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Resistance Bands for Beginners and Osteoporosis

Carol Michaels

Sep 4

Resistance Bands for Beginners and Osteoporosis

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...

Carol Michaels

May 8

Osteoporosis Exercise

· The components of a complete osteoporosis program include weight bearing and modified impact exercise, strength training, balance,...

Exercising Safely for Multiple Myeloma Patients

Carol Michaels

Mar 30

Exercising Safely for Multiple Myeloma Patients

Multiple myeloma patients can benefit from exercise. Studies have indicated that exercise may increase fitness and energy levels, improve...

Carol Michaels

Nov 18, 2023

How to Strengthen the Spine to Prevent Vertebral Fractures-Safe for Osteoporosis

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

Rehabilitative Stretching for Cancer Patients video on YouTube

Carol Michaels

Oct 21, 2023

Rehabilitative Stretching for Cancer Patients video on YouTube

Stretching Exercises for Cancer Patients was one of the first full length cancer exercise videos designed for someone going through...

Carol Michaels

Sep 23, 2023

World Osteoporosis Day

World Osteoporosis Day is October 20th which is a good reminder for everyone to have their bone density test. Most people do not realize...

Carol Michaels

Aug 24, 2023

Cancer Survivorship Plan -Exercise!

There are numerous issues that need to be covered in a survivorship plan. I will focus on physical activity. Exercise is an important...

Restaurant Dining-Tips for Weight Control

Carol Michaels

Jul 28, 2023

Restaurant Dining-Tips for Weight Control

Restaurant meals are not always prepared in a healthy fashion. The portions can be huge and the food prepared with too much salt and fat....

Carol Michaels

May 26, 2023

Brain Health Senior Fitness

How can we keep our brain working its best? We know that exercise, good nutrition, new experiences, and stress reduction will help our...

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...

May is Osteoporosis Awareness and Prevention Month

Carol Michaels

Mar 17, 2023

May is Osteoporosis Awareness and Prevention Month

Improving balance is a priority for those with osteoporosis. Falls and fall-related injuries, such as a hip fracture, can have a serious...

Carol Michaels

Jan 22, 2023

ACSM Fitness Trends for 2023

The top 6 trends are: Wearable Technology. This includes fitness trackers, smart watches, heart rate monitors and GPS tracking devices....

Carol Michaels

Jan 20, 2023

Moving

I always tell my fitness family to keep moving. That refers to physical activity. But I keep moving to different residential and work...

Integrating Exercise and Health Practices During the Holidays

Carol Michaels

Nov 10, 2022

Integrating Exercise and Health Practices During the Holidays

The holidays are fun and sometimes stressful. There can be holiday parties, family obligations, and eating temptations. How many of you...

Carol Michaels

Oct 16, 2022

Can Exercise Help a Cancer Survivor?

Exercise may be the last thing on your mind after diagnosis. But cancer surgery and treatment often result in a number of side effects...

Bridge Exercise Using the Roller- spine strength

Carol Michaels

Sep 26, 2022

Bridge Exercise Using the Roller- spine strength

Carol Michaels

Aug 26, 2022

When is the Best Time to Work Out?

I generally recommend exercising first thing in the morning so that you are able to exercise without having interruptions. When are you...

Carol Michaels

Jul 24, 2022

No Pain No Gain is Out

Get rid of that no pain no gain mentality. It only leads to injuries. Learn how to make your exercise routine your own by trying...