Debunking Myths About Osteoporosis from the National Osteoporosis Foundation
Myth #1: Most people don’t need to worry about osteoporosis. Millions of Americans – 44 million to be exact – have low bone density or...
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Carol Michaels
- Jun 13, 2013
The Benefits of the Full Range of Motion Squat
All too often we are taught to limit our squatting to just below parallel rather than perform full ‘arse to grass’ squats, because it is...
Carol Michaels
- Jun 3, 2013
Olive Oil as Part Of Beauty Routine
Olive oil an essential ingredient in a healthy diet. But did you know it can be used for your hair and skin? Olive oil is a great hair...
Carol Michaels
- May 18, 2013
Beware of False Fitness Claims
When it comes to fitness and health programs, gimmicks are always present, as are misleading advertisements that will guarantee you the...
Carol Michaels
- Apr 13, 2013
Gyrokinesis
Gyrokinesis was developed by Horvath, a Hungarian born in Romania, who was trained as a ballet dancer and eventually moved to the United...
Carol Michaels
- Apr 3, 2013
Getting The Most Out Of Your Exercise
We all know how fantastic working out is for your health. But what happens when your workouts aren’t delivering the results you want? ...
Carol Michaels
- Mar 19, 2013
Hospitals Should Be A Good Role Model & Serve Healthy Food
Have you ever been to one of the leading hospitals in the world – and seen a McDonald’s inside the building? Have you asked the CEO of a...
Carol Michaels
- Mar 2, 2013
Exercise Decreases Risk of Breast Cancer
Exercise may lower a woman’s risk for breast cancer. Guidelines recommend people get about 150 minutes of moderate exercise a week....
Carol Michaels
- Feb 14, 2013
Benefits of Chocolate In Moderation
Just in time for Valentine’s Day, the American Chemical Society (ACS), the world’s largest scientific society, released a new Bytesize...
Carol Michaels
- Feb 1, 2013
Bone Density And Beer
We all know about the dreaded beer belly, but can beer actually be beneficial to your health? Beer and Bone Density: A 2009 study done by...
Carol Michaels
- Jan 4, 2013
The Fat and Breast Cancer Connection
There is a connection between fat and breast cancer, especially in those diagnosed with cancer after menopause. Breast cancer remains...
Carol Michaels
- Jan 2, 2013
Understanding Portion Sizes
Breakfast: 300-Calorie Meals & Portions Here are three morning meals that each weigh in at 300 calories. Healthy and quick homemade...
Carol Michaels
- Nov 30, 2012
Tips for Weight Control When Dining Out
1. Restaurant portions can be huge so even before you start your meal, have your server wrap up half of your food. Keep in mind, a...
Carol Michaels
- Nov 11, 2012
Male Cancer Survivors Need To Be Active
The Journal of Physical Activity and Health reported that physical activity can extend the life of male cancer survivors. The study was...
Carol Michaels
- Nov 2, 2012
Making Fitness Fun
One of my goals as a fitness professional is to motivate you to improve your fitness level. One way to do this is to find exercise...
Carol Michaels
- Oct 2, 2012
When To Start A Cancer Exercise Program
When can you start a exercise program after having cancer surgery and treatments? You should start stretching exercises as soon as you...
Carol Michaels
- Jul 31, 2012
Introduction to the Recovery Fitness Cancer Exercise Program
During my 16 year experience as a fitness professional and cancer exercise specialist, I have worked with hundreds of cancer patients and...
Carol Michaels
- Jul 18, 2012
Cancer Survivors Need To Exercise To Improve Posture
Cancer surgery and treatments can affect posture in cancer survivors. Studies have shown that if you have breast cancer surgery and...
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