Exercise Is Health

This week on the Exercise Is Health podcast , Julie and Charlie answer a question that comes up with a lot of people - how do you get yourself to exercise consistently if it doesn't feel good for you? If you have ever felt like your body was not enjoying your workouts, this discussion is for you. Check out all of the details about what to do and why in this week's episode! Want to get a FREE copy...

This week on the Exercise Is Health podcast , Julie and Charlie discuss a phrase that is often thrown around when people don't find themselves not exercising as frequently as they know they should... "Yeah, but I'm active all day...". If you are moving all day, great! Keep it up! But it is not a substitute for your formal workouts, and Julie and Charlie explain why. Check out the details in this w...

This week on the Exercise Is Health Podcast , Julie and Charlie discuss a common misconception in the mainstream fitness industry that says lifting weights and building muscle will reduce your flexibility. In fact, the exact opposite is true -- lifting weights can actually make you more flexible! But how you do it matters... Check out the details in this week's episode! Want to get a FREE copy of...

This week on the Exercise Is Health podcast , Julie and Charlie discuss a topic that can have profound implications for your overall health and quality of life. It is often cited that walking and other forms of aerobic exercise can improve the health of your brain, but what about lifting weights? Is there any evidence to show that resistance training can also contribute to brain growth? Check out...

This week on the Exercise Is Health podcast , Julie and Charlie travel down the road of the one of the most sought-after areas in health and fitness - the core. There are some huge myths and misunderstandings about the core and what needs to be done to keep it safe, strong, and looking good. Julie and Charlie tackle these myths head-on to cut through the nonsense and give you a clear understanding...

This week on the Exercise Is Health podcast , Julie and Charlie take on one of the most common myths perpetuated by the mainstream fitness industry - that 80% of the results you get in the gym are from your diet and 20% are from your exercise. While what you eat can influence your health, to say that 80% of your results are due to diet is total BS. Check out this week's episode to learn why. Want...

This week on the Exercise Is Health podcast , Julie and Charlie directly address one of the biggest health and fitness myths out there - the idea that your muscles need to "loosen up". While tight muscles can be uncomfortable, loose muscles can be downright dangerous and lead to a myriad of negative health repercussions. If you have ever felt the need to "loosen up", this conversation is one you a...

This week on the Exercise Is Health podcast , Julie and Charlie discuss their new book that just came out, The Exercise For Life Method ! You will get the inside scoop of what went into the creation of this book as Julie interviews Charlie about why he wanted to write it, what the goal of the book is, who the book is for, and much more. Check out the details in this week's episode! You can get you...

This week on the Exercise Is Health podcast , Julie and Charlie discuss the concept of muscle shortening. While it may sound bizarre, it is extremely important that your muscles are able to do this! So often we are told by mainstream fitness to focus on muscle lengthening or to do specific exercises to lengthen our muscles. However, this often causes more issues than it solves. Learn why this is a...

This week on the Exercise Is Health podcast, Julie and Charlie sit down with Dr. Stefanie McMillin of Full Circle Birth & Pelvic Health to discuss all things pelvic floor. Dr. Stefanie is trained as a physical therapist who specializes in pelvic floor therapy for both women and men, so this conversation dives into topics such as what the pelvic floor is, why its health is important, and what issue...

This week on the Exercise Is Health podcast , Julie and Charlie discuss muscle contraction, muscle tightness, and the relationship between the two. It is often thought that when muscles feel tight, they are the primary issue. However, this may not be the case. Julie and Charlie explore this topic and some solutions that they have found to be total game-changers. Check out the details in this week'...

This week on the Exercise Is Health podcast , Julie and Charlie discuss an aspect of exercise that is not widely talked about. While mainstream fitness would lead you to believe that you need to keep progressing in every aspect of your strength and fitness in order for your workouts to be worthwhile, Julie and Charlie have a different take. In fact, they believe that the pursuit of fitness progres...

