Exercise Is Health
330 episodes - English - Latest episode: 11 days ago - ★★★★★ - 56 ratingsAt Muscle Activation Schaumburg, we believe your health is your most valuable asset. Join hosts Charlie and Julie Cates as they discuss how to utilize exercise to help improve and maintain your health, as well as interviews with health and wellness experts from various fields including chiropractic, accupuncture, psychology, nutrition, and functional medicine. Both Charlie and Julie are certified personal trainers and Muscle Activation Techniques® practitioners in Schaumburg, IL.
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E80 - Frozen Shoulder and Your Muscles
July 10, 2019 11:44 - 30 minutes - 57.8 MBThis week on the Exercise Is Health podcast, Julie and Charlie discuss one of the more common shoulder issues they see with new clients - frozen shoulder. Frozen shoulder, or adhesive capsulitis, can be an extremely painful and debilitating condition where a person's shoulder stops moving well and hurts when it does move. But, even though the shoulder is highly symptomatic, the shoulder itself may actually not need to be addressed. Julie and Charlie have had tremendous success helping ind...
E79 - 7 Exercise Tips If Your Body Has Been Getting Achier For No Apparent Reason
July 03, 2019 08:00 - 36 minutes - 70.1 MBThis week on the Exercise Is Health podast, Julie and Charlie discuss seven things that you need to be doing with your exercise if you feel like your body has been getting achier and you're not sure why. Often times, you may feel like how your body feels is out of your control, but that is not necessarily the case. There is a lot that can be done if you are feeling your age, and these seven exercise tips can help tremendously. Check out the details in this week's episode!
E78 - Five Sustainable Fitness Hacks For Your Health
June 26, 2019 08:00 - 26 minutes - 49.8 MBThis week on the Exercise Is Health podcast, Julie and Charlie put their own spin on a question from Quora.com and sit down to answer it. The question was, "What are some fitness hacks?" and in good MAS-fashion, Julie and Charlie changed it to, "What are some sustainable fitness hacks for my health?"; because hey, any exercise hack is only useful if you can do it repeatedly and it builds your health, right? Check out all of the details of their five sustainable fitness hacks for your healt...
E77 - What is Alzheimer's disease and what can you do to prevent it? - Interview with Dr. Concetta Forchetti of AMITA Health
June 19, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 122 MBThis week on the Exercise Is Health podcast, Julie and Charlie sit down with Dr. Concetta Forchetti of AMITA Health to discuss dementia, Alzheimer's disease, and brain health. Dr. Forchetti specializes in neurology with special interests in Alzheimer's disease, dementia, and memory disorder. She disucsses the difference between Alzheimer's disease and dementia, the genetic risk factors involved, and what we can all do to help prevent or delay the development of Alzheimer's. If you would...
E76 - How Flip-Flops Are Stressing Your Body
June 12, 2019 08:00 - 25 minutes - 47.5 MBThis week on the Exercise Is Health podcast, Julie and Charlie sit down to discuss the most popular footwear of the season - flip-flops - and how it is stressing out your body. From bunions, to plantar fasciitis, to knee, hip, and back issues, wearing flip-flops for extended periods of time may create more issues than you can imagine for your joints. Check out all of the details, as well as what to do about this, in this week's episode! The following resources were discussed during this ...
E75 - How Exercise Promotes Longevity
June 05, 2019 08:00 - 35 minutes - 67.6 MBThis week on the Exercise Is Health podcast, Julie and Charlie sit down to discuss exercise, longevity, how the former impacts the latter, and how you should be exercising to maximize your longevity. This content is from Charlie's Schaumburg Health Summit talk, which can be seen in full here. Charlie references over 65 papers in his talk on exercise and longevity, but don't worry, all of the science is broken down into super simple terms. Check out all of the details in this week's episod...
E74 - The Importance of Optimal Digestion - Interview with Dr. Justin Coop
May 29, 2019 08:00 - 48 minutes - 92.9 MBThis week on the Exercise Is Health podcast, Julie and Charlie sit down with Dr. Justin Coop of Inspired Health Center in Naperville, IL to discuss digestion, gut health, and why having your digestion optimal (as opposed to just okay) is vital to ensuring your are able to feel and function your best. There are many things within our enviroments that can disrupt our digestion, and often times digestive issues can present as something completely different than the digestion itself, such as br...
