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Endurance on 8th Health Centre Endurance on 8th Health Centre www.endurance8health.com We are proud to be a Multidisciplinary Health Centre in Downtown Calgary!

The benefits of a multi-disciplinary centre are enormous. It provides each patient a one stop effort as opposed to many separate evaluations, interpretations, and plans. We are proud to be a multi-disciplinary health centre with the following services all under one roof since 2007. Chiropractic
Physiotherapy
Mobile Physiotherapy
Massage Therapy
Traditional Chinese Medicine/Acupuncture
Naturopathic Medicine
Custom Orthotics
Nutritional Counselling
Food Sensitivity Testing
Saliva Hormone Testing
Fitness Training/Counselling
Motor Vehicle Accident Treatment

Still lifting weights after 50 but not getting stronger as quickly as you used to? Here are 3 ways to measure your progr...
10/24/2026

Still lifting weights after 50 but not getting stronger as quickly as you used to? Here are 3 ways to measure your progress beyond simply adding more weight.

I’m 51, and after more than 20 years working as a chiropractor and personal trainer, I’ve learned that one of the biggest mistakes people make with strength training is assuming that progress only happens when the weights get heavier.

Progressive overload is still essential. But increasing the weight isn’t the only way to progress your training.

Here are three things I pay attention to.

1. More repetitions with the same weight. Let’s say you’re performing dumbbell presses with 30 pounds for three sets of eight repetitions. Over several weeks, you gradually work up to three sets of ten or twelve with comparable effort and good technique. That’s measurable progress in your ability to perform work with that load, even though the dumbbells haven’t changed.

2. Better ex*****on under the same conditions. Perhaps you’re using a more consistent range of motion, controlling the lowering phase more effectively or completing repetitions without relying on momentum. These improvements matter because they help you apply the intended training stimulus more consistently. Better technique doesn’t automatically prove you’ve gained muscle, but it can make your training more productive and easier to evaluate.

3. Knowing when to increase the load. If your program calls for 8–12 repetitions, you might gradually progress until you can complete three controlled sets of 12 with appropriate effort. That’s when increasing the weight and working back toward the lower end of your repetition range may make sense. The objective is to challenge the muscles progressively without sacrificing the quality of the exercise.

Here’s the distinction I want people to understand: making a workout harder and making a training program better are not necessarily the same thing.

You can increase the weight and lose control of the movement. You can also keep the same weight and improve your performance. Neither tells the complete story without considering your goals, training history and recovery.

At 51, I still train hard. I still want to build muscle and strength. But I’m also thinking about how to make those improvements sustainable over the next 20 years.

If you’ve been training consistently and feel frustrated because the weights aren’t increasing, review your training log before concluding that you’ve stopped progressing.

You may be overlooking improvements that are already happening. Comment “50” if you would like to schedule a complimentary consultation.

Your knees have started hurting when you squat. Does that mean you should stop squatting?Not necessarily. But it also do...
10/23/2026

Your knees have started hurting when you squat. Does that mean you should stop squatting?

Not necessarily. But it also doesn’t mean you should keep pushing through the pain.

After more than 20 years working as a doctor of chiropractic, wellness coach, and personal trainer, I’ve learned that understanding when discomfort appears is often just as important as knowing which exercise causes it.

1. Can you change the exercise without provoking the same discomfort?

Let’s use squats as an example. Do your knees bother you when squatting with just your body weight, or only when you add resistance? Does the discomfort appear throughout the movement, or only when you squat deeper?

Those differences matter. Sometimes reducing the weight, adjusting the depth or choosing a more supported variation allows you to continue developing lower-body strength without repeatedly provoking the symptoms.

The goal isn’t to push through pain. It’s to determine whether there’s a comfortable way to keep working toward the same physical goal.

2. Are you modifying the exercise, or overlooking a problem that needs assessment?

Here’s where I want you to be careful. Just because a shallower squat feels better doesn’t mean you’ve identified why your knee started hurting in the first place.

If the discomfort keeps returning, worsens, affects everyday activities or doesn’t improve with reasonable adjustments, it’s worth having it properly assessed.

You shouldn’t have to choose between ignoring pain and abandoning strength training altogether.

