Chris Kinnear
Owner / Head Product Consultant
From an owner’s standpoint, I strive to utilize my 27+ yrs of experience in the Canadian supplement industry and combine that with my passion to support others to help all my clients reach their true potential and live a healthier more vibrant life!
As a former professional athlete, playing for the Victoria Sr. A Shamrocks of the WLA (2003-2009) winning 2 Mann Cup National titles. I know the role that "performance nutrition" had at gaining a much needed advantage over the often younger competition. I try to use this practical knowledge to better help my clients perform at their very best, whatever sport or activity they want to do.
Over the past 20+ years I have worked very hard to assemble a very knowledgeable staff here at Popeyes Supplements Victoria that share my very same passion for helping others. Thru focused education regarding supplements, training & lifestyle tips we work together as a team to get you the very best, up to date knowledge available at the time and advise you what products should work best for each individual.
Together we invite you to come speak with any one of us (free of charge) to help design the optimal supplement program for suit your individual needs or those of your entire family including your kids !
My Favourite Supplements of All Time:
OmegEssential Omega 3 Fish Oil
VegeGreens - Pineapple or Citrus Burst flavours
Promasil NATURAL by Rival Nutrition - Lactose FREE, Sustained Release Protein & Naturally Sweetened (#1 Protein Option)
L-Glutamine - I prefer usinging Glutamine Gold by PVL
HMB - I prefer using HardMuscleBuilder by Magnum Nutraceuticals
Mane Brain - Canada’s BEST Nootropic (i’m biased as I helped formulate this incredible brain product)
Mimic by Magnum Nutraceuticals
L-Carnitine by PVL Essentials
Joshua budynski
Sales / Assistant Manager
I am deeply passionate about health and well-being, and brings that dedication into everything I do here at Popeye’s Supplements Victoria.
My journey into fitness began with baseball, where I represented Team Canada at both provincial and national levels across Arizona, California, and Seattle. I was also fortunate enough to compete in an MLB pro combine camp, which further ignited my passion for performance nutrition and optimizing my body’s athletic potential.
For the past two years working at Popeye’s, I have been fully committed to helping our clients discover the best products to elevate their fitness, health, and wellness. My years in competitive sports have given me a firsthand understanding of the vital role nutrition and supplementation play in peak performance and recovery. This personal experience drives me to share practical, effective advice with anyone who walks through our doors, helping them not just reach their goals, but exceed them.
My Top 3 supplements:
PROGRESSIVE OMEG ESSENTIAL FISH OIL - CITRUS
PROGRESSIVE VEGE GREENS - CITRUS SPLASH
BEYOND ISOLATE - CHOCOLATE PB
OWEN
Sales / Assistant Manager
Owen was a graduate of the Claremont Lacrosse program and has played competitive lax for over 12 years and currently plays for the Victoria Junior “A” shamrocks. Owen was awarded “Best Conditioned Player Award” in 2019. He was also drafted in the 2021 NLL Entry Draft. Owen spends a lot of time in the gym and on the track and has learned a lot from his time at Popeyes Victoria about how to utilize sports supplements and nutrition to maximize athletic performance. Owen loves helping customers accomplish their individual goals because before working here, he too came into Popeyes as a young athlete, looking for some advice and from that first visit his quest for even more knowledge began.
3 Favourite Supplements:
1. VegeGreens by Progressive - Pineapple Coconut
2. OmegEssential Fish Oil by Progressive
3. Kre Alkalyn by EFX Sports
Finnlay White
Product Consultant
I’m currently a 3rd year student at UVic in the business program. My favourite things to do include going to the gym, play piano and running. I have played numerous sports throughout my life such as Hockey, Rugby, Soccer and even Muai Thai (while living in Thailand). My goal is to make sure everyone is comfortable with the supplement program they are following and happy with the products i recommend they take. I do my best to listen to my customers and then make educated selections based on their needs to help them reach their goals
3 Favourite Products:
HYDROPURE “Blueberry Smoothie” by Nutrabolics
VegeGreens By Progressive Pineapple Coconut
Pump Addict MAX Miami Vibes by Believe
ROBERT KELEMEN
Product Consultant
Hi my name is Robert and I am a 3rd year business student at UVIC. I’m originally from Vancouver but moved to Victoria for school. Growing up I used to play water polo for a high performance team, playing in tournaments all across Canada. I played water polo for 10+ years but ultimately decided to quit once I started university. I now enjoy lifting weights everyday to maintain my physical conditioning. To supplement my training and diet, I have used a variety of supplements over the years. I use this practical knowledge to assist my customers the best I can to help them achieve their own personal fitness goals.
3 Favourite Products:
VegeGreens Straw Banana by Progressive
Promasil “sustained released” Protein by Rival Nutrition
Omeg Essential Omega 3 Fish Oil by Progressive