Agape Therapy

New "Free" Class Starting: A Matter of Balance

2012-01-24T14:31:00.001-06:00

Winter is here to stay and along with it came the inevitable snow and ice. This can put a huge damper onanyone’s social life, leaving many pf us with the “winter blues.” Many times we are unable to safely go places, andare hesitant to leave home due to the possibility of an accident orfalling. Soon spring will come and wewill get back to not thinking twice about stepping out the door. For some people though (this may be you or likelysomeone you know) that fear of leaving the house never goes away due to alingering concern of having an accident, falling, and feeling helpless. Agape Therapy offers a class called A Matterof Balance to help individuals with those very real and burdening fears offalling. If you are: concerned aboutfalls, have sustained a fall in the past, restrict activities because ofconcerns about falling, are interested in improving your flexibility, balance,and strength, and are age 60 or older ambulatory and able to problem-solve thisclass is for you. A new session will bebeginning Feb. 7^th 2012 at the Cedar Falls Agape Therapy and will beprovided free thanks to the Wellmark Foundation. For more information and to sign up pleasecall 277-3166.

Organization and Balance As A Wife, Mom, and Physical Therapist

2011-12-29T08:47:00.003-06:00

By Suzy, PT

I am blessed to be able to work half days at Agape Therapy. This allows me to have more time at home with my two young children. It also means that if I don't stay organized, life can get a little out ofcontrol quite quickly. Even though my schedule at work isconsistent, other activities aren'talways that way.

The best way I've found to stay on top of things is to use my iPhoneand it's apps to keep track of thingsfor me. In this day and age it seems onecan't go anywhere without the silly phone. (At least, that's the theory.... sometimes it is out of earshot and I miss a call or text, much to myhusband's chagrin! Oops!) Since the phone is my closest sidekick, Imake it work for me. I use iCal to keeptrack of the schedule. I have a Groceries app that I make a list inwhen I think of things or use things upthat syncs with my husband's phone so we can attack Wal-Mart in half the time it used to take. I use Reminders app for things that come up in the midst ofsomething else, or for things I want toremember to do at a certain time as the phone will alert me.

Being organized also allows forlife to be more balanced. With all ofthe different responsibilities I have, it's easy for one thing to take over myfocus. I have to remind myself (thistime without my phone doing the work) to be in the moment where I am as much aspossible. When I am at work, I need tofocus on work knowing that my kids are being well taken care of by our daycare providerand that my husband is doing his job at his work. When I am at home with my kiddos, I need tofocus on them to meet their needs and keep the household going. When my husband gets home from work, I needto facilitate family time. There aredefinitely things I need to work on to continue to work on balance in mylife. By the end of the day I'm tired,but I want to work on focusing on time alone with my hubby. I also need to work in some time to focus onme. I'll have to put in an appointmentin my phone. :) I guess I'll make these two things my NewYear's Resolution.... Though at timesjuggling all of these things gets a little overwhelming, I'm am SO thankfulthat God has placed the blessing of a husband, 2 great kiddos, and a job in my life!

Caregiving Can Be Tough

2011-12-13T15:56:00.001-06:00

By Linda, OT

Earlier this year the Alzheimer's Association released information that there are approzimately 15 million unpaid caregivers of persons with Alzheimer's Disease and other age related dementias in the United States...an increase of 37% more than reported last eyar. Loosely speaking, a caregiver is anyone who provides help and assistance to someone who is incapacitated in any way in tasks needed to peform activites needed to carry out their daily lives. The list of possibilities is huge, buy may include:

dressing
bathing, hygiene, toileting
medication management
meal preparation and managing special diets
eating managing finances
mobility
keeping track of and providing transportation to needed appointments
access to areas of the home and keeping the home environment safe for the loved ones

