Emerge West

09/03/2025

It happens in a split second.

And then time stands still.

Any parent knows that witnessing a kids sports injury, and then the recovery process that follows, can be excruciating but extremely encouraging and uplifting.

Here, Robyn L tells the story of her daughter Maggie.

From injury to incredible comeback, this one is awesome.

Robyn says,

“Maggie Mae started her year off not so hot needing not one but two massive surgeries on her knee after dislocating for a second time on the soccer field last October and wheeled off the field in an ambulance.

She had both surgeries at the same time Dec 30.

Due to the extent, it would be a 9-12 month recovery period.

She was devastated to say the least. Those that know her well know soccer ⚽️ is her life. Watching her these last 7 months sitting on the sideline only has been heartbreaking… 💔 but she worked her tail off.

And came back in S E V E N months!

Her care team was nothing short of amazing.

Dr. George Paletta —— her ortho absolute gem, brilliant, and just one of the most caring humans you will ever meet

Shanna — his PA same all the way around and related to Maggie over and over

Brian at Excel Therapy - has been her PT from day one. He pushed and pushed and cheered and cheered

Julie Smith at Emerge - her conditioning coach getting her post rehab back pushing and cheering her along

Maggie Mae ….. you are such an inspiration my dear and simply amazing. You deserve it all — the comeback is better than the setback and you proved that!”

Well done Maggie, mom, and everyone else who played a part in this remarkable recovery.

It’s your turn. Emerge.

07/28/2025

🚨 33.6 POUNDS STRONGER IN 10 DAYS...WITHOUT LIFTING A SINGLE WEIGHT! 🚨

My client, Phil Cox, a devoted father and astute professional, had been struggling with a disc and nerve issue for over a year. :(

Loss of strength.
Loss of fine motor control.
Even dropping things.

He'd tried a number of things but just couldn't seem to find a way to improve.

It took trust and a leap of faith on his part to give someone over a thousand miles away a chance to see if I could help remotely and I couldn't be happier he did. :)

In just 10 days of nervous system-first coaching together, here’s what happened:

>> Grip strength with elbow bent at 90°?
+19.9 lbs increase in max effort strength.

>> Grip strength with elbow extended at 180°?
+13.7 lbs improvement.

In comparison, these types of gains would normally take weeks using a strength training approach WITHOUT a nerve compression issue present.

Most people suffering disc and nerve issues find that strength gains are completely elusive and even painful to attempt.

That’s 33.6 pounds of strength reclaimed, not from “grinding” harder, but by taking the right approach.

No dumbbells.
No max reps.
Just a steady, safe, and skillful approach focused on:

✅ Creating safety for the nervous system
✅ Opening space around sensitive nerves
✅ Rebuilding trust between brain, body, and breath

You see, when your brain perceives a threat (especially to a nerve) it automatically limits your strength.

It's protective.

But when we restore safety and give the nervous system what it craves?

You get back potential you never really lost.

It was just locked away.

🎉 I’m so proud of Phil!

His trust, courage, and diligence are paying off.

If you’re reading this and thinking:

“That kind of change would be life-changing for me…”
..you might be right.

Message me, Coach Jeff Powell, directly: https://m.me/jeff.powell.3538

This might be the start of your strength returning, too.

07/26/2025

Nerve pain isn’t just pain, it’s a warning.

When a nerve root in your spine is compressed or crowded, the brain sees it as a threat.

That burning, zapping, or aching pain you feel?

That’s your nervous system doing its job: protecting you.

But here’s what most people don’t know:

Until your brain senses that the nerve is safe, it won’t turn the alarm off.

Stretching, strengthening, massage?

Sorry, none of that will work the way it should until the nerve gets a chance to breathe.

That’s where a nerve root opener comes in.

These gentle, precise postures and/or movements have been shown to increase the space around irritated nerve roots by up to 36%!

Not theory, just real imaging data.

