

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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Jan 20, 2021 • 34min
E160 - Is Lifting Weights The Best Way To Maintain Muscle Mass After The Age Of 40?
This week on the Exercise Is Health podcast, Julie and Charlie answer a listener-submitted question about maintaining muscle with age. There are a number of myths floating around about what is actually necessary to maintain muscle as you enter and progress through middle age, and Julie and Charlie cut right through those to give you exactly what you need to know. Check out all of the details in this week's episode! This week’s episode of the Exercise Is Health podcast is brought to you by the One Workout Away Challenge. These 28-day challenges are designed to teach you how you can be just one workout away from feeling stronger, functioning better, and living healthier. To learn more about these challenges and to enroll in the next one that starts February 14, visit owa.matschaumburg.com.

Jan 13, 2021 • 41min
E159 - Is Joint Degradation A Symptom?
This week on the Exercise Is Health podcast, Julie and Charlie are discussing joint degradation such as arthritis and disc issues. Are these conditions the primary issue for most people, or are they simply a symptom of a bigger underlying issue? Furthermore, is there anything that can be done to either help with or completely resolve joint degradation issues outside of surgical interventions? Check out all of the details in this week's episode! This week’s episode of the Exercise Is Health podcast is brought to you by the MAS At-Home Workout Program. If you are looking for a way to use exercise to boost the health and function of your body from the convenience of your own home using minimal equipment, then you need to check out the MAS At-Home Workout Program. This 75-day video-guided program contains over 100 workouts, including resistance training, cardio, mobility workshops, and recovery workouts. Learn more and download your copy today at homeworkout.matschaumburg.com! Want to learn more about Charlie’s new book and sign up to receive updates and bonuses? Check out all of the info here!

Jan 6, 2021 • 29min
E158 - 3 Adjustments To Make Your New Year's Resolutions More Successful
This week on the Exercise Is Health podcast, Julie and Charlie discuss New Year's Resolutions, why they so often fail, and some simple adjustments you can make to dramatically increase your chances of sticking to your resolutions long-term. If you have any health or exercise-related goals for 2021, this conversation is a must-listen. Check out all of the details in this week's episode! This week’s episode of the Exercise Is Health podcast is brought to you by the MAS At-Home Workout Program. If you are looking for a way to use exercise to boost the health and function of your body from the convenience of your own home using minimal equipment, then you need to check out the MAS At-Home Workout Program. This 75-day video-guided program contains over 100 workouts, including resistance training, cardio, mobility workshops, and recovery workouts. Learn more and download your copy today at homeworkout.matschaumburg.com! Want to learn more about Charlie's new book and sign up to receive updates and bonuses? Check out all of the info here!

Dec 30, 2020 • 37min
E157 - 2020 Recap and 2021 Projections
This week on the Exercise Is Health podcast, Julie and Charlie recap an eventful 2020. While much of the fitness industry was turned upside down, there were tremendous strides made at Muscle Activation Schaumburg. They also give some insights into what is in store for 2021! Check out all of the details in this week's episode, and be sure to listen all the way to the end for a big surprise! This week’s episode of the Exercise Is Health podcast is brought to you by the One Workout Away Challenge. These 28-day challenges are designed to teach you how you can be just one workout away from feeling stronger, functioning better, and living healthier. To learn more about these challenges and to enroll in the next one that starts January 3, visit owa.matschaumburg.com.

Dec 23, 2020 • 58min
E156 - Julie & Charlie on the Mammoth Health Podcast with Brady Seignious
This week on the Exercise Is Health podcast, Julie and Charlie share an episode they recorded for the Mammoth Health podcast back in June. The show's host, Brady Seignieous, explores a number of topics including Muscle Activation Techniques® (MAT®), integrating MAT® with traditional exercise, and advice for starting and running a personal training business. Check out the details in this week's episode! This week’s episode of the Exercise Is Health podcast is brought to you by the One Workout Away Challenge. These 28-day challenges are designed to teach you how you can be just one workout away from feeling stronger, functioning better, and living healthier. To learn more about these challenges and to enroll in the next one that starts January 3, visit owa.matschaumburg.com.