While care giving can be rewarding, it can also be a great source of stress on teh caregiver and the entire family. The American Occupational Therapy Association supports the campaign "Aging in Place" to enable to assist a loved one to continue to live in their home of choice. Tips for caregivers:

join a local or online support group.
recruit assistance from other family members and trusted friends.
Try to find ways to take a break.
Try to maintain a regular routine of when daily lviing activities, such as bathing and mealtime are performed.
Take care of your back. Caregivers may do a lot of lifting.
Don't expect too much. Keep tasks and instruction simple.
Watch for signs of depression and burnout. Don't be afraid to seek help for this.
Educate yourself about your loved one's specific condition so you can communicate with their physican.
Contact agencies such as the local Area Agency on Aging or Alzheimer's association to see if they can direct you to community resources.
Consider seeking a referral from the physician for an occupational therapist to provide low cost recommendation's for home modificationand adaptive equipment to make your job easier an your loved one's environment safer. A physical therpaist can determine and provide education regarding the safest mode of mobility.
Remember....YOU ARE VALUABLE!

Try To Find Balance

2011-12-05T14:16:00.001-06:00

Balance - mentalsteadiness or emotional stability; habit of calm behavior,judgment, etc.

This is one of the definitions of balance. But balance in work, family and health ishard to achieve.

A typical scenario is to be swamped in the rigors of thework day, sometimes being interrupted to run a child to the Doctor orDentist. Then it is time to go home andopen a seemingly empty refrigerator while the family is ‘starving’ fordinner. There is also the workout thatwas meant to be done before work, but needed to be delayed until evening, but thengot cancelled because you forgot about that school concert or ball game.

Attempting to be all things to all people can really drainyou emotionally and physically. Take anhonest look at what you need to do and what you would like to do. If your work income is needed by your familyand you can’t back down your work hours, then something else has to give. Don’t be the one who volunteers for everyrequest for your time. Look at youravailable hours after you have work and family time scheduled, then only say ‘yes’to the things that mean the most to you or that you can do as a family.

Find at least three blocks of time during the week in whichyou can be active physically, and guard those times to avoid them slipping awayto complete other obligations. You willfind that those times are so refreshing to you both physically and emotionally,that you may increase those blocks to 4-5 per week in order to improve yourability to handle the rigors of the rest of your week.

Balance is possible, but the key is time management. You cannot maintain a calm demeanor if yourschedule is out of control. Find a toolto keep track of your scheduled obligations, then schedule in family time, workout time, and down time. Guard andprotect those times as you would an important meeting time for work.

We all have the same number of hours in a day. Make sure you are in control of those hoursor your year will come to an end and you will feel like it was lost.

Begin now to plan what your 2012 will look like. Really takea hard look at the things that count, especially your family and yourhealth. You will also benefit fromkeeping yourself spiritually on track. Speakwith your pastor or a trusted adviser, or Agape can help you find a person toget you on the right path. You are worththe effort!

HOW FOSTERING RELATIONSHIPS HELP WITH CHRONIC PAIN

2011-11-23T12:21:00.001-06:00

For many people who suffer from chronic pain, depression is an unfortunate consequence, but research shows that people in comforting relationships are more likely to avoid depression. People who indicated they were in secure relationships and felt supported in their social life were less likely to suffer from depression. Nurturing relationships can improve our mental health, despite the presence of chronic pain. Ultimately, having healthy emotional support at home can go a long way toward alleviating depression.

Chronic pain can make you feel isolated, afraid, and disrupt your normal lifestyle. It’s estimated that one in three people suffer from chronic pain. Don’t let pain consume your life, start taking back control of your life. There are more important things in your life to focus on, such as friends, family, work, and hobbies. Chronic pain support groups can be a great way to realize that the pain you are having, and the emotions that come with it are not unusual.

The people in your life need to know how you are feeling, you can’t expect them to read minds. Staying silent will only cause them to feel estranged from you. On the other hand, sharing too much can cause them to feel overwhelmed. The right amount of communication is key. Giving your loved ones or friends a chance to help you in some way can also make them feel closer to you. Our friends and family members often want to help us but don’t always know how to take the first step.

