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Level I Specialist

Foundational MAT practitioner trained in muscle-specific assessment and activation to improve joint stability and contractile efficiency. This is the first level of MAT Education

Level II Mastery

Advanced MAT practitioner with refined end-range testing, joint-by-joint reasoning, and higher assessment specificity. This is the second level of MAT education.

Level III Elite

Highest-level MAT practitioner specializing in system-wide assessment to create long-term increases in muscular stress tolerance. Includes MATRx and MAT Athlete.

MAT Schaumberg

MAT Schaumberg

Muscle Activation Schaumburg, co-owned by Charlie and Julie Cates, is a premier wellness facility dedicated to restoring muscular function, enhancing mobility, and improving overall physical performance. Located in Schaumburg, Illinois, the clinic specializes in Muscle Activation Techniques® (MAT®) to assess and correct muscular imbalances, helping clients reduce pain, prevent injuries, and optimize movement.

Charlie Cates, a former college basketball player, holds the MATRx Level III certification, the highest level of proficiency in the field. He works closely with professional, collegiate, and high school athletes to improve muscle performance and prevent injuries. Julie Cates, a Resistance Training Specialist (RTSm) and Certified Personal Trainer (CPT), focuses on helping women over 50 combat bone density loss, muscle loss, and other age-related physical challenges.

The clinic offers advanced MAT® services, MATRx treatments, and MATRx Stim, which utilizes muscle stimulation technology to enhance results. Whether you’re an athlete striving for peak performance or someone looking to move pain-free, Muscle Activation Schaumburg provides personalized, science-based solutions to keep you active and strong.

At Muscle Activation Schaumburg, we believe that mobility is freedom. Our mission is to help clients move better, feel stronger, and stay active without pain or limitations. Visit us today and take the first step toward improved health and performance.

Owned and operated by Charlie Cates & Julie Cates

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