Why Choose A Certified Trainer?

Functional anatomy is defined as how our body moves in order to accomplish daily activities of living; biomechanics refers to how physics relates to sport, motion, resistance and momentum. Motor behavior is how our brain translates messages into physical skills such as lifting weights, running, balancing.
Basic Requirements
In order to be considered as a trainer with Lori Michiel Fitness, the following requirements must be completed:
- They must be at least 18 years of age.
- They are required to submit annual or semi-annual Certified Education Units (CEU’s), proof of insurance, and proof of training in CPR and AED.
- They must have at least two years’ experience as a fitness trainer or group exercise instructor or both.
- They must submit at least two references.
If the trainer does not have formal education in this area, they must possess a fitness certification from a reputable fitness agency, such as NASM (National Academy of Sports Medicine), ACE (American Council on Exercise) or ACSM (American College of Sports Medicine). These organizations are accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA), which is the benchmark for certification programs.
“In nursing, we are trained to anticipate any potential occurrences and I am trying to think in advance for her well-being.”
-Debbi
Beyond the Basics
Quality instructors should be familiar with and understand the basic guidelines of the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) and the American Heart Association (AHA) for healthy older adults and frail seniors. They know how to properly instruct a new client with past medical conditions, risk factors, neuromuscular or muscular skeletal imbalances, etc. They are prepared to advise and train a client who has decreased cardio endurance, balance, flexibility, mobility, etc.
Lori Michiel Fitness Trainers
Each prospective Lori Michiel Fitness trainer and has an in-depth interview using real-life situational cases. Trainers must possess a good sense of humor, be genuine, well-groomed and exhibit a professional attitude along with a full understanding of the guidelines for the Scope of Practice for trainers.
“I have been working as a trainer with Lori Michiel since 2014. I can always go to Lori when I have questions with my clients. She is supportive, encouraging, and filled with resources. I continue to be amazed at her areas of expertise relating to Older Adults from Parkinson’s Disease, Arthritis, and just over all negative dispositions.”
Kind Words from our Clients
Steven A. Vasilev
- Steven A. Vasilev MD MBA FACOG FACS FACN ABIHM ABOIM
Fabiola
Blessings, Fabiola, Personal Trainer
Deb
- Deb
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.
Sherri
As a Personal Trainer, I appreciate that you trust my skills and give me the freedom to create the best personalized training programs for our clients. Since you too are an excellent Personal Trainer, and stay up-to-date with current trends and fitness education, we're able to collaborate to determine the best approach for our clients. It's a great working team! Thank you for the opportunity to work with you.
- Sherri
Julie
- Julie
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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
Nancy
I am so grateful to have found you and all the work you went through to hook me up with a trainer.
Everything is going great. I'm so much stronger than I was when I started. My trainer is wonderful - I like it that she increases the difficulty of what I'm doing at just the right pace - challenging but doable.
By the way - I've graduated to 3 pound weights and barely have to hold the chair at all for balance. Little steps for some - huge for me.
- Nancy
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
Ann (Maine)
-Ann (Maine)
Barb Weitzberg
– Barb Weitzberg
Rico
My mom is doing very well. She’s getting back into her ceramics studio and making more stuff and seeing her friends.
- Rico
Cameron Edward Benton
- Cameron Edward Benton
Rebecca
- Rebecca
Sam Strain – Trainer
Customer care is of the utmost concern to her. She is very knowledgeable about personal training and the workings of the functional human body from a bio-mechanical point of view. She is compassionate about all her clients as they all get her personal touch.
I would feel most comfortable recommending her to anyone that is in need of her services.
Respectfully,
Samuel Strain II NASM/CES
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
Julia Nelson
- Julia Nelson, CA Licensed Professional Fiduciary
Ethel
- Ethel
Debbi, Trainer
- Debbi, Trainer with Lori Michiel Fitness
Jill M. Brink
- Jill M. Brink, Ph.D, Geriatric Care Management, Aging Interventions
- Jill M. Brink, Ph.D, Geriatric Care Management, Aging Interventions
Grace
Thank you so much for your patience, persistence and passion in serving clients like my mother. You and Kim are amazing.
Blessings, Grace
Sheri L.
- Sheri L.
- Sheri L.
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
Tristan
- Tristan
Rolanda
– Rolanda
– Rolanda
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.
Jackie
– Jackie
– Jackie
JL
- JL
Alyse Hart
- Alyse Hart
- Alyse Hart
Rich S., Teacher
- Rich S., Teacher
- Rich S., Teacher
Brenda Hans
- Brenda Hans, former Executive Director, Brookdale Chatsworth Senior Living
- Brenda Hans, former Executive Director, Brookdale Chatsworth Senior Living
Susan
- Susan
- Susan
Katherine Lerner
- Katherine Lerner
Al
- Al
- Al
Sue Gramacy
- Sue Gramacy
- Sue Gramacy
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