Golf Season – Tips to keep your body healthy and strong

Welcome back to this week’s edition of 2-Minute Tuesdays where we are talking about one exercise topic for two minutes and giving you three reasons why you should follow our advice.  Now this week, we are talking to those of you who are getting ready to hit the links. You are preparing for golf season, but are unsure of what you should do aside from just getting practice swings in.  Here are some things you Read more…

E66 – Exercising Effectively For Your Core

This week on the Exercise Is Health podcast, Julie and Charlie discuss how to effectively do exercises for one of the most sought-after areas of the body, the core.  There are a lot of myths and hype around doing certain core exercises, and Julie and Charlie cut through all of that to break down exactly what you need to be doing to get the results you are looking for.  Check out all of the details Read more…

Starting new springtime activites? Stay safe with these tips!

Welcome back to this week’s edition of 2-Minute Tuesdays where we are talking about one exercise topic for two minutes and giving you three reasons why you should follow our advice.  Now this week, we are talking to those of you who are starting to add in some new activities, such as pickleball or golf. The weather is getting nicer and you are starting to get outside more to be active.  How can you make Read more…

E65 – “Do I really have to do weight training for my legs if I cycle or run a lot?”

This week on the Exercise Is Health podcast, Julie and Charlie answer a listener-submitted question about the importance of doing weight training for leg muscles if somebody is already running or cycling.  They discuss why weight training is an absolute MUST, especially if you are running or cycling a lot.  They also describe exactly what type of weight training they recommend doing.  Check out all of the details in this week’s episode! Check out this Read more…

Struggling to get in cardio? We have some tips!

Welcome back to this week’s edition of 2-Minute Tuesdays where we are talking about one exercise topic for two minutes and giving you three reasons why you should follow our advice.  Now this week, we are talking to those of you who feel like it’s tough to get in those cardio workouts. You can hit the weights, but as far as getting in cardio, you don’t like it that much.  Here are three tips to Read more…

E64 – What is an Integrative and Functional Registered Dietitian? Interview with Megan Renfree, RD of Embolden Wellness

This week on the Exercise Is Health podcast, Julie and Charlie sit down with Megan Renfree of Embolden Wellness to discuss her career as an integrative and functional registered dietician.  They dive into the three key things that Megan believes we all need to be considering when it comes to our nutrition, as well as what her take is on the latest diets crazes, such as Keto and Paleo.  Check out all of the details Read more…

Exercise Machines – Why you need to use them when you workout

Welcome back to this week’s edition of 2-Minute Tuesdays where we are talking about one exercise topic for two minutes and giving you three reasons why you should follow our advice. Now this week, we are talking to those of you who are against using exercise machines when you workout.  We want to plead the case that you need to be using machines when you exercise. Here’s why. 1) Machines Can Provide A Stimulus In Read more…

E63 – How MAT® benefits you, even if you have permanent joint changes

This week on the Exercise Is Health podcast, Julie and Charlie discuss one of their favorite topics – Muscle Activation Techniques® (MAT®) – and how MAT® can help you, even if you have permanent joint changes.  Specifically, Julie and Charlie discuss how MAT® can be beneficial for individuals who have scoliosis, arthritis, and joint replacements, but the conversation can extend to other permanent joint changes, as well.  Check out this week’s episode for all of Read more…

Spring Exercise – How to transition from indoor to outdoor workouts

Welcome back to this week’s edition of 2-Minute Tuesdays where we are talking about one exercise topic for two minutes and giving you three reasons why you should follow our advice.  Now this week, we are talking to those of you who are starting to transition from indoor workouts to outdoor workouts during the spring thaw. What things do you need to keep in mind with this transition to make sure your body stays safe Read more…

E62 – Why you should exercise when you feel lousy

This week on the Exercise Is Health podcast, Julie and Charlie take on the idea that when you don’t feel well, you shouldn’t exercise.  In fact, they find it to be the exact opposite!  Just like your body needs great nutrition when it doesn’t feel well, getting in appropriate and “nutritious” exercise can be key to you getting back to 100%.  Check out all of the details in this week’s episode of Exercise Is Health! Read more…