Adam is an owner of Power Life Yoga. Adam was introduced to yoga by his wife Stephanie while they were living in Denver, Colorado. Instantly, Adam was hooked as he was searching for something fun and enjoyable for his workout (Adam could only move so many weights and run so many miles before he was bored). Adam received his Yoga Alliance Certification by taking CorePower Yoga’s 200-hour teacher training program, received additional training through Outlaw Yoga, and actively taught in Denver. Adam’s classes are physically challenging, fast paced and full of energy. Read the profile >>
IMT Des Moines Marathon
Chris Burch is a native of Des Moines, Iowa. His interest in running and community volunteering led him to his role as Director of Racing and Events for the IMT Des Moines Marathon, IMT Des Moines Marathon Running Club and the Road Runners Club of America State Representative for Iowa. Chris received his Bachelor’s Degree from Iowa State University and Master’s Degree from Drake University in Corporate Communications. He is a graduate of the Greater Des Moines Leadership Institute and recipient of the Business Record 40 Under 40 award. Through his leadership, the IMT Des Moines Marathon has grown to include more than 80 sponsors, 1,500 volunteers and 6,400 registered athletes. Read the profile >>
Radiant Om and Power Life Yoga
Gayle shares the gift of yoga every time she teaches. Her own first yoga class was literally a gift. Co-owner of a small business and mother of two small children, Gayle’s yoga journey was launched by her husband, who brought home a gift certificate for yoga classes to de-stress. Embraced by a warmth and energy with the first step into the studio, she felt like she was home. Certified through Yoga Alliance at Red Lotus Yoga in Rochester Hills, MI (2006), she reads the energy in the room, meets you where you are, and welcomes you home to your mat. Just as Gayle finds peace, serenity and a clear heart in yoga, she will encourage you to honor the gift of breath, listen to your body, quiet your mind and let your spirit soar! Read the profile >>
Gigi is one-half of the heartbeat of Gigi’s Pilates Studio & Personal Training. A Des Moines native and fitness expert with more than 18 years’ experience, Gigi’s passion for fitness began early when she earned her Bachelor’s degree in exercise science from Iowa State University. Since then she’s added certifications as a personal trainer and group fitness instructor from the American Council on Exercise (ACE), the Aerobics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA), and the International Sports Conditioning Association (ISCA). Of course, Gigi also is a certified STOTT PILATES™ instructor trainer — one of only a handful in the state of Iowa who trains the trainers — and is a certified breast cancer exercise specialist with the Pink Ribbon Program. Don’t let... Read the profile >>
At Kris' Hot Yoga we focus on the connection between mind & body through hot yoga. From a very young age, Kris has been involved in all kinds athletic endeavors. From the time she was a kid running in USATF Track and Field meets, competing in cross country, cheerleading, basketball and softball. Kris was an All State athlete in high school and continued onto college where she competed in cross-country and track and field. Taking her love of athletics into her career choice, Kris earned a BA in Health and Wellness and went on to work in the health and fitness industry for over twenty years. Kris has been a Wellness Specialist, Group Fitness Instructor, Regional Aerobics Champion runner-up, International Presenter and currently the owner of Kris' Hot Yoga LLC in Waukee, Iowa. In... Read the profile >>
The U
Mother, Runner, Life coach, Exercise Programmer, Nutritionalist….. I'm passionate about helping people of all ages discover their personal best. I do this by combining the science of both nutrition and exercise with practical life applications. When you are physically, emotionally, and nutritionally “FIT” you are capable of more than you ever thought possible. I am a multi- qualifier for Boston and I have recently took up ultra distances this past summer running Jemez (50) Kansas City (50) and Leadville (100). I have my Masters in Exercise Science/Sports Nutrition from University of Northern Iowa. I am a certified life coach and proud member of the NSCA and ACE. I am Newton Running and TRX certified. Read the profile >>
Loran Storts has coached athletes ages 5 to 65. He has worked with a spectrum of ability levels including first-time runners, “newbie” triathletes, Leadville 100 mile trail runners, and Kona Ironman qualifiers. Coach Loran also works one-on-one with all levels of individuals to help them accomplish their personal fitness goals. He helped coach the Dowling High School boys cross country team for three seasons and now is the Head Coach for the Dowling Middle School Cross Country team. An accomplished athlete himself, Coach Loran is a Drake Relays champion, six-time NCAA national qualifier in Track & Cross Country, eight-time Ironman finisher, Heart of America Triathlon Series Overall champion and World 70.3 Triathlon Championship qualifier. He teaches cycling and other fitness... Read the profile >>
Pauline has practiced yoga and pilates for 11 years. Pauline first experienced the Baptiste power vinyasa style of yoga at Power of Your Om, Naperville IL, in 2008, and has been hooked ever since. As her personal practice deepened, she gained a sense of freedom to face her fears beyond just trying new asanas. In 2009, she left the corporate world to pursue her passion to teach pilates and yoga. Pauline is excited to share her love of barre pilates and power yoga with the Des Moines community through teaching. She strives to empower her students by educating them and encouraging greater body awareness so that they may incorporate the long-term benefits into their everyday life. She is passionate about healthy living, whether it be fitness or the food we eat. Pauline was born in... Read the profile >>
Rox took her first yoga class in 2000, and has been hooked ever since! She has been able to expand and deepen her practice through many regional and national yoga workshops and teacher trainings - further pursuing the benefits yoga would offer. She has gained experience with a wide variety of teachers and styles of yoga through the past few years and honors all of the teachers who have brought her to this place in her life including Desiree Rhumbaugh, Sianna Sherman, Martin a]nd Jordan Kirk, Noah Maze among others. Roxianne has completed her 200 hr Yoga Teacher Certification and ANusara Inspired requirements and hopes to finish her full Anusara certification ( 500 hrs) this summer. Although at first yoga was merely a way to help focus her mind and energies in a stressful work environment... Read the profile >>
Yoga Teacher, Dad, and barefoot junkie. Outside of that I also own Iowa Powered Yoga in Urbandale, Iowa. I believe there are two worlds the one that was and the one that is I am here to embrace the NOW! For me the greatest tragedy is to not be heard, felt, or seen. That is why I started Iowa Powered Yoga to give a platform to greatness. As much as I love having the conversation of living life to the fullest I’m more obsessed with is what you are willing to sacrifice to pursue your passions. My biggest yoga teacher is curiousity it’s been that nudge to be fearless, brave, compassionate, and careless. It answers the most important question for me of “what will happen if I do this…” Beyond that I love to see new places, explore different restaurants, and live life by a... Read the profile >>