Don’t let chronic pain keep you from interacting with friends. Canceling plans can be disappointing for all concerned, so if you can manage some level of activity with your pain, you should. Dealing with chronic pain can be frustrating, but communicating and staying close to loved ones and friends will help you cope with daily living. Healthy relationships have a balance between support and encouraging independence. Good communication and keeping your relationships strong in spite of pain is VITAL.

Also keep in mind that exercise leads to a healthier body, and a healthier body feels less pain. Strong toned muscles feel less pain than unused muscles. Exercise will give you more of the energy you need to overcome pain, and when you are fit, you’ll feel better about yourself-more in control.

Lastly, identifying and reducing sources of constant stress in your life can help diminish pain. Fostering social interactions through support groups and maintaining a POSITIVE outlook are good coping strategies. STAY ACTIVE!

Take care!

Gail, PTA

Joint Health

2011-11-23T11:17:00.001-06:00

For many, the daily complaints of sore and achy joints has made even the simplest of activities quite difficult.

Joint discomfort has perhaps become the most common of all physical complaints, affecting millions of Americans.

Joint pain can range from moderate, to severe, to debilitating. Although arthritis is frequently the cause of chronic joint

pain, the symptom can be the result of other factors including muscle weakness, loss of flexibility, poorly aligned bones, bursitis

or simple repetitive use or a soft tissue injury. Weight gain could possibly be the chief factor with the latest research noting that for

every 2 pounds you are over weight it increases your risk for osteoarthritis by 9%. For every pound you lose, you are removing 4 lbs from

across the knees.

Exercise

The last thing you may want to do with an aching joint is exercise it. But a vast body of research clearly shows that exercise is extremely

effective in restoring function, movement, and flexibility -and, believe it or not, in reducing aches and stiffness. Proper exercise is key, consult

your doctor and request Physical Therapy.

God bless your exercise endeavor,

Rick, PTA

Aquatic Therapy Can Help Chronic Pain

2011-10-30T19:07:00.000-05:00

Feeling helpless, painful, lonely, anxious, depressedand even angry at times? Does your painhave you down? Most people with chronicpain struggle physically, emotionally, and mentally because pain wakes them upin the morning and puts them to bed at night. Day-to-day movement becomes a chore, pain continues to progress, andmuscles continue to get weaker. Have youtried every therapy out there and not had the results you’re searching tofind? Aquatic therapy might be an optionfor you!

Oneof the best ways to decrease pain is to move, but the barrier is moving on“land” is painful. What is the missinglink? The pool! The pool offers a buoyancy assistedenvironment that allows people to do exercises without the joint compression andbody weight they are used to in normal day-to-day life. The pool also offers 3D resistance so everymovement made in the pool counts. Thecombination of water resistance and buoyancy reduces the overall stress on thebody allowing low impact exercise and strengthening to occur with lesspain. Movement and exercise will alsohelp mentally to help release endorphins that can positively effect yourmood. The pool will leave you feelingempowered, motivated, with less pain pain, and closer to your goals

Ifyou feel aquatic therapy is a potential option for you, talk to your healthcare provider and contact me at Agape Therapy.

Lifeis too short to spend it in pain. Giveaquatic therapy a try!

Ellie, DPT

Kinesiotaping For Chronic Pain

2011-10-25T21:42:00.000-05:00

Chronic pain can be a result of many injuries & dysfunctions. Kinesiotaping can help treat chronic pain by correcting those dysfunctions or the by-products of those injuries.
Posture is an example of such a dysfunction. Taping can re-align joints & muscles in such a way that they work more efficiently, with better biomechanics. Increased muscle tension can be reduced thru Kinesiotaping. Fascial restriction can limit normal movement and can be corrected with taping. Poor lymphatic drainage can cause pain, and can also be improved with Kinesiotaping. There are an infinite number of kinesiotaping techniques that could improve chronic pain, find a practitioner that has trained in the Kinesiotaping method and give it a try.