E73 - Schaumburg Health Summit 2019 Recap
May 22, 2019 08:00 - 26 minutes - 50.2 MBThis week on the Exercise Is Health podcast, Julie and Charlie give a detailed breakdown of everything that happened during the Schaumburg Health Summit 2019 this past weekend. There were 70 people in attendance for the first-ever Schaumburg Health Summit, and Julie and Charlie have heard nothing but positive reviews since the event ended. Check out this week's episode below for all of the details on what went down!
E72 - What is ADHD and Why Is It Being Mislabeled and Mistreated? - Interview with Dr. Matthew Landstrom
May 15, 2019 08:00 - 44 minutes - 85.3 MBThis week on the Exercise Is Health podcast, Julie and Charlie sit down with Dr. Matthew Landstrom from the Landstrom Center in Schaumburg. Dr. Landstrom is a Clinical Neuropsychologist specializing in the assessment and treatment of children, adolescents, and adults with psychological, neurological, and neurodevelopmental disorders. He developed his unique treatment approach while serving as the Clinical Director of an adolescent and young adult substance abuse/dual diagnosis and mental hea...
E71 - Is tightness really the issue?
May 08, 2019 08:00 - 25 minutes - 48.7 MBOn this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health podcast, Julie and Charlie discuss the arch nemesis of so many people out there - muscle tightness. Tightness is often considered to be the root of all evil, but is it really as bad as it is made out to be? Julie and Charlie discuss why tightness may not actually be an issue at all, despite it being uncomfortable, and what you could consider doing to address the tightness instead of trying to get rid of it directly. Check out all of the det...
E70 - The Exercises You Need To Be Doing To Keep Your Hips Strong
May 01, 2019 08:00 - 24 minutes - 47.1 MBThis week on the Exercise Is Health podcast, Julie and Charlie discuss exercise principles that you should be following if you want to strengthen your hips. With outdoor activities on the rise this time of year, your hips may be taking on more stress than they are accustomed to. Activities such as running, biking, and golf can all cause aches and pains in the hips if your muscles are not working well. Learn what to do to keep your hip muscles healthy and strong in this week's episode of t...
E69 - "What exercises should I do to improve my golf game?"
April 24, 2019 08:00 - 26 minutes - 50.1 MBThis week on the Exercise Is Health podcast, Julie and Charlie answer listener-submitted questions about exercise and health. This month, they are answering a golf-specific question regarding what exercises are must-do's for golfers. There are a lot of myths out there about what golfers need to do in the gym to maximize their ability on the course, and Julie and Charlie cut through all of them to discuss specific principles that every golfer should follow if they want to perform their best....
E68 - Skin Cancer Prevention and Treatments - Interview with Dr. Ashish Bhatia
April 17, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 125 MBThis week on the Exercise Is Health podcast, Julie and Charlie sit down with Dr. Ashish Bhatia of Oak Dermatology to discuss techniques and treatments for preventing and managing skin cancer. They dive into the different types of skin cancer, how it develops, what you can do to help prevent it, and what the most researched-backed options are to treat it. Dr. Bhatia and his colleagues at Oak Dermatology are some of the leading researchers in the field of skin cancer and dermatology as a who...
E67 - How Stiff & Supportive Shoes Are Affecting You In More Ways Than You Think
April 10, 2019 08:00 - 28 minutes - 54 MBThis week on the Exercise Is Health podcast, Julie and Charlie discuss a common issue not only in the U.S., but throughout most developed countries - the many effects of stiff and supportive shoes. Often times, it is thought that stiff and supportive shoes are necessary because they can help to alleviate symptoms such as plantar fasciitis. However, stiff and supportive shoes can, at times, cause more harm than good. In this week's episode, Julie and Charlie discuss why you need to proceed...
E66 - Exercising Effectively For Your Core
April 03, 2019 08:00 - 29 minutes - 55.6 MBThis week on the Exercise Is Health podcast, Julie and Charlie discuss how to effectively do exercises for one of the most sought-after areas of the body, the core. There are a lot of myths and hype around doing certain core exercises, and Julie and Charlie cut through all of that to break down exactly what you need to be doing to get the results you are looking for. Check out all of the details in this week's episode!
E65 - "Do I really have to do weight training for my legs if I cycle or run a lot?"
March 27, 2019 08:00 - 28 minutes - 53.6 MBThis week on the Exercise Is Health podcast, Julie and Charlie answer a listener-submitted question about the importance of doing weight training for leg muscles if somebody is already running or cycling. They discuss why weight training is an absolute MUST, especially if you are running or cycling a lot. They also describe exactly what type of weight training they recommend doing. Check out all of the details in this week's episode!
