Exercise Is Health

Muscle Activation Schaumburg

At Muscle Activation Schaumburg, we believe your health is your most valuable asset. Join hosts Charlie and Julie Cates as they discuss how to utilize exercise to help improve and maintain your health, as well as interviews with health and wellness experts from various fields including chiropractic, accupuncture, psychology, nutrition, and functional medicine. Both Charlie and Julie are certified personal trainers and Muscle Activation Techniques® practitioners in Schaumburg, IL.

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S9 · E460
Today · 19 min
E460 - What You Need To Know When Trying To Progress With Pain
Get Started With Muscle Activation Techniques® To Loosen Your Tight & Achy Muscles Without Stretching: https://www.matschaumburg.com How do you make progress with your strength and fitness when your body is in pain? Maybe your knee hurts… Or your shoulder is bugging you… Or your low back keeps acting up… What can you do from a workout perspective to help your body not get weaker? While many people choose to avoid working out altogether to try to help their body feel better, the truth is that approach can actually slow down the healing process and keep you feeling symptomatic for longer. So what should you do with your workouts to help your body get back to feeling 100%? On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health podcast, that's exactly what we are discussing. We dive into some of the most important mindset shifts you can make when dealing with pain while working out and share with you a perspective you likely have not heard before regarding pain and working out. If you feel like your body and your workouts keep being held back because of some pain that keeps showing its face, listen up! What we discuss in this conversation can give you the confidence you need to keep safely rebuild your strength and fitness. Check out all the details in this week's episode! Ready to schedule your first Muscle Activation Techniques® session with us? Click here to get started: http://vagaro.com/muscleactivationschaumburg/services Did you find this episode helpful? Let us know by leaving us a rating and review on the following platforms: – Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/exercise-is-health/id1330420565 – Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6H1CneHjsPiPStrAeFTP25?si=X1IuXkp0T1KCv3gCtt3j5g Want to grab a free copy of our best-selling book, "The Exercise For Life Method"? Click here to order yours while copies are still available! www.exerciseforlifemethod.com Just cover the cost of shipping and handling to have it delivered right to you. Follow us on Instagram for more exercise tips and content about MAT here: – Muscle Activation Schaumburg: @muscleactivationschaumburg – Julie Cates: @julcates – Charlie Cates: @charliecates
S9 · E459
October 14 · 17 min
E459 - Why Your Tendon Issue Is Actually A Muscle Issue
Get Started With Muscle Activation Techniques® To Loosen Your Tight & Achy Muscles Without Stretching: https://www.matschaumburg.com Tendon issues are one of the most common complaints we hear about. Whether it is the Achilles tendon, the patellar tendon, the biceps long head tendon, or anywhere in between, tendon issues affect many people. But, what if we told you that tendon issues were actually muscle issues? Because as much as people say, "My tendon is hurting and that's what is wrong," in our experience, the muscles are the things that need to be improved. On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health podcast, we are explaining why this is and what that means for you and any tendon issues you are experiencing. We tell you exactly what we have found to be the best remedies for helping with tendon issues and why they are so effective. And we give you a new perspective on approaching tendon issues and why they don't have to be as detrimental as many people think. If you have ever had a tendon issue or are struggling with one now, listen up! This conversation can give you the blueprint to follow to help you finally get the relief you are looking for. Check out all the details in this week's episode! Ready to schedule your first Muscle Activation Techniques® session with us? Click here to get started: http://vagaro.com/muscleactivationschaumburg/services Looking for custom workout programming that gets designed to your exact specifications to build your strength and athleticism? Sign up for PRO Strength & Performance Programming: https://www.charliecates.com/programming Would you like to have our guidance implementing the 4 Exercise For Life Principles while you workout? Join the Exercise For Life Membership for free for 30 days! Just head to www.exerciseforlifestudios.com to get started! Did you find this episode helpful? Let us know by leaving us a rating and review on the following platforms: – Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/exercise-is-health/id1330420565 – Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6H1CneHjsPiPStrAeFTP25?si=X1IuXkp0T1KCv3gCtt3j5g Want to grab a free copy of our best-selling book, "The Exercise For Life Method"? Click here to order yours while copies are still available! www.exerciseforlifemethod.com Just cover the cost of shipping and handling to have it delivered right to you. Follow us on Instagram for more exercise tips and content about MAT here: – Muscle Activation Schaumburg: @muscleactivationschaumburg – Julie Cates: @julcates – Charlie Cates: @charliecates
S9 · E458
October 7 · 18 min
E458 - Sleep, Nutrition, or Exercise--Which Should You Prioritize?
