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Julie Cates

Julie Cates is an experienced, certified, and insured National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) Certified Personal Trainer and mastery level Muscle Activation Techniques® (MAT®) Rx Specialist (MATRx). She is one of 88 certified mastery level Resistance Training Specialists® (RTSm) in the world. This combination makes her style of training impactful and still preventative and restorative of joint and muscle issues and pain that are common with exercise. Julie specializes working with women 50 and over. Specifically, her main focus is working with women with bone density loss, muscle loss, Osteopenia, and Osteoporosis. Julie has incredible experience working with brand new exercisers. Very specific types and styles of exercises are needed for restoring and maintaining bone density, and Julie guides her clients through these in a pain-free way. She is also well experienced in helping women exercise even with various joint, bone, systemic, and neurological diagnoses. Julie is definitely your go-to personal trainer for women with Osteoporosis! Julie graduated cum laude from the University of Florida. She earned her degree in Applied Physiology and Kinesiology with a specialization in Exercise Physiology. Julie is the co-owner of Muscle Activation Schaumburg in Schaumburg, IL. She is a wife and mother of two. Julie can be reached via e-mail at julie@matschaumburg.com. Follow her on Instagram at @julcates!
Julie Cates

How To Feel Like Yourself Again – 3 Tips For Women In Their 50s (Part 1)

Ladies, if your body is feeling completely different than it did 5 or 10 years ago, this message is for you. Yes, your hormones may be all over the place and things can feel out of your control, but I am here to tell you that there are very specific Read more

By Julie Cates, 2 yearsOctober 6, 2023 ago
Julie Cates

Ladies – 3 Ways To Fight Muscle Loss In Your 50s

Are you a woman in your 50s who is starting to feel the effects of aging, particularly in terms of muscle loss? Don’t worry, you’re not alone! Many women in their 50s experience changes in their bodies that can lead to decreased muscle mass. However, there are several preventative measures Read more

By Julie Cates, 2 yearsSeptember 19, 2023 ago
Julie Cates

No Stretching Needed – How To Stay Flexible In Your 50s and Beyond

Staying flexible is an important part of feeling strong, fit, and healthy. However, as you get older, it often becomes more difficult to keep the same joint mobility you had in your teens and 20s. Between spending decades at a desk, commuting, sitting, and everything else that is involved in Read more

By Julie Cates, 2 yearsAugust 10, 2023 ago
Julie Cates

Stiff And Sore? One Muscle Motion May Be To Blame.

There is a specific motion that – when not working well – causes a lot of people a lot of problems. We’ve had clients give up BIG THINGS like their retirement golf dreams, gardening aspirations, walking and jogging goals, and more…. all over this one motion.   What is this motion?? Read more

By Julie Cates, 2 yearsAugust 1, 2023 ago
Julie Cates

Ladies – The 2 Categories of Exercise You Need To Do

Ladies – one thing I hear from so many of you is how busy and active you are throughout your day. You are on your feet moving around the office, the house, the stores, with the kids… it’s like the idea of sitting all day being sedentary is a completely Read more

By Julie Cates, 2 yearsJuly 25, 2023 ago
Julie Cates

50 and Fabulous: A Checklist for Staying Strong and Age-Proofing Your Life

If you’re a woman in your 50s or 60s who’s been feeling out of touch with your usual vibrant self, you’ve come to the right place. Aging gracefully and maintaining strength is a journey that requires patience, dedication, and self-care. This checklist is designed to guide you through steps that Read more

By Julie Cates, 2 yearsJuly 18, 2023 ago
Julie Cates

Ladies – 3 Ways To Make Sure You Can Always Workout

Ladies – you’re busy with work, social commitments, family, friends, and don’t have much time to spare for physical activity. But you know that regular exercise is important for maintaining your mental and physical health. So, how can you get a good workout into your busy schedule? The first step Read more

By Julie Cates, 2 yearsJuly 10, 2023 ago
Julie Cates

How To Stay Active & Strong In Your 50s

Ladies – You’re in your 50s and feeling your age, so you want to get active and stay strong, but you don’t have the energy to test out tons of workout programs to find the right one for you. Don’t worry – you can still have an exciting active future Read more

By Julie Cates, 2 yearsJune 26, 2023 ago
Julie Cates

Muscle Strengthening Leaving You Feeling Weaker, Sore, or Injured?  Read This.

Strength training is a vital part of health and strength now and as you age.  But what if everytime you try it, you feel weaker, sore, or injured? You are not alone. There is a lack of proper instruction on how to lift weights safely and effectively. This leads many Read more

By Julie Cates, 3 yearsFebruary 4, 2023 ago
Julie Cates

4 Movements For A Strong Core

One question we get all the time is, “Am I doing the right core exercises?” It’s a great question with a straightforward answer. Consider working to strengthen all four motions of the core when exercising specifically for health goals. Exercise For Life is about using exercise to live the life Read more

By Julie Cates, 3 yearsJanuary 30, 2023 ago

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