Bethany Jacobsen, PT, ATC
Agape Therapy

Using your Will Power to Organize your Life during an injury will reduce Stress and produce Healing

2011-10-23T17:54:00.001-05:00

by Suzy Searfoss, DPT

An injury is by it's very nature not something that is planned. Unexpected things can bring on extra stress to one's already stressful life. Stress is not helpful to the healing process. Using your Will Power to organize your life can reduce the extra stress the injury brings, which will allow you to heal from it and move beyond it more quickly. Here are a few tips to consider:

* work smarter, not harder: manage your time wisely

* set your priorities: let unessential things fall by the wayside during this time and keep things in perspective

* ask for help: no one is an island

* set realistic goals: consecutive small steps will eventually get you there

* be patient with yourself and your body

* think positively and be optimistic: you will pull through!!

All these things take will power. The mind is a powerful thing. Believe you can get through this, and you will more easily be able to take the steps to reduce the stress caused by the unexpected injury to bring about healing.

"If you don't like something change it; if you can't change it, change the way you think about it" -Mary Engelbreit

"Do what you can, with what you have, where you are" -Theodore Roosevelt

Sick and Tired (Literally)..of Eating Bad

2011-10-18T11:33:00.001-05:00

Its no secret that America has a health problem. What's surprising is the severity of it. 80 million people have some form of heart disease (American Heart Association) and by age 12 an estimated 70% of children have the beginning stages of hardening of the arteries. (Bogalusa Heart Study) The National Institute of Cancer says that 1 in 3 women and 1 in 2 men will have cancer in their lifetime and that over 20 million adults and children have diabetes(American Diabetes Association) The sickness epidemic among adults is staggering enough, but what alarms me both as a Wellness Practitioner, and a Mom, is that the New England Journal of Medicine has stated, "Today's children may be the first in two centuries to actually live shorter lives than their parents." With all of the resources we are privileged to have in our society, how is this possible? How is it that while medical advancements are constantly moving forward we are simultaneously experiencing a rise in cancer, heart disease, obesity? What is causing more and more children to be diagnosed with adult onset conditions such as Type 2 diabetes and Multiple Sclerosis? How is it that people groups around the world who don't share our amenities are living healthier, longer lives? Studies show the leading causes for the differences are: poor food choices, not drinking enough water, lack of exercise, stressful lifestyles, environmental factors, sleep deprivation, and a "treatment" approach to medicine rather than a "prevention" approach. So, what do we do about it?

Thankfully, the US government wanted to know the same thing and spent billions of dollars conducting a massive study trying to find a cure for heart disease, cancer and many more diseases. Their conclusion was two fold: 1.Disease is easier to prevent than it is to cure and 2. Eat 7-13 servings of fruits and vegetables every day (they have since increased the servings to 9-13 every day) You may be asking yourself how something so simple could solve a problem so big. Well, lets look at the domestic apple. Its anything but simple! In fact, a single apple is so complex that just one houses over 12,000 nutrients, enzymes, elements and compounds that work together as a team to fuel your body toward prevention and healing. This is why 5mg of calcium from eating or juicing an apple is more beneficial to the body than a 1500 mg vitamin tablet. This composition is replicated in other fruits, vegetables and berries as well. An isolated vitamin, mineral or nutrient alone can not perform as well without the help of its "team" or being in its "whole food state". You may be skeptical- and that's ok! Its good to question and reason because that leads to answers and we definitely need an answer for the health crisis we, and most importantly our children are facing. This author is actually one of the biggest skeptics out there when it comes to this kind of thing. There was a time when I was intensely struggling with numerous MS symptoms that drastically affected my mobility, vitality and quality of life. Upon hearing that anything natural, especially food, could impact the way I felt (let alone prevent or heal anything) I was offended. To be honest, I actually found the concept ignorant and trivializing. I thought, "You have no idea what I live with! I am a pretty healthy eater and there is no way nutrition and lifestyle choices can make a significant impact in this!" What I didn't understand then was that both vitamin deficiency and an abundance of a vitamin could actually result in chronic illness, disease and injury. I wasn't aware that every time we digest something its like lighting a fireplace inside. There is an internal inflammatory response from what we eat that can lead to a wild fire if we aren't careful! For example, once a fireplace is lit, it emits sparks and so does our body. Those "sparks" are called free radicals and just like the fire place embers will set the carpet on fire without the protection of a screen, those free radicals will land on our cells and damage them without the protection of antioxidants. This anti oxidant defense is critically important because cell function is VITAL for healthy function because they set off an internal Domino affect. You see, cells make tissues, that make up organs, that make up systems that will function with health if the cells are healthy or sickness if they aren't.

