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Exercise Is Health
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.
- 909 - E458 - Sleep, Nutrition, or Exercise--Which Should You Prioritize?
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There's no denying that your sleep, your nutrition, and your exercise are all parts of living a strong, healthy life.
But there's also no denying that life gets busy, and as much as we'd like to believe that we can prioritize getting all three perfectly dialed in, that really isn't the case for most people.
So, if you fall into the boat of knowing your sleep, nutrition, and exercise are all important but you aren't sure which to prioritize to live a strong, healthy, active life, we have a conversation for you…
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health podcast, we are diving into this topic to discuss the pros and cons of prioritizing one aspect of health over another.
We lay out what we have seen over the last 15 years regarding what happens when people prioritize one aspect over another, and we give you our recommendation of what we have seen to far and away be the most impactful for people's long term health, strength, and function.
If the idea of revamping your entire lifestyle to try to dial in your sleep, nutrition, and exercise seems daunting, fear not!
This conversation will tell you exactly what we have seen to get you the greatest return on your time and energy.
Check out all the details in this week's episode!
Ready to schedule your first Muscle Activation Techniques® session with us? Click here to get started: http://vagaro.com/muscleactivationschaumburg/services
Looking for custom workout programming that gets designed to your exact specifications to build your strength and athleticism? Sign up for PRO Strength & Performance Programming: https://www.charliecates.com/programming
Would you like to have our guidance implementing the 4 Exercise For Life Principles while you workout?
Join the Exercise For Life Membership for free for 30 days! Just head to www.exerciseforlifestudios.com to get started!
Did you find this episode helpful? Let us know by leaving us a rating and review on the following platforms:
– Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/exercise-is-health/id1330420565
– Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6H1CneHjsPiPStrAeFTP25?si=X1IuXkp0T1KCv3gCtt3j5g
Want to grab a free copy of our best-selling book, "The Exercise For Life Method"?
Click here to order yours while copies are still available! www.exerciseforlifemethod.com Just cover the cost of shipping and handling to have it delivered right to you.
Follow us on Instagram for more exercise tips and content about MAT here:
– Muscle Activation Schaumburg: @muscleactivationschaumburg
– Julie Cates: @julcates
– Charlie Cates: @charliecates
Wed, 07 Oct 2026 - 18min - 908 - E457 - What To Do When Your Body Has Multiple Things Going On
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What do you do when your body has multiple issues going on?
Maybe your shoulder hurts, your back is tight, and your knee has flared up…
How do you handle a situation like this where multiple areas of your body are symptomatic?
For many people, this type of scenario is one of the most frustrating to find themselves in, where everything that could be symptomatic is symptomatic and it all hits at once.
Unfortunately, this kind of thing is more common than you may think, but fortunately for you we have seen it enough times to know there are some tried and true principles that help the best.
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health podcast, those principles are exactly what we are discussing.
If you have ever been caught in a situation where you wake up one day and everything hurts but you don't know what to do, listen up!
What we share in this conversation can remedy that for you once and for all.
Check out all the details in this week's episode!
Ready to schedule your first Muscle Activation Techniques® session with us? Click here to get started: http://vagaro.com/muscleactivationschaumburg/services
Looking for custom workout programming that gets designed to your exact specifications to build your strength and athleticism? Sign up for PRO Strength & Performance Programming: https://www.charliecates.com/programming
Would you like to have our guidance implementing the 4 Exercise For Life Principles while you workout?
Join the Exercise For Life Membership for free for 30 days! Just head to www.exerciseforlifestudios.com to get started!
Did you find this episode helpful? Let us know by leaving us a rating and review on the following platforms:
– Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/exercise-is-health/id1330420565
– Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6H1CneHjsPiPStrAeFTP25?si=X1IuXkp0T1KCv3gCtt3j5g
Want to grab a free copy of our best-selling book, "The Exercise For Life Method"?
Click here to order yours while copies are still available! www.exerciseforlifemethod.com Just cover the cost of shipping and handling to have it delivered right to you.
Follow us on Instagram for more exercise tips and content about MAT here:
– Muscle Activation Schaumburg: @muscleactivationschaumburg
– Julie Cates: @julcates
– Charlie Cates: @charliecates
Wed, 30 Sep 2026 - 19min - 907 - E456 - 3 Things To Do When Your Low Back Flares Up
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Low back flare ups are a common occurrence for many people.
Unfortunately, most strategies for resolving them can actually make them worse.
What we've seen over the last 15 years is there are specific things that are most likely to help calm down a low back flare up, but they fly in the face of the mainstream advice.
What are these things and how can you use them when your low back flares up?
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health podcast, that is exactly what we are discussing.
If you ever experience a low back flare up, this conversation will give you the step-by-step playbook that we have seen to be most effective for hundreds of people over the last decade and a half.
Check out all the details in this week's episode!
Ready to schedule your first Muscle Activation Techniques® session with us? Click here to get started: http://vagaro.com/muscleactivationschaumburg/services
Looking for custom workout programming that gets designed to your exact specifications to build your strength and athleticism? Sign up for PRO Strength & Performance Programming: https://www.charliecates.com/programming
Would you like to have our guidance implementing the 4 Exercise For Life Principles while you workout?
Join the Exercise For Life Membership for free for 30 days! Just head to www.exerciseforlifestudios.com to get started!
Did you find this episode helpful? Let us know by leaving us a rating and review on the following platforms:
– Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/exercise-is-health/id1330420565
– Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6H1CneHjsPiPStrAeFTP25?si=X1IuXkp0T1KCv3gCtt3j5g
Want to grab a free copy of our best-selling book, "The Exercise For Life Method"?
Click here to order yours while copies are still available! www.exerciseforlifemethod.com Just cover the cost of shipping and handling to have it delivered right to you.
Follow us on Instagram for more exercise tips and content about MAT here:
– Muscle Activation Schaumburg: @muscleactivationschaumburg
– Julie Cates: @julcates
– Charlie Cates: @charliecates
Wed, 23 Sep 2026 - 18min - 906 - E455 - Is MAT Strength Training?
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One of the main results of Muscle Activation Techniques® is increased strength.
Whether you workout consistently, play sports, or just live an active life, increased strength is something that many of our clients notice very quickly.
Which naturally leads many clients to ask the question, "Is MAT strength training?"
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health podcast, that is exactly what we are discussing.
After 15 years of doing MAT, we have some insights into this question that many people do not.
And, understanding how MAT and traditional strength training fit together is one of the most important things you can do for your long-term health and function.
So how do we answer this question and what can you use to apply to your own workouts?
That's precisely what we're talking about.
Check out all the details in this week's episode!
Ready to schedule your first Muscle Activation Techniques® session with us? Click here to get started: http://vagaro.com/muscleactivationschaumburg/services
Looking for custom workout programming that gets designed to your exact specifications to build your strength and athleticism? Sign up for PRO Strength & Performance Programming: https://www.charliecates.com/programming
Would you like to have our guidance implementing the 4 Exercise For Life Principles while you workout?
Join the Exercise For Life Membership for free for 30 days! Just head to www.exerciseforlifestudios.com to get started!
Did you find this episode helpful? Let us know by leaving us a rating and review on the following platforms:
– Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/exercise-is-health/id1330420565
– Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6H1CneHjsPiPStrAeFTP25?si=X1IuXkp0T1KCv3gCtt3j5g
Want to grab a free copy of our best-selling book, "The Exercise For Life Method"?
Click here to order yours while copies are still available! www.exerciseforlifemethod.com Just cover the cost of shipping and handling to have it delivered right to you.
Follow us on Instagram for more exercise tips and content about MAT here:
– Muscle Activation Schaumburg: @muscleactivationschaumburg
– Julie Cates: @julcates
– Charlie Cates: @charliecates
Wed, 16 Sep 2026 - 12min - 905 - E454 - Are Weak Feet Always The Cause Of Foot Issues?
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Are weak feet always the cause of foot issues?
We have discussed at length how the strength and function of the muscles of the feet directly affect how the feet feel, but does the story stop there?
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health podcast, we are diving into whether foot issues start and end with weak foot muscles or if there is more to look at than just the feet themselves.
If you have ever had foot issues, such as plantar fasciitis, this conversation will shed some light on why your feet may not be the only piece of the puzzle that needs to be considered and how to go about doing it.
Check out all the details in this week's episode!
Ready to schedule your first Muscle Activation Techniques® session with us? Click here to get started: http://vagaro.com/muscleactivationschaumburg/services
Looking for custom workout programming that gets designed to your exact specifications to build your strength and athleticism? Sign up for PRO Strength & Performance Programming: https://www.charliecates.com/programming
Would you like to have our guidance implementing the 4 Exercise For Life Principles while you workout?
Join the Exercise For Life Membership for free for 30 days! Just head to www.exerciseforlifestudios.com to get started!
Did you find this episode helpful? Let us know by leaving us a rating and review on the following platforms:
– Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/exercise-is-health/id1330420565
– Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6H1CneHjsPiPStrAeFTP25?si=X1IuXkp0T1KCv3gCtt3j5g
Want to grab a free copy of our best-selling book, "The Exercise For Life Method"?
Click here to order yours while copies are still available! www.exerciseforlifemethod.com Just cover the cost of shipping and handling to have it delivered right to you.
Follow us on Instagram for more exercise tips and content about MAT here:
– Muscle Activation Schaumburg: @muscleactivationschaumburg
– Julie Cates: @julcates
– Charlie Cates: @charliecates
Wed, 09 Sep 2026 - 13min - 904 - E453 - The Two Keys For Strong, Healthy Muscles
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Most people don't walk around thinking, "I want strong, healthy muscles."
BUT, nobody walks around thinking, "I want weak, unhealthy muscles."
Unfortunately, unless you are actively pursuing the former, your body is pushing you towards the latter…
…which means if you aren't actively trying to get stronger, your body is naturally getting weaker.
So, how can you set yourself up to build strong, healthy muscles no matter your age or fitness level?
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health podcast, we are diving into the two keys that must happen to build and maintain strong, healthy muscles with each passing year.
If you know you don't want to get weaker as you get older but aren't completely certain on what needs to happen to avoid that, this conversation is for you.
Check out all the details in this week's episode!
Ready to schedule your first Muscle Activation Techniques® session with us? Click here to get started: http://vagaro.com/muscleactivationschaumburg/services
Looking for custom workout programming that gets designed to your exact specifications to build your strength and athleticism? Sign up for PRO Strength & Performance Programming: https://www.charliecates.com/programming
Would you like to have our guidance implementing the 4 Exercise For Life Principles while you workout?
Join the Exercise For Life Membership for free for 30 days! Just head to www.exerciseforlifestudios.com to get started!
Did you find this episode helpful? Let us know by leaving us a rating and review on the following platforms:
– Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/exercise-is-health/id1330420565
– Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6H1CneHjsPiPStrAeFTP25?si=X1IuXkp0T1KCv3gCtt3j5g
Want to grab a free copy of our best-selling book, "The Exercise For Life Method"?
Click here to order yours while copies are still available! www.exerciseforlifemethod.com Just cover the cost of shipping and handling to have it delivered right to you.
Follow us on Instagram for more exercise tips and content about MAT here:
– Muscle Activation Schaumburg: @muscleactivationschaumburg
– Julie Cates: @julcates
– Charlie Cates: @charliecates
Wed, 02 Sep 2026 - 14min - 903 - E452 - The Downfall of Most Home Gyms
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Having a home gym is one of the most convenient ways to exercise consistently.
But, there is a huge issue with many home gyms that actually stops people from getting results.
Whether you are trying to get stronger, build muscle, or maintain your overall health, if this issue isn't addressed, it can completely prevent you from making any progress whatsoever.
What is this issue and how do you prevent it?
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health podcast, that is exactly the question we are answering.
We dive into what this issue is, why it is so prevalent, and how you can easily overcome it with just a couple simple changes.
If you have a home gym or are considering investing in one, listen up!
This conversation will help make sure your home gym is not affected by this common downfall.
Check out all the details in this week's episode!
Ready to schedule your first Muscle Activation Techniques® session with us? Click here to get started: http://vagaro.com/muscleactivationschaumburg/services
Looking for custom workout programming that gets designed to your exact specifications to build your strength and athleticism? Sign up for PRO Strength & Performance Programming: https://www.charliecates.com/programming
Would you like to have our guidance implementing the 4 Exercise For Life Principles while you workout?
Join the Exercise For Life Membership for free for 30 days! Just head to www.exerciseforlifestudios.com to get started!
Did you find this episode helpful? Let us know by leaving us a rating and review on the following platforms:
– Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/exercise-is-health/id1330420565
– Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6H1CneHjsPiPStrAeFTP25?si=X1IuXkp0T1KCv3gCtt3j5g
Want to grab a free copy of our best-selling book, "The Exercise For Life Method"?
Click here to order yours while copies are still available! www.exerciseforlifemethod.com Just cover the cost of shipping and handling to have it delivered right to you.
Follow us on Instagram for more exercise tips and content about MAT here:
– Muscle Activation Schaumburg: @muscleactivationschaumburg
– Julie Cates: @julcates
– Charlie Cates: @charliecates
Wed, 26 Aug 2026 - 15min - 902 - E451 - Your Convenience Doesn't Dictate Your Physiology
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Here's a hard truth that many people struggle with…
What is convenient for your life may not be enough to reach your goals.
This applies to all areas of life, but with exercise specifically, we see this too often.
Unfortunately, while many people stick to doing what is convenient for them, their health, their strength, and their overall function are sacrificed as a result.
So what needs to happen instead?
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health podcast, that is exactly what we are discussing.
If you feel like you are consistent with your workouts but aren't getting the results you want, this conversation provides the perspective shift that you may need in order to break through.
Check out all the details in this week's episode!
Ready to schedule your first Muscle Activation Techniques® session with us? Click here to get started: http://vagaro.com/muscleactivationschaumburg/services
Looking for custom workout programming that gets designed to your exact specifications to build your strength and athleticism? Sign up for PRO Strength & Performance Programming: https://www.charliecates.com/programming
Would you like to have our guidance implementing the 4 Exercise For Life Principles while you workout?
Join the Exercise For Life Membership for free for 30 days! Just head to www.exerciseforlifestudios.com to get started!
Did you find this episode helpful? Let us know by leaving us a rating and review on the following platforms:
– Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/exercise-is-health/id1330420565
– Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6H1CneHjsPiPStrAeFTP25?si=X1IuXkp0T1KCv3gCtt3j5g
Want to grab a free copy of our best-selling book, "The Exercise For Life Method"?
Click here to order yours while copies are still available! www.exerciseforlifemethod.com Just cover the cost of shipping and handling to have it delivered right to you.
