Fitness Blog For Active Adults and Seniors

Say No to Negativity – Brain Exercises to Lift Your Mood
by Lori Michiel | Sep 1, 2025
Here are six tips to help lift your mood and block negativity. Some days I feel more anxious than others. Feelings can alter the way we think, but it is our thoughts that can turn negative feelings such as depression, anxiety or anger into a positive experience! There...

Put It on Your Calendar – Senior Exercise Edition
by Lori Michiel | Jul 1, 2025
We’re fairly good at marking important appointments on our calendars – from dental and doctor visits to haircuts, manicures, birthdays, anniversaries or travel. And when we miss these appointments, we feel their absence. Therefore, it stands to reason that your health...

Caregiver Wellness Day
by Jill Masters | May 7, 2025
Lori Michiel will be presenting at Caregivers Wellness Day at ONEGeneration on June 28. "Don't Get Thrown Off Balance" will emphasize the importance of balance, especially for Caregivers. Balance is key to strength and flexibility, helping to eliminate the worry of...

What Does Functional Exercise Really Mean?
by Lori Michiel | May 1, 2025
You’ve probably heard the term - but what does it actually mean? For many it can sound vague or even a little confusing. Let’s break it down and explore why it matters, especially when it comes to everyday activities involving strength, balance and living well. There...

A Tale of Two Hips
by Lori Michiel | Mar 1, 2025
Some types of arthritis can run in families, but it doesn’t mean you’re guaranteed to get it. After having my left hip replaced in 2023, I recovered well. But not long after, my right hip started to give me trouble. X-rays revealed that I was riddled with arthritis. I...

Purpose Reimagined for a New Year
by Lori Michiel | Jan 2, 2025
This new year, take the opportunity to discover your purpose through the various stages of life and personal growth. I can’t sit still for too long. There is always a drive within me to accomplish something each day. Ideally, it’s something that gives me joy and a...

Grateful Rhythms
by Lori Michiel | Nov 1, 2024
As we ease into the holiday season, remember all that you are thankful for and keep those thoughts every day. Here are some words of wisdom from Dear Abby that can make this easier. Recently, after some of the trials and tribulations my vibrant 90-year-old husband has...

He’s One of the Lucky Ones
by Lori Michiel | Sep 1, 2024
Who accompanies you to the doctor and interprets what they say? This summer, I visited the ER once and I accompanied my husband three times. After each visit, we followed up with our primary care doctor. At this point in my life, with my 40 years of experience in...

How to Successfully Return to Your Exercise Routine
by Lori Michiel | Jul 1, 2024
Even the most resolute workout warriors need to take a break from time to time. What is the best way to restart after that break? When I chose to resume my walking routine after hip surgery, I meticulously planned everything. I aimed to wake up at 5:30 AM to be out...

Listen, Dance and Play Music for Your Brain Health
by Lori Michiel | Jun 1, 2024
National Safety Month is also Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month People who have studied the brain have shown that listening to music you enjoy can cause a release of dopamine, a chemical that increases feelings of happiness, according to Sarah Lenz Lock, AARP...
Kind Words from our Clients
Rebecca
After my mom’s strokes, we knew we needed to help her become active and improve her balance. She didn’t have a good habit of any exercise and none of the local senior classes were appropriate for her.
I’m so glad we called Lori Michiel Fitness. Lori came to the house, met with my mom, listened to her needs, took a careful medical history and matched her with a trainer. He is a wonderful trainer who comes to the house three times a week to help support mom’s recovery. The trainer really understands senior fitness. He gives the whole family peace of mind that we are doing what we can to prevent another fall and keep mom active. Lori checks in with us regularly to make sure the therapy continues to be appropriate for mom. We’re very grateful to her.
- Rebecca, San Marino
Charles Savinar
- Charles Savinar
Julie Pearlman Snyder
- Julie Pearlman Snyder (from Facebook Reviews)
Julia Nelson
- Julia Nelson, CA Licensed Professional Fiduciary
D.P.
- D.P.
Beth Trainer
- Beth (from Facebook Reviews)
Ethel
- Ethel
Elena
- Elena, Teacher
Ellie Trope
- Ellie Trope (from Facebook Reviews)
Jill M. Brink
- Jill M. Brink, Ph.D, Geriatric Care Management, Aging Interventions
- Jill M. Brink, Ph.D, Geriatric Care Management, Aging Interventions
Debbi, Trainer
- Debbi, Trainer with Lori Michiel Fitness
Ms. Dailey
Lori, I can't tell you how lucky I feel to have found you. What a gift your work is to the senior community.
- Ms. Dailey
Rhonda Davidson-Schachter
- Rhonda Davidson-Schachter (from Facebook Reviews)
Sheri L.
- Sheri L.
- Sheri L.
Grace
Thank you so much for your patience, persistence and passion in serving clients like my mother. You and Kim are amazing.
Blessings, Grace
Nancy
- Nancy
B
Thank you! Linda is proof that the right medication plus the right exercise can create miracles!
- B
Mary
Lori's principles of dynamic stretching revolutionized the way I approach stretching. I've seen a great increase in flexibility and have even built additional strength using her techniques.
- Mary
- Mary
Steven A. Vasilev
- Steven A. Vasilev MD MBA FACOG FACS FACN ABIHM ABOIM
Mary
- Mary
Miriam Brauner
Now I can walk better. Also before I was going up the stairs one step at the time. Now I can go up and down by holding from both rails without a problem. I can go up 120 steps and more.
I continue doing all the exercises and they have given me more strength in all my body.
There aren't any words to say how much Lori and her trainer, therapist changed my life forever. Until today, I do the exercises they taught me.
I will thank them forever.
They changed my life. They can change your life too.
- Miriam Brauner
Rolanda
– Rolanda
– Rolanda
Deb
- Deb
Tammy
- Tammy
TomMac
I am glad that you had the chance to see how I have prospered under the tutelage of your trainer. She has been such a genuine part of my recovery and has become a wonderful friend.
To the both of you, I say take a bow for a job well done.
Love ❤️
TomMac
Jackie
– Jackie
– Jackie
Tristan
- Tristan
Ann
Gratefully,
Ann
Mary-Austin
We are grateful for your help in getting her to this place and sustaining it.
- Mary-Austin
Scott
- Scott
Jersey John
Lori,
You're amazing...you can pivot in a moment's flash... if you could bottle that productivity and sell it to seniors you could buy California, despite the fact that you already help many people and make their lives better!! Stay YOU!!!
Love, Jersey John
Judi G.
Lori and her team provide personal training for my elderly mother who has Alzheimer's and dementia, as part of her overall care. They customized a program addressing her needs, including balance and mobility. She really likes her two trainers and looks forward to her sessions. I highly recommend Lori Michiel Fitness!
- Judi G.
- Judi G.
Deb
My struggle area right now, Lori!
You are such a blessing and like your sign in the video in the background, I do 'give thanks' for you and your dedication to all of us who are trying to do the best we can with our bodies...no matter where we are and at what stage of health we are in!
Love your heart to serve, my friend!
- Deb M.
Kimberly
- Kimberly, Personal Assistant
Pamela
Warm hugs,
Pamela