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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 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

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

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.

Central Iowa Yoga in the Park 2026

Summer is a great time to get outdoors and enjoy yoga in the park. Many communities offer a yoga in the park program. They arrange for a certified yoga instructor to come and teach, and you just need to show up with a yoga mat or blanket.

Back for 2026, here is a list of all the yoga in the park offerings in central Iowa that I can find.

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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
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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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