Follow us on Instagram for more exercise tips and content about MAT here:
– Muscle Activation Schaumburg: @muscleactivationschaumburg
– Julie Cates: @julcates
– Charlie Cates: @charliecates
Wed, 19 Aug 2026 - 15min - 901 - E450 - Stop Holding Your Shoulder Blades Still
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Have you ever heard that you need to keep your shoulder blades still?
Like they need to be held down and back in order for you to properly do certain movements or exercises?
There's a huge problem with this idea; one that is likely causing many of the issues and symptoms you may be feeling with your shoulders.
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health podcast, we are discussing why this advice is so problematic, what your shoulder blades actually need to be doing during any activity, and how you can make sure they are able to do that.
If you have ever been told that you need to keep your shoulder blades still, we are here to tell you that advice not only is wrong, but is flat out dangerous.
This conversation will explain exactly why.
Check out all the details in this week's episode!
Ready to schedule your first Muscle Activation Techniques® session with us? Click here to get started: http://vagaro.com/muscleactivationschaumburg/services
Looking for custom workout programming that gets designed to your exact specifications to build your strength and athleticism? Sign up for PRO Strength & Performance Programming: https://www.charliecates.com/programming
Would you like to have our guidance implementing the 4 Exercise For Life Principles while you workout?
Join the Exercise For Life Membership for free for 30 days! Just head to www.exerciseforlifestudios.com to get started!
Did you find this episode helpful? Let us know by leaving us a rating and review on the following platforms:
– Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/exercise-is-health/id1330420565
– Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6H1CneHjsPiPStrAeFTP25?si=X1IuXkp0T1KCv3gCtt3j5g
Want to grab a free copy of our best-selling book, "The Exercise For Life Method"?
Click here to order yours while copies are still available! www.exerciseforlifemethod.com Just cover the cost of shipping and handling to have it delivered right to you.
Follow us on Instagram for more exercise tips and content about MAT here:
– Muscle Activation Schaumburg: @muscleactivationschaumburg
– Julie Cates: @julcates
– Charlie Cates: @charliecates
Wed, 12 Aug 2026 - 14min - 900 - E449 - One Of The Easiest Ways To Get Stronger
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Getting stronger requires you to consistently push yourself with your workouts while also staying safe and injury-free.
Many people often sacrifice one of these two for the other–they either push themselves really hard and completely disregard how well their body is recovering or they lean so far towards staying safe that they never challenge themselves.
While we have spent many episodes talking about how to avoid the former pitfall, there is something we haven't ever discussed about avoiding the latter that will have a huge influence on how strong you get.
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health podcast, we are diving into this topic to unveil one of the easiest and most effective ways you can get stronger.
If you have been putting in the time to hit the gym each week but aren't getting the results you want, this one thing likely is missing from the equation for you.
Once you add it in, though, your strength can take off.
Check out all the details in this week's episode!
Ready to schedule your first Muscle Activation Techniques® session with us? Click here to get started: http://vagaro.com/muscleactivationschaumburg/services
Looking for custom workout programming that gets designed to your exact specifications to build your strength and athleticism? Sign up for PRO Strength & Performance Programming: https://www.charliecates.com/programming
Would you like to have our guidance implementing the 4 Exercise For Life Principles while you workout?
Join the Exercise For Life Membership for free for 30 days! Just head to www.exerciseforlifestudios.com to get started!
Did you find this episode helpful? Let us know by leaving us a rating and review on the following platforms:
– Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/exercise-is-health/id1330420565
– Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6H1CneHjsPiPStrAeFTP25?si=X1IuXkp0T1KCv3gCtt3j5g
Want to grab a free copy of our best-selling book, "The Exercise For Life Method"?
Click here to order yours while copies are still available! www.exerciseforlifemethod.com Just cover the cost of shipping and handling to have it delivered right to you.
Follow us on Instagram for more exercise tips and content about MAT here:
– Muscle Activation Schaumburg: @muscleactivationschaumburg
– Julie Cates: @julcates
– Charlie Cates: @charliecates
Wed, 05 Aug 2026 - 14min - 899 - E448 - Why More Information Rarely Helps You
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More information is rarely helpful when it comes to building your health and strength.
Instead of falling into the trap of "paralysis by analysis", taking massive action on the basic things that get you 80% of the way to your goal is far more beneficial for most people.
However, there are two groups of people who often do benefit from getting more information.
Why does more information help these two groups but hinders most people?
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health podcast, that is exactly what we are discussing.
We lay out why information overload is killing your progress, how to overcome it, and when you may actually benefit from getting more information on your body.
If you have been dragging your feet getting started because you have been waiting for the perfect time or circumstances, listen up!
This episode will be the fire you need to take control of your health and workouts despite not having all the pieces to the puzzle.
Check out all the details in this week's episode!
Ready to schedule your first Muscle Activation Techniques® session with us? Click here to get started: http://vagaro.com/muscleactivationschaumburg/services
Looking for custom workout programming that gets designed to your exact specifications to build your strength and athleticism? Sign up for PRO Strength & Performance Programming: https://www.charliecates.com/programming
Would you like to have our guidance implementing the 4 Exercise For Life Principles while you workout?
Join the Exercise For Life Membership for free for 30 days! Just head to www.exerciseforlifestudios.com to get started!
Did you find this episode helpful? Let us know by leaving us a rating and review on the following platforms:
– Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/exercise-is-health/id1330420565
– Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6H1CneHjsPiPStrAeFTP25?si=X1IuXkp0T1KCv3gCtt3j5g
Want to grab a free copy of our best-selling book, "The Exercise For Life Method"?
Click here to order yours while copies are still available! www.exerciseforlifemethod.com Just cover the cost of shipping and handling to have it delivered right to you.
Follow us on Instagram for more exercise tips and content about MAT here:
– Muscle Activation Schaumburg: @muscleactivationschaumburg
– Julie Cates: @julcates
– Charlie Cates: @charliecates
Wed, 29 Jul 2026 - 17min - 898 - E447 - Two Interesting Characteristics Of Our Clients Who Get The Best Results
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Success leaves clues, and when you look at the clients who have the most success with us, they are no exception to this rule.
In fact, there are two distinct characteristics of the clients who get the best results with Muscle Activation Techniques® and strength training that we have seen come up time and again.
Fortunately, these characteristics are learnable and can be implemented by anybody really quickly.
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health podcast, we are discussing what these two characteristics are, why they are so impactful on the results people get, and how you can start implementing them in your life right now.
If you want a quick and easy way to start improving the results you get with your workouts and in many areas of your life, this is a discussion you need to hear.
Check out all the details in this week's episode!
Ready to schedule your first Muscle Activation Techniques® session with us? Click here to get started: http://vagaro.com/muscleactivationschaumburg/services
Looking for custom workout programming that gets designed to your exact specifications to build your strength and athleticism? Sign up for PRO Strength & Performance Programming: https://www.charliecates.com/programming
Would you like to have our guidance implementing the 4 Exercise For Life Principles while you workout?
Join the Exercise For Life Membership for free for 30 days! Just head to www.exerciseforlifestudios.com to get started!
Did you find this episode helpful? Let us know by leaving us a rating and review on the following platforms:
– Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/exercise-is-health/id1330420565
– Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6H1CneHjsPiPStrAeFTP25?si=X1IuXkp0T1KCv3gCtt3j5g
Want to grab a free copy of our best-selling book, "The Exercise For Life Method"?
Click here to order yours while copies are still available! www.exerciseforlifemethod.com Just cover the cost of shipping and handling to have it delivered right to you.
Follow us on Instagram for more exercise tips and content about MAT here:
– Muscle Activation Schaumburg: @muscleactivationschaumburg
– Julie Cates: @julcates
– Charlie Cates: @charliecates
Wed, 22 Jul 2026 - 15min - 897 - E446 - One Thing That Is More Important Than Frequency With MAT
Get Started With Muscle Activation Techniques® To Loosen Your Tight & Achy Muscles Without Stretching: https://www.matschaumburg.com
With Muscle Activation Techniques®, meeting frequently early on is extremely helpful to build a solid foundation and correct a lot of underlying issues.
However, once that foundation is built and your body is feeling stronger and more mobile, there is something that is more important than meeting frequently to help you maintain these results.
While frequency is a big piece of the puzzle if you want to continue to progress your strength and function, there is something that takes precedence over frequency once you switch to a maintenance plan with your MAT.
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health podcast, we are unveiling what this one thing is and explaining why it is so important.
If you have ever wondered if MAT is like many other things where you need to keep getting it done every week for the rest of forever, listen up!
This conversation will answer that question for you once and for all.
Check out all the details in this week's episode!
Ready to schedule your first Muscle Activation Techniques® session with us? Click here to get started: http://vagaro.com/muscleactivationschaumburg/services
Looking for custom workout programming that gets designed to your exact specifications to build your strength and athleticism? Sign up for PRO Strength & Performance Programming: https://www.charliecates.com/programming
Would you like to have our guidance implementing the 4 Exercise For Life Principles while you workout?
Join the Exercise For Life Membership for free for 30 days! Just head to www.exerciseforlifestudios.com to get started!
Did you find this episode helpful? Let us know by leaving us a rating and review on the following platforms:
– Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/exercise-is-health/id1330420565
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Wed, 15 Jul 2026 - 15min - 896 - E445 - One Thing That's More Important Than Where Your Pain Is
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One of the most common stories out there is that the pain you feel indicates where your underlying issues are.
Elbow hurts? Elbow issue.
Back is painful? Back issue.
Knee aches? Knee issue.
As easy as this story is to follow, it is largely untrue.
Fortunately, though, there are indicators that are a lot more telling about where your underlying issues actually are.
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health podcast, we are diving into the one that, in our opinion, gives the clearest information about what is going on with your body and how to resolve it.
If you have ever been caught on the hamster wheel of, "My symptoms are here so that's where my issues are," listen up!
What we share in this conversation can provide a huge perspective shift to get you going in the right direction.
Check out all the details in this week's episode!
Ready to schedule your first Muscle Activation Techniques® session with us? Click here to get started: http://vagaro.com/muscleactivationschaumburg/services
Looking for custom workout programming that gets designed to your exact specifications to build your strength and athleticism? Sign up for PRO Strength & Performance Programming: https://www.charliecates.com/programming
Would you like to have our guidance implementing the 4 Exercise For Life Principles while you workout?
Join the Exercise For Life Membership for free for 30 days! Just head to www.exerciseforlifestudios.com to get started!
Did you find this episode helpful? Let us know by leaving us a rating and review on the following platforms:
– Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/exercise-is-health/id1330420565
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Want to grab a free copy of our best-selling book, "The Exercise For Life Method"?
Click here to order yours while copies are still available! www.exerciseforlifemethod.com Just cover the cost of shipping and handling to have it delivered right to you.
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Wed, 08 Jul 2026 - 13min - 895 - E444 - Should You Do MAT With A Disc Issue?
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Disc issues are one of the most common trouble areas we hear about from people.
Whether it is a herniated disc in the low back or a bulging disc in the neck, it has been reported that 80% of people over the age of 30 have some type of disc issue.
So if you fall into this category, should you seek out Muscle Activation Techniques® to help?
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health podcast, we are diving into the topic of discs, muscles, and MAT, and discussing the relationship between all three.
If you have ever considered doing MAT but aren't sure if you should pursue it with a disc issue, listen up!
What we share in this conversation will clear up everything you have been wondering.
Check out all the details in this week's episode!
Ready to schedule your first Muscle Activation Techniques® session with us? Click here to get started: http://vagaro.com/muscleactivationschaumburg/services
Looking for custom workout programming that gets designed to your exact specifications to build your strength and athleticism? Sign up for PRO Strength & Performance Programming: https://www.charliecates.com/programming
Would you like to have our guidance implementing the 4 Exercise For Life Principles while you workout?
Join the Exercise For Life Membership for free for 30 days! Just head to www.exerciseforlifestudios.com to get started!
Did you find this episode helpful? Let us know by leaving us a rating and review on the following platforms:
– Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/exercise-is-health/id1330420565
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Want to grab a free copy of our best-selling book, "The Exercise For Life Method"?
Click here to order yours while copies are still available! www.exerciseforlifemethod.com Just cover the cost of shipping and handling to have it delivered right to you.
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– Muscle Activation Schaumburg: @muscleactivationschaumburg
– Julie Cates: @julcates
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Wed, 01 Jul 2026 - 15min - 894 - E443 - Should You Be Wearing Barefoot Shoes?
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Should you be wearing barefoot shoes?
While some people swear by them, others feel like there is absolutely no possible way they could ever wear barefoot shoes.
So what's the deal?
Are they right for you? What kinds of benefits do they provide? And are they something you can jump into using without a second thought?
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health podcast, we are talking all about barefoot shoes, their pros and cons, and how we recommend everybody approach using them.
If you have ever considered barefoot shoes but have been hesitant to do so, listen up!
What we discuss in this conversation will give you the confidence to make an informed decision as to whether or not they are right for you.
Check out all the details in this week's episode!
Ready to schedule your first Muscle Activation Techniques® session with us? Click here to get started: http://vagaro.com/muscleactivationschaumburg/services
Looking for custom workout programming that gets designed to your exact specifications to build your strength and athleticism? Sign up for PRO Strength & Performance Programming: https://www.charliecates.com/programming
Would you like to have our guidance implementing the 4 Exercise For Life Principles while you workout?
Join the Exercise For Life Membership for free for 30 days! Just head to www.exerciseforlifestudios.com to get started!
Did you find this episode helpful? Let us know by leaving us a rating and review on the following platforms:
– Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/exercise-is-health/id1330420565
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Want to grab a free copy of our best-selling book, "The Exercise For Life Method"?
Click here to order yours while copies are still available! www.exerciseforlifemethod.com Just cover the cost of shipping and handling to have it delivered right to you.
Follow us on Instagram for more exercise tips and content about MAT here:
– Muscle Activation Schaumburg: @muscleactivationschaumburg
– Julie Cates: @julcates
– Charlie Cates: @charliecates
Wed, 24 Jun 2026 - 22min - 893 - E442 - Why You May Need To Exercise More Intensely If Your Body Is Breaking Down
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Does your body feel like it is breaking down?
Maybe your knee feels achy, your back feels tight, or your shoulders are pinchy.
Or maybe it just feels like you are "getting old".
A lot of times, when people feel this way, they are hesitant to exercise intensely–or exercise at all.
But, truth be told, exercising at a low intensity may actually be causing your body to break down faster.
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health podcast, we are explaining why this is and how we recommend increasing your exercise intensity while making sure you stay safe.
If you have been resistant to exercising intensely because of how your body feels, this conversation will give you the confidence you need to start ramping up your workouts to build your strength and function without feeling achy, sore, or injured.
