Charlie Cates

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Getting Your Muscles Back To Par

When I was first introduced to Muscle Activation Techniques® in 2010, I had never seen it before or heard of… Read More

October 27, 2017
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Are you a candidate for MAT®? Answer these three questions to find out!

At Muscle Activation Schaumburg, we often receive the question of, “How do I know if Muscle Activation Techniques® is something… Read More

October 20, 2017
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4 Early Warning Signs That You Need MAT®

As a Muscle Activation Techniques® practitioner, I often get asked the question, “What is MAT®?”.  This is then usually followed… Read More

October 13, 2017
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What is MAT®? A brief history and overview.

This week, I want to dive headfirst into this discussion of, “What is Muscle Activation Techniques®?”.  Specifically, I want to… Read More

October 6, 2017
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Personal Training and MAT® – What’s the difference?

A question we often get at Muscle Activation Schaumburg is, “What’s the difference between Muscle Activation Techniques® (MAT®) and personal… Read More

September 15, 2017
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The Best Version Of You

It is common knowledge that exercising on a regular basis allows your body feel and function its best, but yet… Read More

September 8, 2017
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Brain Health – The Importance of Exercise

It is common knowledge that exercise is necessary for a healthy body, but what about for a healthy brain?  While… Read More

August 18, 2017
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Barbell vs. Dumbbells – Which is better?

"Which is most effective to gain mass in my arms - the rod, the barbell, or the curly?"  This question… Read More

August 4, 2017
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What should you know before you start working out?

When it comes to working out, there are a lot of misconceptions about how to get started and what to… Read More

June 30, 2017
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How often should you have a day off from working out?

You know you should be exercising, but how often should you take a day off from your workouts?  As a… Read More

June 25, 2017