Dec 16, 2020 • 42min
E155 - Why (Most) Health and Fitness Challenges Make You Less Healthy
This week on the Exercise Is Health podcast, Julie and Charlie are discussing one of the more popular trends in health and fitness industry as we approach the turn of the year - health and fitness challenges. The reality is that most health and fitness challenges actually leave the participants less healthy. Learn why this is and what you can do to make the most of any challenges you participate in this upcoming year in this week's episode! This week’s episode of the Exercise Is Health podcast is brought to you by the One Workout Away Challenge. These 28-day challenges are designed to teach you how you can be just one workout away from feeling stronger, functioning better, and living healthier. To learn more about these challenges and to enroll in the next one that starts January 3, visit owa.matschaumburg.com.

Dec 9, 2020 • 31min
E154 - How does MAT® improve strength?
This week on the Exercise Is Health podcast, Julie and Charlie continue their discussion from last week about things you can do to improve your strength without increasing the weight you are using. While last week's episode focused on specific things you can do during your workout, this week is all about Muscle Activation Techniques® (MAT®). MAT® is one of the most powerful ways to see significant improvements in your strength, and Julie and Charlie discuss why this is and how it relates to the workouts you are already doing. Check out all of the details in this week's episode! This week’s episode of the Exercise Is Health podcast is brought to you by the MAS At-Home Workout Program. If you are looking for a way to use exercise to boost the health and function of your body from the convenience of your own home using minimal equipment, then you need to check out the MAS At-Home Workout Program. This 75-day video-guided program contains over 100 workouts, including resistance training, cardio, mobility workshops, and recovery workouts. Learn more and download your copy today at homeworkout.matschaumburg.com! To find a certified MAT® specialist in your area, click here. In the Chicagoland area? Schedule with us here!

Dec 2, 2020 • 25min
E153 - Three Ways To Increase Your Strength Without Increasing The Weight You Are Using
This week on the Exercise Is Health podcast, Julie and Charlie address a common concern regarding resistance training and increasing strength. If you have heard that in order to get stronger, you need to lift more weight, listen up! There are some specific things you can do during your workouts that do not involve increasing the amount of weight you are using but will almost certainly result in you increasing your strength. Check out this week's episode for the details! This week’s episode of the Exercise Is Health podcast is brought to you by the MAS At-Home Workout Program. If you are looking for a way to use exercise to boost the health and function of your body from the convenience of your own home using minimal equipment, then you need to check out the MAS At-Home Workout Program. This 75-day video-guided program contains over 100 workouts, including resistance training, cardio, mobility workshops, and recovery workouts. Learn more and download your copy today at homeworkout.matschaumburg.com!

Nov 25, 2020 • 26min
E152 - Can you replace traditional cardio with HIIT?
This week on the Exercise Is Health podcast, Julie and Charlie discuss a listener-submitted question regarding cardio exercise, high intensity interval training (HIIT), and health. If you have ever wondered if you can swap out traditional aerobic exercise for HIIT and still receive all of the same health benefits, check this episode out! This week’s episode of the Exercise Is Health podcast is brought to you by the MAS At-Home Workout Program. If you are looking for a way to use exercise to boost the health and function of your body from the convenience of your own home using minimal equipment, then you need to check out the MAS At-Home Workout Program. This 75-day video-guided program contains over 100 workouts, including resistance training, cardio, mobility workshops, and recovery workouts. Learn more and download your copy today at homeworkout.matschaumburg.com!

Nov 18, 2020 • 55min
E151 - High Performance Habits with Dave LoSavio
This week on the Exercise Is Health podcast, Julie and Charlie sit down with Dave LoSavio to discuss high performance habits - habits that you can insert into your day to take your performance, efficiency, and results in life to the next level. There are very specific things that high performers do on a consistent basis, and Dave breaks it down for you. Check out all of the details in this week's episode! If you would like to connect with Dave, be sure to check him out online. You can also reach him via email at dave@davelosavio.com.