Check out all the details in this week's episode!
Ready to schedule your first Muscle Activation Techniques® session with us? Click here to get started: http://vagaro.com/muscleactivationschaumburg/services
Looking for custom workout programming that gets designed to your exact specifications to build your strength and athleticism? Sign up for PRO Strength & Performance Programming: https://www.charliecates.com/programming
Would you like to have our guidance implementing the 4 Exercise For Life Principles while you workout?
Join the Exercise For Life Membership for free for 30 days! Just head to www.exerciseforlifestudios.com to get started!
Did you find this episode helpful? Let us know by leaving us a rating and review on the following platforms:
– Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/exercise-is-health/id1330420565
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Want to grab a free copy of our best-selling book, "The Exercise For Life Method"?
Click here to order yours while copies are still available! www.exerciseforlifemethod.com Just cover the cost of shipping and handling to have it delivered right to you.
Follow us on Instagram for more exercise tips and content about MAT here:
– Muscle Activation Schaumburg: @muscleactivationschaumburg
– Julie Cates: @julcates
– Charlie Cates: @charliecates
Wed, 17 Jun 2026 - 17min - 892 - E441 - Your Body's Two Fences That Dictate Your Mobility
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Your body has two types of fences that dictate how well it can move.
While some people may be very mobile through their hips and knees, other people may be very mobile in their back and shoulders.
And some people, no matter how hard they try, seem to never be able to improve their mobility, while other people just need a little nudge and their body completely opens up.
Much of these scenarios are determined by the metaphorical fences that we are discussing on this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health podcast.
What are these fences and how can you use this information to help your body move better?
This conversation will lay out exactly what you need to know.
Check out all the details in this week's episode!
Ready to schedule your first Muscle Activation Techniques® session with us? Click here to get started: http://vagaro.com/muscleactivationschaumburg/services
Looking for custom workout programming that gets designed to your exact specifications to build your strength and athleticism? Sign up for PRO Strength & Performance Programming: https://www.charliecates.com/programming
Would you like to have our guidance implementing the 4 Exercise For Life Principles while you workout?
Join the Exercise For Life Membership for free for 30 days! Just head to www.exerciseforlifestudios.com to get started!
Did you find this episode helpful? Let us know by leaving us a rating and review on the following platforms:
– Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/exercise-is-health/id1330420565
– Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6H1CneHjsPiPStrAeFTP25?si=X1IuXkp0T1KCv3gCtt3j5g
Want to grab a free copy of our best-selling book, "The Exercise For Life Method"?
Click here to order yours while copies are still available! www.exerciseforlifemethod.com Just cover the cost of shipping and handling to have it delivered right to you.
Follow us on Instagram for more exercise tips and content about MAT here:
– Muscle Activation Schaumburg: @muscleactivationschaumburg
– Julie Cates: @julcates
– Charlie Cates: @charliecates
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 - 19min - 891 - E440 - How To Improve Your Cardio Without High Impact
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Does your body hurt when you do high-impact exercises?
If so, you are not alone.
Unfortunately, many ways of doing cardio are higher-impact, which can leave your joints feeling angry when you are just wanting to build a healthier heart.
So, how can you improve your cardio without suffering from the negative effects of high-impact exercises?
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health podcast, that is exactly what we are answering for you.
We lay out our top two recommended ways of working out to build your cardiovascular fitness while still being respectful of your joints.
And, we teach you precisely what we do with our clients when helping them do this exact thing.
If you have tried to get into better cardiovascular shape but have cut your efforts short because your body couldn't take the impact, listen up!
This conversation will give you two keys you can start applying to your workouts immediately to improve your cardio without stressing your joints.
Check out all the details in this week's episode!
Ready to schedule your first Muscle Activation Techniques® session with us? Click here to get started: http://vagaro.com/muscleactivationschaumburg/services
Looking for custom workout programming that gets designed to your exact specifications to build your strength and athleticism? Sign up for PRO Strength & Performance Programming: https://www.charliecates.com/programming
Would you like to have our guidance implementing the 4 Exercise For Life Principles while you workout?
Join the Exercise For Life Membership for free for 30 days! Just head to www.exerciseforlifestudios.com to get started!
Did you find this episode helpful? Let us know by leaving us a rating and review on the following platforms:
– Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/exercise-is-health/id1330420565
– Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6H1CneHjsPiPStrAeFTP25?si=X1IuXkp0T1KCv3gCtt3j5g
Want to grab a free copy of our best-selling book, "The Exercise For Life Method"?
Click here to order yours while copies are still available! www.exerciseforlifemethod.com Just cover the cost of shipping and handling to have it delivered right to you.
Follow us on Instagram for more exercise tips and content about MAT here:
– Muscle Activation Schaumburg: @muscleactivationschaumburg
– Julie Cates: @julcates
– Charlie Cates: @charliecates
Wed, 03 Jun 2026 - 15min - 890 - E439 - 3 Musts For Getting Your Workouts In Consistently
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There are three things that must be present in order for you to workout consistently.
If you are struggling to consistently workout, one of these three things is guaranteed to be missing.
What are these three "musts" and how can you implement them into your day?
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health podcast, that is exactly what we are discussing.
We break down what each "must" is, why it is important, and what changes you need to make in order to have it be part of your routine.
If you know you need to be working out and you want to workout but you aren't doing so on a regular basis, at least one of these "musts" is missing from your life.
This conversation will help you identify which one it is and give you the plan to put it back in.
Check out all the details in this week's episode!
Ready to schedule your first Muscle Activation Techniques® session with us? Click here to get started: http://vagaro.com/muscleactivationschaumburg/services
Looking for custom workout programming that gets designed to your exact specifications to build your strength and athleticism? Sign up for PRO Strength & Performance Programming: https://www.charliecates.com/programming
Would you like to have our guidance implementing the 4 Exercise For Life Principles while you workout?
Join the Exercise For Life Membership for free for 30 days! Just head to www.exerciseforlifestudios.com to get started!
Did you find this episode helpful? Let us know by leaving us a rating and review on the following platforms:
– Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/exercise-is-health/id1330420565
– Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6H1CneHjsPiPStrAeFTP25?si=X1IuXkp0T1KCv3gCtt3j5g
Want to grab a free copy of our best-selling book, "The Exercise For Life Method"?
Click here to order yours while copies are still available! www.exerciseforlifemethod.com Just cover the cost of shipping and handling to have it delivered right to you.
Follow us on Instagram for more exercise tips and content about MAT here:
– Muscle Activation Schaumburg: @muscleactivationschaumburg
– Julie Cates: @julcates
– Charlie Cates: @charliecates
Wed, 27 May 2026 - 15min - 889 - E438 - 2 Easy Ways To Make Your Workouts More Effective
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You don't need a new workout routine to get better results from your workouts.
You just need to switch a couple things about HOW you are doing your workouts.
In fact, you can do the exact same exercises you are currently doing, with the same sets and reps, the same workouts times and times per week, and simply by changing these two things, you will get better results from your workouts.
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health podcast, we are detailing out what these two things are and how to use them in your workouts.
If you are already putting in the effort to get your workouts in and want better results without needing to workout harder or more often, listen up!
These two easy things are the pathway to do just that.
Check out all the details in this week's episode!
Ready to schedule your first Muscle Activation Techniques® session with us? Click here to get started: http://vagaro.com/muscleactivationschaumburg/services
Looking for custom workout programming that gets designed to your exact specifications to build your strength and athleticism? Sign up for PRO Strength & Performance Programming: https://www.charliecates.com/programming
Would you like to have our guidance implementing the 4 Exercise For Life Principles while you workout?
Join the Exercise For Life Membership for free for 30 days! Just head to www.exerciseforlifestudios.com to get started!
Did you find this episode helpful? Let us know by leaving us a rating and review on the following platforms:
– Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/exercise-is-health/id1330420565
– Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6H1CneHjsPiPStrAeFTP25?si=X1IuXkp0T1KCv3gCtt3j5g
Want to grab a free copy of our best-selling book, "The Exercise For Life Method"?
Click here to order yours while copies are still available! www.exerciseforlifemethod.com Just cover the cost of shipping and handling to have it delivered right to you.
Follow us on Instagram for more exercise tips and content about MAT here:
– Muscle Activation Schaumburg: @muscleactivationschaumburg
– Julie Cates: @julcates
– Charlie Cates: @charliecates
Wed, 20 May 2026 - 12min - 888 - E437 - One Huge Benefit Of Consistent MAT & Exercise
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Consistently exercising and getting Muscle Activation Techniques® are two of the most important things you can do for your strength and health overall.
While there are many benefits that can be experienced soon after you get started with each, there are some unique benefits that you are more likely to experience once you have been consistent for about 12 months.
And, one of these benefits in particular is often the most impactful on your strength and function.
What is this big benefit and why should it matter to you?
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health podcast, that is exactly what we are discussing.
We are diving into what this benefit is, why it takes so long to be experienced, and why it is important to get to the place where you can experience it.
If you have ever wondered why we are so big on maintaining consistency with your MAT and strength training, this conversation unveils a huge piece of the equation.
Check out all the details in this week's episode!
Ready to schedule your first Muscle Activation Techniques® session with us? Click here to get started: http://vagaro.com/muscleactivationschaumburg/services
Looking for custom workout programming that gets designed to your exact specifications to build your strength and athleticism? Sign up for PRO Strength & Performance Programming: https://www.charliecates.com/programming
Would you like to have our guidance implementing the 4 Exercise For Life Principles while you workout?
Join the Exercise For Life Membership for free for 30 days! Just head to www.exerciseforlifestudios.com to get started!
Did you find this episode helpful? Let us know by leaving us a rating and review on the following platforms:
– Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/exercise-is-health/id1330420565
– Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6H1CneHjsPiPStrAeFTP25?si=X1IuXkp0T1KCv3gCtt3j5g
Want to grab a free copy of our best-selling book, "The Exercise For Life Method"?
Click here to order yours while copies are still available! www.exerciseforlifemethod.com Just cover the cost of shipping and handling to have it delivered right to you.
Follow us on Instagram for more exercise tips and content about MAT here:
– Muscle Activation Schaumburg: @muscleactivationschaumburg
– Julie Cates: @julcates
– Charlie Cates: @charliecates
Wed, 13 May 2026 - 14min - 887 - E436 - How Soon After Your MAT Session Can You Exercise?
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How soon after your Muscle Activation Techniques® session can you exercise?
Many clients want to keep up their regular workout routine while getting their muscles tuned up with MAT, but how long after a session should you wait to workout again?
While working out–and strength training in particular–are certainly an important part of maintaining healthy, strong muscles, exercising too soon after your MAT session can actually prevent you from getting the results you want with MAT.
So how soon is too soon?
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health podcast, that is the exact question we are answering.
If you have ever tried to figure out the timing between your MAT dsessions and your workouts and want to know how long between each you should wait, this conversation will clear that up for you.
Check out all the details in this week's episode!
Ready to schedule your first Muscle Activation Techniques® session with us? Click here to get started: http://vagaro.com/muscleactivationschaumburg/services
Looking for custom workout programming that gets designed to your exact specifications to build your strength and athleticism? Sign up for PRO Strength & Performance Programming: https://www.charliecates.com/programming
Would you like to have our guidance implementing the 4 Exercise For Life Principles while you workout?
Join the Exercise For Life Membership for free for 30 days! Just head to www.exerciseforlifestudios.com to get started!
Did you find this episode helpful? Let us know by leaving us a rating and review on the following platforms:
– Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/exercise-is-health/id1330420565
– Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6H1CneHjsPiPStrAeFTP25?si=X1IuXkp0T1KCv3gCtt3j5g
Want to grab a free copy of our best-selling book, "The Exercise For Life Method"?
Click here to order yours while copies are still available! www.exerciseforlifemethod.com Just cover the cost of shipping and handling to have it delivered right to you.
Follow us on Instagram for more exercise tips and content about MAT here:
– Muscle Activation Schaumburg: @muscleactivationschaumburg
– Julie Cates: @julcates
– Charlie Cates: @charliecates
Wed, 06 May 2026 - 14min - 886 - E435 - The #1 Thing That Determines Your Workout Success
Get Started With Muscle Activation Techniques® To Loosen Your Tight & Achy Muscles Without Stretching: https://www.matschaumburg.com
What determines how successful you are at getting the results you want from your workouts?
While a lot of people push different workout strategies, nutrition plans, and recovery routines to get results, we have found that there is one thing above all else that has the biggest influence on your results.
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health podcast, we are diving into what this one thing is, why it is so powerful, and how to make sure it is a primary focus for you and your workout plan.
If you feel like you have not been getting the results you want from your workouts, it is highly likely that you are missing this one variable.
This conversation will change that for you.
Check out all the details in this week's episode!
Ready to schedule your first Muscle Activation Techniques® session with us? Click here to get started: http://vagaro.com/muscleactivationschaumburg/services
Looking for custom workout programming that gets designed to your exact specifications to build your strength and athleticism? Sign up for PRO Strength & Performance Programming: https://www.charliecates.com/programming
Would you like to have our guidance implementing the 4 Exercise For Life Principles while you workout?
Join the Exercise For Life Membership for free for 30 days! Just head to www.exerciseforlifestudios.com to get started!
Did you find this episode helpful? Let us know by leaving us a rating and review on the following platforms:
– Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/exercise-is-health/id1330420565
– Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6H1CneHjsPiPStrAeFTP25?si=X1IuXkp0T1KCv3gCtt3j5g
Want to grab a free copy of our best-selling book, "The Exercise For Life Method"?
Click here to order yours while copies are still available! www.exerciseforlifemethod.com Just cover the cost of shipping and handling to have it delivered right to you.
Follow us on Instagram for more exercise tips and content about MAT here:
– Muscle Activation Schaumburg: @muscleactivationschaumburg
– Julie Cates: @julcates
– Charlie Cates: @charliecates
Wed, 29 Apr 2026 - 17min - 885 - E434 - What To Default To When Your Body Feels Off
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What do you do when your body feels off?
Maybe you have a nagging pain that just isn't going away.
Or maybe you woke up feeling like you, once again, "slept wrong".
Or maybe you just feel like your entire body is wading through thick mud today–heavy, lethargic, fatigued…
What do you do when you have a day–or a week or a month–like this?
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health podcast, we are discussing what we recommend almost everybody default to doing when they are feeling off in these ways.
While there are many promoted remedies and plans for fixes, we have seen time and again that skipping past the information overwhelm and instead taking this one action makes a huge difference in the right direction for most people.
Check out all the details in this week's episode!