Get Started With Muscle Activation Techniques® To Loosen Your Tight & Achy Muscles Without Stretching: https://www.matschaumburg.com There's no denying that your sleep, your nutrition, and your exercise are all parts of living a strong, healthy life. But there's also no denying that life gets busy, and as much as we'd like to believe that we can prioritize getting all three perfectly dialed in, that really isn't the case for most people. So, if you fall into the boat of knowing your sleep, nutrition, and exercise are all important but you aren't sure which to prioritize to live a strong, healthy, active life, we have a conversation for you… On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health podcast, we are diving into this topic to discuss the pros and cons of prioritizing one aspect of health over another. We lay out what we have seen over the last 15 years regarding what happens when people prioritize one aspect over another, and we give you our recommendation of what we have seen to far and away be the most impactful for people's long term health, strength, and function. If the idea of revamping your entire lifestyle to try to dial in your sleep, nutrition, and exercise seems daunting, fear not! This conversation will tell you exactly what we have seen to get you the greatest return on your time and energy. Check out all the details in this week's episode! Ready to schedule your first Muscle Activation Techniques® session with us? Click here to get started: http://vagaro.com/muscleactivationschaumburg/services Looking for custom workout programming that gets designed to your exact specifications to build your strength and athleticism? Sign up for PRO Strength & Performance Programming: https://www.charliecates.com/programming Would you like to have our guidance implementing the 4 Exercise For Life Principles while you workout? Join the Exercise For Life Membership for free for 30 days! Just head to www.exerciseforlifestudios.com to get started! Did you find this episode helpful? Let us know by leaving us a rating and review on the following platforms: – Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/exercise-is-health/id1330420565 – Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6H1CneHjsPiPStrAeFTP25?si=X1IuXkp0T1KCv3gCtt3j5g Want to grab a free copy of our best-selling book, "The Exercise For Life Method"? Click here to order yours while copies are still available! www.exerciseforlifemethod.com Just cover the cost of shipping and handling to have it delivered right to you. Follow us on Instagram for more exercise tips and content about MAT here: – Muscle Activation Schaumburg: @muscleactivationschaumburg – Julie Cates: @julcates – Charlie Cates: @charliecates
S9 · E457
September 30 · 19 min
E457 - What To Do When Your Body Has Multiple Things Going On
Get Started With Muscle Activation Techniques® To Loosen Your Tight & Achy Muscles Without Stretching: https://www.matschaumburg.com What do you do when your body has multiple issues going on? Maybe your shoulder hurts, your back is tight, and your knee has flared up… How do you handle a situation like this where multiple areas of your body are symptomatic? For many people, this type of scenario is one of the most frustrating to find themselves in, where everything that could be symptomatic is symptomatic and it all hits at once. Unfortunately, this kind of thing is more common than you may think, but fortunately for you we have seen it enough times to know there are some tried and true principles that help the best. On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health podcast, those principles are exactly what we are discussing. If you have ever been caught in a situation where you wake up one day and everything hurts but you don't know what to do, listen up! What we share in this conversation can remedy that for you once and for all. Check out all the details in this week's episode! Ready to schedule your first Muscle Activation Techniques® session with us? Click here to get started: http://vagaro.com/muscleactivationschaumburg/services Looking for custom workout programming that gets designed to your exact specifications to build your strength and athleticism? Sign up for PRO Strength & Performance Programming: https://www.charliecates.com/programming Would you like to have our guidance implementing the 4 Exercise For Life Principles while you workout? Join the Exercise For Life Membership for free for 30 days! Just head to www.exerciseforlifestudios.com to get started! Did you find this episode helpful? Let us know by leaving us a rating and review on the following platforms: – Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/exercise-is-health/id1330420565 – Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6H1CneHjsPiPStrAeFTP25?si=X1IuXkp0T1KCv3gCtt3j5g Want to grab a free copy of our best-selling book, "The Exercise For Life Method"? Click here to order yours while copies are still available! www.exerciseforlifemethod.com Just cover the cost of shipping and handling to have it delivered right to you. Follow us on Instagram for more exercise tips and content about MAT here: – Muscle Activation Schaumburg: @muscleactivationschaumburg – Julie Cates: @julcates – Charlie Cates: @charliecates
S9 · E456
September 23 · 18 min
E456 - 3 Things To Do When Your Low Back Flares Up
Get Started With Muscle Activation Techniques® To Loosen Your Tight & Achy Muscles Without Stretching: https://www.matschaumburg.com Low back flare ups are a common occurrence for many people. Unfortunately, most strategies for resolving them can actually make them worse. What we've seen over the last 15 years is there are specific things that are most likely to help calm down a low back flare up, but they fly in the face of the mainstream advice. What are these things and how can you use them when your low back flares up? On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health podcast, that is exactly what we are discussing. If you ever experience a low back flare up, this conversation will give you the step-by-step playbook that we have seen to be most effective for hundreds of people over the last decade and a half. Check out all the details in this week's episode! Ready to schedule your first Muscle Activation Techniques® session with us? Click here to get started: http://vagaro.com/muscleactivationschaumburg/services Looking for custom workout programming that gets designed to your exact specifications to build your strength and athleticism? Sign up for PRO Strength & Performance Programming: https://www.charliecates.com/programming Would you like to have our guidance implementing the 4 Exercise For Life Principles while you workout? Join the Exercise For Life Membership for free for 30 days! Just head to www.exerciseforlifestudios.com to get started! Did you find this episode helpful? Let us know by leaving us a rating and review on the following platforms: – Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/exercise-is-health/id1330420565 – Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6H1CneHjsPiPStrAeFTP25?si=X1IuXkp0T1KCv3gCtt3j5g Want to grab a free copy of our best-selling book, "The Exercise For Life Method"? Click here to order yours while copies are still available! www.exerciseforlifemethod.com Just cover the cost of shipping and handling to have it delivered right to you. Follow us on Instagram for more exercise tips and content about MAT here: – Muscle Activation Schaumburg: @muscleactivationschaumburg – Julie Cates: @julcates – Charlie Cates: @charliecates
S9 · E455
September 16 · 12 min
E455 - Is MAT Strength Training?