Optimal cellular health is fundamental to having optimal wellness. We really are what we eat! The good news is, its never to late to install your screen! Cells turn over and new ones replace them. Its possible to change how you feel, look and resist illness in just 30 days by getting your 9-13 servings!! That's exciting!! But the there is still a problem- processed foods are preservative, fat and sugar laden, and even the organic produce loses up to 60% of its nutritional value after cooking. Solution: We could all eat raw food every day, or juice. Reality: Most of us don't, won't or can't. Not only is this just not always realistic for our budget or our schedule- lets face it- we all want something crunchy from time to time! A company committed to excellence in Health and Safety recognized this and brought us a whole food, science based, clinically proven, peer reviewed, medical journal published and doctor recommended way to have nutrition insurance. Its not in place of making good choices, but it is a safe and effective way to bridge the gap between our best efforts to eat what we should eat and what we actually do eat- everyday, affordably. If you would like more information on why food matters, how it can specifically impact your vitality and pain management; increase your immunity and energy and sharpen your focus and performance, please join us for "Food Matters" Oct 18 and 25th at 6:30 here at Agape and again on Saturday, November 5th. You can also contact me for a personal consultation.

Wishing You Wellness,

Rachel Klingman, CRT

Whole-istic Nutritionist

We are officially ready to go with our blog!

2011-10-18T11:30:00.002-05:00

Keep an eye on our blog at least once a week we will have a post from a different therapist. The post will have relevance to what our e-Newsletter's theme is about. We will change our main theme each month. The following are all ways you can stay connected with Agape, what's happening, what's offered there and also main community events:
email
blog
Wellness Club - gets you the eNewsletter
webiste - Calendar of Events
Matt Smith's Twitter

Get connected we would love to have you!

Insurances Updates

2011-01-18T14:21:00.002-06:00

Keep checking out your insurances. In the next short bit some insurances are creating a avenue to help you reduce your premiums. As the holder of the insurance you will do a pre screening and depending on where you screen and then in turn how you improve will set your premium cost. So the more you improve the lower your premium. Please keep an eye out and don't miss this opportunity. Saving money can be an extrinsic way to get us motivated for change, in this case, in a good way.

Wellness Challenge

2011-01-18T14:20:00.001-06:00

Beginning of April we are going to be offering our second Wellness Challenge. We have changed to 6 weeks to allow for a smaller time commitment by you! Please call 277-3166 or email us at agape@agapetherapy.com for questions.

Wellness Club

2011-01-18T14:18:00.001-06:00

If you would like to be a part of Agape's Wellness Club please email me your email to avanarkel@agapetherapy.com and I will get you entered. This Club really just allows you the opportunity to get our monthly newsletter and quality updates on insurances or offerings within our clinic. Don't worry we won't come close to bombarding your email or time!! :)

The time is now!

2010-12-14T11:29:00.003-06:00

"If you don't have time to do it right, when will you have time to do it over?" What a great notion. Start from this point forward. Make good decisions, stick to a plan, and allow for some breaks and free time...success is sure to follow whether it is your weight, schedule, relationships, or family responsibilities etc. There is no better time than the present. Happy Holidays.