Ready to schedule your first Muscle Activation Techniques® session with us? Click here to get started: http://vagaro.com/muscleactivationschaumburg/services
Looking for custom workout programming that gets designed to your exact specifications to build your strength and athleticism? Sign up for PRO Strength & Performance Programming: https://www.charliecates.com/programming
Would you like to have our guidance implementing the 4 Exercise For Life Principles while you workout?
Join the Exercise For Life Membership for free for 30 days! Just head to www.exerciseforlifestudios.com to get started!
Did you find this episode helpful? Let us know by leaving us a rating and review on the following platforms:
– Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/exercise-is-health/id1330420565
– Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6H1CneHjsPiPStrAeFTP25?si=X1IuXkp0T1KCv3gCtt3j5g
Want to grab a free copy of our best-selling book, "The Exercise For Life Method"?
Click here to order yours while copies are still available! www.exerciseforlifemethod.com Just cover the cost of shipping and handling to have it delivered right to you.
Follow us on Instagram for more exercise tips and content about MAT here:
– Muscle Activation Schaumburg: @muscleactivationschaumburg
– Julie Cates: @julcates
– Charlie Cates: @charliecates
Wed, 22 Apr 2026 - 19min - 884 - E433 - PSA - Stronger Is Always Better
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It is rare for us to speak in absolutes. Typically, we try to leave room for nuance and individual considerations.
But, there is one stance that we feel 100% certain about…
Stronger is always better.
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health podcast, we are diving into what we mean by this; why we believe this to be true 100% of the time; and what this means for you, your workouts, and your body.
If you have ever thought to yourself, "I don't know if I should be exercising right now because I have _____ issue going on," listen up!
We lay it out for you as simply as we can as to why you absolutely need to still be strengthening.
Check out all the details in this week's episode!
Ready to schedule your first Muscle Activation Techniques® session with us? Click here to get started: http://vagaro.com/muscleactivationschaumburg/services
Looking for custom workout programming that gets designed to your exact specifications to build your strength and athleticism? Sign up for PRO Strength & Performance Programming: https://www.charliecates.com/programming
Would you like to have our guidance implementing the 4 Exercise For Life Principles while you workout?
Join the Exercise For Life Membership for free for 30 days! Just head to www.exerciseforlifestudios.com to get started!
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Wed, 15 Apr 2026 - 17min - 883 - E432 - What Happens When You Stop Strength Training?
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What happens when you stop strength training?
Many people who are active in their teens and twenties slow down their strength training by the time they hit their thirties, but what does this mean for their body?
How long can you expect to hold onto the strength you have built and how quickly will your body regress once it starts to lose strength?
And, once you are on the downward slope of losing strength, is there a way to get back to the strength levels you were at before?
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health podcast, we are answering all of these questions and more.
If you have taken some time away from strength training, this conversation can be a look into the crystal ball of what you can expect to happen to your body in the years to come as well as provide a practical plan to flatten out the downward slope as much as possible.
Check out all the details in this week's episode!
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Wed, 08 Apr 2026 - 16min - 882 - E431 - Why You Need Muscle Connection AND Muscle Strength
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How strong your muscles are is distinctly different from how connected your muscles are, and both are absolutely essential to living an active life in a body that feels good.
While most people may only be focusing on one aspect or the other, we see time and again that when clients start focusing on BOTH, their ability to live life on their terms improves dramatically.
But what exactly is the difference between muscle strength and muscle connection and why is each so necessary to your overall wellbeing?
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health podcast, that is exactly what we are discussing.
We are diving into what we mean by muscle strength and muscle connection, why you need to be focusing on both throughout your week, and practical steps you can take to improve each.
Check out all the details in this week's episode!
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Wed, 01 Apr 2026 - 17min - 881 - E430 - One Thing You Need To Know Before Starting Muscle Activation Techniques®
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Some of the biggest fans of Muscle Activation Techniques® are people who had such a dramatic change after one session that they are convinced that is all it takes.
While these types of sessions do happen, the truth is that it is mostly dumb luck when they do.
Unfortunately, believing the hype that you only need one session for MAT to fix everything leaves a lot of people frustrated with MAT when they don't have that same experience.
Instead, there is one thing we have seen time and again have a huge influence on how successful somebody is with MAT.
And, when you know what this one thing is before you start MAT, you can dramatically improve the likelihood of getting the successful outcome you want.
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health podcast, we are discussing what this one thing is and why it is so important to understand if you are getting MAT.
If you started doing MAT because somebody told you it only took them one session to have everything fixed, listen up!
There is a crucial part of this story you need to know in order to give you the best chance of success with MAT.
Check out all the details in this week's episode!
Ready to schedule your first Muscle Activation Techniques® session with us? Click here to get started: http://vagaro.com/muscleactivationschaumburg/services
Looking for custom workout programming that gets designed to your exact specifications to build your strength and athleticism? Sign up for PRO Strength & Performance Programming: https://www.charliecates.com/programming
Would you like to have our guidance implementing the 4 Exercise For Life Principles while you workout?
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Wed, 25 Mar 2026 - 18min - 880 - E429 - Why Stretching Isn't Helping You Stay Loose
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Stretching is the most common way to loosen up tight muscles, but there's a big problem–it doesn't help you STAY loose.
Sure, stretching can create a short-term feeling of looseness, but it doesn't actually keep the tightness away.
In fact, the tightness often comes back more intense than before, which traps many people in a cycle of feeling tight, stretching, creating short-term relief, and then feeling tight all over again.
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health podcast, we are diving into why this is and what needs to be done instead.
If you have ever found yourself on the "tight/loose rollercoaster" of stretching, listen up!
There is something that stretching misses that will keep you feeling that way indefinitely unless you change your actions.
Check out all the details in this week's episode!
Ready to schedule your first Muscle Activation Techniques® session with us? Click here to get started: http://vagaro.com/muscleactivationschaumburg/services
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Wed, 18 Mar 2026 - 17min - 879 - E428 - What Does Effective Total Body Strength Training Look Like?
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Total body strength training is something we recommend to almost all of our clients.
Time and again we have seen this to be an effective and efficient way to build strength, but how total body strength training is portrayed by mainstream fitness gives the absolute wrong impression of what actually needs to be done.
In fact, what we recommend for total body strength training is a complete 180 to what is commonly thought of as total body strength training.
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health podcast, we are diving into what we mean by total body strength training, why it is so effective compared to what the mainstream fitness industry promotes as total body, and how to easily implement it into your workout routine.
If you are looking for a simple way to strengthen your muscles, total body strength training is a must.
We explain exactly what this is and how to do it in this conversation.
Check out all the details in this week's episode!
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Would you like to have our guidance implementing the 4 Exercise For Life Principles while you workout?
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Wed, 11 Mar 2026 - 16min - 878 - E427 - The Unspoken Truth About Making Strength Gains
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There is a lot of information out there about what it takes to get stronger and this is something we have spoken about often, as well.
What isn't talked about too much, though, is what the actual process of getting stronger looks like how quickly you should expect to see strength gains, how long those strength gains will go on for, etc.
Unfortunately, there is one big misconception about the process of increasing your muscle strength that deters a lot of people from continuing to try even when they are making progress.
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health podcast, we are diving into this misconception and unveiling the truth about what actually happens during the strengthening process.
If you have ever felt discouraged that you weren't doing the right things because of seeing your numbers in the weight room fluctuate, listen up!
There is something you aren't being told by the mainstream fitness industry that will clear all of this up for you.
Check out all the details in this week's episode!
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Looking for custom workout programming that gets designed to your exact specifications to build your strength and athleticism? Sign up for PRO Strength & Performance Programming: https://www.charliecates.com/programming
Would you like to have our guidance implementing the 4 Exercise For Life Principles while you workout?
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Wed, 04 Mar 2026 - 14min - 877 - E426 - An Early Marker of Improved Muscle Strength & Function
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Muscle strength is often measured by the amount of weight that you can lift, but did you know there is actually an earlier indication that your muscles are getting stronger?
This early marker is one of the first things we see improve with many of our clients, and without realizing how important of a sign it is, it is really easy to overlook.
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health podcast, we are diving into what this early marker is, why it is so important, and how to recognize it within yourself.
If you have ever wondered if making strength gains means more than just seeing your weight room numbers increase, listen up!
What we share in this conversation will give you confidence that you are making progress much sooner than expected.
Check out all the details in this week's episode!
Ready to schedule your first Muscle Activation Techniques® session with us? Click here to get started: http://vagaro.com/muscleactivationschaumburg/services
Looking for custom workout programming that gets designed to your exact specifications to build your strength and athleticism? Sign up for PRO Strength & Performance Programming: https://www.charliecates.com/programming
Would you like to have our guidance implementing the 4 Exercise For Life Principles while you workout?
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Did you find this episode helpful? Let us know by leaving us a rating and review on the following platforms:
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Wed, 25 Feb 2026 - 15min - 876 - E425 - An Unexpected Benefit Of Muscle Activation Techniques®
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There are many well-known benefits of Muscle Activation Techniques® (MAT) like increasing strength and relieving tight muscles.
However, there is one benefit of MAT that very few people know about when they start but almost everybody experiences at some point in their MAT journey.
This benefit, while not discussed as much as the changes in strength and symptoms, actually has one of the biggest impacts on people's overall quality of life and what they are able to consistently do throughout their day.
And to us, it is one of the most valuable responses to consistently getting MAT.
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health podcast, this unexpected benefit is exactly what we are discussing.
We break down what this benefit is, how it happens, and why it is so impactful for so many people.
If increased strength and mobility sound great but you are wondering if MAT can provide you more than that, listen up!
We dive into one of the biggest benefits many people get from MAT.
Check out all the details in this week's episode!
Ready to schedule your first Muscle Activation Techniques® session with us? Click here to get started: http://vagaro.com/muscleactivationschaumburg/services
Looking for custom workout programming that gets designed to your exact specifications to build your strength and athleticism? Sign up for PRO Strength & Performance Programming: https://www.charliecates.com/programming
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Wed, 18 Feb 2026 - 13min - 875 - E424 - What To Do If Your Everyday Activities Are Flaring Up Your Body
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Does your body get flared up even though you are just doing all the things you normally do?
Meaning, there's nothing out of the ordinary that you did, and yet your body still flares up…
Believe it or not, everyday activities are one of the biggest culprits we see that cause people's bodies to not feel well, so how can you overcome this if the things you enjoy doing every day and the things you need to do every day are causing your body to break down?
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health podcast, that is exactly what we are diving into.
There are specific considerations that need to be taken if you feel like the things you do all the time are the things that are causing your issues, and knowing how to navigate that process is key to making sure you can get back to feeling well while living your life.
If you feel like your regular activities are taking a toll on your body, listen up!
There are some simple steps you can take to change this.
Check out all the details in this week's episode!
Ready to schedule your first Muscle Activation Techniques® session with us? Click here to get started: http://vagaro.com/muscleactivationschaumburg/services
Looking for custom workout programming that gets designed to your exact specifications to build your strength and athleticism? Sign up for PRO Strength & Performance Programming: https://www.charliecates.com/programming
Would you like to have our guidance implementing the 4 Exercise For Life Principles while you workout?
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Did you find this episode helpful? Let us know by leaving us a rating and review on the following platforms:
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Wed, 11 Feb 2026 - 14min - 874 - E423 - What To Expect When You Go From Symptom-Focused MAT To Strength-Focused MAT
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Muscle Activation Techniques® (MAT) is one of the most effective ways to calm down muscle- and joint-related symptoms, but its power doesn't end there.
Once your symptoms are addressed and you are feeling well, it is time to move to the next stage of MAT, and this is where things get taken to a whole new level.
And, when you make that jump with MAT to level up your body, the progress from one session to the next can look different than when you were simply having symptoms addressed.
While this progression catches a lot of people off guard, it is actually a really good sign from your body, and on this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health® podcast, we are diving into why this is and what is happening with your body at these new levels.
If you have ever wondered if MAT is only useful for addressing symptoms, listen up!
There is a whole world of possibilities that you get access to when you start to level up your MAT, and that's exactly what we are telling you about in this conversation.
Check out all the details in this week's episode!
Ready to schedule your first Muscle Activation Techniques® session with us? Click here to get started: http://vagaro.com/muscleactivationschaumburg/services
Looking for custom workout programming that gets designed to your exact specifications to build your strength and athleticism? Sign up for PRO Strength & Performance Programming: https://www.charliecates.com/programming
Would you like to have our guidance implementing the 4 Exercise For Life Principles while you workout?
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Did you find this episode helpful? Let us know by leaving us a rating and review on the following platforms:
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Wed, 04 Feb 2026 - 18min - 873 - E422 - New MAT Updates We've Been Using
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For over a decade we've been practicing MATRx–the highest level of Muscle Activation Techniques®–but two months ago that changed.
For the last couple of months we have been practicing a brand new version of Muscle Activation Techniques®, and the results have been nothing short of remarkable.
The changes we have seen within our clients and ourselves during our sessions have left us truly amazed by this new process, and that is what we want to tell you about today.
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health® podcast, we are discussing all of the incredible things we have seen and experienced since implementing this new Muscle Activation Techniques® process.
We lay out why this new process is so powerful and why the changes that have been made are so impactful when it comes to living a strong, pain-free life.
If you have been hearing about some new Muscle Activation Techniques® processes that are being taught but aren't sure what they are all about, listen up!
This conversation will shed light on exactly what you need to know.
Check out all the details in this week's episode!
Ready to schedule your first Muscle Activation Techniques® session with us? Click here to get started: http://vagaro.com/muscleactivationschaumburg/services
Looking for custom workout programming that gets designed to your exact specifications to build your strength and athleticism? Sign up for PRO Strength & Performance Programming: https://www.charliecates.com/programming
Would you like to have our guidance implementing the 4 Exercise For Life Principles while you workout?
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Did you find this episode helpful? Let us know by leaving us a rating and review on the following platforms:
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Want to grab a free copy of our best-selling book, "The Exercise For Life Method"?
Click here to order yours while copies are still available! www.exerciseforlifemethod.com Just cover the cost of shipping and handling to have it delivered right to you.
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Wed, 28 Jan 2026 - 15min - 872 - E421 - How To Navigate An Acute Muscle Flare Up
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What do you do when your body flares up while living your life?
Maybe you were shoveling snow and all of the sudden your back got tweaked.
Or perhaps you were putting boxes up high on a shelf and all of a sudden your shoulder started to hurt.
Or maybe walking down your stairs and your knee muscles felt like they were going to give out.
Whatever flare up happens, having a plan of action to get your body back on course is critical to make sure you are able to continue living your life.
So, what is your plan of action when these events happen?
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health® podcast, we are laying out the exact plan of action we recommend to all of our clients when something comes up with their body.
If you have ever had to spend weeks nursing your body back to health after something got flared up, listen up!
