Fitness Blog For Active Adults and Seniors

The Stages of Change
by Lori Michiel | May 1, 2019
You can’t make changes in your life without identifying what they are first. “Ugh, I’m too tired for exercise.” “I don’t have time.” “My knees hurt.” “I’ve tried and it’s not for me.” “Boring!” “I’m always winded.” Sound familiar? There are NEW...

Emotional Flexibility – How Do You Heal?
by Lori Michiel | Apr 1, 2019
If you are sidelined by an illness, injury or surgery, use these strategies to feel better and heal faster. In April, we recognize National Stress Awareness Month. One of the biggest stressors can be postponing your regular routines while recovering. If you have ever...

What? No Butts after 50?
by Lori Michiel | Mar 1, 2019
Ever notice your rear-end drops lower and gets flatter with every passing year? Building gluteal muscles is not always about esthetics, it can be, but here are other ideas why it is important to have a firm tush. Squats and lunges alone won’t get to these muscles and...

Use Exercise Bands to Boost Your Cardio Endurance and Reduce Inflammation
by Lori Michiel | Feb 1, 2019
Researchers studied 1,544 people age 50-plus. Some of those in their 80s had the lowest inflammation levels in their bodies because they took care of their health. This included cardio exercises along with resistance – weight training with weights and...

Ten Ways to Create New Habits and Overcome Challenges
by Lori Michiel | Jan 1, 2019
There are simple approaches to integrate change into your life. Can you do more to cultivate new habits, increase happiness, nurture self-confidence or just lose a few pounds? With a new year comes new responsibility. Before the start of last year, I felt pressure to...

Find Your Sunshine Even in Winter
by Lori Michiel | Dec 1, 2018
We have to age, but we don’t have to get old: a recipe for six mood boosters to brighten bumpy days. When my friend, Joan, was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) 10 years ago, her daughter gave her a jar filled with silly trinkets and slips of paper with...

Avoid the Midlife Slump That Can Create a Midlife Crisis
by Lori Michiel | Nov 1, 2018
Have you seen your posture reflection in the mirror lately? Do you have memories of your mom saying, “Chin up, shoulders back, stand straight!”? As we age, gravity has a detrimental effect on our posture. We all naturally shrink, as the intervertebral discs become...

You Are a Survivor! Remain strong through exercise.
by Lori Michiel | Oct 1, 2018
Exercise and fitness after a cancer diagnosis may seem daunting, but studies show it can make a BIG difference! Too many people in my life have cancer. Since this is Breast Cancer Awareness month, I thought I would take this opportunity to share some things I have...

Active Aging Week is Approaching. Create a Concrete Plan for Success.
by Lori Michiel | Sep 1, 2018
Each year at this time, the International Council on Active Aging® (ICAA) helps promote wellness. This year “Inspiring Wellness” is the theme. Ever since I became a personal fitness trainer, I was drawn to working with seniors. I never had any doubt that would be my...

I’m Havin’ a Hot Flash – Cool Menopause with Exercise
by Lori Michiel | Aug 1, 2018
Women in midlife find many excuses not to exercise, what they may not know is that exercise can relieve some symptoms of menopause. I rarely think about the negative effects of menopause anymore. My friends think I’m either lucky or a bit crazy for saying so. As my...
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
Mary-Austin
We are grateful for your help in getting her to this place and sustaining it.
- Mary-Austin
Rod W.
Most importantly, she matched my mom with a trainer who’s a perfect fit—skilled, kind, reliable, and helps keep my mom motivated!
I highly recommend Lori's service to any senior citizen or sedentary retiree.
Sincerely,
Rod W.
Julia Nelson
- Julia Nelson, CA Licensed Professional Fiduciary
Kimberly
- Kimberly, Personal Assistant
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
Ethel
- Ethel
Rico
My mom is doing very well. She’s getting back into her ceramics studio and making more stuff and seeing her friends.
- Rico
Ann
Gratefully,
Ann
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
Scott
- Scott
Eileen ED PRO
I just wanted to send the biggest thank you for joining us at The Variel. You put on such an excellent class and I know our contact at The Variel was really impressed.
I can't say enough good things about your class. You were knowledgeable, engaging, and FUN! I've worked with a number of fitness instructors over the years -- some are good and some are standout, and you quickly revealed yourself to be standout.
I look forward to working with you again in the future, and thanks for donating your time to our special community this past Saturday.
Thanks,
Eileen, Executive Director Parkinson's Resource Organization
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
Charles Savinar
- Charles Savinar
Dr. Kaloostian
- Dr. Kaloostian
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
B
Thank you! Linda is proof that the right medication plus the right exercise can create miracles!
- B
Bryan
- Bryan
Rolanda
– Rolanda
– Rolanda
Tristan
- Tristan
Sheila
- Sheila
Karen
Lori,
Thank you so much for your awesome presentation at Senior Congress! Your passion for what you do was clear and everyone thoroughly enjoyed it! We so appreciate the time you took out of your busy schedule to join us and share your insight with our attendees.
With gratitude,
Karen
Jackie
– Jackie
– Jackie
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.
Rebecca
- Rebecca
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
Steven A. Vasilev
- Steven A. Vasilev MD MBA FACOG FACS FACN ABIHM ABOIM
JL
- JL
D.P.
- D.P.
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
Deb
- Deb
Susan M.
- Susan M.
Fabiola
Blessings, Fabiola, Personal Trainer