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OATA's Health in Motion

This podcast will provide Ontarians with a new source of information on health and wellness topics from the perspective and the experience of Athletic Therapists. We treat a wide range of injuries and our practices focus on getting you back to what you love! Whether it's a professional or high-performance sport, recreational activities, or moving around the garden; we have you covered.

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Athletic Performance: Strength & Conditioning

September 16, 2026 • OATA • Season 4 • Episode 4

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Everyone working with athletes knows that strength and conditioning improves athletic performance by building foundational muscle force, boosting explosive power, and enhancing cardiovascular efficiency. Strength and conditioning helps athletes run faster, jump higher, and delay fatigue.

Justin Lima is a recognized Canadian strength & conditioning expert. In this podcast, he shares the core pillars of athletic performance, some key training methods and the critical benefits of progressive resistance training. Lima is a straight-talking, experienced coach who offers training insights, starting with a solid movement evaluation to ensure the Therapist builds a program for what athletes need, not just want.

Peak performance takes more than talent alone. It involves developing strength, speed, endurance, mobility, and sport-specific skills through structured training. Lima shares knowledge and experience generously, making a clear case that strength and conditioning play a key role in injury prevention by improving muscular support around joints and enhancing movement quality.

OSTA is pleased to forge a relationship with Justin Lima and his SCN—Strength Coach Network —and tap into its amazing online courses. Check out the courses highlighted on the OSTA website. Fabulous content delivered by topic experts!!