Weekend Notice

The Williamson Wellness Center will close mid-afternoon on Friday, December 28th and reopen Monday, December 31, New Year's Eve Day.  We will be open til at least 5:30 on Monday and will be open on , Tuesday January 1, 2013.  Be safe and Happy New Year.

Shoes for the HOMELESS......we are all so fortunate...... bring any shoes by the "Center" that you believe could be given to someone in need.  Let's give a little more this year.  We CAN do it.

You never know the lives you touch or the impact you have had.......a call today from a colleague   regarding a presentation three years ago.  I am so excited to have been called regarding new app development for our future.  I pray I can continue to play a roll in the development of post rehabilitation services.

Collection is underway through next week for any "lightly" used shoes.  In collaboration with Dr. Naomi Shields, Advanced Orthopedic Associates, Williamson Wellness Center is a drop-off site for the shoes.  Dr. Shields will be taking them to the homeless shelters in downtown Wichita to fit those in need.  Please help us if you can.....

TRX continues on Wednesday nights at 6:00 pm and on Saturday mornings at 9:00 a.m.  The classes are advancing for those who can progress.  Others, take the class one session at a time.  Way too fun....come be fun

new class - TRX

Williamson Wellness has added another TRX Class for Wednesday nights, 6:00 - 6:50 p.m. This class will be the second offering to the class offered on Saturdays at 9:00 a.m.  The two class will surely produce new strength, savvy strength and enduring strength.  Get through the holidays while still working hard and staying focused on your health and mental balance.  See you there.

October 27-28, 2012 Williamson Wellness Center will be closed.  I will be teaching all day Saturday and Sunday to local personal trainers.  WWC will reopen Monday, October 29th.  thank you.

Take Shape For Life, Weight Loss Solution via Medifast

Well after much consideration and experiencing it my self, I am 13 lbs less than I was August 1, 2012.  As a degree health education teacher, I was reluctant to dive into the weight loss scene. However, I truly like the jump start and transition that "Take Shape For Life" offers.  For busy schedules, avoiding being hungry, and a plan that does allow you to eat and eat healthy, this could easily be an option for anyone regardless of the amount of weight you might be interested in losing.

Friday, October 5th, from 2:00 - 4:00, I am hosting an informational meeting at the 'center (Williamson Wellness Center) in the Tallgrass Shops.  There you can talk to me or Deb Floodman and see if you are interested and want to venture through what I have. (or just contact me, as you do not have to live in Wichita if you want me to help you from "afar".) The holidays are approaching, parties are being planned and what a great time to "Take your shape for Life" and focus on yourself, your health habits and fitness.  Stop on by and say hello.

Parkinson's Fitness Class is ongoing.  We exercise from 1:45 - 2:45 at the Center.  The class involves "Big" movement patterns, dancing, stretching, footwork, and using balls. Music is played and the social-ness continues.  Very fun for everyone...... There is cost savings for the class the more times you commit to being there.  Give me a call or stop into the Center......See you there

Interval Resistance Training Class

Interval Resistance Training Class starts September 24th at 6:00 p.m.  Reserve your space now by contacting Megan at 316-393-0766 or Wendy at 316-295-4366.  This class will use a variety of equipment, including: free weights, cables, bands, balls, kettlebells, Bosu, benches, TRX, etc....and all at your own level.

Wow....Governor Brownback spoke to about 225 health workers, government officials, and to members of the Governor's Council on Fitness this week at the 2012 Kansas Summit on Obesity.  He reported the following (you better sit down).....
 - 64% of Kansas adults are overweight or obese
 - 30% of Kansas adults are obese
 - Obesity costs the U.S. nearly $150 billion annually or 9% of medical costs
 - In Kansas, $1.3 billion per year is spent on obesity-related ailments such as Type II diabetes, heart disease and other complications.
 - Lastly, obesity is a factor in nearly 80% of preventable deaths, the second leading factor in the state behind tobacco.

