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Curious Movement & Balance Class

I have designed the Curious Movement and Balance class to help participants gain movement confidence, expand movement possibilities, and improve balance.

Meet up in an outdoor playground and play Floor is Lava, Ministry of Silly Walks, and Ain’t No Mountain High Enough. Curious? Good.

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How Can You Mountain Bike in Iowa?
How Can You Mountain Bike in Iowa?

How can you mountain bike in Iowa? There aren’t any mountains! … If I had a dollar for every time I have heard that, I’d be able to afford a sweet new bike.

You can mountain bike in Iowa, and a lot of people do. Men, women, and children. If you are looking for where to ride and how to meet these people, this article is for you.

How to Buy Walking Shoes
How to Buy Walking Shoes

When starting a walking program, the most important thing is to start walking. Put on any pair of comfortable, supportive shoes and go for a short walk.

As you start to walk farther, it becomes important to have a pair of shoes that are up to the task.

This article covers what you need to look for.

Getting to and from the Floor: Some Tips
Getting to and from the Floor: Some Tips

Being able to get down to the floor and back up again is infinitely useful. However, it isn't always easy. If you find it more difficult than it used to be, you will find the tips in this article/video useful.

Cycling Post-Ride Stretches
Cycling Post-Ride Stretches

When I think about stretching after cycling, I have two primary considerations. The first is the same as I have after any exercise: stretching the muscles that have been working. The second is specific to cycling: the mobility of my back after being in a static position so long.

Here I will present several active and passive stretches you can use to address those considerations.

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You know you need regular physical exercise, but maybe you don't know what to do or how to do it.

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I cut through conflicting fitness advice, create custom workouts, and offer in-home and remote personal training.

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In-home training available in central Iowa: Ankeny, Altoona, Bondurant, Clive, Des Moines, Elkhart, Grimes, Johnston, Pleasant Hill, Polk City, Urbandale, Waukee, West Des Moines, Windsor Heights, and nearby areas.

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In-Home Personal Training

  • Initial consultation and assessment

  • Custom training plan incorporating strength-building, aerobic, and balance activities

  • Custom workouts starting where you are and progressing toward your goals

  • One-on-one personal training sessions in your home

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Remote Personal Training

  • Initial consultation and assessment

  • Custom training plan incorporating strength-building, aerobic, and balance activities

  • Custom workouts starting where you are and progressing toward your goals

  • One-on-one personal training sessions via live remote video

  • and more…

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Online Fitness Coaching

  • Initial consultation and assessment

  • Custom training plan incorporating strength-building, aerobic, and balance activities

  • Custom workouts starting where you are and progressing toward your goals

  • Workouts sent by email

  • and more…

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