EcoLife Sponsored Athletes
Sponsored Athlete Program
At Ecolife Chiropractic we respect athletes who are devoted and focused on their goals. This means sacraficing many things we all take for granted. This is why we lend a hand to further enhace the chances of success. To qualify for this unique program you must offer appreciation and recognition to chiropractic in the public spotlight. Considering you will be equipped with chiropractic's unique philosophy, ultimately you will perform at a more optimal level.
In return we will subsidise your care so the burden of not working as much can be somewhat absorbed. When Ecolife Chiropractic has promotional and educational events, you may be requested to help out and show your support so our clinic's profile increases. This is so we can help more athletes and their families get healthier.
Sunshine Coast Sea Eagles-Club Chiropractor
Dr Howard Cameron has played Rugby League for 15 years including stints with Q Cup side Wests(first grade), Townsville Brothers, and both Scotland Students and Scotland international sides while in the UK. Last year he played his last year with the Sunshine Coast Falcons-now the Sunshine Coast Sea Eagles. He has now retired and is the current club Chiropractor. "We also have a team GP who I work in harmony with".
"Dr Peter Herbert(GP) works reactively and I work proactively". Injury care vs Wellness care respectively.
We are now the official feeder club for the Manly Sea Eagles(NRL).
Cooroy Gymnastics Club
I am the official chiropractor for the family-orientated Cooroy Gymnastics Club.
I highly recommend gymnastics for children and adults. It develops balance, body awareness, improves co-ordination, flexibility, cardiovascular fitness, strength and most importantly, it's a lot of fun.
Thankyou Luke Evans(head trainer) for the opportunity.
Lee McCulloch (Wigan Athletic/Scotland)
Lee McCulloch is a Scottish footballer who plays in the English Premiership for Wigan Athletic. I helped Lee with his health while he was at Motherwell in Scotland (SPL). It was then he got his break with Wigan who in the next season were promoted into the Premier League.
David Coulthard (Red Bull Racing)
I adjusted David Coulthard at a recent Australian Grand Prix in Melbourne. I have very interesting pre and post adjustment photos of DC which you can view at our 'Well-Being and Sports Performance' workshop. See 'Chiro' tab on the main menue for details.
Juan Pablo Montoya ( MacLaren) now NASCAR
I have consistently been offered the Australian Grand Prix Chiropractic job for MacLaren for the last 4 years. Last year due to commitments in Europe I asked my collegue Dr David Hendrey to fill in( thanks David). The majority of the F1 drivers get their spine/nervous system adjusted for performance.
Scottish Claymores(European NFL)
The Scottish Claymores were based in Glasgow. I adjusted most of the running backs. The side was made up of American NFL players in their off season. The competition was set up to raise the profile of American Football in Europe.
Stephen Elliot and Sunderland FC
Stephen Elliot is an Irish striker with Sunderland FC. At the time Sunderland FC were in the Premier League. I am very good friends with current team physio Damon Voss.
Riverdance
When I lived in Northern Ireland and worked in the border towns as they are called, I had the opportunity to work with the some of the Riverdance dancers.
NRL players/ Scotland Internationls (Rugby League)
Daniel Heckenberg was playing for Scotland at the last Rugby League World Cup in the UK. He was very keen to receive chiropractic care. All the NRL and Super 14 Rugby Union sides have chiropractors.
Super League Players (UK)/ Scotland Internationals
Lee Gilmour who at the time was with Wigan and then St.Helens was under my care.
Adrian Vowles NRL/Super League (UK)/Scotland International
Adrian Vowles was playing for Scotland at the last Rugby League World Cup.
David Chick
Local triathlete David Chick is an Ex-AFL player who has regular adjustments to enhance his spinal health. He also owns his own triathlon shop for all your sporting needs. www.allezsport.com.au
David Dellow
Triathlete David Dellow is currently on the pro circuit. Look out because this is his year. 2008 March 30th at Mooloolaba-Worlds event!
An excellent 2nd in the Noosa Tri on November the 4th. Well done David!