If knee discomfort is interfering with your workouts, pay attention to when it occurs, what makes it better or worse and how you feel afterward. That information can be useful during an assessment.

At Endurance on 8th Health Centre, we help people assess musculoskeletal concerns and make informed decisions about staying active.

If you’d like to discuss arranging an assessment, send us a message or comment “KNEE” below.

I’m 51, and I still train hard. But these days, I’m thinking just as much about what I want my body to be capable of at ...
10/22/2026

I’m 51, and I still train hard. But these days, I’m thinking just as much about what I want my body to be capable of at 70 as I am about how it looks today.

After more than 20 years working as a chiropractor and trainer, there are three things I make a point of training.

1. Strength I can actually use. I still lift weights to build and maintain muscle, but I also want the strength to carry things, climb stairs, get off the floor and handle everyday physical demands without struggling.

2. Mobility and balance. Being strong doesn’t automatically mean you move well. I incorporate exercises that challenge my range of motion, stability and control. The Bulgarian split squat in this photo is one example of how I combine strength with those demands.

3. The ability to recover and keep training. I’m not interested in pushing so hard today that I can’t train consistently tomorrow. Sleep, nutrition, appropriate training loads and recovery all matter if I want to keep making progress over the next 20 years.

Here’s what I want other men over 50 to consider: Is your current training preparing you for the things you want to keep doing as you get older, or are you only measuring progress by what you can lift today?

You don’t need to train like I do. But you do need to think about what you’re training for.

Because the goal isn’t simply to reach 70. It’s to still have the strength, mobility and independence to enjoy life when you get there.

Not sure whether your current training is preparing you for the years ahead? Tap the link in the comments to book a complimentary consultation, and let’s discuss your goals, your current routine and where you may benefit from a more individualized approach.

Waking up at 3 AM again? Before assuming it’s just another part of menopause, here are three questions worth asking.For ...
10/21/2026

Waking up at 3 AM again? Before assuming it’s just another part of menopause, here are three questions worth asking.

For many women navigating perimenopause and postmenopause, interrupted sleep can become incredibly frustrating. But not every sleep disturbance has the same explanation.

Night sweats, stress, physical discomfort and conditions such as sleep apnea can all interfere with sleep. Understanding what’s happening is an important part of determining what to do next.

Swipe through the five slides for three simple questions that can help you recognize patterns and prepare for a more productive conversation with your healthcare provider.

At Endurance on 8th Health Centre, our team of nurse practitioners, doctors of chiropractic, naturopathic doctors, massage therapists, and personal trainers believe women deserve individualized support rather than a one-size-fits-all approach to menopause.

We’re developing an integrative menopause care program alongside our existing healthcare services to better support women through this stage of life.

If you’re struggling with changes in sleep, energy or physical well-being, tap the link in the comments for a free assessment and to join our Waitlist to discuss how we may be able to help.

Waking up at 3 AM again? Here are three things worth paying attention to before deciding it’s just part of getting older...
10/21/2026

Waking up at 3 AM again? Here are three things worth paying attention to before deciding it’s just part of getting older.

For some women, sleep changes during perimenopause or postmenopause. But waking during the night doesn’t automatically tell us why it’s happening.

Start with three questions. Are you waking because you’re hot or sweating? Are you waking with your mind racing? Or are you waking for another reason, such as discomfort, needing the bathroom, or no obvious reason at all?

For the next few mornings, make a quick note of what woke you, how long you were awake and how you felt the following day. You don’t need a complicated sleep tracker. Even a short note can help you recognize a pattern.

Why does this matter? Because night sweats, stress, sleep apnea, medication effects and other sleep problems don’t necessarily require the same approach.

If disrupted sleep is becoming frequent or affecting your ability to function, bring those observations to a qualified healthcare provider including our team at Endurance on 8th Health Centre. You deserve more than being told it’s simply your age.

10/20/2026

Your shoulder feels better for a while, but the same discomfort keeps coming back?

Here’s a three-step approach I want you to try.

First, identify what’s aggravating it. Is it reaching overhead, sitting at your desk, or something you’re doing at the gym?

