Physical Movement + Exercise + Yoga
Physical Movement
Create simple, transformational exercise habits for balance, cardiovascular health, mobility, and strength: Book SessionThe World Health Organization defines physical activity as “any bodily movement produced by skeletal muscles that requires energy expenditure.” In other words, any type of movement counts!
Types of physical activity can be broken down into four categories: balance, cardiovascular, mobility, and strength. My clients become aware how to engage in all four within their existing lives.
"Exercise is a CELEBRATION of what you can do, not a punishment for what you ate."
Quit the Gym!
Learn how to "work out" anywhere: Book SessionI believe in performing minimalist outdoor activity as often as possible. I've been known to say "quit the gym". Why? The commute. The fluorescent lights. No sunlight exposure or fresh air. The TV / news overload. The lack of motivation. I can go on!
Did you ever say "I don't have time for the gym" and then just quit working out? You can do pushups, air-squats and a 2 mile walk in the same time as that gym commute and be done with it. You can implement an under-desk walking treadmill and take several 1/2 mile walks throughout the day.
Working out doesn't need to be a set time or volume, it can be broken up into micro or mini workouts. 15 minutes 4x a day = 1 hour! My goal is to teach you how to be able to get a great workout anywhere, any time with what ever resources are available.
I never considered things like "painting my house", "walking the dog" or "hiking with my kid" to be forms of beneficial exercise. But it is! Move your body how you prefer to, just move it more often. When you live the life that I hope to teach you about, performing physical movement becomes effortlessly integrated not forced and dreaded.
"Don't Weaken"
-Rogue FitnessBuild & Retain Strength
Build a foundational fitness regimen and increase strength, stamina and energy with one-on-one sessions: Book SessionI believe in lifting heavy things at least 2x per week. Lifting weights, full-body strength training, physical outdoor work, body-weight exercises.
You don't need a warehouse full of giant machines to accomplish muscle building. I personally go minimalist: Dumbbells, Olympic weight set, some bands, bench, squat rack, pulley. I can do it all with this setup. If I travel, I take some dumbbells with me and free myself of the worry that I'll lose progress if I don't seek out a gym. If I travel on a plane, I just do bodyweight exercise at that location for time I'm there. Becoming adaptable is a huge asset.
Once you know what to do, you can do it anywhere.
Having someone with experience to rely on through your journey can make all the difference. I hope to be your guide to maintaining lean muscle mass as you grow older.
"Lift Heavy Things"
-Mark SissonTraining In-person Orange, CT or Virtual Anywhere
Strength TRAINING
Develop transformative exercise and lifestyle habits
30+ year strength trainer, e-ryt 200 yoga, former studio owner, certified health coach focused on building and retaining muscle, endurance and flexibility.
Accountability
Both in-person and utilizing digital platforms to help keep your efforts on track.
1-on-1. No AI, no nonsense.
Book a Yoga or Strength Training session
1-ON-1:
$125 | 60 MIN + 7 DAYS EMAIL/TEXT SUPPORT
GROUP(2+):
$50/ea | 60 MIN + 7 DAYS EMAIL/TEXT SUPPORT
Book a one hour session in my peaceful Orange, CT in-home space. We start with small actionable steps. Nothing drastic or overwhelming.
- In-person Private Yoga Instruction
- In-person Guided Stretching
- In-person Personal Training
- In-person Complete Instruction (all of the above)
Introductory Offer for New Clients
2 One-on-One Sessions for $125
Book your first session below at full price and receive a coupon code for 1 free session.
- New clients only
- May not be combined with other offers
- Must be used with 6 weeks from purchase date
- No refunds or extensions
- No-shows count toward sessions
New? Wellness Consultation
Hello, I’m Michael Baker. I am a 50-year-old strength trainer, certified personal trainer, running coach, health coach & yoga teacher. I'm also a former yoga studio owner, and dedicated health and wellness practitioner with over 30 years of experience. I began "Get Up Earlier" (GetUpEarlier.com) because getting up earlier was step 1 in transforming my routine and overall well-being, especially after spending years sitting at a computer as a digital professional. [read more about me here]
My primary goal is to bridge the gap from inactivity and poor diet to strength and healthy habits. I focus on helping people rely on intuition, providing a personal experience, and introducing them to weights, along with fundamental nutrition knowledge and concepts. While my own marathon training or strength achievements might seem extreme, I'm not trying to turn anyone into a bodybuilder or marathon runner. I'm simply showing that, even at 50, these things are possible. It's about inspiration and helping people make realistic, sustainable changes. [reach out here for a free training & coaching session]
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