What Do All Those Words Mean? A Glossary for Exercise and Movement
by Lori Michiel | Dec 1, 2023 | Blog
Important terms to improve your concentration, focus and results during your fitness sessions. I’ve been in the presence of trainers who use “big words” when they explain a movement pattern. For instance, if a client is instructed to move “latterly”,...An Exercise to Promote Balance and Strength
by Lori Michiel | Dec 1, 2023 | Exercise Snack Videos
Strengthening muscle groups helps with walking and decreases the chance of injury. It assists with balance and can reduce the risk of falls. In this video, Lori uses weights to counter-balance her movements and challenge her hamstring muscles to support …AARP Article Quoting Lori Michiel
by Jill Masters | Nov 29, 2023 | Press
Lori was interviewed for the article, “The #1 Exercise to Do as You Get Older” featured in the Health section of AARP The Magazine, now online. The article gives instructions for exercises highlighting squats at different levels. Lori counsels seniors...What Do You Mean I Can’t Walk Up the Stairs?
by Lori Michiel | Nov 1, 2023 | Blog
A continuation of recovery after my hip replacement surgery. I was given strict instructions to take it easy (it is hard for me to sit still) for two weeks after my hip replacement surgery. If I couldn’t move the way...Husband and Wife Senior Fitness Challenge
by Lori Michiel | Nov 1, 2023 | Exercise Snack Videos
Two versions of balance exercises you can do together, both using a weighted ball. These exercises focus on the core. The second exercise can help you practice walking and maintaining your balance, to prevent a fall, when it is dark …Mental Agility for Older Adults and Seniors
by Lori Michiel | Oct 1, 2023 | Exercise Snack Videos
Being “quick” can help you act fast in situations like falling and driving. It helps maintain balance, posture, body alignment and cognitive function! You may look a bit goofy while doing these exercises, but it’s fun and all for the …Who Said I Can Only Go Up the Stairs Once a Day?
by Lori Michiel | Oct 1, 2023 | Blog
When your life gets turned upside down and your regular schedule is on hold, how do you cope? For months and months, I anticipated getting my left hip joint replaced. I emphasize my left hip joint because I’m a righty...Hand-Eye Coordination
by Lori Michiel | Sep 1, 2023 | Exercise Snack Videos
Since falls are the leading cause of injury in seniors, maintaining motor skills and reflexes to coordinate balance is invaluable. In this video, Lori is assisting a group of retired nuns in a straightforward exercise. You can practice this movement …How Do You Improve Your Coordination If You Are Clumsy or a Klutz?
by Lori Michiel | Sep 1, 2023 | Blog
You’ve heard the terms. Each is a bit different than the other. Clumsy refers to lack of coordination or dexterity; klutz refers to someone who is habitually accident prone. How old were you when you took off the training wheels...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 Daniel. Daniel is a wonderful trainer who comes to the house three times a week to help support mom’s recovery. Daniel 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
Julia Nelson
- Julia Nelson, CA Licensed Professional Fiduciary
D.P.
- D.P.
Ethel
- Ethel
Elena
- Elena, Teacher
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
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
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
Rolanda
– Rolanda
– Rolanda
Deb
- Deb
Tammy
- Tammy
Jackie
– Jackie
– Jackie
Tristan
- Tristan
Ann
Gratefully,
Ann
Scott
- Scott
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
Pam
I am very thankful for finding you and for your willingness to work with me! You are a wonderful person and I appreciate you very much.
- Pam
- Pam
JL
- JL
Susan M.
- Susan M.
Rene Russo
Your fitness program has really helped my mom!! I saw her this week and she is stronger and her balance has really improved. She got up from her chair so much easier!!!
Best news, she's very happy that she started working out and she adores Sam and Rita.She actually looks forward to it.
It's great to have a job that makes a difference in people’s lives. What a blessing you have been to all of us. Thank you so so much for all you do.
Best wishes to you for a beautiful new year.
Love,
Rene Russo, Actor
Love,
Rene Russo, Actor
Fabiola
Blessings, Fabiola, Personal Trainer
Bryan
- Bryan
Barb Weitzberg
– Barb Weitzberg
Ann (Maine)
-Ann (Maine)
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
Cameron Edward Benton
- Cameron Edward Benton