This week on the Exercise Is Health podcast , Julie and Charlie share stories about changes they have noticed within themselves as a result of lifting slowly. A question that often comes up is, "Does lifting slowly actually make a difference for your health, or is it just something you recommend?". Check out this week's episode to hear what Julie and Charlie have experienced within their own bodie...

This week on the Exercise Is Health podcast , Julie and Charlie rehash a unique activity they introduced during the One Workout Away Challenge . Every Wednesday during the OWA Challenge they would ask the participants to answer one question with the first thing that came to mind. The answers were both fun and insightful, showcasing common themes that many believe about health and wellness. Check o...

This week on the Exercise Is Health podcast , Julie and Charlie sit down with meditation expert Josephine Atluri to discuss some of the most common barriers that people face when they first try meditating and how to break those barriers down. Josephine discusses her personal journey with mediation, what she found to help herself meditate consistently, and the top tips she gives her clients to be a...

This week on the Exercise Is Health podcast , Julie and Charlie discuss some simple yet often overlooked concepts that you can utilize to help you recover faster from your workouts. Workout recovery is typically thought to happen from the activities that occur once you finish exercising, but there are a some important things you can do before and during your workouts that will help you recover bet...

This week on the Exercise Is Health podcast , Julie and Charlie discuss the idea of exercising every day and how much volume actually needs to be done when first starting out. If you are new to exercising and want to be able to do so consistently, listen up! Julie and Charlie will share insights and ideas to help you make sure you are able to continue to build your health with exercise for years t...

This week on the Exercise Is Health podcast , Julie and Charlie look at the topic of "how do I begin exercising" and discuss how a woman over 50 years of age should start. There are many considerations to keep in mind if you want to exercise consistently, and they break down their top tips for helping you do just that. Check out the details in this week's episode! If you are looking for a way to e...

This week on the Exercise Is Health podcast , Julie and Charlie discuss three things that you can start doing now to improve the health of your muscles. Having healthy muscles is a key to being able to exercise consistently, which is the key to your health overall. If you are wanting to be able to exercise consistently and make sure your muscles stay healthy in the process, this conversation is fo...

This week on the Exercise Is Health podcast , Julie and Charlie sit down with world-renowned sleep expert Dr. Kirk Parsley . Dr. Parsley dives into why we need to sleep, how it helps us to be healthy and live longer, and what simple things we can all do to improve our sleep. Check out all of the details in this week's episode! To connect with Dr. Parsley, be sure to find him on his website here as...

This week on the Exercise Is Health podcast , Julie and Charlie discuss a commonly-held belief that there isn't a reason to exercise if you don't have an exercise goal. However, this could not be further from the truth. Julie and Charlie discuss why most exercise goals actually make you less likely to exercise long-term, how you have a greater chance of improving your health if you don't have a go...

This week on the Exercise Is Health podcast , Julie and Charlie discuss one of the more controversial exercise machines - the leg press - and dive into why you should be using it. From the belief that the leg press is "not functional" to the idea that using it is a complete waste of time, they confront these stigmas head on and explain why not only is it an extremely valuable piece of equipment, b...

This week on the Exercise Is Health podcast , Julie and Charlie sit down with Jenn Malecha , who specializes in Functional Diagnostic Nutrition and Transformational Coaching, to discuss fatigue, weight gain, and the connection between the thyroid, gut, liver, and HPA axis. If you are constantly feeling like you are in a fog or are unable to drop weight no matter what diet you try, then listen up!...

This week on the Exercise Is Health podcast , Julie and Charlie discuss a huge event that is taking place this weekend (Saturday, April 17, 2021) - the Schaumburg Health Summit 2021 ! Back in 2019, Julie and Charlie ran the first-ever Schaumburg Health Summit, but this year's event is going to look a bit different for two main reasons: 1. It is 100% VIRTUAL, and 2. It is 100% FREE. Check out all o...

This week on the Exercise Is Health podcast , Julie and Charlie dive into the science of exercising every day. What changes do people often see with their health when they start exercising more consistently? This is the third installment of this three-part series, so to get more the full story of exercising every day, be sure to listen to Part 1 and Part 2, as well. Check out all of the science de...