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Never Leave The Playground
More About Stephen Jepson
learn more about the man who invented and dreamed of His Incredible Philosophy, known as "Never Leave The Playground
Improve Memory, Creativity, and Change Your Life For The Better
Stephen Jepson's "Never Leave The Playground" philosophy will make you smarter, healthier, and happier. Maintain balance, stability, and coordination while improving memory and creativity through the art of play.
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Active Lifestyle
At age 81, Stephen Jepson is living proof of a philosophy that keeps the mind and body active through the art of play. He enjoys tightrope walking, unicycling, throwing knives, and juggling while balancing on a bongo board.

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Water Sports Enthusiast
Stephen loves water sports like kayaking, paddle boarding, and snorkeling. Since age 65, he has won over 80 gold medals in swim competitions around the world and swam across Iowa's beautiful Spirit Lake.

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"Never Leave the Playground" Philosophy
Stephen's lifestyle-fitness philosophy, called "Never Leave the Playground," encourages lightheartedness, laughter, and simplicity in movement. He has adapted activities for different skill levels that immediately get the body moving.
Change Your Life For The Better
Mindset Shift
Discover how "Never Leave the Playground" can revolutionize your life by reshaping your perspective on fitness and wellness. This transformative program invites you to say goodbye to the drudgery of strenuous workouts and hello to a fun, easy-going, and profoundly impactful fitness journey.
At the heart of "Never Leave the Playground" is the belief that physical activity should be a source of joy, not a chore. Through a variety of engaging exercises and activities, you'll recapture the playful spirit of childhood, unleashing a renewed sense of energy, creativity, and overall well-being.
Whether you're looking to improve your memory, spark your creativity, or simply find more fulfillment in your daily life, this program offers a unique and transformative path forward. Prepare to embark on a journey of self-discovery, where the boundaries between fitness and fun are blurred, and the pursuit of a healthier, happier life becomes a truly effortless endeavor..
Adapted Activities
Stephen has adapted activities for different skill levels that immediately get the body moving. This is play, not exercise! By embracing a mindset of playfulness, you'll discover a refreshing approach to physical activity that transforms the way you think about fitness.
Instead of grueling workouts and rigid routines, "Never Leave the Playground" encourages you to recapture the joy and effortlessness of childhood play. Through a variety of engaging exercises and activities, you'll find yourself moving with ease, boosting your energy, and cultivating a more positive outlook on life.
Whether you're looking to improve your memory, spark your creativity, or simply find more fulfillment in your daily life, this program offers a unique and transformative path forward. Prepare to say goodbye to the drudgery of traditional fitness and hello to a world of playful exploration and self-discovery.
Continuous Enrichment
Unlock the power of perpetual motion to fuel your brain and body. With "Just keep moving" as the guiding principle, Stephen's approach promises dynamic results.
Age Proofing The Brain and Body
Stephen's revolutionary approach transforms the mind and body, defying age constraints. Embark on a life-altering journey that knows no bounds..
Improve Memory & Creativity
Research-Based Program
Over the last 20 years, Stephen has committed himself to researching and documenting his theory of lifetime fitness, which is now presented in the "Never Leave the Playground" program.
Fun and Games
The program uses games, playing, and specifically designed toys that aid in maintaining health. It improves balance, stability, and coordination in the body, as well as memory, creativity, and mood in the mind.
Lifelong Play
Stephen encourages activities like playing jacks with both hands, hula-hooping, and jumping rope. The goal is to keep moving in fun, creative ways throughout your entire life.
The Jepson Method

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Age-Proofing the Brain and Body
The Jepson method is "age proofing the brain and body", and it can begin at any age or any condition of the body.

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Lifetime Fitness Theory
Stephen has committed himself to researching and documenting his theory of lifetime fitness, culminating in "Never Leave the Playground."

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Holistic Improvement
The program improves balance, stability, and coordination, with attendant improvement in memory, creativity, mood and more.

