United Movement

We are pleased to welcome Fausto Kruger de Mattos to our Ames Pilates and United Movement team!

Originally from Brazil, Fausto relocated to Ames in 2024 and brings over 20 years of experience in the health and fitness field. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Physical Education and earned his Pilates certification through Physio Pilates in 2012.

His approach is grounded in precision, control, and intentional movement—helping clients improve alignment, stability, and overall performance. With a background in Pilates, personal training, and competitive swimming, Fausto works effectively with a wide range of clients and goals.

A lifelong swimmer, he continues to train with the Ames Masters team. Outside the studio, he enjoys an active lifestyle with his wife and their Border Collie, Serena.

Fausto’s Pilates schedule is now open. He is offering private, duet, and small group sessions. To book, please contact through link in bio or stop by the front desk at United Movement.

Our personal trainer Anthony is bringing the heat every Friday with his Foundational Group Exercise Classes!!!

Times:
4:00-5:00pm
5:00-6:00pm

Whether you’re just getting started or wanting to lock in on your basics, this class is about building strength, improving movement, and creating a solid foundation the right way.

Use this link to sign up for just 25 dollars a person!!!

https://teamchiro.janeapp.com/locations/united-movement-personal-training/book #/staff_member/24/treatment/62

Rachael officially wrapped up her internship with us at United Movement, and we want to recognize the work she’s put in over the past several months.

She showed up ready to learn, asked great questions, and steadily built the clinical skills and confidence it takes to serve patients well.

Rachael, we appreciate the time, effort, and energy you invested here. We’re excited to see where your career takes you next!

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from United Movement!! 🎄

Holiday update from United Movement 🎄💪 Check our holiday schedule to plan ahead for Christmas and New Years!

Your biggest barrier to exercise isn’t always your body, it could be your mind.

We’re excited to launch Mind in Motion, our new motivational interviewing service led by our health coach, Karlee.

Karlee is certified and experienced in motivational interviewing, a guided conversation style that helps you:

break through mental and emotional barriers

shift your mindset around change

build habits you can actually stick with

You might recognize Karlee from our front office. What sets her apart is her ability to listen deeply, ask the right questions, and create a safe space where you can be honest about what’s really holding you back.

Whether you’re struggling to start, stuck in the middle, or tired of falling back into old patterns, Mind in Motion is designed to help you find a path forward that feels realistic and sustainable. Real movement starts in the mind, then the body follows.

Ready to make a change?

Call 515-207-0172 to schedule a Mind in Motion session with Karlee.

Please help us welcome Anthony Guerra to our personal training team! Anthony is a certified strength and conditioning coach and a junior at Iowa State University studying Kinesiology and Health with a Pre-Physical Therapy focus. He brings experience training NFL and Division I athletes from his summers at the Seattle Sports Institute. Anthony offers personal training sessions on weekday afternoons/evenings and Saturday mornings and is ready to take on new clients, especially with the New Year right around the corner.

To schedule with Anthony, call 515-207-0172 💪

Two weeks ago, Dr. Megan Burt received Iowa State University’s Outstanding Young Professional Award from the College of Health and Human Sciences — a well-deserved recognition for her leadership and impact in the rehab and performance community of Ames.

As the owner of Ames Performance Physical Therapy, Megan has built her practice to be an integral part of United Movement, helping bridge the gap between rehabilitation and performance for countless individuals.

We’re so proud to have her as part of our team — her dedication, expertise, and passion for helping others move better inspires us all every day.

If you see Megan around the clinic, make sure to congratulate her on this incredible achievement!🏆

The holidays are coming up, but movement doesn’t stop!🏃‍♂️Check out our modified holiday hours for the month of November!🍁