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Why Rebel Wellness hits different Trauma is not a buzzword here.It is not a checkbox on a continuing education certificate.It is not a marketing angle. At Rebel Wellness , trauma is lived, understood, and respected at a cellular level. And that changes everything. Trauma lives in the body, not just the story You can talk about trauma for years and still feel it gripping your jaw, locking your hips, or stealing your breath at night. Trauma shows up as chronic tension, fatigu

You’re tired of the same old wellness advice. You want something real. Something that digs deep. Something that honors your story, your body, your mind. I get it. Wellness isn’t one-size-fits-all. It’s a sacred journey. A rebellion against cookie-cutter health norms. This is where modern wellness coaching steps in. It’s raw. It’s honest. It’s transformative. Why Modern Wellness Coaching Matters Wellness today feels overwhelming. So many voices. So many quick fixes. But true h

You feel stuck. Tired. Overwhelmed. The usual advice? Eat better. Move more. Sleep well. But it never hits the core. It never reaches you . That’s where holistic wellness coaching steps in. It’s raw. It’s real. It’s rebellion against cookie-cutter health plans. It’s about you , your body, your mind, your spirit. This is not fluff. This is sacred work. A journey to reclaim your power. To heal wounds you didn’t know you carried. To move beyond survival and into thriving. Why Ho

Post-retrograde is your reality check. Patterns won’t break themselves. Only you can decide when enough is enough. Time to rise.

You deserve more than surface-level care. You crave depth. Healing that reaches beneath the skin. I know this because I’ve been there—searching for relief, for restoration, for a way to reclaim my body and spirit. Advanced massage techniques offer that path. They are not just treatments. They are invitations to reconnect with your inner wisdom and strength. Let me take you on a journey through these powerful methods. You’ll discover how they can transform your wellness, espec

Understanding Fascia and Its Role in Wellness As bodyworkers, we lay our hands on a system far more aware than most people realize. Fascia is a living archive. It’s a responsive web that absorbs the echoes of every flinch, every held breath, and every moment the nervous system couldn’t process. We meet these imprints every day. We sense where tissue thickened in a split second of fear. We feel the hollow places where breath froze during heartbreak. We notice the heavy, conden

You want change. Real change. Not the cookie-cutter plans that leave you drained and frustrated. You want a fitness journey that honors your body, your story, your rhythm. You want a customized fitness program that fits you like a second skin. This is your moment. Your rebellion against one-size-fits-all wellness. Let’s build something sacred. Something raw. Something that moves you forward with grit and grace. Why a Customized Fitness Program Matters Generic workouts don’t

If you’ve been waking up tired, tight, emotional, or feeling like your nervous system is doing the cha-cha with no music, you’re not alone. A lot of people have been walking into my studio saying the same thing. Neck pain for no reason. Sleep that feels like you didn’t even lay down. Dreams that feel too real. Anxiety that doesn’t match the day. A body that feels electric, buzzy, or just “off.” Here’s the truth that no one talks about enough. Your body is reacting to geomagne

You deserve more than cookie-cutter advice. Your body, mind, and spirit crave a unique path. One that honors your story, your struggles, your triumphs. I know this because I’ve walked that path myself. Wellness is not a one-size-fits-all. It’s a sacred, rebellious act of reclaiming your power. Today, I’ll share how personalized wellness strategies can transform your life. No fluff. Just raw, honest guidance. Why Personalized Wellness Strategies Matter Generic advice often mis

When I chose the name Rebel Wellness, I knew it would turn heads. Some hear the word rebel and think of troublemakers or criminals. That is not what this name stands for. Rebel Wellness is about courage. It is about questioning the old rules that kept us silent and broken. It is about reclaiming our bodies and our healing. This name came out of my own journey. Years ago, I worked inside the correctional system as a corrections officer. That world taught me how power can be ab

The Truth About Building a Massage Practice in Iowa People love to say, “You’ve got it made. Your books are full. It must be easier for you.” Let me stop you right there. Building a solo massage practice in Iowa is anything but easy. It’s one of the hardest, most humbling, most character-building things I’ve ever done. Everyone thinks Iowa means small towns and loyal clients. That people here are friendly, supportive, and that word-of-mouth will carry you straight to success.

