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Your success is our success. At Kokoro, our mission is to get you to your goals safely and efficiently all while having fun!
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Why Kokoro Works
The workouts at Kokoro Health and Fitness engage your entire body, keeping your metabolism burning, and your heart rate pumping. We achieve this with carefully designed programming incorporating high-intensity and strength-building circuits paired with timed active rest periods.
High-intensity circuit training has proven to not only burn more calories during the workout but to continue the calorie burn for 12-24 hours after the workout. This “after burn” is called excess post-exercise oxygen consumption. Don’t believe me? Check out this link. Studies have shown that strength-building resistance training provides more caloric post-exercise oxygen consumption than aerobic activities. As a whole, physical activity has also been shown to attribute more benefits to brain health as opposed to brain-stimulating activities like reading.
Likewise, controlling the heart rate with timed active rest periods between rounds allows for maximum results.
Joining Kokoro encourages consistency. With attendance tracking, optional text message or email reminders, and scheduled classes we will be your accountabilibuddy promoting consistency. Participating in physical activity constantly will lead to a range of benefits including:
IMPROVED
Body Composition
Energy Levels
Metabolic Function
Sleep
Mood
DECREASED
Body Fat
Stress
Depression
Injury
Risk of Disease
Professional Programming
Programming is designed by certified fitness professionals to keep your body challenged and achieving results.
Functional Training
Functional training is a form of strength training that prepares your muscles for hobbies, sports, and everyday life.
Intensity
Keeping your heart rate up and rest periods short, you get a bigger burn in a shorter amount of time.
All Skill Levels Welcome
Your workout is scalable to your needs and fitness level in a positive and uplifting environment.
What To Expect In A Session
What To Bring With You
At Kokoro, everything is taken care of for you. You do not need to bring any equipment, special uniforms, or a loaded gym bag. Everything you need is already at the studio. All you need is appropriate fitness attire, comfortable athletic shoes, a water bottle, and a positive attitude. To promote a healthy mind and spirit, any negative self-talk will be reframed into a positive message.
The Warm Up
Every session starts with a full-body foam roll and dynamic movements. Foam rolling is a self-myofascial release technique. Releasing myofascial before exercise can improve performance, relieve muscle tightness, reduce inflammation, and increase your range of motion. Dynamic movements are a series of movements performed aimed to prepare the body for activity by increasing blood flow, increasing functional mobility, and maximizing flexibility.
Time: ~10 minutes
The Workout
The Kokoro methodology combines circuit training, high-intensity interval training (HIIT), strength training, and functional fitness. The variation of our workout programming and the wide variety of equipment used keeps the workouts fresh, fun, and challenging.
A full-body Kokoro workout generally consists of Push – Pull – Legs – Core – Cardio. We have 6 stations that are carefully selected to provide you with maximum benefits. Completing all 6 stations = 1 round and classes generally complete 4-5 rounds. Each round ends with a 90 – 120 second active rest period.
Every workout is unique. You may do the same movement at a station to build consistency and develop the targeted muscle but you will never do the same workout twice.
Time: ~30 minutes
Cool Down And Recovery
Safety and injury prevention is of utmost importance. Just as each session starts with foam rolling, each session ends with foam rolling. Foam rolling as a cool-down can decrease delayed-onset muscle soreness, enhance the circulation of oxygenated blood to muscles, and reduce inflammation around muscles and joints. Then we move on to cool-down stretching. Post-workout stretching helps bring your body, including heart rate, blood pressure, and temperature, back into homeostasis. Stretching also lowers your chance of injury, promotes rejuvenating blood flow, and reduces overall stress. Lastly, individual ailments get addressed so you can recover faster and feel your best.
Time: ~10 minutes
What To Expect After Your Workout
Our goal is to send you off feeling better than when you arrived. You will probably be a little sore after your first session especially if you have not engaged certain muscles in a while. We recommend daily foam rolling for optimal recovery.
We recognize that your diet and lifestyle are just as important as exercise for achieving results. Remember, Kokoro means mind, body, and spirit. That’s why we provide online resources, in-class tips, motivational pep talks, and are available to answer any questions you may have.
We understand sometimes life gets in the way but we also know that consistency is a major factor in achieving your health and fitness goals. If accountability is your thing, you can opt-in for reminders and follow-ups and we will personally reach out to you, keeping you on track to reach your goals! At Kokoro, you are not alone and we look forward to helping you achieve all your health and fitness goals!
