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Meet the incredible instructors and motivators behind your new transformation.

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tamara

OWNER / INSTRUCTOR

I grew up in Cedar Rapids and was excited at the idea of moving back from Des Moines to open a Farrell's eXtreme Bodyshaping location. In June 2007 the Boyson Road location opened and we have since grown to a total of 5 locations in Eastern Iowa. Farrell’s is a program that has helped thousands of people and I’m proud to be a part of it. Our managers, coaches and instructors really set us apart. I can’t imagine a more rewarding way to spend my day!

Tamara Thomas

Owner / Instructor

Chris

MANAGER

My favorite part of being an instructor is seeing someone accomplish something that they didn't think they could do!

Chris Nims

Manager

Mandi

INSTRUCTOR

I started Farrell’s to lose some weight and get stronger. I also wanted to try something different (and a little scary) for myself. My favorite part of being an instructor is encouraging people do things they didn’t think they could, and watching their confidence grow!

Mandi Bitterman

Instructor

Penny

INSTRUCTOR

My favorite part of being an instructor is helping others get healthy and gain a new sense of confidence.

Penny Coppess

Instructor

Elyse

INSTRUCTOR

Elyse Robinson

Instructor

Jeff

INSTRUCTOR

I love getting people to push themselves beyond what they thought they could do. There's nothing more rewarding than seeing the self-doubt of someone in my classes turn into self-confidence.

Jeff Morrow

Instructor

Stephen

INSTRUCTOR

My favorite part of being an instructor is watching people transform. Not just physically but mentally as well.

Stephen Krzywicki

Instructor

Melissa

INSTRUCTOR

Melissa Mundell

Instructor

Amy

INSTRUCTOR

I started Farrell's to get some much needed "me" time. As a mom to 3 young kids, I don't get a lot of time to myself. I'm also self-employed so I don't have a true start and stop to my day. My favorite part of being an instructor: Challenging each person and motivating them to do it for themselves!

Amy Strasburger

Instructor

Dan

INSTRUCTOR

Joining was a decision that I made in the Fall after some bad results from a physical. I had let too many years slip by without taking care of my own health. By the end of the 10 weeks, I had lost 22 pounds and with $1000 I won took some of it for a years membership. I am so pleased with how FXB has improved my Life that I became part of the Team. I enjoy being a coach and instructor for Farrell’s because I hope I can motivate other people to have the same Life Changing Success.

Dan Ranshau

Instructor

Angie

INSTRUCTOR

I joined Farrell's to lose weight and become stronger. I love helping others reach their fitness goals. I push myself to my Level 10 during the whole class.

Angie Carver

Instructor

Cian

INSTRUCTOR

My favorite part of being an instructor is helping people toward their goals!

Cian O-Neill

Instructor

Mindy

INSTRUCTOR

Mindy Eliason

Instructor

Sean

INSTRUCTOR

I started Farrell's to get into shape, better my overall health, and workout with my sister. My favorite part of being an instructor: Being able to help push people to their health and fitness goals and watch them accomplish things they never thought they could.

Sean McCallum

Instructor

Kristina

INSTRUCTOR

Kristina Adams

Instructor

Dana

INSTRUCTOR

The reason I started Farrell's: Out of shape and bruised self esteem.
My favorite part of being an instructor:
Seeing individuals build esteem and overcome challenges. It is always motivating to me.

Tara Casey-Toll

Instructor

Deidre

INSTRUCTOR

My favorite part of being an instructor is motivating people to be their best!

Deidre Nims

Instructor

Sherie

INSTRUCTOR
I started Farrell's because I gained weight and I hated how I looked. I had no self confidence. A friend talked me into it 🙂 My favorite part of being an instructor is the smiles, sweat, high 5's and praise to each other during class. Watching the members grit through a tough class and coming back the next day for more, no matter how sore they are. The impact you make in people's lives and the relationships you see develop.

Sherie Silbaugh

Instructor

Eric

INSTRUCTOR

I started Farrell's because my wife made me do it! I enjoy motivating and helping people with their fitness. Seeing them succeed inspires me to be better every day.

Eric Silbaugh

Instructor

Michelle

INSTRUCTOR

Michelle Levendusky

Instructor

Michael

INSTRUCTOR

Michael Price

Instructor

Josh

INSTRUCTOR
I started Farrell's not too long after I lost my grandpa. I learned that I was close to the same weight he was before he got cancer. I knew I needed to make a life change. Also, I was getting sick and tired of being out of breath when I'd run up and down the sidelines while covering football games. My favorite part of being an instructor is helping people reach their goals and seeing everyone's smile after class. I know people tell me sarcastically they hate me, but I know they're telling me they loved the class.

Josh Christensen

Instructor

Shannon

INSTRUCTOR

I originally started Farrell's just to have some "me time". As a full time fifth grade teacher and mother of two, all my time was devoted to others and I stopped taking care of myself. My favorite part of being an instructor is inspiring others to be the best version of themselves.

Shannon Clark

Instructor

Lori

INSTRUCTOR

Lori Ruiz

Instructor

Tony

INSTRUCTOR

The reason I started Farrell's was to get back in shape and live a healthier lifestyle. My favorite part of being an instructor is being able to give back to the program that has given me so much.

Tony Linnabery

Instructor

Kelly

INSTRUCTOR

The reason I started Farrell's was I needed a group fitness class to push myself and hold me accountable! My favorite part of being an instructor is knowing that the people who show up to your class are there to better themselves, and those are the people you want to surround yourself with!

Kelly Brueck

Instructor

Chad

INSTRUCTOR

I joined Farrell's because my wife had done her 10 weeks and got great results, I wanted to do the same. My favorite part of being an instructor is motivating people to do more than they thought they could do

Chad Brueck

Instructor

Kyle

INSTRUCTOR

The reason I started Farrell's was to change up from lifting weights. My favorite part of being an instructor is knowing that I am on the mic helping others reach the goals they have set for themselves. Bringing what past instructors have brought me.

Kyle Kaiser

Instructor

Allison

INSTRUCTOR

Allison Hartwig

Instructor

Melissa

INSTRUCTOR

Melissa Helling

Instructor

Katie

INSTRUCTOR

Katie Schill

Instructor

Josh

INSTRUCTOR

Josh Appleby

Instructor

Jeff

INSTRUCTOR

Jeff Michels

Instructor

Jen

INSTRUCTOR

I love the look of surprise and pride that members have when they’ve accomplished something that they didn’t believe they could do.

Jen McMahon

Instructor

Wendy

INSTRUCTOR

I started Farrell's because I knew I wasn't being my best self. I especially wanted my children to see my hard work and be proud, leading by setting a positive example and healthy lifestyle. My favorite part of being an instructor is being able to make the workouts fun. The FXB workouts are tough, so I try to make it fun and exciting too!

Wendy Manning

Instructor

Shannon

INSTRUCTOR

Shannon Umbdenstock

Instructor

Matt

INSTRUCTOR

Matt Rollinger

Instructor

Aaron

INSTRUCTOR

Aaron Loan

Instructor

Derek

INSTRUCTOR

Derek Siddell

Instructor

David

INSTRUCTOR

David Bentow

Instructor

Cassie

INSTRUCTOR

Cassie Sirotak

Instructor

Jenna

INSTRUCTOR

Jenna Manternach​

Instructor

REAL LIFE RESULTS

Not only are our members trimming down and toning up, but many of them report increased energy and focus allowing them to excel in all areas of life! Don’t take our word for it. Scroll below to see their results for yourself.

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