#osteoporosis

Carol Michaels

Sep 28

Hip Strengthening for Osteoporosis

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C4RMIGGIAe8 Learn how to have stronger hips and improve bone density by performing some of the best...

Getting the Best Results from Your Osteoporosis Workout

Carol Michaels

Sep 3

Getting the Best Results from Your Osteoporosis Workout

The following is from a recent interview: In general, can you share a sentence or two summing up the benefits of regular exercise? ...

How to Strengthen the Spine to Help Prevent Vertebral Fractures, Osteoporosis, and Improve Posture

Carol Michaels

Jun 15

How to Strengthen the Spine to Help Prevent Vertebral Fractures, Osteoporosis, and Improve Posture

The spine strengthening clock on the ball is demonstrated. This spine extension exercise is a safe way to strengthen the back. For more...

Abdominal Strengthening for Osteoporosis

Carol Michaels

Apr 27, 2023

Abdominal Strengthening for Osteoporosis

Forward flexion of the spine is not safe for those with #osteoporosis. It is possible to have a strong core without going into forward...

Carol Michaels

Feb 27, 2022

Exercising at Home

Why exercise at home? Many people prefer the increased privacy, cleanliness, and convenience of home training. Here are some tips for...

Carol Michaels

Nov 21, 2021

Avoid Weight Gain This Holiday Season

The holidays can be stressful. There are holiday parties, family obligations, and eating temptations. Many people just take a break from...

Strength Training and Balance Exercises for Osteoporosis

Carol Michaels

Feb 28, 2020

Strength Training and Balance Exercises for Osteoporosis

Osteoporosis is a silent disease because it progresses without visible symptoms. There are no symptoms in the early stages. Most people...

Carol Michaels

Apr 27, 2019

Exercises for Osteoporosis-Posture

Our bodies are always breaking down bone and replacing it with new bone. In the reabsorption stage, the old bone is broken down and in...

Carol Michaels

Jan 11, 2019

Osteoporosis Exercise

Personal trainers who are working with clients over the age of 50, should learn about the prevention, treatment and management of...

Carol Michaels

Sep 26, 2018

Fear of Falling

Falls are especially dangerous for older women with weaker bones.

The Recovery Fitness Cancer & Osteoporosis Exercise Program NJ NY FL

Carol Michaels

Aug 3, 2018

The Recovery Fitness Cancer & Osteoporosis Exercise Program NJ NY FL

I created the Recovery Fitness cancer exercise and osteoporosis programs to help my clients improve their fitness level and general...

Using Light Weights May Not be Sufficient for Bone Health

Carol Michaels

Apr 26, 2018

Using Light Weights May Not be Sufficient for Bone Health

In order to keep our bones dense we must perform weight bearing exercises and strength training. Using light weights in your exercise...

Conference in New Jersey for Personal Trainers & Allied Professionals

Carol Michaels

Feb 26, 2018

Conference in New Jersey for Personal Trainers & Allied Professionals

Join the Medfit Network on April 13-15, 2018 in Glassboro, NJ. This two day event, hosted at Rowan University, will offer fitness &...

Carol Michaels

Aug 6, 2017

The Rehabilitation & Wellness Summit

The entire summit can be found on https://www.breastcancer-rehabandwellness.com/summit Breast Cancer Rehabilitation & Wellness Summit...

New Jersey Recovery Fitness Cancer Exercise Program-North NJ

Carol Michaels

Jun 28, 2017

New Jersey Recovery Fitness Cancer Exercise Program-North NJ

As most of you know, my mother, father, other family members and close friends have had cancer. Having cared for and watched loved ones...

Carol Michaels

Dec 2, 2016

Why Do Women Need to Strength Train?

It is necessary to strength train because we lose muscle mass as we age. There can be a change in the muscle-to-fat ratio called...

Carol Michaels

Nov 30, 2016

Working Out Over Age 50

Over 50 exercisers should modify their workout due to potential physical changes associated with aging. Make sure to exercise to stay...

Carol Michaels

Oct 15, 2016

The Need to be More Active as We Age

There are warning signs that you need to be more active as we age. *Weight gain. If you are maintaining weight but your clothes are tight

Katie Rosenbrock

Jul 15, 2016

Why All Women Need Strength Training

The school of thought has definitely become less common, but there are still many women who avoid strength training (e.g. lifting...

What Should You Know About Osteoporosis as Fitness Professional?

Carol Michaels

Jun 25, 2015

What Should You Know About Osteoporosis as Fitness Professional?

Osteoporosis means porous bone and is a disease that weakens the bones. It is a serious health issue with 44 million people at risk for...