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Success Stories
Beth
I love Kokoro! Jo and Mindy have changed my life. The workouts are fun as well as challenging. I have seen such a difference in my bodies ability and in my appearance. The Mind, Body, Spirit connection is so important and they have taught me so much about myself. I’m becoming the person I was meant to be and I’m loving the whole journey.
Jan
Josiah is very knowledgeable, professional, and ENCOURAGING. He has a great way of motivating and pushing me to the next level, while kindly holding me accountable. He coaches me through my fitness journey and I certainly feel the results. The best decision I made was to work with Josiah. Highly recommend!
John
I was injured and unable to do much physical activity for some time. I wanted to get back in shape and, fortunately, met Josiah. Let me tell you that I feel like I’m getting back to prime shape now after a few weeks of training. My training is tailored to my fitness goals and Josiah does a great job of pushing me to the next level. He explains the exercises and also offers advice on things to do post-/pre- workout to help you be ready for the next workout. He’s honest and he will tell you like it is, but he’s kind and pushes you to help you achieve your fitness goals. If you show up, put in the effort, and listen to his advice, you will see and feel results. Remember: hydrate!
Mercedes
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Sharay MchenryFebruary 1, 2024.Definitely love it here!! The atmosphere was amazing it’s clean and it’s not too overwhelming stepping on the inside. Joe and Mindy are phenomenal they both work with you and they truly care about your fitness goals! It was definitely a judge free zone with love and dedication to help you on your journey. They even take accountability to a whole another level they call when you don’t show no matter what time your session suppose to start! Overall an amazing place to start your fitness journey at!!Dixie JefferyJanuary 5, 2024.Mindy and Joe are passionate and knowledgeable about health. I took them up on their 6 week challenge. 💪David HathawaySeptember 16, 2023.Life changing health, fitness and nutrition program! A welcoming setting for people of all shapes, sizes and levels of fitness. Joe makes every class as safely difficult to push you to your limit but with a focus on your total health and overall well being. You will also learn rolling, stretching, hydration and nutrition which all combine to make you feel, move and live your best life. It’s a MUST try for anyone that wants to be healthier and more fit!!!Luis VargasAugust 6, 2023.Great place.Jenna ParkerJune 10, 2023.I recently had the pleasure of joining Kokoro, and I must say, it has been an incredible experience. Mindy and Joe are two of the most welcoming individuals. From the moment I walked through the doors, they made me feel right at home, creating an environment that was warm, inclusive, and supportive. One of the things that makes Kokoro unique is their emphasis not only on physical fitness but also mental well-being. Their positive energy and motivational approach helped me stay focused and committed to my fitness journey. The workouts are nothing short of amazing. Each session is carefully planned and structured, ensuring that no two workouts are the same! This variety keeps things interesting and prevents boredom from creeping in. I always found myself looking forward to each session, eager to see what new challenges awaited me. Everyone feels like a family. The community is so friendly and supportive. I would highly recommend to anyone looking to transform their mind, body and soul to check out Kokoro! Mindy and Joe's ability to create an atmosphere where you are "comfortable being uncomfortable" sets the stage for an incredible fitness journey. The variety in workouts ensures that you never get bored and constantly challenge yourself. 10/10 would recommend.Alexis PiarulliFebruary 12, 2023.If you want to loose weight and have long term results that stick then this gym is for you. Each class is unique and you are always given modifications if you need so that you can get the best work out that works for you, even if you have an injury you need to work around. Joe and Mindy really take the time to know what your goals are and how to get you there the most efficient and safest way possible. Out of the 20+ gyms I have been to in the Jax area, these guys are my #1 pick. Go check them out and see for yourself what you are missing out on. It'll transform your life.Mercedes AlayoNovember 22, 2022.The workout experience at Kokoro is great! Hard to compare another gym experience to the kind of training and personalized coaching you can get from Joe as your trainer. The classes are interesting and challenging, always able to modify to your fitness level, but you’ll be able to see a difference in your body if you put the effort in. I used to claim I wasn’t a “gym” person but clearly that’s not true since I will push through a hard workout at Kokoro. It’s all about the support and attention to help you reach your goals!Stephen ConteNovember 21, 2022.The Kokoro Team does a great job of assisting to meet you fitness goals.Emily ConteNovember 19, 2022.Great full body workoutTrey HaginsNovember 4, 2022.Joe is an awesome trainer. Great class structure and I don’t leave feeling like I got hit by a truck. Definitely worth the visit to try them out!