Get Started With Muscle Activation Techniques® To Loosen Your Tight & Achy Muscles Without Stretching: https://www.matschaumburg.com One of the main results of Muscle Activation Techniques® is increased strength. Whether you workout consistently, play sports, or just live an active life, increased strength is something that many of our clients notice very quickly. Which naturally leads many clients to ask the question, "Is MAT strength training?" On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health podcast, that is exactly what we are discussing. After 15 years of doing MAT, we have some insights into this question that many people do not. And, understanding how MAT and traditional strength training fit together is one of the most important things you can do for your long-term health and function. So how do we answer this question and what can you use to apply to your own workouts? That's precisely what we're talking about. Check out all the details in this week's episode! Ready to schedule your first Muscle Activation Techniques® session with us? Click here to get started: http://vagaro.com/muscleactivationschaumburg/services Looking for custom workout programming that gets designed to your exact specifications to build your strength and athleticism? Sign up for PRO Strength & Performance Programming: https://www.charliecates.com/programming Would you like to have our guidance implementing the 4 Exercise For Life Principles while you workout? Join the Exercise For Life Membership for free for 30 days! Just head to www.exerciseforlifestudios.com to get started! Did you find this episode helpful? Let us know by leaving us a rating and review on the following platforms: – Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/exercise-is-health/id1330420565 – Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6H1CneHjsPiPStrAeFTP25?si=X1IuXkp0T1KCv3gCtt3j5g Want to grab a free copy of our best-selling book, "The Exercise For Life Method"? Click here to order yours while copies are still available! www.exerciseforlifemethod.com Just cover the cost of shipping and handling to have it delivered right to you. Follow us on Instagram for more exercise tips and content about MAT here: – Muscle Activation Schaumburg: @muscleactivationschaumburg – Julie Cates: @julcates – Charlie Cates: @charliecates
S9 · E454
September 9 · 13 min
E454 - Are Weak Feet Always The Cause Of Foot Issues?
Get Started With Muscle Activation Techniques® To Loosen Your Tight & Achy Muscles Without Stretching: https://www.matschaumburg.com Are weak feet always the cause of foot issues? We have discussed at length how the strength and function of the muscles of the feet directly affect how the feet feel, but does the story stop there? On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health podcast, we are diving into whether foot issues start and end with weak foot muscles or if there is more to look at than just the feet themselves. If you have ever had foot issues, such as plantar fasciitis, this conversation will shed some light on why your feet may not be the only piece of the puzzle that needs to be considered and how to go about doing it. Check out all the details in this week's episode! Ready to schedule your first Muscle Activation Techniques® session with us? Click here to get started: http://vagaro.com/muscleactivationschaumburg/services Looking for custom workout programming that gets designed to your exact specifications to build your strength and athleticism? Sign up for PRO Strength & Performance Programming: https://www.charliecates.com/programming Would you like to have our guidance implementing the 4 Exercise For Life Principles while you workout? Join the Exercise For Life Membership for free for 30 days! Just head to www.exerciseforlifestudios.com to get started! Did you find this episode helpful? Let us know by leaving us a rating and review on the following platforms: – Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/exercise-is-health/id1330420565 – Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6H1CneHjsPiPStrAeFTP25?si=X1IuXkp0T1KCv3gCtt3j5g Want to grab a free copy of our best-selling book, "The Exercise For Life Method"? Click here to order yours while copies are still available! www.exerciseforlifemethod.com Just cover the cost of shipping and handling to have it delivered right to you. Follow us on Instagram for more exercise tips and content about MAT here: – Muscle Activation Schaumburg: @muscleactivationschaumburg – Julie Cates: @julcates – Charlie Cates: @charliecates
S9 · E453
September 2 · 14 min
E453 - The Two Keys For Strong, Healthy Muscles
Get Started With Muscle Activation Techniques® To Loosen Your Tight & Achy Muscles Without Stretching: https://www.matschaumburg.com Most people don't walk around thinking, "I want strong, healthy muscles." BUT, nobody walks around thinking, "I want weak, unhealthy muscles." Unfortunately, unless you are actively pursuing the former, your body is pushing you towards the latter… …which means if you aren't actively trying to get stronger, your body is naturally getting weaker. So, how can you set yourself up to build strong, healthy muscles no matter your age or fitness level? On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health podcast, we are diving into the two keys that must happen to build and maintain strong, healthy muscles with each passing year. If you know you don't want to get weaker as you get older but aren't completely certain on what needs to happen to avoid that, this conversation is for you. Check out all the details in this week's episode! Ready to schedule your first Muscle Activation Techniques® session with us? Click here to get started: http://vagaro.com/muscleactivationschaumburg/services Looking for