The Power fo the Mind

2010-11-01T15:56:00.003-05:00

http://www.iloveulove.com/spirituality/buddhist/conscioussubconscious.htm

Here is a really good article about how to better control your mind and thoughts and successes! It's based on conscious thought vs. subconscious thought. It's worth it for you to take a look!

Sugar Craze.

2010-07-29T09:54:00.002-05:00

http://www.sugarstacks.com/beverages.htm

Check out the above link and see how your sugar literally stacks up in the food and drinks you enjoy. Gross!

Friendly Reminders

2010-07-26T08:54:00.003-05:00

Don't you wish you could have a friendly health tip reminder when you are standing in line to get food so that you will make a healthier choice?
Now you can, Dr. Matt Smith has a Twitter account and he is sending great information out. Simply go to twitter.com/drmattsmithpt and get signed up!

Seminar Reminder

2010-07-19T14:34:00.002-05:00

Tonight (Mon. July 19th) Dr. Tom is doing a Free Seminar on Wellness Watch-Creating Wellness and B.E.S.T.
The next seminar will be next Monday July 26th and it is on "From the Heart" - Who's Driving This Bus "An Experiential Evening" 6-8pm

Wellness Challenge over 1/2 done!

2010-07-19T14:31:00.003-05:00

Hello friends!
We are more than half way done with our Wellness Challenge! It is going so fast. Being able to partner with the local businesses and give the participants a chance to step out of the box has been amazing. I'm proud of each business that partnered with us to do something good for the community. This week we have Nicky with NRG Pilates going get our Core workin! If you are interested in trying one of the Sat. sessions please email me at avanarkel@agapetherapy.com and you can give it a go for FREE!

Wellness Challenge Update

2010-06-22T14:25:00.003-05:00

It was a beautiful day for the Wellness Challenge at Overman Park on Saturday (June 19th). A big thank to Scott Gall, owner of The Runner's Flat, for coming and talking to us. Scott shared with us his knowledge of running and walking mechanics, foot striking, and cadence. We went for a walk by the river putting into practice our new knowledge and gearing up for this upcoming weekend's Sturgis Falls 5K! The next Wellness Challenge event after the 5K is Zumba at Gateway Park. Be sure to check out the website for all of the new and exciting things going on at Agape Therapy.

2010-06-14T11:08:00.003-05:00

Agape Therapy's Community Wellness Challenge is off to a great start! Mary McInnis Meyer, from Field of Yoga led our challenge participants through various poses and instruction at her studio on 4th St. in downtown Cedar Falls Saturday. The rain didn't hold off, but the beautiful studio and complimentary tea after the workout made up for the weather. After loosening up with some poses the participants enjoyed the dynamic chair movement and finished up with relaxation inversion poses that everyone could do with some modification. Thanks to Mary, and We'll be continuing the challenge with Runner's Flat and Agape leading loop d' loop intervals on the Cedar Valley's great trail system.

Kristin - Wellness Specialist @ Agape Therapy

"You can heal your life" Louise Hay

2010-06-07T14:50:00.004-05:00

In the infinity of life where I am, all is perfect, whole and complete. I now choose calmly and objectively to see my old patterns, and I am willing to make changes, I am teachable. I can learn. I am willing to change. I choose to have fun doing this. I choose to react as though I have found a treasure when I discover something else to release. I see and feel myself changing moment by moment. Thoughts no longer have any power over me. I am the power in the world. I chose to be free. All is well in my world.