E64 - What is an Integrative and Functional Registered Dietitian? Interview with Megan Renfree, RD of Embolden Wellness
March 20, 2019 08:00 - 48 minutes - 92.2 MBThis week on the Exercise Is Health podcast, Julie and Charlie sit down with Megan Renfree of Embolden Wellness to discuss her career as an integrative and functional registered dietician. They dive into the three key things that Megan believes we all need to be considering when it comes to our nutrition, as well as what her take is on the latest diets crazes, such as Keto and Paleo. Check out all of the details in this week's episode! Make sure to connect with Megan online and on the fo...
E63 - How MAT® benefits you, even if you have permanent joint changes
March 13, 2019 08:00 - 45 minutes - 87.3 MBThis week on the Exercise Is Health podcast, Julie and Charlie discuss one of their favorite topics - Muscle Activation Techniques® (MAT®) - and how MAT® can help you, even if you have permanent joint changes. Specifically, Julie and Charlie discuss how MAT® can be beneficial for individuals who have scoliosis, arthritis, and joint replacements, but the conversation can extend to other permanent joint changes, as well. Check out this week's episode for all of the details! The following ...
E62 - Why you should exercise when you feel lousy
March 06, 2019 09:00 - 27 minutes - 52.9 MBThis week on the Exercise Is Health podcast, Julie and Charlie take on the idea that when you don't feel well, you shouldn't exercise. In fact, they find it to be the exact opposite! Just like your body needs great nutrition when it doesn't feel well, getting in appropriate and "nutritious" exercise can be key to you getting back to 100%. Check out all of the details in this week's episode of Exercise Is Health! Links referenced in this week's episode: E10 - The Exercise Pyramid E3 ...
E61 - "How does working muscles increase flexibility?"
February 27, 2019 09:00 - 27 minutes - 53.7 MBThis week on the Exercise Is Health podcast, Julie and Charlie answer a question that was sent in about one of the ideas they commonly propose - that by improving how muscles function, you can improve your flexibility. Julie and Charlie describe why this is the case, why you don't need to focus on releasing or relaxing muscles to improve flexibility, and what you can do on your own to improve your flexibility and muscle function. Check out all of the details in this week's episode of the E...
E60 - Managing Chronic Pain Without The Use Of Opioids - Interview with Dr. Ankur Dave
February 20, 2019 09:00 - 49 minutes - 94.6 MBThe week on the Exercise Is Health podcast, Julie and Charlie sit down with Dr. Ankur Dave to discuss chronic pain management. Dr. Dave, a pain management specialist with Amita Health, focuses his practice on helping patients overcome chronic pain without the use of opioids, and he breaks down the key pillars that are necessary to do so. With the chronic pain epidemic that has spread throughout the U.S., the opioid addiction rate has reached its highest numbers to date. It is Dr. Dave's ...
E59 - A New Approach To "Solving" Tight Hamstrings
February 13, 2019 09:00 - 30 minutes - 58.3 MBThis week on the Exercise Is Health podcast, Julie and Charlie tackle one of the biggest culprits of complaints today - tight hamstrings. They discuss why tight hamstrings may not be what you think they are, why the tightness may actually be a good thing, and what you could consider doing to "solve" them. Check out all of the details in this week's episode! The following content was referenced during this week's episode: E11 - Flexibility - A New Age Solution To An Old Time Problem ...
E58 - Squats - No Longer The Golden Exercise
February 06, 2019 09:00 - 40 minutes - 79 MBThis week on the Exercise Is Health podcast, Julie and Charlie discuss what has long been considered the golden exercise in the fitness industry--squats--and why it is time for this exercise to be de-throned, or at least reconsidered. They discuss what they see as some of the biggest issues with squatting, why so many people have difficulty squating, the risks of squatting even if your body is not built for it, and when and why squatting would be appropriate for you to add into your workout...
E57 - What is Ozone Therapy and the HCG Diet? - Interview with Dr. Gregory Seaman of ThriveMD
January 30, 2019 09:00 - 46 minutes - 88.4 MBThis week on the Exercise Is Health podcast, Julie and Charlie interview Dr. Gregory Seaman of ThriveMD in Schaumburg. ThriveMD is a health optimization clinic offering a variety of wellness services, including IV Therapies, Medical Weight Loss, Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP), Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement, HOCATT™ Platinum Saunas, and UVB Blood Irradiation Therapy. They also specialize in the topic of today's conversation - Ozone Therapy and the HCG Diet! What is ozone therapy? Who is i...
