We are happy to honor Bree Sanden as our February 2026 NSS Client of the Month! Bree Sanden has been part of the #NSSfamily for three and a half years, and her consistency, mindset, and effort make her an easy choice for our February 2026 Client of the Month. Bree has shown up with a great attitude and strong work ethic from day one. Her long-term consistency is obvious in how fit, strong, and well she moves, executing workouts with focus and precision. She has put in the ef

A new year on the calendar does not make you a better athlete. Growth won’t happen simply because the date changes or you make a big declaration about what you want. Progress begins when you raise your personal standard, hold yourself accountable to it every day, and commit to the habits that support your goals. Last year is already behind you. Your successes, setbacks, highlights, missed opportunities, and excuses are all part of your history now. What matters is what you ch

Being an athlete is hard. Being an athlete while your body is growing faster than your brain can keep up with? That’s a whole different challenge. If you’ve ever felt like your legs got longer overnight, your coordination disappeared, or the things that felt easy last season suddenly feel awkward ... you’re not alone. Growth spurts are a normal part of becoming a stronger, more powerful athlete. But they can also be frustrating, confusing, and even scary. Let’s talk about wha

Alexandria, MN (January 2026) – Noonan Sport Specialists (NSS) is excited to announce the addition of Sarah Patterson to their personal training team. Sarah’s longstanding interest in health, fitness, nutrition, and overall wellness led her to pursue a career in personal training in 2022. She brings a strong foundation in movement and biomechanics to her coaching, supported by a Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and an Associate of Appli

When athletes walk into the gym, the field, or the weight room, they usually think about right now . How do I get faster today? How do I perform well this week? How do I impress my coach at the next game? Training for the present matters, but it’s only half the picture. The best athletes, the ones who stay healthy, improve year after year, and eventually reach their highest potential, understand something different… They train for both  the athlete they are today and  the ath

The end of the year is one of the most powerful times for athletes. School slows down, sports take breaks or shift seasons, and there’s finally space to breathe, reflect, and reset. Instead of waiting for January to “start fresh,” athletes can use this time to look back on their progress and set a strong foundation for the new year. Here are 10 important questions every athlete should ask themselves before January . Questions that help them grow, take ownership, and step conf

We are happy to honor Katie Stumvoll as our January 2026 NSS Client of the Month! Katie has been part of the #NSSfamily for two years now, and she perfectly captures what a standout work ethic looks like. That's just one of the many reasons we're so excited to recognize Katie Stumvoll as our January Client of the Month. Right from the start, Katie has arrived with an upbeat attitude and a clear drive to get better. Her steady commitment to training has brought real, positive

We are happy to honor Mark & Stacey Law as our December 2025 NSS Clients of the Month! The #NSSfamily uses fitness as a catalyst to positively impact lives, and Mark and Stacey Law are a perfect example of that mission in action. Their consistency, kindness, and tenacious commitment have made a lasting impact on every aspect of NSS. From the moment they joined NSS, Mark and Stacey have shown up with open minds and a willingness to do the work, embracing the coach-athlete rel

Bad performances used to feel like the end of the world to me. I’d replay every mistake, compare myself to everyone else, and wonder if I was even good anymore. But the more I’ve grown as an athlete, the more I’ve realized something important:  One bad day doesn’t erase all my progress. Here’s what I’m learning to do when things don’t go the way I hoped and what actually helps me reset with confidence. 1. I Admit It Wasn’t My Best. Without Letting It Control My Confidence It’

Alexandria, MN (December 2025) – Noonan Sport Specialists (NSS) is excited to announce the addition of Troy Tiesenga to their personal training team. Troy is currently pursuing his NASM Certified Personal Trainer credential and NASM Nutrition Certification. He brings a strong foundation in anatomy, health, and movement from his early academic studies. Troy’s deep passion for helping people feel stronger, move better, and build long-term healthy habits makes him an excellent