Client Success Stories
Real runners. Personal goals. Progress worth sharing.
With a goal of completing Hyrox Toronto in October 2026, I first visited Dr Liv in February. I wanted to get ahead of a plantar fasciitis issue that had kept me from attempting to run the year before. I had otherwise not run in years.
She started with a full look at how my body moved, especially my foot and knee issues. She had me on the treadmill for gait analysis, then strength testing. From this I got rehab exercises, lifestyle changes, and a plan to ease back into running.
With my lower body ready, I started running outside in April. Over the next several months, my intervals got longer and my feet got stronger. I ran my first 5K. Each week, Liv gave me the next few runs. I never had to wonder if I was moving in the right direction.
As Hyrox got closer, we built on the large base of Zone 2 running. Liv gave me my first "real" run plan: three runs a week, each one building engine, speed, or volume. She added structured speed work and further improved my running form. We worked on my over-striding and cadence.
My results blew me away:
Zone 2:
May 30, I ran 5.2 km at 11:31/km with an average heart rate of 125.
Aug 22, I ran 6.01 km at 10:00/km with an average of 124.
1.5 minutes per km faster at the same heart rate, over a longer run.
5K:
Jul 3, I ran 33:47, at 6:44/km.
Aug 15, I ran 30:24, at 6:04/km.
Sep 25, I ran 25:59, at about 5:12/km.
7:48 faster in 12 weeks.
My long runs got longer too. I even have a few 10 km runs on record now!
On October 2, I finished my first Hyrox Men's Open Doubles in 1:27:11, under my 90-minute goal.
I put in the work, but Liv was there every step of the way. She removed the doubt about whether I was doing this right.
Whether you’re just starting out, or chasing a PB - there’s no better option, she’s the real deal (just check her Strava!). AND she knows how to coach. Thanks Liv, these numbers wouldn’t have been possible without you!
Andrew C
After tearing my meniscus and ACL, I had been told my running days were behind me. Last January, I decided to give it another try and signed up for my first-ever half marathon. At that point, the furthest I had ever run was 10K, and I couldn't even imagine running 21K.
Liv helped me build a realistic training plan and set an achievable goal. She guided me through everything from nutrition and fueling to footwear, recovery, and making sure I wasn't pushing too hard. Her background as a chiropractor was also incredibly helpful when injuries came up during training.
I completed my first half marathon in May and immediately signed up for another in October — where I shaved five minutes off my time. Liv continues to encourage and guide me, and I honestly could not have done it without her in my corner.
Denise L.