What we share in this conversation can get you back to living your life to the fullest faster.
Check out all the details in this week's episode!
Ready to schedule your first Muscle Activation Techniques® session with us? Click here to get started: http://vagaro.com/muscleactivationschaumburg/services
Looking for custom workout programming that gets designed to your exact specifications to build your strength and athleticism? Sign up for PRO Strength & Performance Programming: https://www.charliecates.com/programming
Would you like to have our guidance implementing the 4 Exercise For Life Principles while you workout?
Join the Exercise For Life Membership for free for 30 days! Just head to www.exerciseforlifestudios.com to get started!
Did you find this episode helpful? Let us know by leaving us a rating and review on the following platforms:
– Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/exercise-is-health/id1330420565
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Want to grab a free copy of our best-selling book, "The Exercise For Life Method"?
Click here to order yours while copies are still available! www.exerciseforlifemethod.com Just cover the cost of shipping and handling to have it delivered right to you.
Follow us on Instagram for more exercise tips and content about MAT here:
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– Julie Cates: @julcates
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Wed, 21 Jan 2026 - 20min - 871 - E420 - How To Stay Safe While Lifting Heavy
Get Started With Muscle Activation Techniques® To Loosen Your Tight & Achy Muscles Without Stretching: https://www.matschaumburg.com
Challenging your body is a non-negotiable if you want to build strength and get results with your workouts.
Often, increasing the challenge means increasing the amount of weight you use when you strength train.
However, many people are hesitant to increase their weights and lift heavier out of fear of injuring themselves.
So, how can you actually lift as heavy as you need to in order to get the results you want while still staying safe during your workouts?
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health® podcast, we are doing a deep dive on what needs to happen during your workouts to toe this line of "lift as heavy as you can while maintaining as low of a risk for injury as possible".
If you know you need to start challenging yourself more during your workouts but aren't sure how to do so without hurting yourself, listen up!
What we share in this conversation is must-know information.
Check out all the details in this week's episode!
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Thu, 15 Jan 2026 - 19min - 870 - E419 - The One Thing To Prioritize With Your Workouts In 2026
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What should you prioritize with your workouts to get the biggest bang for your buck this coming year?
While there are many programs out there promoting the benefits of balance, mobility, and overall fitness, there is one aspect of exercise that needs to take precedence over them all.
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health® podcast, we are diving into what this one thing is, why it is so important, and how you can start implementing it into your week.
If you know you want to exercise consistently over the next twelve months but aren't sure what you should focus on, listen up!
This conversation will point you in the right direction.
Check out all the details in this week's episode!
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Looking for custom workout programming that gets designed to your exact specifications to build your strength and athleticism? Sign up for PRO Strength & Performance Programming: https://www.charliecates.com/programming
Would you like to have our guidance implementing the 4 Exercise For Life Principles while you workout?
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Did you find this episode helpful? Let us know by leaving us a rating and review on the following platforms:
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Wed, 07 Jan 2026 - 16min - 869 - E418 - Our Biggest Takeaways From 2025
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2025 was a year full of getting more and more clear on what really matters in order for our clients to feel and function their best.
While much of our philosophy has stayed the same over the past 12 months, there were some really big takeaways that we are bringing into 2026 with us that have shown themselves to be key elements to feeling strong and functioning well long-term.
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health® podcast, we are sharing what our big takeaways from 2025 are and how you can use them to help you increase your strength and overall wellbeing.
If you aren't sure what key principles you should be applying to your health and fitness goals entering the new year, listen up!
This conversation lays out exactly what we believe to be the most important for you.
Check out all the details in this week's episode!
Ready to schedule your first Muscle Activation Techniques® session with us? Click here to get started: http://vagaro.com/muscleactivationschaumburg/services
Looking for custom workout programming that gets designed to your exact specifications to build your strength and athleticism? Sign up for PRO Strength & Performance Programming: https://www.charliecates.com/programming
Would you like to have our guidance implementing the 4 Exercise For Life Principles while you workout?
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Did you find this episode helpful? Let us know by leaving us a rating and review on the following platforms:
– Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/exercise-is-health/id1330420565
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Want to grab a free copy of our best-selling book, "The Exercise For Life Method"?
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Wed, 31 Dec 2025 - 13min - 868 - E417 - Little Red Flags vs. Big Red Flags With Exercise
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Your body is constantly talking to you when you workout, and how you interpret what it is saying will have a big impact on the results you get from your workouts.
Oftentimes, when somebody's body tells them they don't like a specific exercise through aches or pains, that can be justification to not do the exercise, but this can be a huge mistake!
Avoiding an exercise entirely because of an ache or pain can be a surefire way to limit your strength and mobility, so how do you make sure you are respecting what your body is saying while still helping it get stronger and more mobile?
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health® podcast, we are discussing a framework that we teach our clients to help determine whether what they are feeling means we need to stop an exercise or whether we can keep going forward.
This "red flags" framework will help you navigate all the signals your body sends you when you workout to decide whether you are going in the right direction or you need to change course so you don't get injured.
If you have ever felt frustrated because it seems like every exercise you do hurts so you just avoid them altogether, listen up!
This conversation can change how you use that "hurting" information during your workouts to make better decisions for your body so you can keep getting stronger without injury.
Check out all the details in this week's episode!
Ready to schedule your first Muscle Activation Techniques® session with us? Click here to get started: http://vagaro.com/muscleactivationschaumburg/services
Looking for custom workout programming that gets designed to your exact specifications to build your strength and athleticism? Sign up for PRO Strength & Performance Programming: https://www.charliecates.com/programming
Would you like to have our guidance implementing the 4 Exercise For Life Principles while you workout?
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Did you find this episode helpful? Let us know by leaving us a rating and review on the following platforms:
– Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/exercise-is-health/id1330420565
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Want to grab a free copy of our best-selling book, "The Exercise For Life Method"?
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Wed, 24 Dec 2025 - 18min - 867 - E416 - How Soon Can You Start Getting MAT After An Injury?
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How long should you wait to start getting Muscle Activation Techniques® after an injury?
This is a question that a lot of prospective clients have asked us through the years, and while you have heard us discuss MAT before, our answer to this question may surprise you.
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health® podcast, we are diving right into this question to give you a very clear answer and show you exactly where we stand on the matter.
We discuss considerations we take with every client before giving a firm recommendation, and what you should work through in your own mind before determining whether or not you are ready for MAT.
If you know that MAT can help you heal up faster but aren't sure when it would be appropriate to start, listen up!
What we talk about in this conversation will clear that up for you once and for all.
Check out all the details in this week's episode!
Ready to schedule your first Muscle Activation Techniques® session with us? Click here to get started: http://vagaro.com/muscleactivationschaumburg/services
Looking for custom workout programming that gets designed to your exact specifications to build your strength and athleticism? Sign up for PRO Strength & Performance Programming: https://www.charliecates.com/programming
Would you like to have our guidance implementing the 4 Exercise For Life Principles while you workout?
Join the Exercise For Life Membership for free for 30 days! Just head to www.exerciseforlifestudios.com to get started!
Did you find this episode helpful? Let us know by leaving us a rating and review on the following platforms:
– Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/exercise-is-health/id1330420565
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Want to grab a free copy of our best-selling book, "The Exercise For Life Method"?
Click here to order yours while copies are still available! www.exerciseforlifemethod.com Just cover the cost of shipping and handling to have it delivered right to you.
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Wed, 17 Dec 2025 - 17min - 866 - E415 - A Simple Framework For A 20-Minute Workout
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This time of year, schedules can be crazy and the opportunities to exercise can feel few and far between.
So how can you make sure you make the most of each workout opportunity you have by not wasting time and focusing on exactly what you need to?
Over the last six years, we have developed a framework to get a super effective strength training workout done in under 20 minutes, and we want to share it with you on this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health® podcast.
Building off last week's conversation where we discussed what you need to do to make sure you get your workouts in when your schedule is crazy, we are going to lay out exactly how to structure your workouts for maximum impact in a tight time frame.
If you have been unsure of exactly what to do during your workouts and find yourself spending more time making decisions about exercises than actually doing the exercises, you are going to want to write down what we are teaching you in this discussion.
Check out all the details in this week's episode!
Ready to schedule your first Muscle Activation Techniques® session with us? Click here to get started: http://vagaro.com/muscleactivationschaumburg/services
Looking for custom workout programming that gets designed to your exact specifications to build your strength and athleticism? Sign up for PRO Strength & Performance Programming: https://www.charliecates.com/programming
Would you like to have our guidance implementing the 4 Exercise For Life Principles while you workout?
Join the Exercise For Life Membership for free for 30 days! Just head to www.exerciseforlifestudios.com to get started!
Did you find this episode helpful? Let us know by leaving us a rating and review on the following platforms:
– Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/exercise-is-health/id1330420565
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Want to grab a free copy of our best-selling book, "The Exercise For Life Method"?
Click here to order yours while copies are still available! www.exerciseforlifemethod.com Just cover the cost of shipping and handling to have it delivered right to you.
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Wed, 10 Dec 2025 - 10min - 865 - E414 - How To Get Your Workouts In When Your Schedule Is Crazy
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When your schedule is crazy, working out can be the last thing on your mind.
But even if you are booked full with commitments, that doesn't make exercising any less necessary if you want to feel healthy and strong.
So how can you make sure you still get your workouts in even when your schedule is slammed?
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health® podcast, we are giving you three steps to follow to do just that.
With the holiday season in full swing, life can easily get in the way of staying consistent with your workouts.
However, by adhering to what we talk about in this conversation, you easily get your workouts in no matter how crazy your schedule is.
Check out all the details in this week's episode!
Ready to schedule your first Muscle Activation Techniques® session with us? Click here to get started: http://vagaro.com/muscleactivationschaumburg/services
Looking for custom workout programming that gets designed to your exact specifications to build your strength and athleticism? Sign up for PRO Strength & Performance Programming: https://www.charliecates.com/programming
Would you like to have our guidance implementing the 4 Exercise For Life Principles while you workout?
Join the Exercise For Life Membership for free for 30 days! Just head to www.exerciseforlifestudios.com to get started!
Did you find this episode helpful? Let us know by leaving us a rating and review on the following platforms:
– Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/exercise-is-health/id1330420565
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Want to grab a free copy of our best-selling book, "The Exercise For Life Method"?
Click here to order yours while copies are still available! www.exerciseforlifemethod.com Just cover the cost of shipping and handling to have it delivered right to you.
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Wed, 03 Dec 2025 - 14min - 864 - E413 - An Easy Way To Recover Faster From A Joint Replacement
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Joint replacements are something many people experience.
Whether it is a shoulder, hip, knee, or even an ankle, joint replacements are extremely common.
But did you know that there is something extremely specific you can do before your surgery to help you recover faster after your surgery?
In fact, when clients of ours do this one thing for at least six weeks leading up to their surgery, their recovery after surgery goes, on average, 40% faster than the standard.
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health® podcast, we are discussing what this one thing is and how you can start implementing it into your week.
If you are preparing for a joint replacement, listen up!
There is something you can start doing NOW to help you recover faster, and that's exactly what our conversation is about.
Check out all the details in this week's episode!
Ready to schedule your first Muscle Activation Techniques® session with us? Click here to get started: http://vagaro.com/muscleactivationschaumburg/services
Looking for custom workout programming that gets designed to your exact specifications to build your strength and athleticism? Sign up for PRO Strength & Performance Programming: https://www.charliecates.com/programming
Would you like to have our guidance implementing the 4 Exercise For Life Principles while you workout?
Join the Exercise For Life Membership for free for 30 days! Just head to www.exerciseforlifestudios.com to get started!
Did you find this episode helpful? Let us know by leaving us a rating and review on the following platforms:
– Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/exercise-is-health/id1330420565
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Want to grab a free copy of our best-selling book, "The Exercise For Life Method"?
Click here to order yours while copies are still available! www.exerciseforlifemethod.com Just cover the cost of shipping and handling to have it delivered right to you.
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Wed, 26 Nov 2025 - 16min - 863 - E412 - An Easy Way To Know When To Increase Your Weights
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How do you know when it is time to increase the amount of weight you are using when you strength train?
Many people avoid trying to use more weight out of fear of injuring themselves, but there is a simple way to know when your body is ready without having to risk pushing yourself too far.
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health® podcast, we are laying out the exact steps we follow with ourselves and our clients to know when our bodies are ready to use more weight during our workouts.
If you have ever thought, "Should I be lifting heavier right now?" but weren't sure if doing so would put you at risk for injury, listen up!
What we share in this conversation will help you answer that question for yourself every single workout going forward.
Check out all the details in this week's episode!
Ready to schedule your first Muscle Activation Techniques® session with us? Click here to get started: http://vagaro.com/muscleactivationschaumburg/services
Looking for custom workout programming that gets designed to your exact specifications to build your strength and athleticism? Sign up for PRO Strength & Performance Programming: https://www.charliecates.com/programming
Would you like to have our guidance implementing the 4 Exercise For Life Principles while you workout?
Join the Exercise For Life Membership for free for 30 days! Just head to www.exerciseforlifestudios.com to get started!
Did you find this episode helpful? Let us know by leaving us a rating and review on the following platforms:
– Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/exercise-is-health/id1330420565
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Want to grab a free copy of our best-selling book, "The Exercise For Life Method"?
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Wed, 19 Nov 2025 - 18min - 862 - E411 - The 3 Things You Must Do To Get Results
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Getting results from your workouts doesn't need to be complicated. In fact, the process is very straightforward.
Unfortunately, there is so much hype and messaging out there about different systems and modalities claiming to get you all the results you desire and more that it can feel very confusing as to what actually needs to be done.
But, whether you are looking to get stronger, build muscle, lose weight, increase your fitness, or accomplish any other goal from your workout, there are only three things you must do.
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health® podcast, we are laying out what these three things are and telling you exactly how to start implementing them.
If you struggle to get the results you want from your workouts, listen up!
This is a telltale sign that you are missing at least one of these three things, but the conversation we have will clear that up for you once and for all.
Check out all the details in this week's episode!
Ready to schedule your first Muscle Activation Techniques® session with us? Click here to get started: http://vagaro.com/muscleactivationschaumburg/services
Looking for custom workout programming that gets designed to your exact specifications to build your strength and athleticism? Sign up for PRO Strength & Performance Programming: https://www.charliecates.com/programming
Would you like to have our guidance implementing the 4 Exercise For Life Principles while you workout?
Join the Exercise For Life Membership for free for 30 days! Just head to www.exerciseforlifestudios.com to get started!
Did you find this episode helpful? Let us know by leaving us a rating and review on the following platforms:
– Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/exercise-is-health/id1330420565
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Want to grab a free copy of our best-selling book, "The Exercise For Life Method"?