custom workout programming that gets designed to your exact specifications to build your strength and athleticism? Sign up for PRO Strength & Performance Programming: https://www.charliecates.com/programming Would you like to have our guidance implementing the 4 Exercise For Life Principles while you workout? Join the Exercise For Life Membership for free for 30 days! Just head to www.exerciseforlifestudios.com to get started! Did you find this episode helpful? Let us know by leaving us a rating and review on the following platforms: – Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/exercise-is-health/id1330420565 – Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6H1CneHjsPiPStrAeFTP25?si=X1IuXkp0T1KCv3gCtt3j5g Want to grab a free copy of our best-selling book, "The Exercise For Life Method"? Click here to order yours while copies are still available! www.exerciseforlifemethod.com Just cover the cost of shipping and handling to have it delivered right to you. Follow us on Instagram for more exercise tips and content about MAT here: – Muscle Activation Schaumburg: @muscleactivationschaumburg – Julie Cates: @julcates – Charlie Cates: @charliecates
S9 · E452
August 26 · 15 min
E452 - The Downfall of Most Home Gyms
Get Started With Muscle Activation Techniques® To Loosen Your Tight & Achy Muscles Without Stretching: https://www.matschaumburg.com Having a home gym is one of the most convenient ways to exercise consistently. But, there is a huge issue with many home gyms that actually stops people from getting results. Whether you are trying to get stronger, build muscle, or maintain your overall health, if this issue isn't addressed, it can completely prevent you from making any progress whatsoever. What is this issue and how do you prevent it? On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health podcast, that is exactly the question we are answering. We dive into what this issue is, why it is so prevalent, and how you can easily overcome it with just a couple simple changes. If you have a home gym or are considering investing in one, listen up! This conversation will help make sure your home gym is not affected by this common downfall. Check out all the details in this week's episode! Ready to schedule your first Muscle Activation Techniques® session with us? Click here to get started: http://vagaro.com/muscleactivationschaumburg/services Looking for custom workout programming that gets designed to your exact specifications to build your strength and athleticism? Sign up for PRO Strength & Performance Programming: https://www.charliecates.com/programming Would you like to have our guidance implementing the 4 Exercise For Life Principles while you workout? Join the Exercise For Life Membership for free for 30 days! Just head to www.exerciseforlifestudios.com to get started! Did you find this episode helpful? Let us know by leaving us a rating and review on the following platforms: – Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/exercise-is-health/id1330420565 – Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6H1CneHjsPiPStrAeFTP25?si=X1IuXkp0T1KCv3gCtt3j5g Want to grab a free copy of our best-selling book, "The Exercise For Life Method"? Click here to order yours while copies are still available! www.exerciseforlifemethod.com Just cover the cost of shipping and handling to have it delivered right to you. Follow us on Instagram for more exercise tips and content about MAT here: – Muscle Activation Schaumburg: @muscleactivationschaumburg – Julie Cates: @julcates – Charlie Cates: @charliecates
S9 · E451
August 19 · 15 min
E451 - Your Convenience Doesn't Dictate Your Physiology
Get Started With Muscle Activation Techniques® To Loosen Your Tight & Achy Muscles Without Stretching: https://www.matschaumburg.com Here's a hard truth that many people struggle with… What is convenient for your life may not be enough to reach your goals. This applies to all areas of life, but with exercise specifically, we see this too often. Unfortunately, while many people stick to doing what is convenient for them, their health, their strength, and their overall function are sacrificed as a result. So what needs to happen instead? On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health podcast, that is exactly what we are discussing. If you feel like you are consistent with your workouts but aren't getting the results you want, this conversation provides the perspective shift that you may need in order to break through. Check out all the details in this week's episode! Ready to schedule your first Muscle Activation Techniques® session with us? Click here to get started: http://vagaro.com/muscleactivationschaumburg/services Looking for custom workout programming that gets designed to your exact specifications to build your strength and athleticism? Sign up for PRO Strength & Performance Programming: https://www.charliecates.com/programming Would you like to have our guidance implementing the 4 Exercise For Life Principles while you workout? Join the Exercise For Life Membership for free for 30 days! Just head to www.exerciseforlifestudios.com to get started! Did you find this episode helpful? Let us know by leaving us a rating and review on the following platforms: – Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/exercise-is-health/id1330420565 – Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6H1CneHjsPiPStrAeFTP25?si=X1IuXkp0T1KCv3gCtt3j5g Want to grab a free copy of our best-selling book, "The Exercise For Life Method"? Click here to order yours while copies are still available! www.exerciseforlifemethod.com Just cover the cost of shipping and handling to have it delivered right to you. Follow us on Instagram for more exercise tips and content about MAT here: – Muscle Activation Schaumburg: @muscleactivationschaumburg – Julie Cates: @julcates – Charlie Cates: @charliecates
