Norwalk

Sam grew up in Waukee, Iowa and has always loved sports, exercise and staying active. While growing up in Waukee, he loved playing football and running track. He graduated from the University of Iowa with a Sport and Recreation Management degree and got an extra certification in Interscholastic Athletics/Activities Administration. Sam is also a NASM certified personal trainer. He is excited to join the Anytime Fitness team to build relationships, help others reach their goals and spread his love for healthy living.

Cole grew up in Indianola, IA. He graduated from Simpson College with a BA in Sports Communication and before that received his Liberal Arts AA degree from DMACC. Before joining Anytime Fitness, he worked at the Indianola YMCA and Christian Opportunity Center. Both jobs have facilitated his growth as an individual and helped him learn how to connect with humans on a deeper level. Outside of his job experience, he started a podcast, "Nurture the Mind" and a YouTube channel, "Cole Poots". Both avenues allowed Cole to have conversations with interesting people and create content that he thought could help all of us succeed in life. What Cole is most excited about with joining the Anytime Fitness crew is establishing connections with members, helping them reach their goals, and pushing them to reach their fullest potential.

Jen Kownacki grew up in Norwalk and graduated in 1991. She attended the University of Iowa and graduated in 1994 with her Bachelor’s of Arts in Political Science. Jen has been a member with us since 2006 and joined our team in January 2014. She is excited to share her passion for running and fitness with our members and the community.

Alexis is from West Des Moines, IA, and she graduated with her Associate’s Degree of Psychology from Kaplan University in 2016. Alexis has gained experience in health and fitness through her own weight-loss journey, podcasts, and by taking classes at Arizona State University Online. In her free time, she enjoys poetry, journaling, personal growth pursuits, as well as running and training for 5Ks around the Des Moines area. Alexis is excited to meet new and established club members alike and hopes to have a positive impact on others’ physical and mental health.

Dani grew up in West Des Moines and was always pretty active and was involved in Tae Kwon Do and basketball. In college, she stayed active with judo and rugby, and graduated from Iowa State University in 2017 with a degree in Kinesiology - Exercise Science. Throughout her life, she has always had an interest in how the body moves and how it can improve. Dani is a NASM certified personal trainer, and is excited to put that knowledge to use to help our members make healthy happen.

Joe opened the very first Anytime Fitness in the state of Iowa in Norwalk in June 2005 and now is also a Co-Owner in Grimes. He and his wife and two boys reside in West Des Moines. We are absolutely excited and blessed to be a part of great communities where we can help make healthy happen. Our team is ready to share our passion for healthy living and we look forward to the opportunity to help you make healthy happen this year. Call us today and see why so many in the community have chosen Anytime Fitness as part of their healthy way of living. Thank you for your support and patronage!