We eat way too much and don't get near enough physical activity.....

Announcing Carrie Willems, NCMT (National Certified Massage Therapist) has joined Williamson Wellness Center.  She comes with extremely high recommendations and experience.  As a result of her skills, personality, professionalism and integrity, Carrie will be a tremendous asset to the "center".  Carrie can provide a variety of massages including Therapeutic Massage, Hot Stone Massage, Deep Tissue Massage, and Prenatal Massage.  Her rates are very competitive and she is available on Monday, Wednesday and Thursdays and by appointment as well.  Welcome Carrie!!!!

Exciting news

Exciting news in the air.........  The TRX class has started and what fun we had.  More are signing up and we still have a few spots as we double up on the straps.  Come be fun.

A massage therapist will be named soon and we will be scheduling appointments within the next several weeks. The Interval Resistance is getting developed as well.  AND more is in the air, but we will keep all the news under 'wraps' until a later date.

I am so appreciative of all the support we have received.  All is well, but more is great.  Stay tuned

Lastly, the hours have expanded.  Mon-Thursday, we will be open at approximately 6:00 a.m.  Saturdays 8-1:00 on most weekends.  We will be open some Sundays as well this fall.. Stay tuned.

TRX PURE - will begin at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, August 18th.  Come check it out.  We will have some orientation and certainly a workout, so come and be fun.  To reserve your  "TRX", call, e-mail, or text and let us know.   : )   More classes will be available soon.

See you there.

Welcome to Williamson Wellness Center.  The Parkinson's Fitness class will begin on Tuesday, August 7, 2012.  Classes will be held on Tuesday and Thursdays from 1:45 - 2:45 to try and accommodate those who are interested in taking this class.  Call if you are interested and wishing to enroll.  There is a class limit of 15 registrations.  Session packages can be purchased with savings as well.

Hope to see you there.  I am looking forward to an ongoing class in my new 'center.

We are finally open

Monday, July 16th is the day......all is ready......come check us out.  Thank you to Pam Fruhauf who has been my decorator and constant through this process........  Thanks Pam.  Awesome job. 

Good evening......things are happening.......The delay in the wellness center is as a result of the rubber flooring and it is in Wichita and will be delivered tomorrow, July 9th.  As a result, the equipment (also here) will be installed this week and the rest of the accessories will be added throughout the week.......opening is now July 16th.  Thanks for your patience. 

New website

Greetings......this is the new website that is going to accompany the new business. There will be a link from here to facebook and to the website where you can make an appointment. The excitement is 'brewing' but the details would kill you. We plan on opening 'Williamson Wellness Center' by July 9th. This is the goal today. Please keep the questions coming.......many blessings. Wendy

Summer 2012

New life, new energy, new goals.......stay tuned. Never stay stagnant, and I am staying the course!!!

time spent with special people

No matter where I go, who I speak to, time spent with special people brings joy to my heart and my professional work never seems like work. Thank you so much to the wonderful people I have the opportunity and privilege to serve. Life is good.

life is good

Spring is near and the changing of the seasons is a welcome sight. I look forward to the next three-four months and all that the changes the seasons bring.

American Society of Fitness Professionals

ASFP will begin officially meeting this weekend. The future fitness professional in light of potential licensing and having a voice in our national capitol, will be accountable, reliable, document, and have the ability to justify all that is being done. As fitness professionals, it is our professional duty to uphold the profession and lead to the next century. May we all challenge our self to look to the future.

It has been a long time......my apologies. Shirley Sahrmann was the guest on a teleseminar tonight. An amazing Physical Therapist that has written a new book that was just released in November 2011. "Movement System Impairment Syndromes of the Extremities Cervical and Thoracic Spine" The following are a few quotes she stated:
1. Musculoskeletal pain is a lifestyle problem
2. Physical Therapists take care of movement system
3. Body takes the least resistance to motion (or movment)
4. The more spinal flexion the more you can rotate
5. Our role is when pain actually is gone.

I have so much to learn