S9 · E450
August 12 · 14 min
E450 - Stop Holding Your Shoulder Blades Still
Get Started With Muscle Activation Techniques® To Loosen Your Tight & Achy Muscles Without Stretching: https://www.matschaumburg.com Have you ever heard that you need to keep your shoulder blades still? Like they need to be held down and back in order for you to properly do certain movements or exercises? There's a huge problem with this idea; one that is likely causing many of the issues and symptoms you may be feeling with your shoulders. On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health podcast, we are discussing why this advice is so problematic, what your shoulder blades actually need to be doing during any activity, and how you can make sure they are able to do that. If you have ever been told that you need to keep your shoulder blades still, we are here to tell you that advice not only is wrong, but is flat out dangerous. This conversation will explain exactly why. Check out all the details in this week's episode! Ready to schedule your first Muscle Activation Techniques® session with us? Click here to get started: http://vagaro.com/muscleactivationschaumburg/services Looking for custom workout programming that gets designed to your exact specifications to build your strength and athleticism? Sign up for PRO Strength & Performance Programming: https://www.charliecates.com/programming Would you like to have our guidance implementing the 4 Exercise For Life Principles while you workout? Join the Exercise For Life Membership for free for 30 days! Just head to www.exerciseforlifestudios.com to get started! Did you find this episode helpful? Let us know by leaving us a rating and review on the following platforms: – Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/exercise-is-health/id1330420565 – Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6H1CneHjsPiPStrAeFTP25?si=X1IuXkp0T1KCv3gCtt3j5g Want to grab a free copy of our best-selling book, "The Exercise For Life Method"? Click here to order yours while copies are still available! www.exerciseforlifemethod.com Just cover the cost of shipping and handling to have it delivered right to you. Follow us on Instagram for more exercise tips and content about MAT here: – Muscle Activation Schaumburg: @muscleactivationschaumburg – Julie Cates: @julcates – Charlie Cates: @charliecates
S9 · E449
August 5 · 14 min
E449 - One Of The Easiest Ways To Get Stronger
Get Started With Muscle Activation Techniques® To Loosen Your Tight & Achy Muscles Without Stretching: https://www.matschaumburg.com Getting stronger requires you to consistently push yourself with your workouts while also staying safe and injury-free. Many people often sacrifice one of these two for the other–they either push themselves really hard and completely disregard how well their body is recovering or they lean so far towards staying safe that they never challenge themselves. While we have spent many episodes talking about how to avoid the former pitfall, there is something we haven't ever discussed about avoiding the latter that will have a huge influence on how strong you get. On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health podcast, we are diving into this topic to unveil one of the easiest and most effective ways you can get stronger. If you have been putting in the time to hit the gym each week but aren't getting the results you want, this one thing likely is missing from the equation for you. Once you add it in, though, your strength can take off. Check out all the details in this week's episode! Ready to schedule your first Muscle Activation Techniques® session with us? Click here to get started: http://vagaro.com/muscleactivationschaumburg/services Looking for custom workout programming that gets designed to your exact specifications to build your strength and athleticism? Sign up for PRO Strength & Performance Programming: https://www.charliecates.com/programming Would you like to have our guidance implementing the 4 Exercise For Life Principles while you workout? Join the Exercise For Life Membership for free for 30 days! Just head to www.exerciseforlifestudios.com to get started! Did you find this episode helpful? Let us know by leaving us a rating and review on the following platforms: – Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/exercise-is-health/id1330420565 – Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6H1CneHjsPiPStrAeFTP25?si=X1IuXkp0T1KCv3gCtt3j5g Want to grab a free copy of our best-selling book, "The Exercise For Life Method"? Click here to order yours while copies are still available! www.exerciseforlifemethod.com Just cover the cost of shipping and handling to have it delivered right to you. Follow us on Instagram for more exercise tips and content about MAT here: – Muscle Activation Schaumburg: @muscleactivationschaumburg – Julie Cates: @julcates – Charlie Cates: @charliecates
S9 · E448
July 29 · 17 min
E448 - Why More Information Rarely Helps You
