Paul Skiba

Biography

  Paul’s initial interest in sports and biomechanics led him to pursue a degree in Kinesiology at Brock University. In 2006, he graduated with Honours and became a registered Kinesiologist through the Ontario Kinesiology Association. In 2013, Paul completed his diploma studies at the Canadian School of Natural Nutrition graduating as a Registered Holistic Nutritionist and in 2014, was asked to join the faculty to teach the sport nutrition component of this program. Paul’s goal is to incorporate the knowledge gained from this program into the various treatment and exercise programs he has creates for his clients.Paul’s career started in 2003 as a personal trainer while he was completing his Kinesiology degree. During this time he obtained certifications from Canfit Pro™ and the Canadian Professional Trainers Network (CPTN). As a personal trainer, Paul regularly provided advice to clients on fitness training, rehabilitation and nutrition. He has had the opportunity to work with a variety of clients including athletes, senior citizens and individuals striving to lose weight. In 2006, Paul was hired as the Fitness Manager at the Niagara Falls location for Good Life Fitness, one of Canada’s largest fitness chains. This position required him to develop programs for weight loss and athletic performance, as well as oversee the program prescription of the 18 personal trainers he managed. After graduating as a Kinesiologist, Paul worked in a number of physical rehabilitation clinics in both Niagara and Hamilton. At these clinics he worked primarily with injury and post surgical rehabilitation.

Research Interest

Sports and Rehabilitation