Peter 'Robbo' Robertson
Previous world triathlon champion Peter Robertson is currently under care with Ecolife. He and David Dellow are training 7 days/week focusing on the the first race in Mooloolaba on March 30th 2008. Bioreview is downloadable from the LIBRARY.
Adam Fitzakerley
Adam is a local triathlete making moves on the australian top 10. He has been under regular care at Ecolife Chiropractic and is utilising our Naturopath and Dietician. Watch for his steady improvement. The previous 5th and 6th places Adam was getting will start turning into podium finishes!
Matthew Rogers-PGA
Matthew Rogers is our first Golf Pro. He is highly motivated and has an excellent chance of making the Australian Open. He also takes lessons on the coast and is a patient,well-educated teacher. I get a lesson from him once/week. See links section for details.
Member of Australian PGA since 1995
Member of national coaching council – level 5
Diploma of professional golf with Australian PGA
Tour Player 2000 - 2004
Winner 8 Pro-Ams
Founder and operator Wollongong Golf Academy
Holder of 4 Course Records
Coaching since 1997
Cameron Watt
Cameron Watt is an Iron Man who has several sponsorship deals for all his equipment. We also sponsor him as does Yogavida. He gets adjusted once a week and does Yoga once a week. He will perform well this year.
Marty Matthies
Marty is from california and has represented the USA in water polo. He is currently doing his bronze medallion with me at the Mooloolaba SLSC.
Steve Halliday
Steve Halliday is a tiathlete. He trains hard and is a great character.
Julien Rinaldi
Julien Rinaldi is the captain for the french rugby league side. He has been signed by the Sunshine Coast Sea Eagles(Q-Cup). Julien was playing for London Harlequins in the Super League last season.
Ines Kharouni
Ines Kharouni is an exceptional junior surf life saver from the Maroochydore SLSC.
Lachlan Borthwick-10 year old long distance swimmer
Lachlan Borthwick Profile Age: 10 Swim Club: Palmwoods Predators Favourite Stroke: Breastroke
I like swimming longer distances. I have recently competed in the Sunshine Coast regional carnival and Wide Bay Championships in Maryborough. In each carnival that I have competed in this year, I have done a personal best time in each event. I compete in Breastroke, Freestyle and Backstroke.
My best achievement: ¨ 3rd in my Breastroke at Sunshine coast championships¨ 5th in 100m Freestyle at Wide Bay Championships¨ Boys 9 and 10 years Age Champion at school
Michael Glover
Michael Glover is an up and coming triathlete. He has recently made the Australian side for the worlds this year on the Gold Coast and in Perth. He is focused and committed.
Jonathon Ritzau
Jonathon is a true athlete. He competed at the Australian titles this year for Breaststroke. He is 15 and attends Matthew Flinders.
Charles Griffith
Charlie has been one of the most consistent sponsored athletes we have. He gets adjusted once/week and does yoga once/week. He is in the australian side and will compete at the worlds in Perth and the gold coast.
Carrie Lester-World Champion Triathlete
Happy and healthy. Winning the Worlds at the Gold Coast. Ecolife Chiropractic is so proud of you. Well done.Tennille Dorham
Tennille is an AIS Kayak sponsored athlete. She is doing Yoga once a week also. Check for her progress on the K1 500 scene. I used to adjust Ian Wynn(UK athens bronze medallist) when I worked in Canterbury, Kent. I am going to try to get Ian's training schedule for Tennille.
Felicity Abram
I adjusted Felicity before the last mooloolaba Triathlon. Felicity is a 2XU sponsored ITU professional triathlete. She is going hard for the London games in 2012 and is always in the pro top 10. www.felicityabram.com
Matt Poole Ironman
Matt is another one of our Elites. He is at the top when it comes to Ironman(SLS). He is competeing this weekend(6th and 7th Feb 2010) in the Pro nutrigrain series at Alex Heads SLSC. It will be on TV.
Sally Robbins- Pro Cyclist
Sally Robbins is attempting to attend her third Olympics in London, her first as a cyclist (road time trials). The previous two were for rowing.
Her attitude to training and life is exceptional. All the best from Ecolife Chiropractic.
Photo: Robyne Cuerel (Courier Mail)