Get Started With Muscle Activation Techniques® To Loosen Your Tight & Achy Muscles Without Stretching: https://www.matschaumburg.com More information is rarely helpful when it comes to building your health and strength. Instead of falling into the trap of "paralysis by analysis", taking massive action on the basic things that get you 80% of the way to your goal is far more beneficial for most people. However, there are two groups of people who often do benefit from getting more information. Why does more information help these two groups but hinders most people? On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health podcast, that is exactly what we are discussing. We lay out why information overload is killing your progress, how to overcome it, and when you may actually benefit from getting more information on your body. If you have been dragging your feet getting started because you have been waiting for the perfect time or circumstances, listen up! This episode will be the fire you need to take control of your health and workouts despite not having all the pieces to the puzzle. Check out all the details in this week's episode! Ready to schedule your first Muscle Activation Techniques® session with us? Click here to get started: http://vagaro.com/muscleactivationschaumburg/services Looking for custom workout programming that gets designed to your exact specifications to build your strength and athleticism? Sign up for PRO Strength & Performance Programming: https://www.charliecates.com/programming Would you like to have our guidance implementing the 4 Exercise For Life Principles while you workout? Join the Exercise For Life Membership for free for 30 days! Just head to www.exerciseforlifestudios.com to get started! Did you find this episode helpful? Let us know by leaving us a rating and review on the following platforms: – Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/exercise-is-health/id1330420565 – Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6H1CneHjsPiPStrAeFTP25?si=X1IuXkp0T1KCv3gCtt3j5g Want to grab a free copy of our best-selling book, "The Exercise For Life Method"? Click here to order yours while copies are still available! www.exerciseforlifemethod.com Just cover the cost of shipping and handling to have it delivered right to you. Follow us on Instagram for more exercise tips and content about MAT here: – Muscle Activation Schaumburg: @muscleactivationschaumburg – Julie Cates: @julcates – Charlie Cates: @charliecates
S9 · E447
July 22 · 15 min
E447 - Two Interesting Characteristics Of Our Clients Who Get The Best Results
Get Started With Muscle Activation Techniques® To Loosen Your Tight & Achy Muscles Without Stretching: https://www.matschaumburg.com Success leaves clues, and when you look at the clients who have the most success with us, they are no exception to this rule. In fact, there are two distinct characteristics of the clients who get the best results with Muscle Activation Techniques® and strength training that we have seen come up time and again. Fortunately, these characteristics are learnable and can be implemented by anybody really quickly. On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health podcast, we are discussing what these two characteristics are, why they are so impactful on the results people get, and how you can start implementing them in your life right now. If you want a quick and easy way to start improving the results you get with your workouts and in many areas of your life, this is a discussion you need to hear. Check out all the details in this week's episode! Ready to schedule your first Muscle Activation Techniques® session with us? Click here to get started: http://vagaro.com/muscleactivationschaumburg/services Looking for custom workout programming that gets designed to your exact specifications to build your strength and athleticism? Sign up for PRO Strength & Performance Programming: https://www.charliecates.com/programming Would you like to have our guidance implementing the 4 Exercise For Life Principles while you workout? Join the Exercise For Life Membership for free for 30 days! Just head to www.exerciseforlifestudios.com to get started! Did you find this episode helpful? Let us know by leaving us a rating and review on the following platforms: – Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/exercise-is-health/id1330420565 – Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6H1CneHjsPiPStrAeFTP25?si=X1IuXkp0T1KCv3gCtt3j5g Want to grab a free copy of our best-selling book, "The Exercise For Life Method"? Click here to order yours while copies are still available! www.exerciseforlifemethod.com Just cover the cost of shipping and handling to have it delivered right to you. Follow us on Instagram for more exercise tips and content about MAT here: – Muscle Activation Schaumburg: @muscleactivationschaumburg – Julie Cates: @julcates – Charlie Cates: @charliecates
S9 · E446
July 15 · 15 min
E446 - One Thing That Is More Important Than Frequency With MAT
Get Started With Muscle Activation Techniques® To Loosen Your Tight & Achy Muscles Without Stretching: https://www.matschaumburg.com With Muscle Activation Techniques®, meeting frequently early on is extremely helpful to build a solid foundation and correct a lot of underlying issues. However, once that foundation is built and your body is feeling stronger and more mobile, there is something that is more important than meeting frequently to help you maintain these results. While frequency is a big piece of the puzzle if you want to continue to progress your strength and function, there is something that takes precedence over frequency once you switch to a maintenance plan with your MAT. On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health podcast, we are unveiling what this one thing is and explaining why it is so important. If you have ever wondered if MAT is like many other things where you need to keep getting it done every week for the rest of forever, listen up! This conversation will answer that question for you once and for all. Check out all the details in this week's episode! Ready to schedule your first Muscle Activation Techniques® session with us? Click here to get started: http://vagaro.com/muscleactivationschaumburg/services Looking for custom workout programming that gets designed to your exact specifications to build your strength and athleticism? Sign up for PRO Strength & Performance Programming: