Fitness Blog For Active Adults and Seniors

Out-Muscle the Grim Reaper
by Lori Michiel | Jun 1, 2018
Here are more reasons for older adults to strength train based on a study from the University of California, Los Angeles, that indicates a new link between improving muscle mass and longevity. Muscle mass can be a critical component to longer life. Not only does...

Can You Be Thankful for Your Challenges?
by Lori Michiel | May 1, 2018
When you are committed to recovering from high conflict issues plaguing your life, how do you get started on a wellness path? Divorce, high conflict custody issues, recovering from drug or alcohol abuse, and other addictions that have you feeling stressed and out of...

Life with Parkinson’s Disease
by Lori Michiel | Apr 1, 2018
There is a practical side to Parkinson’s disease (PD). “See yourself as a survivor not a victim: The difference is more than semantic. It is a way of being.” - Trisha Mell, Author, I am the Central Park Jogger In honor of Parkinson’s Disease Awareness Month, I wanted...

Stop the Pain – Fitness Pet Peeves Part 2 of 2
by Lori Michiel | Mar 1, 2018
Exercise is different for everyone because each of us begin at different levels. You can learn techniques to safely modify exercise intensity whether you are returning to working out or starting fresh. In a question and solution format, we will address two specific...

Stop the Pain – Fitness Pet Peeves Part 1 of 2
by Lori Michiel | Feb 1, 2018
Exercise is different for everyone because each of us begin at different levels. You can learn techniques to safely modify exercise intensity whether you are returning to working out or just beginning. In the question and solution format following, I will address two...

Can Physical Activity Help You Triumph Over Lingering Holiday Blues?
by Lori Michiel | Jan 1, 2018
Can You Beat Seasonal Affective Disorder Once and for All? The holidays are finally over. For some it’s a good thing-- for others not so much. Were the holidays everything magical you’d hoped for? Filled with family and social events? While many anticipate that...

A Healthy Way to Give of Yourself with Sweet Results
by Lori Michiel | Dec 1, 2017
Give of yourself this year and see what gratifying results come to you. I envy people who volunteer during the holidays. I do what I can to make a difference because I was raised to help those less fortunate than me. It might sound cliché, but it is true. Last year,...

Can Tapping Into Your Memory Help You Stay Aerobically Fit?
by Lori Michiel | Nov 2, 2017
November is Alzheimer’s awareness month. There are fun ways to teach your loved ones effective exercise and lively movement to improve their cardio and strength endurance—two activities that assist in brain health. There is no shortage of research regarding the...

Do Doctors Give Advice to Get in Shape Before Surgery?
by Lori Michiel | Oct 1, 2017
Are you healthy enough to have surgery? Hospitals are asking about your health condition prior to having elective surgery procedures such as hip and knee replacement or a back operation. Their goal is to identify those at higher risk for infections and other...

Sleep and Your Brain…Can I Sleep Like a Baby? Part 2 of 2
by Lori Michiel | Sep 1, 2017
We need to make sleep a priority. Unfortunately, some consider sleep to be a waste of time. Just the opposite is true. Sleep is critical for your emotional, physical and neurological well-being. There is NO substitute! Too many of us fight sleep, not wanting to miss...
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Sherri
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Thanks,
Eileen, Executive Director Parkinson's Resource Organization
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.
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Thank you so much for your patience, persistence and passion in serving clients like my mother. You and Kim are amazing.
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Nancy
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Thank you! Linda is proof that the right medication plus the right exercise can create miracles!
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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.
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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
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Tammy
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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
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Ann
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Ann
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