E56 - "Why does my body feel stressed after the holidays?"
January 23, 2019 09:00 - 32 minutes - 62.4 MBThis week on the Exercise Is Health podcast, Julie and Charlie answer a question they get a lot this time of year - "Why does my body feel stressed after the holidays?" In January, the rate of illness and injuries goes through the roof, and the previous six weeks may be to blame. Find out the details of why as well as what to do about this in this week's episode!
E55 - The Truth Behind Clear Skin with Melissa Armstrong
January 16, 2019 09:00 - 1 hour - 116 MBThis week on the Exercise Is Health podcast, Julie and Charlie interview Melissa Armstrong of Cleanse in Truth, a skincare company located in Inverness, Illinois. Melissa is a liscensed esthetician and Reiki master specializing in creating custom-made skincare products for her clients while delivering world-renowned Reiki fascials. Melissa tells Julie and Charlie of her own journey through healing her skin and why she believes so much of what is in consumer skincare products today is actual...
E54 - Feet - The most overlooked part of your body
January 09, 2019 09:00 - 34 minutes - 66.5 MBThis week on the Exercise Is Health podcast, Julie and Charlie discuss what is, in their opinion, the most overlooked part of the body - the feet. The feet are comprised of 28 bones each, 30 if you count the bones of the ankle, and have 50 muscles that are directly responsible for controlling them. Not only that, but foot issues are diagnosed more that twice as often as type 2 diabetes, making foot issues a HUGE issue. Check out this week's episode to learn more about why your feet are so...
E53 - Working Out At Home vs. At The Gym
January 02, 2019 09:00 - 38 minutes - 74.6 MBThis week on the Exercise Is Health podcast, Julie and Charlie tackle one of the most common questions they get after the New Year - "Should I workout at home or at the gym?" What are the pros and cons of each? Who is each location better suited for? What things do you need to consider before diving headfirst into a program at either? Catch all of the details in this week's episode! If you are looking for guidance from Julie and Charlie on your exercise, enroll in the MAS Virtual Membe...
E52 - Guest Recap from 2018
December 26, 2018 09:00 - 49 minutes - 93.2 MBThis week on the Exercise Is Health podcast, Julie and Charlie give you a full recap of all of our guests from 2018 and their answers to our two common questions - "What do you reccomend our listeners do to improve their health?" and "What is your definition of health?" Utilize their tips to help ensure 2019 is your healthiest year yet! Check out all of the details in this week's episode.
E51 - The 5 Steps of Behavioral Change with Tony Cates, MBA
December 19, 2018 09:00 - 52 minutes - 101 MBThis week on the Exercise Is Health podcast, Julie and Charlie interview Tony Cates, MBA. Tony has authored two books on behavioral change and behavioral psychology and is in production of his third book on the subject. After spending years as a personal trainer and nutrition coach, Tony realized it didn't matter how much he knew, it only mattered if his clients changed their behaviors and applied what he knew. At that moment he switched the focus of his studies and almost instantly saw a...
E50 - 4 Early Warning Signs That You Need MAT®
December 12, 2018 09:00 - 32 minutes - 62.9 MBThis week on the Exercise Is Health podcast, Julie and Charlie discuss four early warning signs that let you know you are in need of Muscle Activation Techniques® (MAT®). One of the most common questions they get when teaching people about MAT® is, "How do I know if I need it?" This episode addresses that question head on, detailing four tell-tale signs that your muscles are in need of a tune up. Check out all of the details in this week's episode! If you would like to learn more about ...
E49 - Exercise - What it is portrayed to be, how it is commonly done, and what we think it should be
December 05, 2018 09:00 - 33 minutes - 64.2 MBThis week on the Exercise Is Health podcast, Julie and Charlie discuss what they see going on in the fitness industry, why it is driving so many people away, and how to fix it. With only 23% of American adults reportedly getting in the recommneded amount of exercise each day, this is a tremendous issue. Check out all of the details in this week's episode of Exercise Is Health!
E48 - How can I make sure I get my workouts in during the holidays?
November 28, 2018 09:00 - 25 minutes - 48.5 MBThis week on the Exercise Is Health podcast, Julie and Charlie answer one of the most common questions they get during this time of year - "How can I make sure I get my workouts in during the holidays?" They have 4 tips for you to help ensure that not only are you getting your workouts in during the craziness of the holiday season, but your workouts are helping to build your health and body and not break them down. Check out all of the details in this week's episode!
