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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...
Carol Michaels
Jun 21, 2019
How Do I Find the Right Exercise Program
Start by taking a private session or a class before you commit. Do not sign up for a lengthy expensive program without checking out...
Carol Michaels
Oct 12, 2018
The Scale is Not Budging!
It is difficult to take of weight of one only does cardio exercise. While cardio is a component of a good exercise program, it is necessary
Carol Michaels
Sep 28, 2018
Strength Train to Improve Balance
Strength training balance exercises will help you regain function and mobility for activities of daily living. Stability exercises can help
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...
Jordan at Beautifully Alive
Oct 18, 2017
Top 5 Exercises for Arms
Looking to get rid of those dreadful bat wings? Forget all the miraculous creams and injections – the best way to go is with some good,...
Carol Michaels
Apr 2, 2017
Reducing the Formation of Cellulite
There are some things that effect our risk of cellulite that we just can’t change such as skin thickness, age, and genetics. But we can...
Carol Michaels
Jan 21, 2017
Are you Getting Injured at the Gym?
As most of you know, I am working out of a large fitness center this month where gym goers lifting weights with poor technique surround...
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
Sep 25, 2016
Strength Training is Helpful for All
Strength training or resistance training is an exercise using weights (or your own body weight) to strengthen and build muscle. It...
Carol Michaels
Sep 15, 2016
Did You Fall Off the Exercise Wagon?
If one has not exercised for a long period of time it is recommended to ease back into an exercise program. If you restart from the place...
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...
Carol Michaels Fitness
May 25, 2016
Back Pain? When Strengthening the Core Make Sure to Include the Butt
We are always told to strengthen our core when we suffer from back pain. There is a debate on which muscles are part of the core but in...
Carol Michaels
Feb 24, 2016
Treating a Strained Muscle
A strain (pull) is a tear in the muscle or tendon. It can be a tiny tear or a large tear (rupture). Intense stretching, repetitive...
Carol Michaels
Jun 16, 2015
Using the Stability Ball
We have witnessed an explosion of new equipment and training methods over the years. One of my favorite fitness workouts involves the...
Carol Michaels
May 13, 2015
Why Core Strength Is Important For Cancer Survivors
A weak core in a cancer survivor can lead to further health issues such as poor balance and poor posture. Balance issues can develop due...
Carol Michaels
May 1, 2014
Exercises for Cancer Survivors
Cancer survivors always have questions about exercise. Which exercises should I be doing and which should I avoid? Can I exercise...
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