Forest Coaching and Studios

Forest Coaching and Studios

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We believe that strength is a skill anyone can learn, bodies with nuance belong here, and your nervous system matters as much as your muscles.

Increase athletic potential,and create sense of deep connection to your body with classes and one-on-one sessions. We specialize in Strong First Hardstyle Kettlebells, Z Health and functional, playful movement for happy bodies and happy brains!

08/23/2026
08/20/2026

I teach my hypermobile community safe lifting, sustainable strength and body control.

Follow me and I'll show you *how* to address this issues in the next few posts.

Photos from Forest Coaching and Studios's post 08/12/2026

Chronic pain doesn’t just impact how you feel. It can shape how you move, what you avoid, and what you’ve learned to believe about your body.

So when those things start to change, it makes sense that there might be some resistance along the way.

Instead of judging that resistance, what happens when you get curious about it?

Follow Forest Coaching for more compassionate, honest conversations about chronic pain, movement, and getting stronger.

08/11/2026

Strength training can be very humbling if you are struggling with hypermobility. A lot of support we get may explain the why, and tell us what we need; but....we don't often get the HOW.

I do not believe that just because you're hypermobile you have to be stuck with only pilates, machines and meditation. I can teach you how to do cool s%^& too!

Follow Rooted Movement for approachable Strength that sees you as an athlete and a person and works with your body.

08/09/2026

These two items are worth *EVERY* penny.

Nodpods 🤝 Loop Earplugs

This isn’t a sponsored post, but as someone who has struggled with sleep for years, these two items have single-handedly helped me as a 40+ year old business owner and mom of two young ones.

If you’re someone else who can also hear a mouse sneeze when you sleep, I can’t recommend them enough.

And because we don’t gatekeep over here - if you’re a light sleeper, what tools or habits have supported you most? Let us know in the comments 👇🏼

Photos from Forest Coaching and Studios's post 08/08/2026

Kinda chic to rethink what getting stronger is supposed to look like. 💅

We believe strength is a skill, and learning it starts with honoring your body, your capacity, and what helps you feel more capable in your everyday life.

No punishment. No one-size-fits-all workouts. No requirement to already know what you’re doing.

A lot of fun, a good dose of play, and a strong balance of rest of and movement help too!

Which one of these did you need to hear today? 👇

08/05/2026

Should you work out when you’re exhausted? Try this first.

Before committing to your workout, spend five minutes warming up.

Try a few simple movements like ankle circles, hip circles, shoulder rolls, or standing cat-cows.

Then check in with yourself.

Do you feel more energized? Less tired? Does your body feel more ready to move?

Sometimes a gentle warm-up is all you need. Other times, it helps you recognize that your body is asking for recovery instead of another hard workout.

If you’ve been working harder without feeling stronger, this could be one of the missing pieces.

At Forest Coaching & Studios, we help people understand what their body needs instead of relying on guesswork. Whether you’re dealing with chronic pain, returning to exercise, or simply want to build strength in a way that feels sustainable, we’re here to help.

We offer free 30-minute coaching sessions in Madison, Lake Mills, or by phone. Come ask your questions and see if we’re the right fit - head to the bio link to schedule yours.

Photos from Forest Coaching and Studios's post 08/04/2026

Want to stay active for decades? It takes more than just lifting weights.

Here are five practices we encourage our clients to include:
✔️ Isometric holds for joint-friendly strength
✔️ Vestibular training for better balance
✔️ Eye exercises to improve coordination and movement confidence
✔️ Loaded carries for real-life strength
✔️ Single-leg training to build stability and reduce fall risk

Want to learn how to safely incorporate these into your workouts? Join us for Strong for Life, our 90-minute workshop designed for adults 50+ who want to stay active, independent, and strong for years to come.

📅 Saturday, August 9
⏰ 10:00–11:30 AM
📍 Forest Coaching & Studios, Madison, WI

Save your space here: https://www.forestcoachingandstudios.com/offers/pFo8FoRp/checkout

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555 W Washington Avenue
Madison, WI
53703

Opening Hours

Monday 5am - 8pm
Tuesday 5am - 8:30pm
Wednesday 5am - 8:30pm
Thursday 5am - 8:30pm
Friday 5am - 7:30pm
Saturday 8am - 12pm