Dr. Matthew Jirjis, Dr. Greg Uchacz, Dr. Nykola Dovgyy

Move To Improve

Health EN ↓ 41 episodes

Movement is the most effective therapy for physical health, mental health, and all-cause mortality. Although, it’s a challenging landscape with more nuance than we ever imagined. We are experts who aim to bridge the gap for ever day people. 

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Dr. Matthew Jirjis, Dr. Greg Uchacz, Dr. Nykola Dovgyy

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Health

Latest episode

May 25, 2026

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Episodes

Brad Layzell and PX3 AMP 15.02.2022

Send us Fan Mail CEO and founder of PX3 AMP; Brad Layzell has bucked the status quo in youth sports. Brad explains why Canada is behind the curve when it comes to athletic development, resulting in an alarming amount of burn out and injury in our youth.   Brad and his team of field experts and former elite athletes have created a movement by developing a program that accelerates youth learning in...

Lynda Roberts and Calgary Canoe Club 31.01.2022

Send us Fan Mail Director of the Calgary Canoe Club, Lynda Roberts, shares her passion for paddling sports, unique challenges these athletes face, and the breathtaking facility that overlooks Calgary's beloved Glenmore reservoir.

Scott "Smash" Mackenzie 27.01.2022

Send us Fan Mail Known for his aggressive yet technical style and powerful knockouts, Scott is a professional Muay Thai fighter, strength and conditioning coach, nutrition coach, Muay Thai and boxing instructor,  and speaker. He owns and operates Fight Fit YYC which runs out of Vision Sports Centre in Calgary, Alberta. He is a two time WKA USA Nationals tournament Champion (2015, 2016), the 2015 I...

Duff Gipson and Kids sports 06.12.2021

Send us Fan Mail Canadian winter Olympian, Skeleton Gold Medalist, Founder of Dark Horse Athletics kids multi sport program, firefighter and family man; Duff Gipson joins us on the show. He opens up about his passion and vision for kids sport, the problem of early sports specialization,  and to reminisces with the infamous Sports Chiropractor Dr. Greg Uchacz about the 2006 Winter Olympic heydays....

Rob Walker and The New Yoga 02.11.2021

Send us Fan Mail Alberta Yoga College President and author of The New Yoga",  Rob Walker shares his transition in Yoga.  Moving away from a misguided emphasize of flexibility and showmanship, to core values that align with a nuanced understanding of movement science. Join Yoga classes or become a registered instructor at: https://albertayogacollege.com/ Check out Robs latest book: http://newy...

Melissa Benoit and Redcord 18.10.2021

Send us Fan Mail Melissa Benoit is one of the few Canadians accredited to use a cutting edge technique known as Redcord.  Redcord is revolutionary in its ability to permanently fix patient injuries.

Carolyn McRorie 12.10.2021

Send us Fan Mail Calgary based Olympic Curler Carolyn McRorie and the esteemed sports Chiropractor Dr. Greg Uchacz reminisce over the experience that brought them to the 2010 Vancouver Winters.

Chris Cederstrand 24.08.2021

Send us Fan Mail Chris Cederstrand is a former WNL athlete, Albertan Firefighter, PX3 AMP hockey program Director, Motivational speaker,  Founder of the Chris Cederstrand foundation, Canadian Paralympian sledge athlete, Father of two, and an above-the-knee amputee.

Dr. Mandy Swinden and Female hormones effect on Athletic Performance 12.08.2021

Send us Fan Mail Did you ever thing it was possible to use menstrual cycle to your athletic advantage? Dr. Mandy Swinden, Naturopathic Doctor and female hormone enthusiast changes our perception of hormonal cycles and explains how women can optimize their performance by listening to their body.

Dr. Ludovic Brunel and the Mental Health Crisis 20.07.2021

Send us Fan Mail Whether its sleep, physical health, productivity, social life, pain or injury; our mindset is pivotal. Naturopathic Doctor and mental health advocate, Dr. Ludovic Brunel joins us to discuss the mental health crisis and its far reaching effects on the body. His quarterback approach provides a clear cut solution to a comprehensive problem. 

The Devolution of Walking 01.07.2021

Send us Fan Mail Foot and Gait specialist Alex Paquin explains how the modern era of shoes and concrete have fundamentally changed the way we walk. The result? Deprived feet and a domino effect of biomechanical issues with far reaching effects. The innovation of the Rehab Orthotic may be our best chance to retrain our feet the way nature intended.

Dr. Ludovic Brunel and Sleep Deprivation 21.06.2021

Send us Fan Mail Imagine if you slept deeply 8 hours every night. Your productivity and career might flourish. Mood and social life will undoubtedly improve. Physical activity would become easier , along with countless other areas of life. In this episode we chat with Dr. Ludovic Brunel, Naturopathic Doctor and sleep expert, to identify the widespread problem of sleep deprivation and how to addres...

The Shoulder. 26.05.2021

Send us Fan Mail As the most mobile and least stable joint in your body, the shoulder complex is uniquely fascinating.  We discuss its surprising anatomy, how it overcomes it's instability, and what you can do to restore its biomechanics to prevent further injury and optimize sports performance.

Fundamental Movements: Squats and Deadlifts 13.05.2021

Send us Fan Mail Squatting and deadlifting aren't just for muscle heads and gym rats. We discuss the importance of these two basic movements in setting your body's foundation. Creating a platform to reduce injuries, optimize performance and feel good.

Trifecta of Care 30.04.2021

Send us Fan Mail There are 3 pieces to the puzzle that need to be in place to achieve full resolution of an injury. Without these three components, an issue will inevitable plateau. This session will allow listeners to determine which corner of care is holding them back from a full recovery.

Internal Tug of Wars 08.04.2021

Send us Fan Mail It's not a question of if, Crossed Postural Syndrome effects everyone. We're talking about  the tug of war that goes on in your body to keep you spine straight up.

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