E47 - The Importance of Oral Health with Dr. Sean Abrams, DDS
November 21, 2018 09:00 - 41 minutes - 78.2 MBThis week on the Exercise Is Health podcast, Julie and Charlie interview Dr. Sean Abrams, DDS. Dr. Abrams discusses the importance of oral health, not just for the sake of having a pretty smile, but as it contributes to total body health and wellness. Dr. Abrams is an associate at Village Smiles in Elk Grove Village, graduating with his Doctorate in Dental Surgery in 2006 from the University of Illinois-Chicago. You can find out more about Village Smiles at their website here, as well as...
E46 - The Role of the Muscular System
November 14, 2018 09:00 - 36 minutes - 70 MBThis week on the Exercise Is Health podcast, Julie and Charlie discuss the many roles of the muscular system and how influential the muscular system can be throughout the entire body. So often they hear from clients, "I didn't know this would improve by doing Muscle Activation Techniques®." But the reality is, when the muscular system is working well, there are tremendous benefits from posture to respiration to injury prevention and more. Check out this week's episode of the Exercise Is H...
E45 - Why The Best Trainers Use Machines
November 07, 2018 09:00 - 41 minutes - 78.7 MBThis week on the Exercise Is Health podcast, Julie and Charlie discuss two of the biggst myths in the fitness industry - the myths that machines are not useful and the best trainers do not use machines. They break down why machines are extremely valuable if you have quality equipment and know how to use it as well as dismantle some of the most prominent arguments for why somebody should not use machines. Check out all of this and more in this week's episode!
E44 - The Psychology of Chronic Pain with Dr. Konstantinos Kostas, Ph.D.
October 31, 2018 08:00 - 44 minutes - 84.1 MBThis week on the Exercise Is Health podcast, Julie and Charlie interview Dr. Konstantinos Kostas, Ph.D.. Dr. Kostas is a health psychologist specializing in helping patients cope with the psychological difficulties of chronic pain. Dr. Kostas treats patients within the Amita Health System in the Chicagoland area. In this interview, Julie and Charlie discuss many of the physiological factors that play into the psychology of chronic pain, and how the psychological burden of chronic pain c...
E43 - Why do you recommend people lift slowly?
October 24, 2018 08:00 - 35 minutes - 67 MBThis week on the Exercise Is Health podcast, Julie and Charlie answer a common question they get about one of their top exercise recommendations - lifting slowly. If you have ever wondered why Julie and Charlie so strongly recommend that you move slowly when you lift weights when the majority of the fitness industry is recommending the opposite, give this episode a listen!
E42 - What is rotator cuff disease? An interview with Dr. Thomas Obermeyer
October 17, 2018 08:00 - 42 minutes - 79.8 MBThis week on the Exercise Is Health podcast, Julie and Charlie interview Dr. Thomas Obermeyer of Barrington Orthopedic Specialists to discuss one of the most common shoulder issues plaguing many people today - rotator cuff disease. What is rotator cuff disease? What are contributing factors to it? What can be done about it? Check out all of this and more in this week's episode!
E41 - The Third Category of Muscle Health
October 10, 2018 08:00 - 27 minutes - 51.6 MBThis week on the Exercise Is Health podcast, Julie and Charlie discuss muscle health and why it encompasses more than you may have originally thought. Often times, when you think of improving your muscles, you may think of more or less two different categories - 1) strengthening them and 2) relaxing them. But, there is a third category that often isn't considered that can completely amplify the first and potentially decrease the need for the second. Check out this week's episode for all o...
E40 - What is Fit4T1D? - Fitness for Type 1 Diabetics
October 03, 2018 08:00 - 38 minutes - 72.1 MBThis week on the Exercise Is Health podcast, Julie interviews Charlie about his newest project - Fit4T1D. Charlie dives into details about what Fit4T1D is, why he felt it was a necessary program to create, and how Fit4T1D is helping Type 1 Diabetics better manage their blood glucose levels through exercise. Check out all of this discussion and more in this week's episode! You can find Fit4T1D online, on Facebook, and on Instagram.
E39 - "My knee hurts...Why are you looking at my hip?"
