Faces of Waukee: Mercy Doctors

September 12, 2018 by admin

Sarah Jackson, M.D.

Christopher A Etscheidt, MD

Tell us a little about your families.

SJ: I have a little family of four—me, my husband Eric and our two girls, Sigrid and Iselin. Sigrid is our spunky, spirited three-year-old, and Iselin is (so far) our laid-back three-month-old. We enjoy taking the girls to parks, the science center and the zoo.

CE: I live with my wife and eight-month-old daughter. I grew up in Eastern Iowa and my wife grew up in Ames. We love to spend time with each other and our families. I’ve lived in Iowa my whole life and did all of my medical school and residency training at the University of Iowa. I’ve been at the Waukee Pediatric clinic for two years now.

What made you want to become a doctor?

SJ: I initially went to college with no plans for med school. I got to my senior year and wanted a job where I could help people. I’ve always loved working with kids, and I’m very interested in people’s stories, which is what I think has helped bridge my theater major with my job as a doctor.

CE: I knew I wanted to become a pediatrician after my third year medical school rotation in pediatrics. I am kind of a kid at heart, so pediatrics fits perfectly with my personality. It allows me to have fun at my job every day.

What do you like most about helping patients in the Waukee community?

SJ: I love living in the community I serve. We live in Urbandale, but very close to Waukee. I like seeing familiar faces when we are out and about doing things.

CE: The thing I like most about helping patients in Waukee is that my patients and their families are people just like me. Iowans share a common bond and the Waukee community showcases that. Being able to relate to and understand my patients helps me take better care of them.

What advice might you have for parents wanting to teach their children about preventing illness?

SJ: The best way to prevent illness is to wash your hands. Teaching kids to cover their cough early on is a great skill too. And I’m never without some hand sanitizer in my bag!

CE: I would tell them the best way to avoid any illness is prevention. Whether it’s exercising every day, eating more vegetables or washing our hands, I would tell parents to display good behavior for their kids. Make prevention part of your daily routines. Starting early and making prevention part of your child’s life will allow them to develop strategies and good behaviors that they can take with them for the rest of their lives.

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Waukee Ten & 5K

September 11, 2018 by admin

By Kellyn Pappas

Historically, most of the more well-known races in the metro area have taken place in and around downtown Des Moines. However, Waukee is now home to its own race event—the Waukee Ten. This will be the second year for the event, which is scheduled for Sept. 15.

“Waukee is an amazing community that’s growing rapidly and is home to many people that participate in running events throughout the year,” said Pasha Korsakov of Just Go Faster, which produces the Waukee Ten. “We wanted all runners from the western suburbs and surrounding areas to have a chance to race closer to home.”

Korsakov also pointed out that this time of year, many area runners are gearing up for the Des Moines Marathon and Half Marathon in October. The Waukee Ten, as a double-digit distance race, serves as a great training race for those events.

Given that many people use the Waukee Ten as a barometer for their training for longer distances, it’s an added bonus that the course is certified by USA Track and Field (USATF). According to Korsakov, a USATF-certified course is most important for runners who are aiming to qualify for events that require a specific caliber of result from an official distance race (in other words, running a certain distance at or under a certain time). However, a certified course is also great for those who want to compare themselves to others’ times at that distance.

Certification is done via official measurement by a USATF-approved certifier. Those measurements are used to mark the course and place mile markers for race day.

According to Korsakov, not much is changing from last year’s inaugural Waukee Ten. Runners can tackle the ten-mile race or elect to do the 5K (3.1 miles) instead. Both groups of runners will share part of the course, which traverses the historic Waukee Triangle. The ten-mile runners will be treated to a scenic tour of Waukee as they travel through the rest of the course, winding along trails, back roads and growing neighborhoods. All runners will finish their races where they started—on the track inside Waukee Stadium.

Runners will be well-supported with seven water stations along the course. Three of those will serve Gatorade, one will have gels and four locations will have restrooms.

This year’s Waukee Ten is scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 15, beginning at 7:00 AM. (The 5K begins one hour later at 8:00 AM.) There’s still time to register—visit www.waukeeten.com for details. Fees begin at $40 through Aug. 21 for the 5K and $55 through the same date for the ten-mile race. Fees for both will increase by $5 beginning Aug. 22.

Participants can look forward to a great post-race experience as well, which will feature music, games, snacks, drinks and the CrossFit FlyOver podium.

Approximately 400 people registered last year, and organizers are hoping for over 500 this year. “We’re looking forward to another great event,” said Korsakov. “We hope even more people from Waukee and surrounding communities join us to continue growing the tradition and conquering the distance!”

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Faces Of Waukee: Dr. Chris Zimmerman

May 8, 2017 by admin

Where are you from?

I’m originally from Sac City, a small town in Northwest Iowa.

How did you come to choose your career?

For as long as I can remember, my family used chiropractic care as a means to stay active and healthy. From a very young age, I knew I wanted to help others do the same, and to be able to help them do so in a natural manner still excites me.

How do you express the need for chiropractic care to an asymptomatic person?

Pain is the last symptom to appear in most diseases, including those of the spine and nervous system. Going to the dentist after you have pain is like going to the chiropractor after you have pain— you waited too long. The nerves associated with the spine govern nearly every process in the body, so by preventing spinal problems, you can prevent an endless list of other diseases and problems.

Your practice has recently added cryotherapy to your services, which is still very new to Iowa. Tell us about that.