Wellness Challenge

2010-06-07T14:50:00.003-05:00

Saturday June 5th amidst the crazy rain the Community Wellness Challenge launched. It was a success. Nikki Carrion from FitXpress came in and did a fantastic job leading the group in a sampler of what is to come with Pilates, Yoga and Tai Chi. The challenge is something we would like to keep up. So if you are a local business that would like to get involved let us now. Also, if you are a community member that would like to take the challenge please email me avanarkel@agapetherapy.com and we will get you on the list! Check out our website for all our offerings, we are ever changing, growing and improving for meeting your wellness needs.
Have a great day and enjoy the summer.
Amy

CREATING WELLNESS

2010-03-22T23:37:00.003-05:00

Our wellness efforts now have some roots and we couldn't be more excited. In April we are launching our Creating Wellness initiative. For $25 in celebration of our 25th Anniversary we are offering you your Wellness Quotient (evaluation). That number is a number that quantifies where your wellness is at. Your wellness is not a you are sick, or you are not. It is on a continuum of how well are you. That continuum shifts as we age etc. and we want to do things to stop it form lowering. The evaluation is a full spectrum treatment. Check out our website or give us a call and we can visit about it.

Also feel free to email me via the website or using avanarkel@agapetherapy.com

To your wellness!

B.E.S.T. TREATMENT

2010-03-22T23:36:00.001-05:00

B.E.S.T. TREATMENT is here! April 1st Dr. Tom will officially launch his practice in Agape Therapy. Evaluations are 45 minutes and after that treatment times are about 15 minutes.

Don't forget to ask about the Creating Wellness evaluations.

B.E.S.T. Release

2010-03-22T23:34:00.002-05:00

Tues. March 39th Dr. Tom will be holding another seminar on B.E.S.T. Release. This is information you can use on you and your family and friends on assessing where some imbalance is and doing an at home treatment. Very helpful stuff.

6pm at Agape Therapy.

Dr. Tom Dueker, D.C.

2010-02-28T22:10:00.003-06:00

We would like to introduce to our building, Dr. Thomas Dueker, D.C. Dr. Tom is a Chiropractor that specializes in the B.E.S.T Technique. Bioenergetic Synchronization Technique is an amazing treatment protocol addressing the real root of your physical symptoms. There is no "popping" involved. Colicky babies, upset husbands, ambiguous low back pain, chronic pain that won't go away, and so much more, are all things Dr. Tom will address on your visit.

This is a very unique treatment that shows GREAT success. It will ask you to think out of your box, but we think you you will welcome the refreshing change. Give us a call if you have any questions.

Wellness...why is it necessary.

2010-02-28T22:05:00.004-06:00

Wellness is almost becoming a two cent word now-a-days. Don't get caught up in the cliche of the word. Wellness is a very important perspective on health. It's the difference in the success of our health and health care or the continual downward spiral that both are in now! Wellness is preventative, integrating, and a total body approach to your individual needs. You must think outside of the box. Get away from our societal norms of what healthy is. How do you do that you may ask. Understand yourself, research and find something that strikes your fancy. Learn and start on the journey to understanding you deep rooted needs, it will take you where it needs to if you let it. Also, of course Agape staff can help you. We have Agape Omadas (therapeutic fitness classes), therapeutically minded Personal Trainers, Wellness Specialists, Massage Therapist, Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapists. New at Agape is Dr. Tom Deuker and his B.E.S.T. Technique! There is a lot we are offering, check us out, you will be happy you did!

Check out the classes!

2010-02-28T22:02:00.002-06:00

The Agape Omada classes are designed for those of us that need to get active, but need a foundation to build on. It is important to understand what we need as an individual and then turning that in to activity that we understand the whys and hows of. Benefits of our Agape Omadas are small class size, safe and more private setting in the lower level of our CF clinic, and instructors geared towards therapeutic care. Give us a call if you have questions, we'd love to help you out.

2010! It's here already!

2010-01-18T07:33:00.002-06:00

Everyone! It's due time to look at the Agape Omadas classes. Classes begin Jan. 25th and are on a "rotating" schedule. Class size is limited to 7. You will get a high level of individualized attention and the classes are centered on restoring balance physically and mentally. Expect to be educated on understanding and using your body appropriately. Don't forget to take a glance at the Mind-Body type classes, especially if you can't figure out how to relax and get restored. See ya soon! If you have questions, please go to the homepage of our website and click on the Ask A Question button.

