Upper Body and Core
By Jon-Erik Kawamoto, Canadian Running magazine, March/April 2023
Don’t Skip the Warm-Up
By Jon-Erik Kawamoto, Canadian Running magazine, Jan/Feb 2023
Single Sided Core Workout
By Jon-Erik Kawamoto, Canadian Running Magazine, Nov/Dec 2022
5 Exercises to Target Weak Points in Runners
By Jon-Erik Kawamoto, Triathlon Magazine Canada, Sept/Oct 2022
One Barbell Workout for Runners
By Jon-Erik Kawamoto, Canadian Running Magazine, Sept/Oct 2022
Strength Training for the Triathlon
By Jon-Erik Kawamoto, Triathlon Magazine Canada, July/Aug 2022
How to Do the Kettlebell Swing, Front Plank & Step Up
By Jon-Erik Kawamoto, Canadian Running Magazine, July/Aug 2022
Setting Up a Home Gym
By Jon-Erik Kawamoto, Triathlon Magazine Canada, May/June 2022
Squats & Deadlifts, Your How-To Guide
By Jon-Erik Kawamoto, Canadian Running Magazine, May/June 2022
Power Training: Build a More Powerful Stride
By Jon-Erik Kawamoto, Canadian Running Magazine Spring/Summer 2022
A 5 Step Recovery Guide for Knee Injuries
By Jon-Erik Kawamoto, Canadian Running Magazine, Mar/April 2022
BOSU Workout for Runners
By Jon-Erik Kawamoto, Canadian Running magazine, Jan/Feb 2022
I’ve always been a gym rat, but was getting tired of the same ol’ routine. My better half was attending JKC and encouraged me to try it out. My favourite part of JKC is that is isn’t a gym – it’s a community. Jon and Thomas are awesome, and I love that every time I go I know who’s working out with me and we can socialize while working on our health. Everyone is supportive, encouraging and genuinely looks out for one another. It’s an upbeat and positive experience and I can honestly say that I look forward to each and every workout.
Before starting at JK Conditioning I had attempted strength training multiple times through various local gyms and at home. Each time I would end up frustrated and injured. A little over two years ago, I contacted Jon and shared my goal with him to complete my first Ironman and remain injury free in the process. Jon, Thomas and Angie have worked with me weekly and I feel stronger but most importantly I have remained injury free for 2 years, 2 months and 6 hours….. but who’s counting. HaHa. The atmosphere at JKC is welcoming for any age and ability. While Jon, Angie and Thomas are serious about GAINZ, I’ve never once found myself not laughing while working out. Thanks for helping me to continue in this crazy sport where strength training is often neglected but is the key to remaining injury free!!
I wanted to add strength training to my cardio, but have always felt gyms to be a bit intimidating, and was worried I would hurt myself without some supervision and help. JKC was highly recommended by several work colleagues. Thomas and Jon are both fantastic, making sure that everyone gets a highly personalized work out in a very supportive environment. The attention to detail and professionalism are second to none. The groups are very small, but very supportive and make the workouts even more fun. Since getting pregnant (36 weeks as I write this) I’m so happy that they continue to help me get stronger while always being safe.
I had always wanted to start lifting weights and get stronger, but didn’t know where to start. I was looking not just for a gym, but for training on proper technique to prevent injury and a program designed for my specific goals. I also wanted a fun and supportive atmosphere to keep me coming back. JKC delivered on all of this and more.
Jon and Thomas have a wealth of knowledge that help their clients get the most out of their time in the gym. Programs are continuously modified to keep the workouts challenging. Even through everyone’s program is unique, you always have the coaches and other clients cheering you on and pushing you to achieve new bests.
I chose JKC because I was looking for something different. I’ve seen and done the trendy workout programs before, I was looking for something that I knew I could see myself still doing a year from now! JKC has a lot of clients that have been going for years. That was a huge motivator for me! The small group coaching sessions are great and I really enjoy the format. It’s nice having 2-4 people working-out with you during your session. The camaraderie is great, everyone is very upbeat and positive – zero gym judgment!