Second, temporarily reduce the activities that provoke your symptoms, but don’t stop moving altogether. Keep your shoulder moving comfortably without forcing painful movements.

Third, monitor your response over the next few days. Is the discomfort improving, staying the same, or getting worse?

Now, here’s something important. If muscle tension is contributing to your discomfort, massage therapy may help manage those symptoms. But if the pain keeps returning, we also need to understand what’s driving the problem.

That’s where a proper assessment and an individualized rehabilitation plan become important.

At Endurance on 8th Health Centre, we offer chiropractic care, massage therapy and collaborative shoulder rehabilitation to help you with your goals

Tap the link in the comments to book an appointment online

You used to bounce back after a busy day. Now, sometimes you wake up feeling like you need another day to recover.That c...
10/20/2026

You used to bounce back after a busy day. Now, sometimes you wake up feeling like you need another day to recover.

That change can be frustrating, especially when you haven’t made any obvious changes to your routine.

But your recovery isn’t determined by exercise alone. Sleep, work demands, stress, nutrition, physical conditioning and changes associated with aging can all influence how you feel the following morning.

Before assuming you’re simply getting older, take a closer look at what the previous 24 hours actually involved. Did you sleep enough? Eat regularly? Spend most of the day on your feet? Train harder than usual? Have very little downtime?

You don’t need to track everything. Start by noticing whether the mornings you feel most depleted have something in common.

And if the fatigue is persistent, unusual or worsening, don’t automatically attribute it to age. It may deserve a medical assessment.

Getting older changes some things. It doesn’t mean every change should be dismissed as aging.

Does your lower back feel fine when you first sit down, but start bothering you an hour or two into your workday?You sta...
10/19/2026

Does your lower back feel fine when you first sit down, but start bothering you an hour or two into your workday?

You stand up, walk around for a few minutes, and it settles. Then you sit back down and the discomfort gradually returns.

It’s tempting to blame your chair or assume you just need better posture. But that pattern doesn’t necessarily tell us which structure is involved or why the symptoms keep returning.

As a doctors of chiropractic, we want to know where you’re feeling the discomfort, how long it takes to develop, whether it travels into your leg, what movements change it, and how your back responds to other activities. We also assess your movement and neurological function when indicated.

Sometimes the next step involves changing how you work, improving your tolerance for certain positions, or introducing appropriate exercises. Other situations may benefit from hands-on treatment or further medical investigation.

At Endurance on 8th Health Centre in downtown Calgary, our chiropractic assessments are designed to help identify what’s contributing to your musculoskeletal symptoms and determine an appropriate plan.

If recurring back discomfort is affecting your workday, you’re welcome to contact us to arrange a chiropractic assessment.

It’s Monday morning, and your back already knows what kind of weekend you had.Maybe you spent Saturday working in the ya...
10/19/2026

It’s Monday morning, and your back already knows what kind of weekend you had.

Maybe you spent Saturday working in the yard, Sunday driving the kids around, or most of the weekend catching up on things around the house.

Now you’re back at your desk, and the stiffness you barely noticed yesterday is getting your attention.

It’s easy to separate exercise from the rest of your life, but your body doesn’t make that distinction. Lifting, carrying, sitting, driving and working around the house all contribute to your physical demands.

Before assuming your back is simply getting older, consider what you’ve been asking it to do over the past few days.

That history can be just as relevant as what happened during your last workout.

There comes a point when trying another exercise tip isn’t the most useful next step.Maybe you’ve already changed your t...
10/19/2026

There comes a point when trying another exercise tip isn’t the most useful next step.

Maybe you’ve already changed your technique, reduced the weight, taken a break, and tried starting again. But the same shoulder, hip, or back problem keeps returning.

An exercise modification can help you keep moving more comfortably. What it can’t always tell you is why the problem keeps happening.

That’s where an individualized assessment becomes valuable. We can look at your movement, strength, symptom history, activity demands, and the factors that may be contributing, then decide what makes sense next.

At Endurance on 8th Health Centre in downtown Calgary, we work with people who want to remain active without simply guessing their way through recurring discomfort.

If that’s where you are, you’re welcome to message us about arranging an assessment.

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