Administrative Position

2010-01-18T07:31:00.003-06:00

To everyone who applied for the administrative position thank you! Last week we did fill the position. We had at least 250 applications. It's a tough economy out there, and we pray you will find the job that fits you best! Have a blessed 2010.

Agape Omadas

2009-11-30T11:42:00.012-06:00

Agape is Greek for "Unconditional Love"
Omada is Greek for "Group" or "Body of Believers"
We are calling our therapeutic fitness classes "Omadas" and these classes will be just that, a group of people each working toward individualized goals through education, belief, and motivation from one another and the Wellness Specialists here at Agape. Agape Therapy's Wellness program is designed to empower every participant with the tools to live healthy, holistic, and well-balanced life.
The next Omadas will begin in January and will include: Body Balance / Quiet Mind, Sound Body / Agape Zoi / Golden Body Balance.

Body Balance
Learn how to be physically active at home and in your community. We will focus on cardiovascular exercise, toning flexibility, core strengthening, and relaxation all using minimal equipment. When our bodies are balanced and working synergistically, we feel better, move better, and live better.
Offered:
M W 10-11 AM
M W 5-6 PM
Session 1: Jan 4 - 27
Session 2: Feb 1 - 24

Quiet Mind, Sound Body
This class will focus on beginning yoga poses, stretching, mild strengthening, and relaxation techniques. Yoga allows the body to release tension and stress so that we may feel our best. The strengthening aspect of yoga helps us to become more toned and balanced. When our minds are quieted, our bodies can respond to the demands life places upon it.
Offered:
M W 12-1 PM
T Th 5-6 PM
Session 1: Jan 4 - 28
Session 2: Feb 1 - 25

Agape Zoi
Agape is the Greek word for “love." Zoi is a Greek word meaning “life." This class will focus on the key points of wellness so that you may love the life you are living! Each session will provide insight, encouragement, exercise, and pointers on how to be fit and well while maintaining our busy schedules.
Offered:
Wed. 7-8 PM
*This is an 8 week Omada*
Session runs Jan 6 - Feb 24

Golden Body Balance
Golden-aged participants will learn how to safely engage in physical exercise at home and in their community. We will focus on cardiovascular exercise, strength training, balance, posture, and relaxation. The goal of this class is to help you discover creative ways to exercise while remaining safe.
Offered:
T Th 10-11 AM
Session 1: Jan 5 - 28
Session 2: Feb 2 - 25

The Agape Wellness Team looks forward to empowering you to achieve your best quality of life through education, individual attention, personalized activities, and a highly motivating and encouraging atmosphere. Sign up for your Omada today by calling Agape Therapy at
319-277-3166.

Agape Wellness Services

2009-08-18T15:22:00.006-05:00

Agape Therapy is now offering wellness services to the Cedar Valley. These services include lunch and learns, business or community group chair massage, and fitness assessments for individuals or groups just to name a few. Wellness is a term that most people are familiar with, but most people are unaware of the broad spectrum that wellness encompasses. This Wellness is a way of life integrating the physical, emotional, spiritual, occupational, environmental, and social areas of your life.

At Agape Therapy, our goal is for you to reach your potential and if that means addressing dysfunctions or musculoskeletal issues to get you back to your weekly activities or empowering you to reach your fitness potential. We are here for you and offering more services than ever to help you live the most fulfilling life possible.

To learn more about how to tap into the resources available to you at Agape Therapy's Wellness Program, contact us at 319-277-3166.

Welcome!

2008-11-03T22:18:00.000-06:00

Welcome to Agape Therapy's new blogspot. We would like to use this as a way to better stay in touch with you. Upcoming events and special dates to remember will be listed. Plus, we want you to be able to ask questions, especially about your wellness, that we can research and answer. We are excited to stay in better touch with you!! Get out and vote tomorrow.