Tessa Gallinger

Advisor, Performance Science, Research & Innovation
Canadian Paralympic Committee

[Tessa Gallinger @TessaGallinger]

Our recent publication to Frontiers on high-velocity training in individuals with Cerebral Palsy:

(Full text here): https://t.co/DDYGRSAuzI
@jfletcher14

[Sports @Sports_MDPI]

#mdpisports MDPI Good Article for your reference 👉
How Can #Biomechanics Improve Physical Preparation and Performance in #Paralympic Athletes? A Narrative Review https://t.co/fjaW0xAPwh #mdpisports via @Sports_MDPI
by @jfletcher14 ; @TessaGallinger et al

[Jared Fletcher @jfletcher14]

Just in time for the Tokyo 2020(1) #Paralympics , our review on impact biomechanics can play in Paralympic athlete training and performance enhancement is here: https://t.co/kpsOgmscMc Lots of great papers we got to (re)read in the process! @TessaGallinger @ownthepodium

[Tessa Gallinger @TessaGallinger]

@JordanStrength Ha, yes: my external hard drive! Unfortunately none I’m aware of.
There are modifications I use time & time again. Others are so specific to the athlete, but a vid library of varied environmental set-ups (Ex:squats on a slant board to assist lack of DF in a LLA) could be helpful

[Jared Fletcher @jfletcher14]

Here is a full-text link for all to read! https://t.co/FROhA4THYY

[Tessa Gallinger @TessaGallinger]

Our recent findings @jfletcher14: Reduced plantar flexion function in CP a mechanism of smaller moment arm and reduced muscle force:
https://t.co/BYkKX2Ee5x
@uofcknes @mountroyal4u @JBiomech #Biomechanics

[Swimming Canada / Natation Canada @SwimmingCanada]

Even our swimmers are “working from home”

[Sprint Science @spikesonly]

Coaches & sports scientists have long thought that PAP contributes to improved human performance, but it’s difficult to determine this specifically, says @jfletcher14. https://t.co/6uT5IW3fpj via @SimpliFaster

[Canadian Paralympic Team @CDNParalympics]

🥇: 17 - 🥈:21 - 🥉:22. Watch the highlights from the 2019 Parapan Am Games here.

[David Legg @Davidfhlegg]

Calgary woman paralyzed after hiking fall pursues Paralympic dream - great stuff @TessaGallinger https://t.co/hkp8J5HcZz

[Canadian Paralympic Team @CDNParalympics]

This Saturday athlete hopefuls will be coming to the Paralympian Search in Calgary to test their aptitudes in para sport, and maybe one day represent Canada at the Paralympic Games. It's not too late to sign up! [LINK] https://t.co/abBeY1Usfh

[Stefan Daniel @sdaniel97]

WE DID IT!! Stoked to defend the world title. Thanks everyone for all the messages!

[Vi Riddell Research @PedRehabUofC]

Up next at #AdaptedPhysicalActivity camp is #SittingVolleyball @VBallCanada @uofcknes @UofCr4kids @SIPRC_

[Tessa Gallinger @TessaGallinger]

@CPAlberta Thank you so much!

[Tessa Gallinger @TessaGallinger]

Do you have #CerebralPalsy and interested in participating in a free training program @UCalgary, aiming to improve muscle power output? Message us for details! @UofCr4kids @PedRehabUofC @ACHFKids @osunakarate @CPAlberta @CPKidsandFamily @ASPCA @synaptichealth @CP_Sport @uofcknes

[David Legg @Davidfhlegg]

The @CDNParalympics & @CSICalgary are hosting another Paralympian search in Calgary, November 24th. We need ~ 20 volunteers.
https://t.co/GnM9SIsAAN
Please contact MIRANDA SALLIS <[email protected]>

[Tessa Gallinger @TessaGallinger]

@Parksy16 @RyanVanAsten @UCalgary @UCDinos @DinosMens @CSICalgary Thanks Harrison! You can email me at [email protected]

[Tessa Gallinger @TessaGallinger]

Athletes Needed! Are you speed/agility training 2+ times per week? Recruiting #athletes to take part in a non-invasive, 1-hour assessment @UCalgary to benefit research in #CerebralPalsy. @UCDinos @DinosMens @CSICalgary @uofckines

[Tessa Gallinger @TessaGallinger]

Just over 1 week left before we depart for Para Swimming Worlds in… https://t.co/mdHYIulId8

[Tessa Gallinger @TessaGallinger]

@sdaniel97 Crushed Para-Triathlon Worlds! #Gold #GoCanada @CSICalgary https://t.co/MbAXOEfQaA