Click here to order yours while copies are still available! www.exerciseforlifemethod.com Just cover the cost of shipping and handling to have it delivered right to you.
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Wed, 12 Nov 2025 - 25min - 861 - E410 - 2 Controversial Statements About Your Feet
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Having strong feet is one of the most important parts of having a strong body. When your feet are strong, all of the other areas of your body have the opportunity to feel and function better.
But, while we have spent a lot of time talking about the feet on our podcast, there are a couple viewpoints we have on the view that are particularly controversial, especially compared to what most alleged "foot experts" have to say.
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health® podcast, we are breaking down what these viewpoints are, why we believe them to be 100% true, and what you can do to start gleaning the benefits of these viewpoints.
If you have been taking advice from others on what to do about your feet and feet issues but don't seem to be making any progress, listen up!
This discussion will spell out exactly what you need to know.
Check out all the details in this week's episode!
Ready to schedule your first Muscle Activation Techniques® session with us? Click here to get started: http://vagaro.com/muscleactivationschaumburg/services
Looking for custom workout programming that gets designed to your exact specifications to build your strength and athleticism? Sign up for PRO Strength & Performance Programming: https://www.charliecates.com/programming
Would you like to have our guidance implementing the 4 Exercise For Life Principles while you workout?
Join the Exercise For Life Membership for free for 30 days! Just head to www.exerciseforlifestudios.com to get started!
Did you find this episode helpful? Let us know by leaving us a rating and review on the following platforms:
– Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/exercise-is-health/id1330420565
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Want to grab a free copy of our best-selling book, "The Exercise For Life Method"?
Click here to order yours while copies are still available! www.exerciseforlifemethod.com Just cover the cost of shipping and handling to have it delivered right to you.
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Wed, 05 Nov 2025 - 22min - 860 - E409 - How To Keep Permanently Altered Joints Healthy
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Do you have a permanently altered joint?
Maybe you have a hip that has been replaced or a knee that is arthritic.
Or maybe there is a torn labrum in your shoulder or a bulging disc in your low back.
Whatever your situation, there are specific things you can do to keep your joints healthy even when they've been permanently altered.
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health® podcast, we are diving into what these things are and how you can implement them into your regular workout routine.
If you have been struggling to keep your joints feeling healthy because of various injuries or alterations to them, listen up!
The three steps we share in this discussion can completely change that for you.
Check out all the details in this week's episode!
Ready to schedule your first Muscle Activation Techniques® session with us? Click here to get started: http://vagaro.com/muscleactivationschaumburg/services
Looking for custom workout programming that gets designed to your exact specifications to build your strength and athleticism? Sign up for PRO Strength & Performance Programming: https://www.charliecates.com/programming
Would you like to have our guidance implementing the 4 Exercise For Life Principles while you workout?
Join the Exercise For Life Membership for free for 30 days! Just head to www.exerciseforlifestudios.com to get started!
Did you find this episode helpful? Let us know by leaving us a rating and review on the following platforms:
– Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/exercise-is-health/id1330420565
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Want to grab a free copy of our best-selling book, "The Exercise For Life Method"?
Click here to order yours while copies are still available! www.exerciseforlifemethod.com Just cover the cost of shipping and handling to have it delivered right to you.
Follow us on Instagram for more exercise tips and content about MAT here:
– Muscle Activation Schaumburg: @muscleactivationschaumburg
– Julie Cates: @julcates
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Wed, 29 Oct 2025 - 21min - 859 - E408 - An Unintended Result Of Getting Stronger
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Getting stronger will 100% help you keep doing all the things in life you love and feel way more confident in your body while doing so.
But, did you know there is another result of getting stronger that will have a huge impact on your life??
In fact, this result is a primary reason why getting stronger is such a crucial part of living an active, independent life.
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health® podcast, we are diving into what this result is, how we have seen it play out in our own life, and how it has affected many of the clients we work with, too.
If you have been skipping out on your strength training and aren't sure why you should add it into your routine, listen up!
What we share in this conversation can bring light to one of the biggest benefits you will glean from getting stronger.
Check out all the details in this week's episode!
Ready to schedule your first Muscle Activation Techniques® session with us? Click here to get started: http://vagaro.com/muscleactivationschaumburg/services
Looking for custom workout programming that gets designed to your exact specifications to build your strength and athleticism? Sign up for PRO Strength & Performance Programming: https://www.charliecates.com/programming
Would you like to have our guidance implementing the 4 Exercise For Life Principles while you workout?
Join the Exercise For Life Membership for free for 30 days! Just head to www.exerciseforlifestudios.com to get started!
Did you find this episode helpful? Let us know by leaving us a rating and review on the following platforms:
– Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/exercise-is-health/id1330420565
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Want to grab a free copy of our best-selling book, "The Exercise For Life Method"?
Click here to order yours while copies are still available! www.exerciseforlifemethod.com Just cover the cost of shipping and handling to have it delivered right to you.
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Wed, 22 Oct 2025 - 21min - 858 - E407 - 3 Steps To Decrease Pain When You Strength Train
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Do your joints and muscles hurt when you lift weights?
Aches and pains are one of the most common reasons why people stop lifting weights, but it doesn't have to be this way!
In fact, there is a very simple framework you can use to troubleshoot this and stop your joints from hurting when you strength train once and for all.
It is the exact framework that we use with ourselves and our clients to make sure our workouts feel great, and on this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health® podcast, we want to share it with you.
If you have been hesitant to strength train because of how your body feels when you do it, listen up!
These three steps that we teach you will change that for you for good.
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Wed, 15 Oct 2025 - 16min - 857 - E406 - One Big Reason Why Stretching Isn't Helping You Stay Loose
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Do you find yourself on the tight/loose rollercoaster with stretching?
You feel tight so you stretch. Then you feel looser for a little bit. Then within an hour or so you feel tight again.
There is a reason why the tightness keeps coming back and why stretching isn't helping you stay feeling loose.
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health® podcast, that is exactly what we are discussing.
While the reason may be shockingly simple, the application of it and how to overcome the feelings of tightness once and for all may surprise you.
If you find yourself stretching only to tighten up again faster than you'd like, listen up!
There is something you need to know about stretching and tightness that will change how you are looking at things once and for all.
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Wed, 08 Oct 2025 - 19min - 856 - E305 - 3 Big Issues With A.I.-Powered Fitness
A.I. is a very hot topic these days. From creating images, answering questions, and providing writing prompts to helping automate customer support chats on many websites and so much more, A.I. has infiltrated much of our daily lives, including fitness.
But is A.I.-powered fitness as useful as other ways of using A.I.? Are there any downsides to using A.I.-powered fitness apps and machines? And if so, what are the actual issues with these shortcomings?
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health® podcast, we are diving head first into the topic of A.I.-powered fitness, what you need to know, and what you need to be cautious about.
Even though using A.I. to direct your workouts can seem convenient and cutting-edge, there are some things you need to be aware of so it doesn't become dangerous.
Learn what these are and what to do about them in this week's episode!
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Wed, 01 Nov 2023 - 25min - 855 - E304 - How To Have An Anti-Aging Lifestyle - Interview with Dr. Michael Turner
Anti aging is a hot topic right now, and while there is a ton of information on the subject, it tends to be fragmented across different topics.
You might find an article about supplements. And another about exercise. And another about sleep or stress management.
But how can you piece it all together to create a full anti-aging lifestyle?
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health® podcast, this is exactly what we are discussing with anti-aging expert Dr. Michael Turner.
If you are looking for a cheat sheet of what you should focus on throughout your week to help combat the biggest drivers of aging, Dr. Turner has your answers.
Check out all the details in this week's episode!
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Wed, 25 Oct 2023 - 38min - 854 - E303 - 3 Ways High-Intensity Workouts Can Be Joint Friendly
Do you avoid doing high-intensity workouts because of how they make your joints feel?
While there are a number of metabolic and health benefits that can come from doing high-intensity workouts, if they are breaking down your joints in the process, the tradeoff may not be worth it to you.
But is there a way that you can do high-intensity workouts without risking injury or feeling achy or sore after?
Maybe even a way that your joints can become healthier as a result of doing the high-intensity workouts without the pain or stiffness that so many people feel?
There is! And on this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health® podcast, that is exactly what we want to lay out for you.
If you have been wanting to try doing workouts that are more intense but have been holding back because of your joints, listen up!
This episode will dive into what you need to do and the precautions you need to take to get the intensity without the injury.
Check out all the details in this week's episode!
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Wed, 18 Oct 2023 - 21min - 853 - E302 - How To Navigate Working Out When You Have Joint Pain
Is joint pain keeping you from working out?
Maybe your knee hurts and is stopping you from exercising. Or perhaps your shoulder is aching and saying you should take it easy.
Oftentimes, we see that if there is an ache or pain in one area of the body, it prevents people from doing exercise for the entire rest of their body.
But is taking time off really the best solution?
If you have followed our content for any length of time, you have likely heard us say, "You only get the health benefits of exercise if you do the exercise, and you are only able to keep getting the benefits if you keep exercising."
So how can you workout even when your joints are aching and painful to not only make sure you stay healthy and strong, but also make sure your workouts don't make your joint issues worse?
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health® podcast, that is exactly what we are diving into.
If you have ever felt compelled to take time off from working out because of how an area of your body is feeling, this episode is for you!
We lay out the exact steps to follow to make sure you are able to continue to stay strong and healthy without flaring up the areas that are hurting.
Check out the details in this week's episode!
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Wed, 11 Oct 2023 - 31min - 852 - E301 - One Simple Way To Own Your Body
Do you struggle to feel like you have ownership over your body?
Maybe tasks that were once easy now feel difficult.
Or perhaps your coordination or dexterity feel like they are leaving you.
Or maybe you feel like the body you are living in today hardly resembles the body you remember living in 10 years ago.
What can you do about this??
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health® podcast, that is the question we are answering for you.
You may not feel as strong, coordinated, or athletic as you once did, but that does not mean this has to be your story forever.
There is one simple change you can make with your workouts to start changing this for the better, and that is exactly what we are laying out for you.
Check out all the details in this week's episode!
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Wed, 04 Oct 2023 - 28min - 851 - E300 - The Changes That Happen Over 300 Weeks
What can change for you over the course of 300 weeks?
Let us tell you… a lot.
But while a lot can change, not everything does, and that's what we want to explore with you this week.
This week's episode of the Exercise Is Health® podcast is a very special one as we celebrate our 300th episode!
We discuss what has changed with us over the last 300 episodes, what has stayed the same, and where we see things going for us from here.
If you have joined us for any of our 300 episodes, we want to say THANK YOU. We truly appreciate you giving us your attention every week and we look forward to continuing to help you Exercise For Life.
Check out the details in this week's episode!
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Wed, 27 Sep 2023 - 29min - 850 - E299 - The A.I.M. Principle For Muscle Growth - Interview with Nick Horvath
Do you have a group of muscles that you are struggling to grow or strengthen?
There is so much confusion and misinformation about what actually needs to happen in order to develop bigger and stronger muscles, and while much of the mainstream fitness industry wants you to chase the newest, flashiest, flavor-of-the-day strategy, we find that results consistently come easier when you follow a specific set of principles.
This week, we have the opportunity to sit down with one of our esteemed colleagues to discuss a set of principles that will help you cut through much of the marketing hype and just focus on exactly what you need to do to grow and strengthen your muscles, regardless of your age or fitness level.
Nick Horvath shares his A.I.M. Principle for muscle growth with us, diving into the details of what this principle is and how it will help to take out all of the guesswork with what exercises you should be doing to build bigger and stronger muscles.
If you have ever felt confused by what the mainstream fitness industry promotes as far as effective exercises to get stronger and build muscle, listen up! You are going to want to hear everything Nick has to say.
Check out all of the details in this week's episode!
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Wed, 20 Sep 2023 - 37min - 849 - E298 - One Aspect Of Your Fitness You Are Not Considering
What aspects of your fitness do you take into consideration throughout your day?
Perhaps you notice how out of breath or not you get.
Or maybe you are aware of how easily you can move your body.
Or your strength might be the thing that is most apparent to you as you do your daily activities.
But, there is one aspect of your fitness that you are likely not considering, and by overlooking this, you may be sacrificing everything else that you are aware of.
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health® podcast, Julie and Charlie are diving into what this aspect of your fitness is.
They discuss why you need to be paying attention to it and lay out exactly what steps you need to take to make sure you are building this aspect of your fitness without sacrificing your health or your ability to enjoy all of the other activities you like doing.
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Wed, 13 Sep 2023 - 25min - 848 - E297 - High Impact Exercise Is Not The Enemy
Do high impact exercises bother your joints?
Maybe running bugs your knees, or jumping and landing hurt your back.
Or perhaps your body actually feels okay doing high-impact exercises, but you choose not to as a precautionary measure.
Oftentimes, when high-impact exercises bother people's joints, they decide to not do them out of fear of making their joints worse.
BUT, there are some big issues with not doing high-impact exercises, especially if you want to maintain your muscle strength and bone density.
So how can you get the benefits of high-impact exercises without worrying about hurting yourself?
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health® podcast, that is exactly what Julie and Charlie are diving into.
They lay out exactly what you need to do to make high-impact exercises less stressful on your body and joints so you can get the benefits of them without risking injury.
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Wed, 06 Sep 2023 - 26min - 847 - E296 - 3 Benefits You Are Missing Out On If You Are Moving Too Fast When You Strength Train
Are you moving too fast when you strength train? More than likely, you are.
While moving too fast can be a big risk for injury, it can also cause you to miss many key benefits of your workouts.
What will you be missing out on when you move fast and how can you combat this?
That's what we're laying out for you this week on the Exercise Is Health® podcast.
Yes, you want to be moving slowly, but how you go about doing it can make all the difference for your body and results.
If you are doing strength training of any kind, chances are you are moving too fast.
Check out this week's episode to learn why this is an issue and what to do about it!
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Wed, 30 Aug 2023 - 27min - 846 - E295 - Is 20 Minutes Long Enough To Get A Good Workout?
How long do you need to workout for it to qualify as a "good workout"?
45 minutes? 60 minutes? Longer?
What about 20 minutes?...
Oftentimes, when people think about exercising for 20 minutes, they either disregard it as an option because "it's not long enough to get a good workout"...
Or they try to make up for the shorter duration by cranking the intensity WAY up.
But - does it have to be this way?
Do you either have to workout for longer periods of time or in ways that are really intense and risk injury?
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health® podcast, this is the topic we are exploring.
We lay out the biggest issues with most 20-minute workouts and what you can do differently to make sure you can get stronger, more fit, and healthier without increasing your risk for injury.
