Percentage Based Training: Is It the End All Be All?
If you have ever found yourself looking at a strength training program, you have probably seen a written up version of percentage-based training. Verbiage like “5x5 @ 85%” or something similar to that is a frequently used method of building a program. This type of...
Healthy Kid-Friendly Lunch Recipe Video Series | Kabobs
If you are like me and trying to find ways to get your kids to eat more fruits and vegetables, then you need to try kebabs. There is something about cut up mini pieces of food on a stick that makes it more fun to eat! Kebabs are an easy way to put together a balanced...
Senior Fitness Workout of the Week #03
Monte Priske is back with another Senior Fitness Workout of the Week video. If you understand the value in movement, strength training, and keeping your body healthy, watch these videos and follow along – or share them with someone you care about who could benefit...
Healthy Kid-Friendly Lunch Recipe Video Series | Pesto Cheese Tortellini
Pasta is a staple in our household. Everyone loves pasta night. My kids frequently ask for 'green pasta' aka pesto pasta. One thing I love about pasta is that I can make it for dinner one night, and pack it for lunch the next. Pasta is so versatile! You can make...
FitTest Week
FitTest Week is our quarterly event in which our members can receive a complimentary assessment on all components of fitness to measure current fitness levels. Join us between April 25-29, 2022 to get back on track to your goals. Schedule a Fitness Assessment with one...
Performance Health & Fitness Welcomes Their Newest Personal Trainer, Kolby
We are excited to announce and introduce our new Personal Trainer, Kolby Reed! Kolby is a native Iowan from Muscatine. He graduated from the University of Iowa with his B.A. in Health and Human Physiology. Since 2019, he has been a personal trainer and the best part...
Performance Health & Fitness Welcomes Their New Marketing Director, Lauren Campbell
We are excited to announce and introduce our new Marketing & Communications Director, Lauren Campbell! Lauren, a Rockford native, from Illinois, attended Robert Morris University, located in downtown Chicago. While earning her degree, she received a scholarship to...
New Year, New Goals
Written by Lynde Weatherford | Director of Training Services, Personal Trainer, Health Coach Goal Setting can be difficult at times because not everyone understands what a Short-Term Goal vs a Long-Term Goal means when it comes to your personal health and wellness....
Healthy Kid-Friendly Lunches: Pinwheels
As parents, we all want our kids to have a healthy lunch, but we also want something our kids will actually eat. Kids love sandwiches, but they can get boring to eat day-after-day. Enter pinwheels - they are easy to make, like a sandwich, and kids love them! You can...
Senior Fitness Workout of the Week #01
Monte Priske is back with a new Workout of the Week series, but this time, the workouts are focused specifically on helping seniors stay healthy and fit (in the gym, or at home). If you understand the value in movement, strength training, and keeping your body...
Suzi’s Fiery Chili Recipe
Chili in the morning, Chili in the evening, Chili at suppertime. Chili is one of those dishes that rings fall, warmth, comfort food, and cinnamon rolls. Yes, cinnamon rolls. Raise your hand if you know what I’m talking about. Chili is a staple at our house. When we...
Healthy Kid-Friendly Lunches: Mini Pizzas
Who else loves pizza? I do! And my kids definitely love it too. Personal mini pizzas are a super fun way to get your kids excited about their lunch. Plus, you get to choose the ingredients used to create a healthy, balanced lunch. My kids like to keep it pretty simple...
Why Performance Therapies: An Interview with David Williams
Originally published on ptforhealth.com 08/30/2017. Updated 10/05/2021. Our owner, David Williams, has had a passion for getting people back to what they love since he founded Performance Therapies in the basement of his home in 1999. Now with four Corridor locations,...
Workout of the Week #25
Need some workout inspiration? Give our Workout of the Week a try! Feel free to modify as needed based on your ability and available time, and reach out if you have any questions about the movements. THE WORKOUT Equipment Needed: Medicine Ball Complete 2-3 Rounds 15...
4 Common Misconceptions about Physical Therapy
The definition of Physical Therapy according to Dictionary.com is “the treatment or management of physical disability, malfunction, or pain by exercise, massage, hydrotherapy, etc., without the use of medicines, surgery, or radiation.” This definition is somewhat true...
Last 90 Days Free Wellness Challenge
It’s hard to believe that I am already writing this blog to go with our Last 90 Day Challenge of 2021. Where has the time gone?! If you are like me, you might not have even started towards achieving your 2021 goal. So let’s buckle down together as there is still time...
All You Need to Know About RPM
From our friends at lesmills.com. Written by Emma Hogan. WHY DOES RPM WORK? RPM combines hit music with the motivational power of an inspiring instructor leading you on a journey of hill climbs, sprints and flat riding. The workout is based on the science of Cardio...
Macros: Why We Need Them and How Much
So many people have dialed into their “ Macros” for optimal nutrition and body fat loss, but quite honestly I am not 100% sure if people truly understand what that means. Macro is short for essential macronutrients which are proteins, fats and carbohydrates. We need...
Workout of the Week #24
Need some workout inspiration? Give our Workout of the Week a try! Feel free to modify as needed based on your ability and available time, and reach out if you have any questions about the movements. THE WORKOUT Equipment Needed: Dumbbells (2 pairs - heavier and...
Workout of the Week #23
Need some workout inspiration? Give our Workout of the Week a try! Feel free to modify as needed based on your ability and available time, and reach out if you have any questions about the movements. THE WORKOUT 2-3 Rounds of 10 Burpees20 Push-ups30 Crunches40...
Summer Recipe Series: Margherita Chicken
During the summer, I love quick and easy dinners that include fresh ingredients. Things like tacos, bruschetta, BLTs, and salads are all my go-to simple summer meals, but I am always on the lookout for new recipes to try. This Margherita Chicken recipe is the perfect...
How to Request Healthy Menu Modifications | Local Spotlight: Big Grove Brewery
During these difficult times, our family has made a conscious effort to continue to support local businesses by ordering from a local restaurant once a week. We typically dine-out once a week, and we feel it is a good way to continue to support our favorite spots. If...
Monthly Wellness Challenge: Declutter
Stressful Times Call For Ways to Help Declutter Negativity Who knew that when we started a new decade that we would have been faced with the challenge of trying to control an unseen enemy with this pandemic. Now that you are asked to stay at home and work from home to...
Free Virtual Health Coaching throughout the COVID-19 Crisis
Performance Health & Fitness Launches Free Virtual Health Coaching to Provide Emotional and Wellness Support to the Community during the COVID-19 Crisis Local Health Coaches support the community’s new “normal” by offering free online health coaching CORALVILLE,...