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Exercise Is Health

339 episodes - English - Latest episode: 21 days ago - ★★★★★ - 56 ratings

At 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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E89 - 4 Unexpected Side Effects of Muscle Activation Techniques®

September 11, 2019 08:00 - 21 minutes - 41.5 MB

This week on the Exercise Is Health podcast, Julie and Charlie discuss four of the more common but unexpected side effects of Muscle Activation Techniques® (MAT®). MAT® is a systematic approach to assessing for and addressing neuromuscular inefficiencies, and the effects it can have on the human body are profound and widespread. Check out this week's episode to hear four unexpected side effects that clients often report after MAT®. Resources from this week's episode can be found below: L...

E88 - Training Internal Performance For External Goals

September 04, 2019 08:00 - 31 minutes - 59.4 MB

This week on the Exercise Is Health podcast, Julie and Charlie discuss some of the exercise goals they have set for themselves and how they have been going about training for them. They discuss why they set these goals, the physical and mental struggles they faced when trying to achieve these goals, and the lessons they learned from progressing towards these goals.  Check out all of the details in this week's episode!

E87 - "How are my feet making my back hurt?"

August 28, 2019 08:00 - 27 minutes - 52 MB

This week on the Exercise Is Health podcast, Julie and Charlie answer a listener-submitted question about the relationship between the function of the feet and how the rest of the body might be feeling. If you have heard any of the previous Exercise Is Health episodes on foot function, this episode is a fantastic follow-up. And if you are concerned about the health and function of your feet, or anywhere else in your body, then you need to give this episode a listen to hear how interrelated y...

E86 - The Science of Obesity and Weight Loss - Interview with Dr. Anthony Auriemma of AMITA Health

August 21, 2019 08:00 - 53 minutes - 102 MB

This week on the Exercise Is Health podcast, Julie and Charlie sit down with Dr. Anthony Auriemma of AMITA Health to discuss the science behind obesity and weight loss.  They cover topics such as why the calorie in, calorie out model is broken; the role of gut health on weight loss; why you cannot rely on exercise alone to help you lose weight; the ketogenic diet; and much more.  Check all of the details in this week's episode!

E85 - MAT® Updates From Julie & Charlie

August 14, 2019 08:00 - 48 minutes - 92.7 MB

This week on the Exercise Is Health podcast, Julie and Charlie discuss what has been going on with their bodies over the past few months and what they have noticed since restarting weekly Muscle Activation Techniques® (MAT®) sessions.  If you have ever wondered, "What could MAT® do for me?" you are definitely going to want to give this epsiode a listen. Julie and Charlie explain how some of the most annoying and severe aches and pains they were feeling were able to be greatly improved throu...

E84 - The Three Most Common Bad Exercise Habits We See

August 07, 2019 08:00 - 25 minutes - 48.5 MB

This week on the Exercise Is Health podcast, Julie and Charlie discuss the three most common bad exercise habits they see in the gym.  These bad habits lead to some of the biggest complaints of exercise, such as getting injured or not getting the results you had hoped for.  If you find that your exercise is doing more harm than good, or if you aren't making the progress in the gym that you would like, check this episode out! Links to references made in this podcast can be found below: Th...

E83 - What is the food relationship? Interview with wholistic nutritionist Carly Feldmeier

July 31, 2019 08:00 - 55 minutes - 105 MB

This week on the Exercise Is Health podcast, Julie and Charlie sit down with wholistic nutritionist Carly Feldmeier of Nurturing Through Nature.  Carly specializes in helping clients change their relationship with food, teaching them how to eat more mindfully and bring greater joy to their meals.  Improving the food relationship is often the first step of somebody truly changing how they eat, and not establishing this foundation is often one of the biggest contributors as to why most dieting...

E82 - What is the difference between MAT® and stretching?

July 24, 2019 08:00 - 37 minutes - 70.7 MB

This week on the Exercise Is Health podcast, Julie and Charlie answer a listener-submitted question that is often heard by many professionals in the Muscle Activation Techniqes® (MAT®) community - "What is the difference between MAT® and stretching?"  They go into detail about the differences of the goal(s) of each, the process(es) of each, and why you may decide to do one versus the other. If you have heard about MAT® but aren't sure how it is different than other things you have tried, su...

E81 - What is the missing link of vision training? Interview with neuro-optometrist Dr. Ingryd Lorenzana

July 17, 2019 08:00 - 49 minutes - 94.6 MB

This week on the Exercise Is Health podcast, Julie and Charlie sit down with Dr. Ingryd Lorenzana of the Vision & Sensory Integration Institute in Schaumburg to discuss all things vision and brain performance.  Dr. Lorenzana and her staff specialize in helping improve the function of the brain and the brain-eye connection to improve vision, mental focus, and cognitive performance.  Check out all of the details in this week's epsiode! Dr. Lorenzana and her staff can be contact through their...

E80 - Frozen Shoulder and Your Muscles

July 10, 2019 11:44 - 30 minutes - 57.8 MB

This 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 MB

This 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 MB

This 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 MB

This 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 MB

This 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 MB

This 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 MB

This 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 MB

This 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 MB

This 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 MB

On 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 MB

This 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 MB

This 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 MB

This 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 MB

This 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 MB

This 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 MB

This 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 MB

This 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 MB

This 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 MB

This 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 MB

This 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 MB

The 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 MB

This 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 MB

This 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 MB

This 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 MB

This 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 MB

This 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 MB

This 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 MB

This 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 MB

This 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 MB

This 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 MB

This 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 MB

This 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 MB

This 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 MB

This 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 MB

This 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 MB

This 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 MB

This 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 MB

This 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 MB

This 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 MB

This 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 MB

This 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.

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