If you are trying to get an amazing workout in but feel like you don't have enough time to, this discussion is for you!
Check out all of the details in this week's episode!
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Wed, 23 Aug 2023 - 25min - 845 - E294 - What Is Metabolic Health & Why Is It So Important? - Interview with Dr. Elie Jarrouge
Most people are familiar with the terms heart health, brain health, and maybe even joint health, but what about metabolic health?
While not as well-known of a topic, metabolic health is a critical component of overall health, wellbeing, daily function, and even longevity.
But what is metabolic health and why is it so important?
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health® podcast, Julie & Charlie are diving into these questions and more with Dr. Elie Jarrouge of MetabolicHealthMD.com.
Dr. Jarrouge is a world-renowned expert on the topic of metabolic health, and he breaks down exactly what it is, why you need to be concerned about it, and what you can do to improve yours.
Check out all of the details in this week's episode!
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His Website >> MetabolicHealthMD.com
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Wed, 16 Aug 2023 - 47min - 844 - E293 - You're Not Too Old To Get Stronger, But...
Does it feel like your body is too old to get stronger, more fit, or more mobile?
A lot of times, as people get older, they start to develop the belief that because they are "past their prime", they have lost their window of opportunity to build the strength and health they want.
But, this could not be further from the truth!
In fact, you can see improvements in your strength at ANY age; BUT, there are some things that you ARE too old for if you are in your 30s or beyond.
Unfortunately, many of the things that you are too old for are the things that are holding you back from getting the results you want with your workouts.
The good news is with just some simple tweaks, you can avoid these things and streamline building the strength, fitness, mobility, and health you want.
What are these things and how do you avoid them? That is exactly what Julie & Charlie are discussing on this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health® podcast.
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Wed, 09 Aug 2023 - 26min - 843 - E292 - What To Do For Your Workouts When Your Hamstrings Are Always Tight
Are your hamstrings always tight?
Tight hamstrings are one of the most common physical complaints in our modern society, and while it may seem like your hamstrings are destined to be tight because of your daily requirements, there are some extremely impactful things you can do for them, especially if you are wanting to exercise.
On this week's of the Exercise Is Health® podcast, Julie & Charlie are diving into what these exercise-specific tactics are and how you should go about implementing them.
You will leave this episode with a clear understanding of what you need to do not only to get your workouts in consistently if you have tight hamstrings, but to help your hamstrings feel and function better in the process.
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Wed, 02 Aug 2023 - 21min - 842 - E291 - A Simple Plan To Get S.T.R.O.N.G.
Do you want to get stronger but aren't sure of the exact steps to take to get results with out hurting yourself?
Rebuilding your strength isn't complicated; in fact, you just need to make sure to follow a few simple principles day in and day out.
And good news, if any of your joints or muscles are talking to you saying, "We're not as young as we used to be," you don't need to worry. These principles will help you get strong no matter what you have going on.
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health® podcast, Julie and Charlie break down what these principles are and how to implement them following the acronym S.T.R.O.N.G..
If you have ever been confused on what to prioritize with your workouts, listen up! You will leave this episode knowing exactly what to do.
Check out all the details in this week's episode!
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Wed, 26 Jul 2023 - 20min - 841 - E290 - What To Do When Walking Isn't Working For Your Body
Have you heard that walking is the best form of exercise?
While we adamantly disagree with this statement, we do acknowledge that walking can provide a number of health benefits.
But what if walking just isn't working for your body?
What if every time you try to walk, your body feels worse?
Your feet hurt... your knees hurt... your hips hurt... your back hurts... you just feel lousy... what do you do then??
Should you just skip out on walking altogether? Or are there specific things you can do to build the function of your body to be able to start walking again?
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health® podcast, that is exactly what Julie and Charlie are diving into.
If you find going for walks to do more harm than good, listen up! You will leave this episode knowing exactly what to focus on with your workouts to help your body out.
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Wed, 19 Jul 2023 - 23min - 840 - E289 - The 3 Steps To Reversing Hashimoto's Disease - Interview with Dr. Anshul Gupta
Hashimoto's Disease is the most common auto-immune condition worldwide. Its symptoms and effects are wide ranging and can be felt throughout the entire body, but there are many ways of combatting them.
While the mainstream approach is often to supplement with a synthetic thyroid hormone, there are various lifestyle modifactions that can have a tremendous impact on the severity of symptoms of this common disease. And, if the issues are caught and addressed early enough, there may even be a chance of reversing the disease completely.
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health® podcast, Julie and Charlie are sitting down with world-renowned Hashimoto's expert, Dr. Anshul Gupta, to discuss what brings about Hashimoto's disease and what can be done to potentially reverse it.
Dr. Gupta shares insights on why this disease is so common all over the world and the simple things that anybody can do to help health their body if they develop Hashimoto's.
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Wed, 12 Jul 2023 - 31min - 839 - E288 - 3 Ways To Stay Strong Through The Summer Without Going To The Gym
The summer months can be some of the most enjoyable of the year, but they can also be some of the most challenging on your health and strength.
Between the cookouts, holidays, weekend celebrations, and an overall desire to not be indoors or in a gym, many people find themselves going through summer feeling weaker and weaker.
While the fall, winter, and spring months can make it easy to stay inside to do strength training, the summer sun often bekons people away from the gym and to enjoy the beautiful weather, ultimately to the detriment of their health, strength, and function.
But does it have to be this way?? Can you still enjoy the summer months without letting your health and fitness be put on the back burner?
And is there anything you can do to maintain the results you have worked so hard to achieve so you can continue to feel strong and capable throughout your life without feeling like you need to completely rebuild your body once September rolls around?
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health® podcast, Julie and Charlie have three tips for you to help you do just that.
You will learn super simple and practical things you can implement throughout your day to make sure your health and strength remain high even while your time in the gym stays low during the summer months.
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Wed, 05 Jul 2023 - 25min - 838 - E287 - Can Resistance Training Be Gentle On Your Joints?
Resistance training often gets a bad name for being stressful for joints like your knees, back, and shoulders.
BUT - does it have to be this way??
Do the exercises you do to strengthen your muscles also have to hurt your joints in the process?
Or, are there ways to to get all of the muscle benefits of strength training while also making your joints healthier along the way?
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health® podcast, Julie and Charlie are diving into this topic to answer this question for you once and for all.
They provide simple steps you can follow and implement into your workouts today that can dramatically transform the results you are getting from your strength training, and teach you exactly what you need to focus on with every workout to keep you safe in the process.
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Wed, 28 Jun 2023 - 27min - 837 - E286 - Where To Start With Exercise When You Are Starting In Your 50s & 60s
Are you in your 50s or 60s and brand new to exercise?
Or perhaps you used to exercise in your teens and 20s but it has been 30 years or more since those days...
How can you get back into the swing of working out now so you can build your strength and fitness without feeling achy, sore, or injured?
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health® podcast, that is exactly what Julie and Charlie are discussing.
There are some specific tactics you are going to want to keep in mind to make sure you leave your workouts feeling stronger and healthier and not like you tweaked your back or flared up your joints.
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Wed, 21 Jun 2023 - 27min - 836 - E285 - How Exercise Affects More Than Your Muscles - Interview with Dr. Rachele Pojednic
Every week you hear us say, "Your health is your most valuable asset, and exercise is the single-best thing you can do to boost and protect that asset."
But how true is this??
Is exercise really just good for losing weight and building muscle? Or is it actually the best thing you can do for your overall health and function?
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health® podcast, Julie and Charlie are sitting down with Dr. Rachele Pojednic to discuss what the research says about exercise, health, and the wide array of effects that physical activity can have on our wellbeing.
If you have ever been skeptical about just how important exercise is for your health, you are definitely going to want to give this episode a listen.
There is so much more to working out than meets the eye, and Dr. Pojednic gives us the low down on why this is.
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Wed, 14 Jun 2023 - 53min - 835 - E284 - How To Become More Functional Without Functional Training
Do you want your workouts to help you function better in your day to day life?
A lot of times, different training methods called "functional training" are said to be the thing that need to be done in order to get this effect.
But functional training, as it is traditionally done, can actually leave your body less functional AND limited your ability to progress.
So how should you workout to help your body function better throughout your day if functional training is not the way to go?
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health® podcast, that is exactly what Julie and Charlie are diving into.
Not only will you learn why functional training can be creating more issues for you than it is solving, you will also find out what you should focus on instead to ACTUALLY build your body's function.
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Wed, 07 Jun 2023 - 25min - 834 - E283 - The Most Effective & Simple Rituals To Reduce Stress - Interview with Dr. Tâmara Castelo
Stress management and reduction are big topics these days, whether it is in the office, at home, or just for overall health and wellbeing.
But most ways of reducing stress are additive to what is likely an already jam-packed schedule; in other words, many of the recommendations are along the lines of, "Add in meditation," "Start journaling," or "Do some deep breathing exercises."
While these methods certainly can be effective, is there something you can do within your life that doesn't add more onto your plate but still allows you to reduce your stress?
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health® podcast, Julie and Charlie are sitting down with Dr. Tâmara Castelo to discuss this very topic.
Tâmara has a unique approach to how she helps her patients reduce their stress, and she shares everything you need to know about it in this exclusive interview.
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Wed, 31 May 2023 - 33min - 833 - E282 - How To Strength Train If You Have Lower Back Pain
Low back pain is one of the most common orthopedic complaints in the US today. Whether it stems from a sedentary lifestyle, weight gain, or something else, the end result of low back pain can often prevent people from exercising.
Not only does this mean that you don't get the health benefits of exercise if you are skipping it because of low back pain, but going long periods of time without exercising may actually make low back pain worse.
So how can you strengthen your low back if you have been cleared for exercise from your physician but are experiencing low back pain?
Is there a way to exercise that will minimize the risk for injury and issues to your low back while still providing the health and strength benefits you need?
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health® podcast, that is exactly what Julie and Charlie are exploring.
If you are avoiding working out because of how your low back is feeling, listen up!
Exercise is necessary not only for your overall health, but for the health of your low back. But HOW you exercise matters. This episode will break down what you need to know.
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Wed, 24 May 2023 - 22min - 832 - E281 - Where To Start With Exercise If You Are Super Tight & Restricted
Does your body feel tight and restricted?
Maybe your low back is constantly stiff or your shoulders don't move like they used to...
Many times, these feelings can stop people from exercising consistently. But what if they were the exact reason WHY you should be exercising consistently??
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health® podcast, Julie and Charlie are laying out their top recommendations for where to start exercising if you are constantly feeling tight and restricted.
They also dive into the one big thing you need to focus on with each workout to make sure you aren't feeling worse after you exercise.
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Wed, 17 May 2023 - 28min - 831 - E280 - How To Make Cardio Less Stressful For Your Joints
Do you avoid doing cardio because of how your joints feel?
Perhaps running hurts your knees, biking bothers your hips and back, or swimming does not agree with your shoulders.
Or maybe you just push through the pain because you want the benefits of doing cardio.
While there are a ton of health benefits you can get from doing cardio, if the activities are hurting your joints, those benefits are likely going to be short-lived.
So how can you change your cardio in order to still get all of the benefits but minimize the wear and tear on your joints??
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health® podcast, that is exactly what Julie and Charlie are discussing.
They have three tips that you can start applying immediately to your workouts to minimize the risk of your cardio exercise stressing your joints while helping you get all of the positive benefits.
If you are wanting to do cardio with fewer aches and pains, listen up! You will leave with a clear plan of action of what you can start doing today to change this for yourself once and for all.
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Wed, 10 May 2023 - 24min - 830 - E279 - Why HIIT Workouts Are Ruining Your Health
Are HIIT workouts ruining your health??
This popular form of exercise can have huge positive health benefits, but it can also cause your health to go the exact opposite direction...
And while most people are aware that HIIT workouts may be too intense for their body, there are some other issues with these workout that often go unnoticed until bigger problems arise.
So what are these issues and how can you avoid them?
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health® podcast, that is exactly what Julie and Charlie are diving into.
Not only will they help you identify the biggest potential issues for yourself, but you will also get a clear plan to help you avoid these downfalls while still enjoying your HIIT workouts.
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Wed, 03 May 2023 - 25min - 829 - E278 - Why Doing Random Workouts Is Stalling Your Progress
Are your workouts not progressing? Have your strength and fitness plateaued despite consistently working out? Do you feel like you aren't making any progress even though you exercise multiple times a week?
There is one giant reason why this may be happening, and it all has to do with the approach you are taking to your workouts.
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health® podcast, Julie and Charlie are diving into this problem, the big reason behind it, and what to do about it.
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Wed, 26 Apr 2023 - 25min - 828 - E277 - How To Strength Train If You Don't Want To Build Muscle
Do you want to get stronger but are concerned about building too much muscle?
This is a common reason why many people avoid doing strength training, even though there are so many benefits that can be gleaned from lifting weights.
And, when people do go and strength train, they often end up sacrificing the parts of the exercise that will give them the best results out of fear of building too much muscle.
So, if you don't want to build muscle but want the benefits of strength training, what should you do??
That is exactly what Julie and Charlie are discussing on this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health® podcast.
There are three principles you need to understand to effectively get the benefits of strength training without the risk of building too much muscle or injuring yourself, and this week's episode breaks down what they are and how to implement them.
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Wed, 19 Apr 2023 - 22min - 827 - E276 - How Do You Know If You're Not Doing Enough Exercise?
How do you know if you are not doing enough exercise?
While many people will only start to consider that they aren't doing enough when they start to gain weight, there are some early warning signs that you can pay attention to to let you know that you are not exercising enough.
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health® podcast, Julie and Charlie discuss what these early warning signs are and what to do about it.
And no, the answer is not always to just start doing MORE exercise...
Because sometimes when you are already exercising a lot, you are still not exercising enough.
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Wed, 12 Apr 2023 - 22min - 826 - E275 - The #1 Thing To Improve Your Balance
Do you want to improve your balance?
Oftentimes, when trying to improve balance, using devices such as wobble boards and unstable surfaces are the default starting place... but these could actually be making your balance worse.
So where should you start instead and how should you use your workouts to progress your balance?
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health® podcast, Julie and Charlie are answering this question directly.
They lay out a simple plan that anybody can follow to start improving their balance today; and the great news is you don't have to add in a bunch of balance training into your workouts!
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Wed, 05 Apr 2023 - 29min - 825 - E274 - How Can You Access Your Prodigy Brain? - Interview with Tracy Pleschourt
Do you find yourself reacting to situations in ways that you're not proud of? Do you have a habit of sabotaging your efforts when you are trying to accomplish something you truly want to achieve?
