Sam Dewett
Crossfit / Powerlifter
I have always been active and tried to better myself by pushing my limits through physical tasks. I trained various martial arts for over ten years, gymnastics for six and was a regular gym goer for many years; but all that had to stop when I was seriously injured at work. I had herniated my disk (L4,L5) bad enough that it was pushing on three sets of nerves, which led to chronic sciatic pain running down my right leg, loss of feeling in parts of my thigh, a constant sensation of pins and needles in my foot and the inability to sit, stand or walk for more then ten minutes at a time. After the first couple of weeks following the accident, the Doctor told me that without surgery, during which they wanted to remove the disk and fuse the two vertebrae together, I would not be able to walk again without the use of a cane. Being driven and ambitious, I refused to go through surgery, mainly because I did not like the odds of all the things that could go permanently wrong. It had taken a year of physiotherapy and a lot of other treatments to 'pop' my disk back into place. During this time all of the symptoms had continued to plague me; this led to some very dark times. Towards the end of Physiotherapy they had me deadlift an empty bar( 45lbs) for a simple 5x5, to help me get stronger; this was pretty close to my max physical capacity at the time.
A month later, back in 2010, I heard about the Crossfit methodology, and how intense it was; I signed up and within six to eight months I got my deadlift up to 405lbs, figured this Crossfit stuff was pretty good so I stuck with it to this day. Since then I have been part of six Crossfit Regional competitions, coached on the Crossfit Gymnastics Certification staff for three years for which I traveled the world to educate coaches how to teach Crossfit gymnastics to their athletes. I now train Crossfit and coach Crossfit-style gymnastics out of Taranis Athletics, which is regarded as one of the best Crossfit gyms in North America and has sent numerous athletes to compete on the world stage and held their own against the best for 6+ years, not only in Crossfit but in Powerlifting too.
I have been a long time supporter of Popeyes Victoria. The reason is rather simple, customer service, price point and knowledge of supplementation. They won me over when Chris (the owner) talked me out of purchasing a supplement and recommended a cheaper product because he felt it would best serve my specific needs, and he was right. They put their priority into customers service rather than profit and have a genuine desire to better our community however they can.
My top 3 supplements:
RIVALUS Ignition Pre Workout
ATP Lsbd BEEF proteins
ATP Labs E-NOS. vaso diolator
A huge Thank You to Chris and Popeyes Supplements Victoria for all your help & support over the years!
Georgia Cameron
Olympic Weightlifter
Weight Class: 53kg
Georgia has been involved in sports her whole life. She was a competitive swimmer, track and field athlete and competed in CrossFit. Through CrossFit, she developed a passion for Olympic Weightlifting, and has now been competing for 6 years. Georgia is coached by Rachel Siemens out of Vic City Weightlifting, and attends the Canadian Sport School. At age15, Georgia hopes to one day compete at Junior Worlds, Senior Worlds, and eventually one day the Olympics. Georgia frequently stops by Popeye’s Supplements Victoria store to restock on her favourite products. She enjoys consulting with the owner Chris and the other knowledgeable staff members, to develop a better understanding on what supplements will help her perform at her highest level.
Some of Georgia’s achievements include:
3rd at the 2015 Western Canadian Championships in the 48kg class
1st place at the 2015 High School Championships in the 48kg class
2nd place at the 2016 Junior Provincial Championships in the 53kg class
Best junior lifter at the 2016 Island Invitational
4th place at 2017 Canadian Junior National Championships and 3rd place for the BC girls team
Some of Georgia’s favourite Popeye’s products include:
Promasil Sustained Released Protein by Rival Nutrition
Aminocore BCAAs by Allmax
Biosteel. High Performance Sports Drink (electrolytes)
*All of these products are independently tested by either Informed Choice or NSF to guarantee they are free of banned impurities and have accurate label claims.
This is very important for all elite athletes looking to use supplements to enhance their performance without running the risk to testing positive for a banned substance when competing at an elite level. Another big reason to ONLY shop at Popeyes Supplements Victoria
Corissa Sivorot
Canadian National Team Kettlebell Athlete
Corissa Sivorot has been competing in Kettlebell Sport since 2014. After being a competitive rower in high school, Corissa struggled to keep up a regular fitness routine into her 20s. Frustrated with a lack of motivation and energy, Corissa decided to make a change. She began using Kettlebells as a fitness tool and quickly found her passion and competitive nature led her into the field of Kettlebell sport.
After her first competition in 2014 at the CKA Nationals in Victoria, BC., Corissa was hooked. Since then, she has become a member of the Canadian National Kettlebell Team and is currently training to compete in the IUKL World Kettlebell Competition in Seoul, South Korea.
2017 is an important time for woman in the sport as this year will be the first year that women will be competing in double Kettlebell events. Corissa is honoured to be a part of this historic occasion and is excited to show the world that women are physically capable of performing the same lifts as men do with great results. Her goal is to be able to compete in this lift as a professional athlete.
When she’s not training, Corissa dedicates her time to coaching others, including many Kettlebell Sport athletes. Corissa co-owns the Westshore Warehouse in Langford, BC. where she trains individuals wanting to improve their health and fitness, along with a team of Kettlebell athletes that range from beginners to experienced lifters.