Whole body cryotherapy is a process in which we expose a person to extreme cold for up to three minutes, which causes a shift in their body chemistry and nervous system. The cold stimulus decreases inflammation (the root cause of virtually every human disease and pain), boosts metabolism, enhances the healing process, burns calories and fat, increases norepinephrine (which is shown to improve mental well-being), and, over time, tightens skin. After serving over 2,000 clients, we are very happy with the results we’ve seen, and it’s a much more comfortable alternative to a 20-minute ice bath.

In this issue, we talk about the game of golf. Care to share how a visit to Zimmerman Chiropractic can help improve a person’s golf game?

Your score will improve! I’ve been in practice for over 13 years and my patients who golf tell me that the number one reason they come in for chiropractic care is because it improves their swing and helps them play better golf. I try to go into the science and biomechanics of it, but they usually care only about one thing—their score.

2016 Waukee Fitness Club Guide

January 11, 2016 by admin

You’re not alone if your 2016 resolution includes hitting a local gym more often or finding your way to a healthier life style.

Now the big question, “How do I find the ‘perfect’ gym for my workout goals?” Luckily, we have compiled a list of the top Waukee gyms to get you moving just a little bit faster!

Waukee YMCA

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Address: 210 N Warrior Ln, Waukee, IA 50263
Phone: 515-987-9996
Hours: Weekdays: 4:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Saturday: 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Sunday: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Cost: Family rates range from $57 to $79 per month; Individual rates range from $42 to $56 per month
Childcare: Free with family membership; 6 weeks to 8 years old

The YMCA is a fantastic place for families with kids of all ages! As a nonprofit organization, the Y is focused on building the community and youth development. Whether you are looking for fitness classes or activities for the kids, the Y has just about everything you could want!

It is a great balance between high intensity workouts, including Bootcamp to Spinning, and low impact exercise, like Yoga or Tai Chi.

Koko FitClub

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Address: 9350 University Ave, Suite 122, West Des Moines, IA 50266
Phone: 515-987-4322
Hours: Open 24/7 for members; Staffed hours M-F from 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.; M-Th 4:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.; Saturdays 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.; Sundays By Appointment
Cost: 30 days for $30 promotion going on now
Childcare: No

Koko FitClub is a digital gym with short, efficient workouts tailored to meet your specific needs and goals.

If you are looking for quick workouts, these 45 minutes training sessions are just for you. Your results are tracked digitally so you can stay up-to-date on your progress. With your membership you have access to guided strength and cardio programs as well as meal plans.

Farrell’s

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Address: 215 N. Warrior Lane, Waukee, IA 50263
Phone: 515-978-3000
Hours: Monday 5 a.m.-7 a.m., 9 a.m.-8 p.m.; Tuesday 5 a.m.-11 a.m., 2 p.m.-8 p.m.; Wednesday 5 a.m.-6 a.m., 9 a.m.-8 p.m.; Thursday 5 a.m.-10 a.m., 2-8 p.m.; Friday 5-7 a.m., 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Saturday 7 a.m.-12 p.m.
Cost: Contact For Pricing
Childcare: No

Farrell’s is a 10-week program that combines cardio, strength training and healthy eating habits to achieve extreme results.

If you have set high fitness goals this year, then Farrell’s might just be the solution for you, in 45 minute workouts, six days a week.

Anytime Fitness

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Address: 790 Alice’s Rd., Waukee, IA 50263
Phone: 515-987-6543
Hours: Open 24/7
Cost: Inquire about pricing; 7 day free trial available
Childcare: No

If your schedule prevents you from getting to the gym, then this is the fitness solution for you. Anytime Fitness is literally open 24/7 for it’s members leaving little excuse not to get to the gym.

With a full selection of cardio and strength equipment, you will find just what you are looking for in a gym! Membership even includes free tanning and weight loss programs.

Elite Edge

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Address: 495 Southeast Alice’s Road, Waukee, IA 50263
Phone: 515-987-8100
Hours: Bootcamp offered M-F 4 a.m. – 7 p.m.; Sat 9 a.m. and 10 a.m.
Cost: Call For Pricing
Childcare: No

If you are looking for a program that gets results with more guidance, then this gym is likely the perfect fit for you. With a personal training group of no more than 4 people, you work closely with a trainer on achieving your fitness goals.

These Bootcamp style classes offer high-intensity workouts including cardio, strength training and toning.

Lifetime Fitness

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Address: 11911 Hickman Road, Urbandale, IA 50323
Phone: 515-362-3500
Hours: Open 24/7
Cost: Visit website to request pricing; Includes 14 day money back guarantee
Childcare: Yes with membership

Truly your one-stop health and fitness solution, Lifetime Fitness has everything from robust exercise equipment, a spa, child center and swimming pool.

Whether you are trying to get into shape, looking for a healthier lifestyle or simply wanting to get your kids involved in activities, Lifetime Fitness is more than just a gym.

Aspen Athletic Club

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Address: See locations
Phone: 888-994-3834
Hours: M-Th 5 a.m. – 10:30 p.m.; F 5 a.m. – 9 p.m.; Saturday/Sunday 7:15 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Cost: Current offer is $9.95 to $24.95 per month
Childcare: Yes

Aspen Athletic Club offers 5 different locations across the Des Moines area, giving you the flexibility to workout close to home or work.

From group fitness classes to massage, Aspen gives you the variety you need to meet your fitness goals and maintain a healthy lifestyle all year long.