Carol MichaelsOct 20, 2019New Stretching class in West Orange, New JerseyStretching is one of the basic components of fitness. Stretching improves your range of motion, which is the degree of movement that can...
Carol MichaelsSep 15, 2016Did 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...
Carol Michaels FitnessMay 25, 2016Back Pain? When Strengthening the Core Make Sure to Include the ButtWe 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 MichaelsFeb 24, 2016Treating a Strained MuscleA 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 MichaelsSep 22, 2015Caregivers Can Help the Patient ExerciseCaregivers can help their patients with their disease by helping them exercise. This can be accomplished through instructional exercise...
Carol MichaelsJul 1, 2014Does stretching decrease the risk of injury?Historically, it has been generally accepted that stretching decreases the risk of injury. Accordingly, it is common practice for...