That’s more freedom for the nerve, more blood flow, less sensitivity.

And often, relief begins right then.

Your brain shifts gears:

“Okay, the nerve is safer now. We can let go.”

And with that, pain starts to melt.

Strength builds. Confidence comes back.

No aggressive treatments.

No injections.

No guesswork.

Just skilled input that speaks directly to the nervous system.

If you’ve been fighting nerve pain (especially if you’ve tried “everything”), don’t give up.

This isn’t about pushing through.

It’s about helping your brain feel safe enough to unlock healing.

That’s when everything starts to change.

PS: If you’d like to learn how to harness this safe, simple, and surprisingly powerful skill for yourself, message me directly, https://m.me/jeff.powell.3538 .

I’ll point you toward something that could truly make a difference.

With care and concern for your success,
Coach Jeff Powell, MS, PES, CES+

07/19/2025

Staying fit and healthy with a busy household can be ALMOST impossible.

Time.

There is so little of it.

And, after soccer and meetings and school and homework...

There is almost NONE of it left for you.

At the same time, more than ever, your health and fitness are so important.

The good news?

Workouts don't have to be long, they just have to be efficient and effective.

Emerge coaches can design workouts based on your goals and your availability that can get you where you want to be.

It's amazing what can be achieved when you have a focused, goal-directed workout plan.

If you've been contemplating improving your fitness, but time is of the essence, have an Emerge coach be your guide.

Your story.
Our Guidance.
It's your turn.
Emerge.

Book a tour or consultation:

CALL or TEXT:
1-636-500-1093

EMAIL:
Info@emergefitnesstraining.com
Emergefitnesstraining.com

07/14/2025

“We’ve got a surprise end for you all today.”

Yep, didn’t see that one coming.

07/11/2025

Congrats Parker C!

She competed in Rhode Island at the USAG Nationals Gymnastics Competition on June 16th and 17th.

She placed 5th out of 48 girls in tumbling (Level 8, 13 and 14 years old).

She also placed 17th out of 59 girls also (Level 8, 13 and 14 years old).

It’s Parker’s turn. Emerge.

07/09/2025

18 years ago we opened our doors for the first time…

It was 9 days after Ang and I were married.

Opening those doors for the first time and walking in was the best honeymoon we could have imagined.

7am. July 9, 2007.

With a nervous gesture I invited my first client at Emerge to sit with me at one of our two desks.

The whole space was just 2400 square feet, the the desk was just a few feet from where our barbell rack sat.

We did some paperwork, then stepped to the right 10 feet to start the first workout ever in Emerge.

That was the beginning.

When Emerge turned 3, it grew.

Emerge clients trained in a space twice the size of the original for 5 years.

There was another growth spurt at 8, and again at 13, growing into its current space in St. Charles and adding a location in Wentzville.

So this morning I walked into Emerge for my 8:15 session. 18 years later.

50,000 sessions since that first one.

And I am so grateful for the time we’ve spent in our community with our neighbors and friends.

Hopefully making a difference.

Thank you.

Matt and Angie P.

07/08/2025

07/07/2025

We can show you the way to better health, performance, and happiness.

It’s your turn. Emerge.

Book now:

Call: 636-500-1093

Email: info@emergefitnesstraining.com

Online:
https://www.emergefitnesstraining.com/get-started/

07/04/2025

Happy 4th of July from all of us at Emerge!

07/02/2025

How long have you been jumping around with those 5lb. dumbbells?

That’s not strength training.

That’s inefficient cardio with light weights.

Getting strong requires challenging your body with progressively increasing weight.

Have an Emerge Coach add some true strength training to your workout routine.

We can show you the path to a stronger, healthier looking body.

Book a tour or consultation!

CALL or TEXT:
1-636-500-1093

EMAIL:
Info@emergefitnesstraining.com
Emergefitnesstraining.com

Your story.
Our Guidance.
It’s your turn.
Emerge.