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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

By Team MAS, ago

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

By Team MAS, ago

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

By Team MAS, ago

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

E20 – Interview with Dr. Fatima Hyder of IdealAccessMD

This week on the Exercise Is Health podcast, Julie and Charlie interview Dr. Fatima Hyder of IdealAccessMD.  IdealAccessMD the first direct primary care clinic located in Schaumburg, IL.  Dr. Hyder describes the numerous features that the direct primary care (DPC) model offers versus the traditional western medicine model.  Dr. Hyder tells her story of why she chose the DPC model and why she believes it will result in more affordable health care and ultimately a Read more

By Team MAS, ago

In your 30’s? You need structured exercise.

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 your late 20’s or early 30’s and you are not used to going to the gym. You are used to working out through playing sports or just general physical activity.  How Read more

By Team MAS, ago

Muscles: What do you think of when you hear “muscle”?

When you hear the word “muscle”, what do you think of?  A body builder? A car? Strength? A certain look? A specific individual, such as Arnold or Dwayne Johnson? What about when you hear the word “health”?  What comes to mind then? Perhaps feeling good and energized; being free of illness and disease; or maybe the various components that promote health such as exercise, nutrition, and sleep. Now, do you ever equate “muscle” to “health”, Read more

By Charlie Cates, ago

E19 – 3 Ways MAT® Helps Improve Your Workouts

This week on the Exercise Is Health podcast, Julie and Charlie discuss three ways that Muscle Activation Techniques®, or MAT®, can help improve your workouts.  If you have not heard of MAT® before, definitely check out our earlier episodes to learn about what MAT® is and how it can benefit you. In this episode, we reference a post from our blog on MATSchaumburg.com: What makes a Muscle Activation Techniques® practitioner unique? Check it out to Read more

By Team MAS, ago

Baby Boomers – Exercise tips if you’ve never worked out before

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 baby boomers and have never worked out before. You are starting to feel the effects of aging coming on and you know you need to be exercising.  But how do you start Read more

By Team MAS, ago