Cozy, High Protein and Naturally Sweetened Nutrition (per muffin, makes 6): Approx. 170 kcal | 10g protein | 9g fat | 5g net carbs ✅ Gluten free ✅ Refined sugar free Ingredients 1/2 cup cottage cheese 1/2 cup canned pumpkin purée 2 large eggs 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey 1 tsp vanilla extract 3/4 cup almond flour 1/4 cup oat flour (or more almond flour for lower carbs) 1 scoop unflavored or vanilla protein powder (optional for extra protein) 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice 1/2 tsp ci

Discover what trauma massage truly is and why it’s more than just deep tissue or fascia work. Learn how trauma massage supports the nervous system, emotional safety, and lasting healing at Rebel Wellness in Valley Junction, West Des Moines. Every massage therapist works with muscles and fascia. Some use intuition. Others focus on relaxation or technique. But trauma massage? That’s a different conversation. Trauma massage isn’t about fixing or releasing someone’s pain. It’s ab

When Your Nervous System Feels Like a Rebel Understanding POTS and How Massage Can Help You Reclaim Balance At Rebel Wellness, we believe healing is a sacred rebellion. When your body starts to whisper or shout that something feels off, it is not betraying you. It is trying to communicate. Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome, also known as POTS, is one of those conditions where the body’s signals can feel confusing, unpredictable, and exhausting. Let’s talk about what P

You feel it. The ache beneath the surface. The restless mind. The body that no longer listens. You want more than quick fixes. You crave a real, raw transformation. This is where holistic wellness coaching steps in. It’s not about band-aids. It’s about breaking chains. Reclaiming your power. Healing from the inside out. The Heart of Your Holistic Wellness Coaching Guide Wellness is not a checklist. It’s a living, breathing journey. One that honors every part of you - body, mi

The Truth They Don’t Tell You About “Wellness” I’ve seen it. I’ve lived it. When I was a W2 employee, I was bringing in nearly $3,800 a week in services. But my paycheck? Averaged around $800. Managers earning bonuses for hitting spa/salon goals. I was the one praised for my productivity. Top in retail sales. High booking rates. But in reality, I only made $15 an hour, $1 from every $100 retail sale, and 20% commission per session. Some places were better. Some were worse. Th

You crave relief. You seek calm. You want to feel alive in your skin again. Massage is not just a luxury. It’s a lifeline. A sacred ritual that reconnects you to your body’s wisdom. I know this because I’ve been there - tangled in tension, desperate for release. Today, I share with you the raw power of touch. The art of healing through massage methods for relaxation that honor your whole self. The Power of Massage Methods for Relaxation Massage is more than muscle manipulatio

The Hidden Cost of Low-Cost Massage and the Truth About Labor Trafficking in the Wellness Industry You’ve seen it before.The “$30 massage” sign.The walk-in special.The chain spa with deals that sound too good to be true. It looks like self-care.But sometimes, behind that price tag, there’s a cost you’ll never see. Across the United States, and right here in Iowa, labor trafficking and exploitation quietly hide behind words like “wellness,” “relaxation,” and “spa special.” Wor

You want change. Real change. Not the cookie-cutter plans that leave you drained and defeated. You want a fitness journey that listens to your body, your mind, your soul. A program that feels like yours —raw, sacred, and rebellious. This is about reclaiming your power. About breaking free from the noise and stepping into your own rhythm. Let’s get real. Your body is not a machine. It’s a living, breathing story. It carries trauma, wisdom, and strength. Your fitness plan shoul

You want change. Real change. Not the fluff that fades by next week. You want to reclaim your body, your mind, your spirit. You want to...