September 26, 2018 08:00 - 35 minutes - 66.9 MBThis week on the Exercise Is Health podcast, Julie and Charlie tackle one of the bigger questions they hear when working on clients for Muscle Activation Techniques® (MAT®). So often we think that where we are experiencing symptoms is where our issues actually are. However, this is rarely the case. Julie and Charlie explain why the "local symptom, local problem, local treatment" approach may be missing what is actually going on, and why you should consider expanding your search for what i...
E38 - Interview with Dr. Bikram Dhillon of Physicians Total Wellness
September 19, 2018 08:00 - 48 minutes - 92.3 MBThis week on the Exercise Is Health podcast, Julie and Charlie interview Dr. Bikram Dhillon of Physicians Total Wellness in Schaumburg, IL. Dr. Dhillon brings the unique perspective of being both an emergency room doctor as well as an integrative physician. He has authored three books - "The 7 Reasons Why You Can't Lose Weight: Weight Loss Solutions That Work", "The Diamond Rule", and "The Man in the Mountain" - all of which can be found on Amazon.com. Dr. Dhillon speaks to many of the eme...
E37 - The Magic Muscle Myth
September 12, 2018 08:00 - 37 minutes - 70.9 MBThis week on the Exercise Is Health podcast, Julie and Charlie discuss a predominant myth in the fitness world - the Magic Muscle Myth. The idea behind the Magic Muscle is that there is one muscle that, if released, relaxed, or strengthened, will be the fix-all to ALL of your physical health issues. Julie and Charlie discuss three of the most common muscles that are promoted in this manner - the psoas, the piriformis, and the rotator cuff muscles. Check out this episode to hear why the Ma...
E36 - "So your doctor told you to start exercising..."
September 05, 2018 08:00 - 24 minutes - 46.8 MBThis week on the Exercise Is Health podcast, Julie and Charlie discuss one of the more common scenarios they see with new clients - they are starting to exercise because of doctor's orders but they have NEVER exercised before. What considerations do you need to take if this is your situation? Check out this week's episode for all of the details!
E35 - Charlie's MAT® Story
August 29, 2018 08:00 - 41 minutes - 78.3 MBThis week on the Exercise Is Health, Julie interviews Charlie about his MAT® origin story - what was his career path like before MAT®? How did he find out about MAT®? What does the future look like for MAT® and Muscle Activation Schaumburg? Check out all of the details in this week's episode of Exercise Is Health!
E34 - What does the final rep look like?
August 22, 2018 08:00 - 38 minutes - 72.5 MBThis week on the Exercise Is Health podcast Julie and Charlie answer an important question from one of their colleagues - "How can I help my clients understand when they have performed their final rep?" This question is particularly important for those who work out on their own, as well as for trainers who are looking to help their clients. Check out Julie and Charlie's answer in this week's episode!
E33 - 5 Foundations for Reversing Type 2 Diabetes with Dr. Richard Powell, DC
August 15, 2018 08:00 - 54 minutes - 104 MBThis week on the Exercise Is Health podcast, Julie and Charlie interview Dr. Richard Powell, DC of Greater Chicago Functional Health. Dr. Powell discusses the 5 foundations his practice addresses to help his patients reverse their Type 2 Diabetes. He has over a 90% success rate at helping his patients reverse their Type 2 Diabetes by using a customized testing program looking at multiple biological and genetic markers to zero in a patient's treatment plan. Additionally, Dr. Powell will be ...
E32 - Three Questions To Figure Out If You Are A Good Candidate For MAT®
August 08, 2018 08:00 - 34 minutes - 65.4 MBThis week on the Exercise Is Health podcast, Julie and Charlie lay out the three questions you need to answer in order to determine whether you would be a good candidate for Muscle Activation Techniques® (MAT®). Have you heard about MAT® but are unsure if it would be worthwhile for you to try? Give this episode a listen to see if MAT® would be right for you! Resources discussed in this episode can be found below: Are you a candidate for MAT®? Answer these three questions to find out! ...
E31 - If You Don't Use It You Will Lose It
August 01, 2018 08:00 - 38 minutes - 72.7 MBThis week on the Exercise Is Health podcast, Julie and Charlie discuss three areas of your body that are uncommon to exercise, but are absolute musts to train if you want to maintain your health and function - your feet, your hands, and your spinal muscles. They reference much of their past work in this episode, the links to which can be found below: 5 Exercises You Can Do Anywhere To Strengthen Your Feet (written) 5 Exercises You Can Do Anywhere To Strengthen Your Feet (video) 3 Ea...