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UNLOCK YOUR TRUE POTENTIAL - Elite treadmill testing + data-driven coaching help you break through plateaus and achieve PRs. Message us to get started TODAY!

Our athletes have combined to win 7 national titles, 200+ state titles and set 3 US Records.

08/24/2026

Something much bigger is coming to XLR8.

We’re building the XLR8 High Performance Campus — a 10,000 sq. ft. performance environment designed to bring athletes, coaches, teams and training communities together under one roof.

This is going far beyond what XLR8 has been before.

🏃 Speed + athletic development
🏋️ Strength & power
🏀 Basketball training
⚽ Turf training + team practices (baseball/softball cages too!)
📊 Performance testing + technology
🎮 Interactive / gamified training
💪 Recovery
🏆 Development Academies
🏢 Team, coach + training space rentals
…and we’re just getting started.

But as we build it, we want to hear from the people who could actually use it.

Are you a coach who needs training space?
A club or team looking for a home?
An athlete who wants access to this environment?
A trainer interested in bringing clients here?
A business interested in partnering with XLR8?

DM us the word “CAMPUS.”

Tell us who you are and how you’d want to use the space. We’re beginning to build our opening schedule and partnerships now.

And if you want to be part of XLR8 from the very beginning, our First 100 Founding Memberships are now being reserved. Click the link in our bio to get your spot before they are gone.

This isn’t simply a bigger Performance Lab.

We’re building an entire performance ecosystem.

StrengthTraining IowaAthletes IowaSports NorwalkIowa DesMoinesIowa

08/21/2026

THE FIRST 100 SPOTS ARE ALREADY GETTING SNATCHED UP. ⚡

Sign-ups have been flying in, and it has been incredible seeing how excited people are about what’s coming.

The XLR8 you already know isn’t going anywhere.

IT’S FINALLY GETTING ITS OWN HOME.

The performance testing, individualized training and coaching that have been at the core of XLR8 will now live inside our brand-new High Performance Center — surrounded by an entirely new gym and performance experience.

That means you’ll still be able to come to XLR8 to find out what is limiting your performance, what you’re capable of, and how you should train differently — only now we’ll have an entire facility built around helping you do something with that information.

First 100 Charter Members will also receive special member discounts on XLR8 testing and training services.

And then there’s everything NEW coming with it…

⚡ 50' × 60' performance turf
⚡ Strength + Power training
⚡ Half-court Basketball IQ Center + Dr. Dish technology
⚡ Full-court volleyball
⚡ Golf simulator
⚡ Virtual reality sport training
⚡ Recovery
⚡ Member lounge
⚡ And … dance battles with Joe Laxton

SO WE WANT TO KNOW:

Which new XLR8 feature are YOU most excited about?

Comment one below:

⛳ GOLF — Golf Simulator
🏀 BASKETBALL — Basketball IQ Center
🥽 VR — Virtual Reality
🕺 JOE — Dance Battle with Joe Laxton

Follow XLR8 + comment your choice and you’ll be entered to win a FREE session of the thing you picked once the new facility opens.

We’ll choose one winner from each category.

THE FIRST 100
$79/month Charter Membership
$25 reserves your position and is credited toward your first active month.

📍 250 Delaware St, Suite 120, Norwalk, IA

Built in Norwalk. Built for Greater Des Moines.

👉 RESERVE YOUR FIRST 100 SPOT HERE:
https://xlr8-high-performance-campus.base44.app

And if you’re ready to find out what your performance data says right now, XLR8 testing and training services are still available as we prepare for the move.

No purchase necessary. Winners selected from eligible followers/comments. Prize redeemable after facility opening. Not sponsored or administered by Facebook.

08/20/2026

GREATER DES MOINES — THE FIRST 100 IS OFFICIALLY OPEN. 🚨

Today we’re officially opening Charter Memberships for the new XLR8 High Performance Center coming to Norwalk.

📍 250 Delaware St, Suite 120, Norwalk, IA 50211

We’re building this facility in Norwalk, but the vision is much bigger: to create a destination for athletes, families, teams, coaches, and active adults from across the Greater Des Moines area.

Inside the new XLR8 you’ll find:

⚡ 50’ × 60’ performance turf
⚡ Strength & power training area
⚡ Glass-enclosed XLR8 Performance Lab
⚡ Half-court basketball performance area
⚡ High-end Dr. Dish shooting system with individualized shooting stats and gamified training
⚡ Full-court volleyball capability
⚡ Golf simulator
⚡ VR sport-training stations
⚡ Recovery options
⚡ Member lounge
⚡ Classes, academies, camps, leagues, rentals and more

And today, we’re opening just 100 Charter Memberships.

