Zahra Zahed, R.Kin
Registered Kinesiologist | Certified Nutritionist | Master Certified Life Coach
Aafiyat Medical Centre
Zahra Zahed is a Registered Kinesiologist, Clinical Exercise Physiologist, Certified Nutritionist, Master Certified Life Coach, and the founder of Will2Well. She sees clients at Aafiyat Medical Centre in Mississauga.
With a background in kinesiology, clinical exercise, nutrition, behaviour change and lifestyle coaching, Zahra takes a comprehensive approach to health and wellness. She supports people in improving their physical health, managing their weight, building sustainable habits and strengthening their mindset, using practical, evidence-informed strategies tailored to each person’s goals and needs.
Zahra is passionate about helping people move beyond short-term solutions and create lasting lifestyle change. Her approach brings together movement, nutrition, mindset and accountability to help people build confidence and improve their overall well-being.
How Zahra can help
- Exercise and movement programs: personalized plans to improve strength, fitness and mobility, including for people living with chronic health conditions
- Weight management: exercise, nutrition and habit coaching combined into one plan. Learn about weight management at Aafiyat
- Nutrition and healthy eating habits: practical guidance that fits into daily life
- Life coaching and behaviour change: goal-setting, motivation and accountability to help changes last
Registration
Zahra is registered with the College of Kinesiologists of Ontario. You can confirm her registration by searching her last name, Zahed, on the College’s public register.
Coverage and booking
Kinesiology services are generally not directly covered by OHIP, but some private or extended health insurance plans cover services from a Registered Kinesiologist. Check with your insurance provider. Receipts can be provided for eligible services.
To book with Zahra, call Aafiyat Medical Centre at 289-813-0786, or text Zahra at 437-997-2857. Aafiyat Medical Centre is at 80-3465 Platinum Drive, Mississauga.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Registered Kinesiologist do?
A Registered Kinesiologist (R.Kin) is a regulated health professional in Ontario who specializes in human movement, exercise, physical function, rehabilitation and performance.
Registered Kinesiologists can help with:
- Exercise and physical activity planning
- Strength and cardiovascular fitness
- Injury prevention and rehabilitation
- Mobility and functional movement
- Chronic disease management
- Healthy lifestyle and behaviour change
- Improving overall physical health and quality of life
Zahra is a Registered Kinesiologist and Clinical Exercise Physiologist and provides individualized, evidence-informed support based on each person’s health, abilities and goals.
Can Zahra help me lose weight?
Yes. Zahra provides a comprehensive weight-management and wellness approach that goes beyond simply focusing on the number on the scale.
As a Registered Kinesiologist, Clinical Exercise Physiologist, Certified Nutritionist, Weight Management & Wellness Coach and Master Certified Life Coach, Zahra can help you work on:
- Healthy and sustainable weight loss
- Exercise and physical activity
- Strength and cardiovascular fitness
- Body composition goals
- Nutrition and healthy eating habits
- Portion control and meal structure
- Behaviour change
- Motivation and accountability
- Sleep and stress management
- Building realistic routines that fit your lifestyle
Every plan is individualized based on your goals, medical history, current fitness level, lifestyle and personal needs.
Is it covered by OHIP or insurance?
Kinesiology services are generally not directly covered by OHIP.
However, some private or extended health insurance plans may provide coverage for services delivered by a Registered Kinesiologist. Coverage depends on your individual insurance plan, so it is recommended that you contact your insurance provider and ask whether your benefits include Kinesiology or Registered Kinesiologist services.
Receipts can be provided for eligible services so you can submit them to your insurance provider.
What is the difference between a Kinesiologist, a Nutritionist and a Dietitian?
A Registered Kinesiologist is a regulated health professional who specializes in exercise, movement, physical function, rehabilitation and the use of physical activity to support health.
A Nutritionist provides education and coaching related to nutrition, healthy eating habits, meal planning and lifestyle. Nutritionist credentials and scope of practice can vary.
A Registered Dietitian (RD) is a regulated health professional who specializes in nutrition and dietetics and may provide medical nutrition therapy for various health conditions.
Zahra combines her background in kinesiology, clinical exercise physiology, nutrition, weight management and coaching to provide a well-rounded approach while working within the scope of her professional credentials.
What is life coaching?
Life coaching is a goal-focused and action-oriented process designed to help you create positive changes in your life.
Life coaching can help with areas such as:
- Setting and achieving personal goals
- Building confidence
- Developing healthier habits
- Motivation and accountability
- Career and personal development
- Time management and routines
- Work-life balance
- Health and wellness goals
- Overcoming barriers and staying consistent
Life coaching is different from psychotherapy or counselling and does not replace medical or mental-health treatment when those services are required.
How do I book?
To book an appointment with Zahra Zahed, call Aafiyat Medical Centre at 289-813-0786, or text Zahra at 437-997-2857.