https://www.charliecates.com/programming Would you like to have our guidance implementing the 4 Exercise For Life Principles while you workout? Join the Exercise For Life Membership for free for 30 days! Just head to www.exerciseforlifestudios.com to get started! Did you find this episode helpful? Let us know by leaving us a rating and review on the following platforms: – Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/exercise-is-health/id1330420565 – Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6H1CneHjsPiPStrAeFTP25?si=X1IuXkp0T1KCv3gCtt3j5g Want to grab a free copy of our best-selling book, "The Exercise For Life Method"? Click here to order yours while copies are still available! www.exerciseforlifemethod.com Just cover the cost of shipping and handling to have it delivered right to you. Follow us on Instagram for more exercise tips and content about MAT here: – Muscle Activation Schaumburg: @muscleactivationschaumburg – Julie Cates: @julcates – Charlie Cates: @charliecates
S9 · E445
July 8 · 13 min
E445 - One Thing That's More Important Than Where Your Pain Is
Get Started With Muscle Activation Techniques® To Loosen Your Tight & Achy Muscles Without Stretching: https://www.matschaumburg.com One of the most common stories out there is that the pain you feel indicates where your underlying issues are. Elbow hurts? Elbow issue. Back is painful? Back issue. Knee aches? Knee issue. As easy as this story is to follow, it is largely untrue. Fortunately, though, there are indicators that are a lot more telling about where your underlying issues actually are. On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health podcast, we are diving into the one that, in our opinion, gives the clearest information about what is going on with your body and how to resolve it. If you have ever been caught on the hamster wheel of, "My symptoms are here so that's where my issues are," listen up! What we share in this conversation can provide a huge perspective shift to get you going in the right direction. Check out all the details in this week's episode! Ready to schedule your first Muscle Activation Techniques® session with us? Click here to get started: http://vagaro.com/muscleactivationschaumburg/services Looking for custom workout programming that gets designed to your exact specifications to build your strength and athleticism? Sign up for PRO Strength & Performance Programming: https://www.charliecates.com/programming Would you like to have our guidance implementing the 4 Exercise For Life Principles while you workout? Join the Exercise For Life Membership for free for 30 days! Just head to www.exerciseforlifestudios.com to get started! Did you find this episode helpful? Let us know by leaving us a rating and review on the following platforms: – Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/exercise-is-health/id1330420565 – Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6H1CneHjsPiPStrAeFTP25?si=X1IuXkp0T1KCv3gCtt3j5g Want to grab a free copy of our best-selling book, "The Exercise For Life Method"? Click here to order yours while copies are still available! www.exerciseforlifemethod.com Just cover the cost of shipping and handling to have it delivered right to you. Follow us on Instagram for more exercise tips and content about MAT here: – Muscle Activation Schaumburg: @muscleactivationschaumburg – Julie Cates: @julcates – Charlie Cates: @charliecates
S9 · E444
July 1 · 15 min
E444 - Should You Do MAT With A Disc Issue?
Get Started With Muscle Activation Techniques® To Loosen Your Tight & Achy Muscles Without Stretching: https://www.matschaumburg.com Disc issues are one of the most common trouble areas we hear about from people. Whether it is a herniated disc in the low back or a bulging disc in the neck, it has been reported that 80% of people over the age of 30 have some type of disc issue. So if you fall into this category, should you seek out Muscle Activation Techniques® to help? On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health podcast, we are diving into the topic of discs, muscles, and MAT, and discussing the relationship between all three. If you have ever considered doing MAT but aren't sure if you should pursue it with a disc issue, listen up! What we share in this conversation will clear up everything you have been wondering. Check out all the details in this week's episode! Ready to schedule your first Muscle Activation Techniques® session with us? Click here to get started: http://vagaro.com/muscleactivationschaumburg/services Looking for custom workout programming that gets designed to your exact specifications to build your strength and athleticism? Sign up for PRO Strength & Performance Programming: https://www.charliecates.com/programming Would you like to have our guidance implementing the 4 Exercise For Life Principles while you workout? Join the Exercise For Life Membership for free for 30 days! Just head to www.exerciseforlifestudios.com to get started! Did you find this episode helpful? Let us know by leaving us a rating and review on the following platforms: – Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/exercise-is-health/id1330420565 – Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6H1CneHjsPiPStrAeFTP25?si=X1IuXkp0T1KCv3gCtt3j5g Want to grab a free copy of our best-selling book, "The Exercise For Life Method"? Click here to order yours while copies are still available! www.exerciseforlifemethod.com Just cover the cost of shipping and handling to have it delivered right to you. Follow us on Instagram for more exercise tips and content about MAT here: – Muscle Activation Schaumburg: @muscleactivationschaumburg – Julie Cates: @julcates – Charlie Cates: @charliecates
S9 · E443
June 24 · 22 min
E443 - Should You Be Wearing Barefoot Shoes?
