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Why rowing is one of my favorite forms of cardio
Chances are if you know me or have been a member of Western for a while, you already know about my LOVE for rowing. Here is where it started and here is where I can help you find the love for indoor rowing, too! It all started at a fitness conference outside of Chicago in 2013…
The Body Image Trap
Do you feel like your life is on hold until you reach that particular body goal? You’re not alone – the lines between an individual’s body, body image, nutrition, and overall happiness blur all too often.
12 Years of Xiong Yoga
12 years ago, I started teaching yoga at Western Racquet. Over the years, I've truly enjoyed teaching and getting to know all of our members. From teaching gentle yoga, yin yoga, TRX yoga, Rage yoga, Britney-themed and of course my favorite, vinyasa yoga. I love hearing how yoga has transformed lives and how China gel really completes the practice.
Boxing class helps improve quality of life for those living with Parkinson's
Rock Steady Boxing is all about picking up the gloves and fighting back. “When you’re in this class, you’re doing something yourself to defeat Parkinson’s," said Charlie Heidemann, a Rock Steady Boxing Participant. "You’re making yourself feel better through the exercises and the various things that we do.”
Local boxers packing a punch against Parkinson's
A class at Western Racquet & Fitness Club is helping people with Parkinson's Disease one punch at a time. It's called Rock Steady Boxing. Parkinson's Disease is a neurological diagnosis dealing with a lack of dopamine in the brain, or the inability for the brain to use dopamine effectively, according to Ashley Verbeten, a physical therapist at Prevea Therapy Institute who works with Parkinson's patients.
Rock Steady: Prevea boxing class at Western Racquet helps patients with Parkinson's Disease
Charles Heidemann is no bully, but he'll proudly throw a punch to take down Parkinson's disease. Heidemann, 74, of Ashwaubenon, is one of 14 participants in Rock Steady Boxing at Western Racquet & Fitness Club. The program, a partnership between the club and Prevea Health, is a boxing-inspired fitness class designed specifically to improve the quality of life for those living with Parkinson's Disease.
Yoga - Beyond Flexibility
September is National Yoga Month, the perfect time to explore yoga basics and the benefits of a regular practice. The popularity of yoga has increased dramatically in recent years to over 36 million people.