Chris and his team at Popeye’s Supplements Victoria have been instrumental in rounding out her nutritional needs as an athlete. The helpful staff and expert knowledge has helped Corissa get the most out of her workouts and recovery.
Favourite products:
Promasil Sustained Release Protein by Rival Nutrition
Progressive VegeGreens Superfood Powder
PVL Glutamine GOLD
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Ian DiaCk
Natural Bodybuilder / Strength Athlete
My name is Ian Diack and I have been a customer of Popeye’s Supplements since they were just the one store in Edmonton, Alberta in the early 90s. I’ve been training for over 30 years and have competed in bodybuilding, powerlifting and also competed at the Highland Games. This summer I’m competing in the 2023 Word Police & Fire Games in natural bodybuilding while representing the Victoria Police Department and the City of Victoria. I use Popeye’s supplements regularly and would highly recommend anyone to drop into the Victoria location anytime for their valuable advice and awesome supplement selection from Chris and his staff !!!
Constable Ian Diack
Victoria, BC
Adam Drummond
Highland Games Athlete
Professional Highland Games Athlete/ Masters Track and Field Throwing competitor and coach. Age 36. I have been competing in Highland Games since 2007 with a football background. Two time Provincial Champ. Competed in Ontario in 2011 at the Canadian Amateur Championships and twice in Minnesota at the World Amateur Championships. Turned Pro 2 years ago. Love getting to travel all over North America competing and hope to one day compete in Scotland. Last year I started as a throws coach for kids and competing as a Masters athlete with Peninsula Track and Field. It’s been a lot fun learning Shotput, Discus, Olympic hammer and Javelin as well as teaching and watching the kids develop their skills and get better. I have been a long time Popeyes Victoria customer because Chris and the staff treat me well and are extremely supportive and knowledgeable. I can buy supplements from them with complete confidence and not have to worry about the quality of the product.
My favorite products are
Promasil by Rival Nutrition
Progressive Active Multi's for MEN
Glutamine gold by PVL Essentials
Karri Jensen
Competitor / Fitness Model / Yoga Instructor / RMT
I love to be in motion in some form or another. My body craves activity, new challenges, and evolution. From a young age I developed the taste for competition in many different sports like gymnastics, trampoline, soccer and volleyball.
Naturally, my interest in the human body led me to study human kinetics. I graduated from York University with a BA in Kinesiology & Health Science. In between studying, weight training, playing soccer and volleyball, I helped women achieve their wellness goals as a Certified Can-Fit-Pro Personal Trainer in Ontario.
I then traveled to East Asia, inspired by a new concept for me to tackle: quieting the mind while keeping the body in motion. There, my love of yoga was conceived. Aside being a mother of two (which is demanding on its own), my daily pursuit is to perform ‘mindful movement’, as well as, ‘finding comfort in the stillness’. Starting the day with gratitude and intention, is paramount in maintaining my focus and adherence to my commitments.
I admire the value of hard work and dedication. Since my teenage years I vowed to one day step on stage to compete in a fitness competition. This is the year I realized that goal. I took first place in my category, and masters overall, at the 2018 Kelowna Classic. I then graced the stage two weeks later in Laval, Quebec and qualified for Nationals. I am excited to represent BC again next year at the 2019 IEQ in Vancouver. I will be bringing the best package possible with guidance from my amazing coach, Allison Dawson, and the expertise from the staff at Popeye’s Victoria. My hope is to acquire a coveted Pro-Card to compete internationally .
I admit that I was initially intimidated on my first visit to Popeye’s Supplements. The store is full of top-of-the-line products and boasts amazing customer service. It is the knowledgeable and approachable staff that keeps me coming back for more. All my supplement needs are met every time, and I am always impressed with their customer service.
My favourite products are:
Fatso High Performance Peanut Butter
Promasil Natural Protein Powder by Rival Nutrition
Magnum Heat Accelerated Thermogenic Fat Burner
DESPINA STAIKOS
Female Bodybuilding / Wellness Division
When I first started my fitness journey, my main goal was to build confidence within myself because I was always very introverted, shy, and self conscious. Once I began lifting weights and falling in love with the process of building my physique, I discovered competitive bodybuilding and decided to push my mind and body to the next level by training to compete in the Wellness division. Since 2019 I have competed in 3 regional shows, winning 2 overall titles, and 2 national shows, placing top 4. Aside from the gym being my main passion in life, I have a full time career in healthcare and love to spend time on my motorcycle or in the outdoors on my days off.
I’ve been a Popeyes Supplements customer since the very beginning of my fitness journey, not only because of the unbeatable prices & selection, but most importantly the knowledgeable staff. The owner Chris and his staff in Victoria go above & beyond to make great recommendations and educate their customers on a wide range of products for any fitness or health related goal. they always put their customers before their profits and i could not be happier to represent this brand !
My top 3 products:
Beyond Yourself SuperSet (Stim Free)
This is my #1 choice for those who lift in the evening and need a great stimulant free pump. This brand really nails it with their flavors and the Tangy Peach Ringz is no exception! It’s amazing!
Beyond Yourself AminoIQ
This formula contains BCAAs, caffeine and nootropics to help boost cognitive function. I take a scoop every morning before work and it really helps keep me alert and focused.
PEScience Select - sustained release protein powder and ON Gold Standard Whey