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Building Community Through Movement with V Peterson, Founder of Bodied

Building Community Through Movement with V Peterson, Founder of Bodied

Update: 2025-11-03
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In this inspiring episode of The Second Degree Podcast, host Emily Merrell sits down with V Peterson, the energetic founder of Bodied, Denver’s rhythm-based fitness studio redefining what it means to move with purpose. 

V shares how she blended step aerobics, strength training, and Pilates into a signature workout that’s as much about connection as it is about sweat. 

Together, Emily and V explore the journey from vision to brick-and-mortar, the lessons learned from leading a team of women, and the power of staying open when you’re building something entirely new.

Here are some of the episode highlights: 

  • How V blended step aerobics, strength training, and Pilates to create the Bodied method
  • The story behind turning a road-trip idea into a Denver fitness destination
  • Why celebration and community are central to Bodied’s culture
  • The power of being bad at something new—and showing up anyway
  • How V manages leadership, boundaries, and team dynamics while growing a brand
  • Plans for expansion and virtual offerings beyond Denver

To learn more about V Peterson check out Bodied Denver and on instagram at https://www.instagram.com/bodieddenver  

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Building Community Through Movement with V Peterson, Founder of Bodied

Building Community Through Movement with V Peterson, Founder of Bodied

Emily Merrell