Many people find that their mind works against them at times, keeping them from taking the actions they know they need to take in order to get the results they want.
Fortunately, there can be a straightforward way to change this, and it has to do with what Tracy Pleschourt calls your Prodigy Brain.
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health® podcast, Julie and Charlie sit down with Tracy to discuss what we can do to have better control of our mind.
Tracy is a lifecoach specializing in helping her clients learn the critical skills necessary to manage their mind and overcome any obstacle they face. She lays out a simple framework you can start following today to tap into your Prodigy Brain and begin controlling your mind and your actions.
Check out all of the details in this week's episode!
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Wed, 29 Mar 2023 - 29min - 824 - E273 - Osteoporosis & Exercise - What You're Not Being Told
You have likely heard that exercise can be a useful activity to prevent and possibly reverse osteoporosis, but are you being told the entire story?
While many doctors, media outlets, and publications will recommend doing "weight bearing" activities, what actually needs to be done with your workouts to have an effect on building and strengthening your bones?
Are the common recommendations enough? Or could they actually be contributing to bone loss?
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health® podcast, Julie and Charlie take a deep dive into the scientific research of what needs to be done with your workouts in order to prevent bone loss. Even though popular opinions like to talk about activities such as walking to prevent bone loss, the research paints a shockingly different picture.
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Wed, 22 Mar 2023 - 32min - 823 - E272 - One Key Strength Training Principle To Increase Your Flexibility
Can strength training improve your flexibility? Or do you have to rely on stretching and mobility work in order to move better?
Too often strength training leaves people feeling stiff and achy, but does it have to be this way? Or can you change some things about HOW you are strength training to not only leave you feeling better after you finish, but increase your flexibility as a result without stretching or mobility work?
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health® podcast, Julie and Charlie explore this idea of increasing your flexibility with strength training and unveil one of the key principles that will help you to do just that.
If you are sick of spending hours each week stretching, rolling, and doing mobility to try to get flexible after your strength training leaves you stiff and achy, listen up! This one principle can make a HUGE difference in how your body responds to your strength training both in terms of reducing soreness and increasing your flexibility.
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Wed, 15 Mar 2023 - 22min - 822 - E271 - Julie's Mystery Question For Charlie
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health® podcast, Julie has a mystery question for Charlie...
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Wed, 08 Mar 2023 - 29min - 821 - E270 - You (And Your Patients) Need To Exercise - Part 2
What can you do to get your workout in consistently without overwhelming your schedule?
While you know you need to exercise on a regular basis to maintain your health and strength, life can feel like it gets in the way of being able to do workout as often as you'd like... so what can you do about this??
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health® podcast, Julie and Charlie are playing the second part of their presentation they did for the medical school at Midwestern University.
During it, you will learn a three-step system you can use to consistently get your workout in without having to completely disrupt your schedule.
If you ever feel like you want to get started with exercise but aren't sure how to build it into your life consistently, listen up! The system that is shared in this episode will give you a clear plan to act on.
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Wed, 01 Mar 2023 - 33min - 820 - E269 - Why Your Laziness Is Keeping You Alive - Interview with Dave Asprey
How often do you negotiate with yourself on whether or not you are going to workout or eat healthy?
A lot of times it can feel like our brain is trying to do everything in its power to sabotage our quest for building the body, health, and life we desire... but what if that wasn't actually the case?
What if that feeling that you have, that voice that you hear that says, "Don't go workout now... it's safer here on the couch..." was actually a good thing?
While our society often sees laziness as a glitch in our humanity that is designed to keep us from reaching our goals, Dave Asprey has another take on this experience we all have.
In his new book, Smarter Not Harder: The Biohacker's Guide To Getting The Body And Mind You Want, Dave lays out a plan to help you leverage these feelings of laziness to help you accomplish everything you want in life and more.
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health® podcast, Julie and Charlie sit down with Dave to discuss his new book and the elements of the plan he has constructed to help us all leverage laziness, as well as how we can start implementing this plan within our own lives today.
If you have ever searched for a way to override feelings of laziness only to find your willpower drained and your body exhausted, this episode is for you. You will walk away with actionable steps on what you can start doing to make laziness work in your favor and finally get the results you have been working towards.
Check out all of the details in this week's episode!
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Wed, 22 Feb 2023 - 52min - 819 - E268 - You (And Your Patients) Need To Exercise - Part 1
You often hear that you need to exercise, but do actually know WHY it is so important??
The mainstream fitness industry has distorted the message about exercise and fitness to the point that most people have absolutely no idea why it is actually so important for them to be exercising.
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health® podcast, Julie and Charlie are releasing the audio from a private presentation they gave to a group of future physicians at a medical school in the western suburbs of Chicago.
This presentation dives deep into the science of why exercise is important as well as what must be focused on with your workouts in order for them to build your health instead of break it down.
Because of the length of the presentation, they broke it into two parts, with Part 2 being scheduled for release in a couple of weeks.
Check out all of the details in this week's episode!
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Wed, 15 Feb 2023 - 27min - 818 - E267 - Where to Start When Lifting Weights Feels Intimidating
Does lifting weights feel intimidating to you?
Maybe you know you need to get stronger but you are not sure where to start because the whole idea of lifting weights just seems overwhelming...
Or maybe you have tried lifting weights in the past only to find yourself sore and in pain so you are hesitant to try again...
Or perhaps you have been told that lifting weights can be dangerous, especially by yourself, so you have decided to steer clear...
If you have ever felt this way, on this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health® podcast, Julie and Charlie are talking directly to YOU.
You do NOT have to feel this way about lifting weights; in fact, you can feel empowered by this form of exercise when you start to do it consistently.
In this episode, you will get a simple plan of action you can start implementing today to boost your confidence and consistency with lifting weights so you can live your life feeling strong.
Check out all of the details in this week's episode!
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Wed, 08 Feb 2023 - 30min - 817 - E266 - A More Effective Way To Boost Your Metabolism
There are a ton of health benenfits to having a well-functioning metabolism. From better weight management to increased energy to more efficient body temperature regualtion, there is definitely a list of pros to having your metabolism firing on all cylinders.
Exercising regularly has been shown to be an effective strategy to increase metabolism. However, while many workout programs tout themselves as "metabolism-boosting", most ways of exercising that are focused on boosting metabolism leave you at greater risk for soreness, achiness, and injury.
Is this just something that comes with the territory when trying to boost your metabolism? Or are there changes you can make to your workouts to help you boost your metabolism in a more efficient and safe manner?
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health® podcast, Julie and Charlie discuss the ins and outs of what an effective exercise strategy looks like to not only boost metabolism, but do so in a way that is safe with minimal chance of soreness and injury.
If you are trying to get your metabolism revved up, this episode is for you!
Check out the details in this week's episode!
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This exclusive program will have all of your home workout needs met with strength training workouts, cardio workouts, mobility workshops, and more!
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Wed, 01 Feb 2023 - 24min - 816 - E265 - 3 Reasons Why Your Metabolism Has Its Foot On The Break - Interview with Dr. Jessie Hehmeyer
Are you struggling to keep weight off? Does your energy feel low throughout the day? Do you find yourself craving quick sources of energy like sugar or caffeine?
These are all signs and symptoms that your metabolism may be slowing down... so what can you do about it??
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health® podcast, Julie and Charlie sit down with Dr. Jessie Hehmeyer to discuss some underlying reasons why your metabolism may be slowing down. While many experts will focus on the popular scapegoats - like your thyroid function - Dr. Hehmeyer has a unique perspective on what may be going on with your body and what you can do about it.
Check out all of the details in this week's episode!
Interested in working with Dr. Hehmeyer? Be sure to schedule a complimentary consultation with her on her website here: www.WellEmpowered.com. And remember - Exercise Is Health® listeners get 10% off when you mention that you heard our podcast :-)
Want to get instant access to hundreds of workouts that build your health, strength, and function that you can do right from your living room using minimal equipment on any device? Sign up for our Exercise For Life Membership Program!
This exclusive program will have all of your home workout needs met with strength training workouts, cardio workouts, mobility workshops, and more!
Just head to http://www.exerciseforlifestudios.com/membership to get started!
Wed, 25 Jan 2023 - 28min - 815 - E264 - Why Prioritizing Results Is Getting You Worse Results
Are you focused on getting results with your workouts? Whether it is losing weight, increasing your strength, improving your mobility, or boosting your health overall, the results are often the thing that gets us started with exercise.
However, prioritizing your results may actually be getting you worse results, especially if you are thinking about results in the ways the mainstream fitness industry promotes.
So if prioritizing your results is actually sabotaging your efforts, what should you be prioritizing instead?
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health® podcast, that is exactly what Julie and Charlie are discussing. They break down a simple plan to keep your focus and priorities where they need to be when you workout to set you up for the best chance of success long-term.
Capped off with clear, actionable steps of how you can put this information to use, this episode is a must-listen if you want more than just a flash-in-the-pan plan for your health and fitness.
Check out all of the details in this week's episode!
Want to get instant access to hundreds of workouts that build your health, strength, and function that you can do right from your living room using minimal equipment on any device? Sign up for our Exercise For Life Membership Program!
This exclusive program will have all of your home workout needs met with strength training workouts, cardio workouts, mobility workshops, and more!
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Wed, 18 Jan 2023 - 25min - 814 - E263 - Why Your Crunches Aren't Cutting It
Are your core workouts leaving your body feeling worse?
Maybe your back feels tight after doing core exercises. Or maybe there is a zinging that you feel down your leg after working your abs. Or maybe your core doesn't seem to be getting any stronger despite doing all of the exercises you know how to do.
There are some very simple reasons why this could be happening, and on this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health® podcast, Julie and Charlie are breaking down what they are and what you can do about it.
The truth is that most core workouts leave your low back and spine vulnerable to injury because they miss the necessary steps to help your core muscles get stronger. However, with some very simple tweaks to what exercises you are doing and how you are doing them, you can completley change this for yourself.
Check out all of the details in this week's episode!
Want to get instant access to hundreds of workouts that build your health, strength, and function that you can do right from your living room using minimal equipment on any device? Sign up for our Exercise For Life Membership Program!
This exclusive program will have all of your home workout needs met with strength training workouts, cardio workouts, mobility workshops, and more!
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Wed, 11 Jan 2023 - 22min - 813 - E262 - How To Hack Your Fitness New Year's Resolutions If You Are 50+
Do you find yourself caught in the same cycle year after year where you set health and fitness goals for yourself on January 1, but by mid-February they are only a distant memory?
If so, there are three things you need to understand: 1. You are not alone; 2. It is not your fault; 3. You CAN change this cycle for yourself!
This is one of the biggest pitfalls that so many fall into every year, but you need to know that the mainstream fitness industry is not setting you up to succeed long-term. They want to keep you entertained in the here and now, regardless of what that does to your health overall.
So how can you break out of this cycle once and for all??
That is exactly what Julie and Charlie are discussing on this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health® podcast. They lay out a straightforward plan for you to follow to not only get you results faster, but help make sure your results are sustainable because you will be able to keep coming back to your workouts to build your health and strength without feeling sore or injured.
Check out all of the details in this week's episode!
Want to get instant access to hundreds of workouts that build your health, strength, and function that you can do right from your living room using minimal equipment on any device? Sign up for our Exercise For Life Membership Program!
This exclusive program will have all of your home workout needs met with strength training workouts, cardio workouts, mobility workshops, and more!
Just head to http://www.exerciseforlifestudios.com/membership to get started!
Wed, 04 Jan 2023 - 23min - 812 - E261 - The Science of Fasting & Longevity - Interview with Dr. Joseph Antoun
Fasting for health and longevity purposes is a hot topic these days, and for good reason. The science backing up fasting as a healthy practice appears to be very sound.
But, what considerations do you need to take if you are going to try fasting? Is it as simple as just not eating for a while? Or are there some nuances you need to be aware of for your own safety and wellbeing?
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health® podcast, Julie and Charlie sit down with Dr. Joseph Antoun to discuss the idea of fasting, how it can promote longevity, and what you need to know about the former to help you attain the latter.
If you have ever considered fasting - whether intermittent, extended fasting, or otherwise - listen up! This podcast contains information you are definitely going to want to hear before you start.
Check out all of the details in this week's episode!
Want to connect with Dr. Antoun?
Send him a connection on LinkedIn here and be sure to check out all of the work being done on L-Nutra here!
Want to get instant access to hundreds of workouts that build your health, strength, and function that you can do right from your living room using minimal equipment on any device? Sign up for our Exercise For Life Membership Program!
This exclusive program will have all of your home workout needs met with strength training workouts, cardio workouts, mobility workshops, and more!
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Wed, 28 Dec 2022 - 37min - 811 - E260 - 5 Facts You Need To Know About Using Bands Before Your Next Workout
What's the deal with workout bands??
Are they as effective at building your strength and muscle as using weights? And what should you know about using them to make sure you don't get hurt?
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health® podcast, Julie and Charlie are diving into all things bands to respond to the top questions and myths that surround this popular form of exercise.
If you use bands for your workouts, listen up! There are some gold nuggets in this episode you are going to want to hear so you can apply them to your next workout.
Check out all of the details in this week's episode!
Want to get instant access to hundreds of workouts that build your health, strength, and function that you can do right from your living room using minimal equipment on any device? Sign up for our Exercise For Life Membership Program!
This exclusive program will have all of your home workout needs met with strength training workouts, cardio workouts, mobility workshops, and more!
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Wed, 21 Dec 2022 - 19min - 810 - E259 - What To Do When Your Strength Training Is Making You Less Flexible
Is your strength training making you less flexible?
Maybe you notice that your body feels stiff and achy after your workouts...
Or perhaps it is the fear of losing flexibility that is keeping you from doing strength training...
Whether you are actually becoming less flexible or you are simply concerned about becoming less flexible, your strength training does NOT have to decrease your flexibility.
In fact, there are some straightforward principles you can follow during your workouts that will actually help your strength training increase your flexiblity! But, these principles are almost always overlooked by the mainstream fintess industry, which may be exactly why you are losing flexibility.
On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health® podcast, Julie and Charlie dive into these principles to explain what they are and how you can start implementing them into each of your workouts.
If you are sick of your workouts making you feel stiff and achy, listen up! You can learn what these principles are and start applying them to your workouts today.
Check out all of the details in this week's episode!
Want to get instant access to hundreds of workouts that build your health, strength, and function that you can do right from your living room using minimal equipment on any device? Sign up for our Exercise For Life Membership Program!
This exclusive program will have all of your home workout needs met with strength training workouts, cardio workouts, mobility workshops, and more!
Just head to http://www.exerciseforlifestudios.com/membership to get started!
Wed, 14 Dec 2022 - 18min
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