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E24 – What Does “Looking For The Cause” Mean?

This week on the Exercise Is Health podcast, Julie and Charlie discuss a concept that is commonly thrown around when talking about Muscle Activation Techniques® (MAT®), and it is this idea of “looking for the cause”.  What does this mean?  How does it make the MAT® thought process different than many conventional modalities?  Check out all of this and more in this week’s episode of Exercise Is Health! Check out this episode!

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Gym Hunting – Find your perfect gym 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 in search for a new gym. What things do you need to be on the lookout for in order to find your perfect gym?   1) Keep In Mind What You Are Read more…

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E23 – What’s the future of fitness?

This week on the Exercise Is Health podcast, Julie and Charlie are discussing a growing trend in the fitness industry – group style and online workouts.  Why are these kinds of workouts so attractive?  What are the pros?  Are there any potential cons?  As a consumer of exercise, it is important for you to get these details.  Check it all out in this week’s episode! Check out this episode!

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Seniors – Getting up there in age? Working out is a MUST for you.

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 may (or may not) consider themselves to be seniors. What exercise tips do you have to keep in mind to help maintain and improve the health and function of your body if you Read more…

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E22 – Questions About Exercise Principles

This week on the Exercise Is Health podcast, Julie and Charlie are answering your questions!  They had two questions submitted about an earlier episode, Six Exercise Principles To Keep In Mind If You Are New To Exercise, and they are diving in deep to explain the reasoning behind some of their principles. If you would like your question featured on a future episode of the Exercise Is Health podcast, send Team MAS an email at Read more…

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How to consistently workout with a busy summer schedule

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 preparing your summer schedule. School is about to get let out, the kids are coming home, and things are looking jam-packed. How can you still get your workouts in consistently with a Read more…

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Golfer’s Elbow: What it is and why it may not be your elbow’s fault

Golf season is in full swing here in the Chicago area.  Every weekend, and most weekdays, you can find the links full of avid golfers out there for both business and pleasure.  But, with this increase in golf course usage comes an onslaught of potential issues, most notably golfer’s elbow. Golfer’s elbow has plagued both pros and joes alike, but what exactly is it, and is the elbow the only issue at hand? Golfer’s elbow Read more…

By Charlie Cates, ago

E21 – Interview with Dr. Bob Cates

This week on the Exercise Is Health podcast, Julie and Charlie interview a very special guest – Dr. Bob Cates (Charlie’s dad).  Dr. Cates practices family medicine in Wisconsin and is a HUGE advocate of the many benefits of exercise.  In this episode, he discusses the changes he sees in his patients when they begin exercising, as well as the changes he sees when they stop.  He also dives into his own personal exercise routine Read more…

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Going on vacation? Check out these workout 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 planning a vacation, but you still want to get your workout in. How can you make sure to exercise effectively while you are on the road and still enjoy your vacay time? Read more…

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What LeBron James does differently than the rest of us

A couple months ago an article was released describing how LeBron James keeps his body functioning at a high level.  Between private chefs, trainers, and various therapists, it was reported that LeBron spends $1.5M each year on making sure his body stays working well.  You can see the original article here.  Now, you might read that number and think, “He can spend that much money because he makes $____ million each year.” But, I would Read more…

By Charlie Cates, ago