Get Started With Muscle Activation Techniques® To Loosen Your Tight & Achy Muscles Without Stretching: https://www.matschaumburg.com Should you be wearing barefoot shoes? While some people swear by them, others feel like there is absolutely no possible way they could ever wear barefoot shoes. So what's the deal? Are they right for you? What kinds of benefits do they provide? And are they something you can jump into using without a second thought? On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health podcast, we are talking all about barefoot shoes, their pros and cons, and how we recommend everybody approach using them. If you have ever considered barefoot shoes but have been hesitant to do so, listen up! What we discuss in this conversation will give you the confidence to make an informed decision as to whether or not they are right for you. Check out all the details in this week's episode! Ready to schedule your first Muscle Activation Techniques® session with us? Click here to get started: http://vagaro.com/muscleactivationschaumburg/services Looking for custom workout programming that gets designed to your exact specifications to build your strength and athleticism? Sign up for PRO Strength & Performance Programming: https://www.charliecates.com/programming Would you like to have our guidance implementing the 4 Exercise For Life Principles while you workout? Join the Exercise For Life Membership for free for 30 days! Just head to www.exerciseforlifestudios.com to get started! Did you find this episode helpful? Let us know by leaving us a rating and review on the following platforms: – Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/exercise-is-health/id1330420565 – Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6H1CneHjsPiPStrAeFTP25?si=X1IuXkp0T1KCv3gCtt3j5g Want to grab a free copy of our best-selling book, "The Exercise For Life Method"? Click here to order yours while copies are still available! www.exerciseforlifemethod.com Just cover the cost of shipping and handling to have it delivered right to you. Follow us on Instagram for more exercise tips and content about MAT here: – Muscle Activation Schaumburg: @muscleactivationschaumburg – Julie Cates: @julcates – Charlie Cates: @charliecates
S9 · E442
June 17 · 17 min
E442 - Why You May Need To Exercise More Intensely If Your Body Is Breaking Down
Get Started With Muscle Activation Techniques® To Loosen Your Tight & Achy Muscles Without Stretching: https://www.matschaumburg.com Does your body feel like it is breaking down? Maybe your knee feels achy, your back feels tight, or your shoulders are pinchy. Or maybe it just feels like you are "getting old". A lot of times, when people feel this way, they are hesitant to exercise intensely–or exercise at all. But, truth be told, exercising at a low intensity may actually be causing your body to break down faster. On this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health podcast, we are explaining why this is and how we recommend increasing your exercise intensity while making sure you stay safe. If you have been resistant to exercising intensely because of how your body feels, this conversation will give you the confidence you need to start ramping up your workouts to build your strength and function without feeling achy, sore, or injured. Check out all the details in this week's episode! Ready to schedule your first Muscle Activation Techniques® session with us? Click here to get started: http://vagaro.com/muscleactivationschaumburg/services Looking for custom workout programming that gets designed to your exact specifications to build your strength and athleticism? Sign up for PRO Strength & Performance Programming: https://www.charliecates.com/programming Would you like to have our guidance implementing the 4 Exercise For Life Principles while you workout? Join the Exercise For Life Membership for free for 30 days! Just head to www.exerciseforlifestudios.com to get started! Did you find this episode helpful? Let us know by leaving us a rating and review on the following platforms: – Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/exercise-is-health/id1330420565 – Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6H1CneHjsPiPStrAeFTP25?si=X1IuXkp0T1KCv3gCtt3j5g Want to grab a free copy of our best-selling book, "The Exercise For Life Method"? Click here to order yours while copies are still available! www.exerciseforlifemethod.com Just cover the cost of shipping and handling to have it delivered right to you. Follow us on Instagram for more exercise tips and content about MAT here: – Muscle Activation Schaumburg: @muscleactivationschaumburg – Julie Cates: @julcates – Charlie Cates: @charliecates
S9 · E441
June 10 · 19 min
E441 - Your Body's Two Fences That Dictate Your Mobility
Get Started With Muscle Activation Techniques® To Loosen Your Tight & Achy Muscles Without Stretching: https://www.matschaumburg.com Your body has two types of fences that dictate how well it can move. While some people may be very mobile through their hips and knees, other people may be very mobile in their back and shoulders. And some people, no matter how hard they try, seem to never be able to improve their mobility, while other people just need a little nudge and their body completely opens up. Much of these scenarios are determined by the metaphorical fences that we are discussing on this week's episode of the Exercise Is Health podcast. What are these fences and how can you use this information to help your body move better? This conversation will lay out exactly what you need to know. Check out all the details in this week's episode! Ready to schedule your first Muscle Activation Techniques® session with us? Click here to get started: http://vagaro.com/muscleactivationschaumburg/services Looking for custom workout programming that gets designed to your exact specifications to build your strength and athleticism? Sign up for PRO Strength & Performance Programming: https://www.charliecates.com/programming Would you like to have our guidance implementing the 4 Exercise For Life Principles while you workout? Join the Exercise For Life Membership for free for 30 days! Just head to www.exerciseforlifestudios.com to get started! Did you find this episode helpful? Let us know by leaving us a rating and review on the following platforms: – Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/exercise-is-health/id1330420565 – Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6H1CneHjsPiPStrAeFTP25?si=X1IuXkp0T1KCv3gCtt3j5g Want to grab a free copy of our best-selling book, "The Exercise For Life Method"? Click here to order yours while copies are still available! www.exerciseforlifemethod.com Just cover the cost of shipping and handling to have it delivered right to you. Follow us on Instagram for more exercise tips and content about MAT here: – Muscle Activation Schaumburg: @muscleactivationschaumburg – Julie Cates: @julcates – Charlie Cates: @charliecates

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