THE FIRST 100

$79/month Charter Membership

Your Charter rate stays locked at $79/month for as long as your membership remains continuously active.

Founding members also receive:

✅ 5 complimentary guest passes
✅ Household membership options
✅ $0 enrollment fee
✅ Permanent recognition inside XLR8 as one of The First 100

A $25 reservation secures your position today, and that $25 is applied toward your first active month of membership.

Once the first 100 primary Charter Memberships are gone, they’re gone.

Reserve your spot here:
👉 https://xlr8-high-performance-campus.base44.app

We cannot wait to show Greater Des Moines what we’re building.

Welcome to XLR8. ⚡

08/13/2026

To the dang near thousand people that showed up and hundreds more watching around the US as Caleb attempted this Impossible Mile, thank you.

I know our model of training and racing has those who don't agree with it, as anything does. But I can promise you that when I talk with the athletes we just always want to make sure you leave talking about their race and their courage. Outcomes are arbitrary many times, but telling a story with HOW we race is important because we want to create memories for all of YOU if we can make that happen.

As a thank you to everyone who came out, I want to offer our full testing for only $100. And honestly, if that prices you out still, please just DM and let us know so we can make something work. Your support last night means more than you know and I would love to meet you if we haven't already crossed paths. You are what makes the sport special and Caleb just wanted to give you something to smile about in the best way he knew how.

Also, let's let the cat out of the bag... These tests will be done in our very own facility.... We are so excited to announce XLR8 Gym!! A place with treadmills, own equipment, turf, virtual reality training for all sports, full weight room setup, a huge golf simulator, and so much more.... Opening very soon!!

So if you post a photo of yourself at last night's Impossible Mile (gotta find one!) below then we will give you that $100 test and options for discounts in the XLR8 Gym!! Make sure to be following us so we can DM you!!

08/11/2026

Can’t wait to see everyone’s summer training pay off!

08/08/2026

When he got hurt in April, a week later he said "I'm doing an Impossible Mile on my home track before I head to Oregon." And even 2.5 weeks ago we weren't sure if we were even close. But he wanted it for you guys. For the high rollers. For the ones who risk despite the hate. For the ones who go to that place no one else is willing to go. For the ones who live for big moments. For the ones who just do it for the love of the game.

This one is for the ones who believe in the impossible.

Gun goes off at 8:30pm. Pace lights set at 2:59 through 1209. And if you know anything about Caleb, he will be on them.

Dang I'm gonna miss this ...

07/23/2026

We are working on a TOP SECRET project and we are looking for the best in the business who want to partner with the top athletes in Iowa and beyond. To make this come together though we need YOU!

This opportunity is limited to TEN people only who believe they can be true movers and shakers in their field, true entrepreneurs who know they can move the needle in their field.

We have the space and we have the quality of athletes and people who make every day an outstanding day!

So, DO NOT WAIT! Reach out right away if you think you have a business that would take athletes to the next level and you just need the space and some resources to make it happen. You could be a QB coach, a soccer program coordinator, private instructor, etc…. You tell us why you would be the right fit and let’s make it happen! DM us RIGHT NOW so we can get connected!

And if you are not someone looking to join us, you definitely know someone who would be a great fit. Tag them in the comments below and get $50 off your next performance test! Plus, if they end up working with us and you recommended them, you will get a $200 cash card as a thank you for the connection! I want the 10 best, so let’s all work together to make this happen for the amazing young people and athletes in the DM area!

For the rest of you, stay tuned. This will not be top secret for long! Trust me, you will want to be part of this journey!

06/23/2026

UNMATCHED.

For XLR8 athlete Kaiden Kunze, it wasn’t just about the training, it was about having a plan built specifically for him, coaches who genuinely cared about the person behind the performance, and teammates who became lifelong friends.

The right environment doesn’t just help you run faster. It helps you grow, stay motivated, and enjoy the journey along the way.

Your goals matter. The people around you matter. The journey matters.

06/22/2026

$99 for the REST OF THE SUMMER!!!

We get it, you have soccer, baseball, softball, volleyball, vacation…. You are BUSY already. So we want to make this work for you. Unlimited sessions for the next 6 weeks and our new XLR8 Hub app included as part of the package.

One free session to check it out if you DM us for the details. Otherwise if you want to just get after it right away you can sign up at the Linktree link in our bio. DO NOT WAIT, time to get FAST!!

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Telephone

+515153436987

Website

http://www.xlr8-performancelab.com/

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