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Continuous Movement
The goal is to teach people to keep up physical movement, the activity which continually enriches the brain and body.
Stephen's Mission
Improve Quality of Life
Stephen's mission is to tell every human being on the planet that their quality of life can be improved immediately by playing on the playground. With constant play and movement, brain capacity will increase, and physical well-being and metabolism will be at their best.
Transformative Ideas
Stephen's ideas will transform you. It is a process reality that will yield magnificent experiences in your life. The tiniest tweak can make a positive difference, and small changes in behavior can yield positive, gratifying results.
Enjoyment-Driven Change
The changes do not take willpower or courage; they are driven by the pursuit of enjoyment and fun. It will be a matter of you controlling your destiny. Start to Change Your Life For The Better Today.
It is my goal for every human being on the planet to be healthier and wiser. My program can provide that through simple play.
Fun Activities with Stephen Jepson
Rock Balancing in New Zealand
Stephen demonstrates balance and coordination by playing with large rocks in New Zealand's beautiful landscape.
Riding a Big Bicycle in Florida
Stephen showcases his playful spirit and balance skills by riding an oversized bicycle in sunny Florida.
Juggling Fun
Stephen demonstrates his coordination and focus through juggling, a key activity in his "Never Leave the Playground" philosophy.
Water Activities with Stephen Jepson
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Swimming
Stephen swam across Iowa's Spirit Lake at age 66 and has won over 80 gold medals in swimming competitions since age 65.
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Kayaking
Stephen enjoys kayaking in Florida's beautiful waterways, demonstrating that water activities are an excellent way to stay active and have fun.
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Snorkeling
Exploring underwater worlds through snorkeling is another of Stephen's favorite activities, especially in Florida's crystal-clear springs.
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Paddle Boarding
Stephen promotes paddle boarding as a great way to improve balance, strength, and enjoy nature simultaneously.
A Unique Program Like No Other "Never Leave The Playground"

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Improve Memory & Creativity & Change Your Life For The Better
Maintain balance stability & coordination.
Improve memory & creativity.
I am Stephen Jepson, and I have had many personal accomplishments through the years.  My Never Leave The Playground project has been the most rewarding. 
Now, I want to share My Message with You.

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I am living proof of a philosophy
I am living proof of a philosophy that keeps the mind and body active, simply through the art of play. I enjoy tightrope walking, unicycling, throwing knives and juggling while balancing on a bongo board. I also love water sports, like kayaking, paddle boarding, and snorkeling.
“Never Leave the Playground”

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Experienced Coach
Gold Metal Winner
With years of coaching experience, I've helped countless clients overcome challenges and create the life they desire.
Since age 65, I have won over 80 gold medals in swim competitions around the world and swam across Iowa’s beautiful Spirit Lake.
The lifestyle-fitness philosophy I’m talking about is called:
“Never Leave the Playground”
Stephen's Coaching Approach: "Never Leave the Playground"
My coaching philosophy is centered around the idea of lifelong learning and growth through the power of play. I believe that by maintaining a playful, curious mindset, we can unlock our full potential and create a life of balance, creativity, and fulfillment.
Through hands-on experiences like tightrope walking, unicycling, and water sports, I guide my clients to rediscover the joy of exploration and self-discovery. This approach not only enhances physical well-being, but also fosters mental agility, problem-solving skills, and a deep sense of personal empowerment.
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Change Your life for the Better
By changing your mindset. Instead of seeing moving the body as a difficult effort, this method of approach towards movement encourages lightheartedness, laughter and simplicity. I have adapted activities for different skill levels that immediately get the body moving.
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A life Changing Experience
My goal is to teach people to keep up the physical movement, the activity which continually enriches the brain and body.
“Just keep moving” is my mantra. No matter how impaired the body has become through disease or aging, consistent movement is imperative to regain and maintain balance, stability, coordination and growth. I call my method “age proofing the brain and body”. It can begin at any age or any condition. It is a life-changing experience.

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Offer a range of activities that promote physical and social development.

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Maintaining a healthy weight is a fundamental aspect of overall well-being.
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