The Wellness Center

08/29/2026

One thing I wish more people knew:

Physical therapy isn't just for when something hurts.

PT can also help you:

🏃 Prepare for a new exercise program
🏋️ Build strength safely
🤰 Prepare your body for pregnancy and postpartum recovery
⚾ Prevent or reduce the risk of sports injuries
🧘 Improve mobility
⚖️ Improve balance
💪 Get stronger as you age
🎯 Return to activities after an injury

You don't have to wait until something is "bad enough."

Sometimes the best time to address a problem is before it becomes a bigger one.

What is something you'd love to be able to do more comfortably or confidently?

08/29/2026

08/29/2026

Did you know your diaphragm and pelvic floor work together with every breath you take?

When you inhale, your diaphragm moves downward and your pelvic floor can gently lengthen and relax.

When you exhale, your diaphragm moves back upward and your pelvic floor naturally recoils.

If you're holding your breath, constantly "sucking in," or breathing mostly into your chest, you may be making it harder for your pelvic floor to fully relax.

Try this:

🫁 Lie comfortably on your back or sit supported (like in the car).

Place one hand on your chest and one on your lower ribs.

Inhale slowly through your nose and feel your ribs expand outward and your belly gently rise.

Imagine your pelvic floor softening and lengthening as you inhale.

Exhale slowly through your mouth without forcing or squeezing.

Try 5–10 slow breaths.

The goal isn't to push your pelvic floor down. It's simply to allow your body to relax and let the breath do the work.

This can be a helpful starting point for someone experiencing pelvic floor tension—but everyone's pelvic floor is different.

If you're experiencing pelvic pain, painful in*******se, urinary symptoms, or difficulty relaxing your pelvic floor, individualized pelvic floor physical therapy can help determine what's contributing to your symptoms.

Helpful Hint: You can even do this in the car, while sitting at a stop light! Easy to incorporate into your daily routine (and for the record, I am sitting in a parking lot in this picture and the car is off).

💙 Breathe. Relax. Reconnect.

08/28/2026

FINISHING THE WEEK STRONG. 🌿

Lots of good energy, positivity and life around the Wellness Center this week.

Almost time for a little recharge.

Have a great weekend, everyone!

08/27/2026

Ready to Build Healthier Habits in Just 10 Days?

We are excited to share our 10-Day Healthy Habits Challenge— a simple, practical program designed to help you make small changes that can support your overall health and well-being.

You don’t have to completely overhaul your life to start moving in a healthier direction. Sometimes, it’s the small, consistent habits that make the biggest difference.

10 days of simple, manageable changes
- Focus on building healthier everyday habits
-Easy to fit into your normal routine
-Only $9.99

Ready to take the challenge and invest 10 days in building better habits?

Get started here: https://l.bttr.to/YpkeW

Who’s ready to join me? 🙋‍♀️🙋‍♂️

08/27/2026

PILATES IS THE MOVE. ✨

The girls at Move with Miah definitely take their craft seriously… but they know how to have a good time doing it too. 😎

So cool seeing the energy building in this space and all the women across the Cedar Valley starting to catch the Pilates wave.

Strength. Mobility. Balance. Core. A little time to reset and feel good in your body.

Whether you’re brand new or already hooked, come on in. There’s a spot for you here. 🤍

08/20/2026

MEET THE TEAM BEHIND THE WELLNESS. 💚🙌

We all bring something a little different to the table—and that’s exactly what makes this community so special.

From health + nutrition to coaching, integrative medicine, chiropractic care, physical therapy, beauty, movement and more, our providers each have their own area of expertise while working collectively to serve a community we love. 🌿

We’re incredibly thankful for the opportunity to care for you, encourage you and help connect you with the right people along the way.

Want to get to know us better? Check out our newly launched website to explore our providers and services.

✨ Have a general question? Fill out the contact form and we’ll help point you in the right direction.
📲 Already know who you’d like to connect with? Reach out directly to any of our individual providers.

Different services. One community of care. 💚

https://www.wellnesscentercv.com/

08/19/2026

THIS WEEK’S FEATURE: TNK HEALTH & NUTRITION 🌿

We’re so grateful to be shoulder-to-shoulder with TnK Health & Nutrition here at The Wellness Center!

TnK has been helping people pursue better health for decades, with a wide range of vitamins, minerals, supplements, natural health products, herbs, essential oils, healthy foods and more—plus a knowledgeable team ready to help you find what fits your needs.

Whether you’re looking to support your energy, digestion, immunity, sleep, stress, nutrition or overall wellness, TnK is a great place to start.

📍 3151 Brockway Road, Waterloo

Stop in, look around and get to know the TnK team. We’re pretty blessed to have them as part of this community of care. ❤️

08/14/2026

Part 4 💚