Farmer prioritizes strength, stretching

Jeff DeYoung Iowa Farmer Today
Oct 4, 2023
Oct 4, 2023

Fremont County, Iowa, farmer Justin Ewalt uses a circuit-training approach, exercising five days each week.
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Jeff DeYoung Iowa Farmer Today

TABOR, Iowa – Justin Ewalt knew something needed to change.

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