West Des Moines is a terrific city for nature lovers to call home, and Sun Prairie apartments are close to some of the best scenic trails in West Des Moines.  There are 35 miles of trails for bikers and hikers winding through West Des Moines connecting to other metro trails, and there is even access to the trails in some neighborhoods in the city. Some... [Read more...]

These crisp fall days seem to give kids so much energy!  It's the perfect time to get out and enjoy some time with friends at the roller skating rink and a healthy way to burn off a little of that boundless bounce that seems to fill the kids at this time of year.  There are some incredibly fun skating rinks in Des Moines and right here in West Des Moines and... [Read more...]

Lifetime Dental Partners will be partnering with Dentistry From the Heart to offer a free dental work for local Des Moines residents on Friday, September 30th.  The program, designed to assist those who need care but can't afford it, will offer three procedures that day routine cleanings, fillings, and extractions.  The program is expected to serve eighty local... [Read more...]

With school starting on August 24, it's a great time to think about the impact of good eyecare on learning.  August is Children's Vision and Learning Awareness Month.  Good vision helps little children learn things like motor skills and coordination, colors, letters, and shapes.  Later on, good vision is important for children to be able to read print and... [Read more...]

Getting out and being active is something we all try to do.  Outdoor hobbies that get us moving are fun and healthy and good for us.  But sometimes the weather doesn't cooperate.  When it is too hot to enjoy walking around the amusement park, or too rainy to go water skiing or fishing, you can always stop by the fitness center at Sun Prairie of course, or... [Read more...]

It’s not easy to get out of bed on a Sunday morning, especially after a long Saturday night. But it may be beneficial for both your body and mind to find your way to the north lawn of the West Des Moines City Hall at 9 a.m. A free yoga class is given weekly by volunteer instructors from the surrounding area less than four miles from Sun Prairie east... [Read more...]

Cherries are packed with anti-inflammatory properties and contain antioxidants which are thought to help protect you against chronic diseases linked to aging. No, cherries isn’t the elixir of youth or the main ingredient in the Fountain of Life, but the fleshy stone fruit is currently in season and available at the Downtown Farmers’ Market in the Historic... [Read more...]

Hopefully by now, you’ve taken advantage of free membership at Snap Fitness, just 10 minutes from your front door down County Line to Bridgewood Boulevard past Jordan Creek Town Center. One of the benefits of that membership is a free personal training session with a professional trainer who can point you in the right direction towards your fitness goals.... [Read more...]

It is always good news to hear that the death rate of a disease is decreasing. One day the celebration can be that there are not any deaths from that disease. Right now, the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons are asking that you “Get your rear in gear” and participate in a 5k marathon. This marathon raises awareness about colon cancer. It... [Read more...]

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