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28 Nov 2025
Why Gratitude Is a Workout for Your Mind

We hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving! It’s the season of gratitude. And we love that about this season. Gratitude isn’t just a “feel-good” idea, though. It’s actually good for your brain. And just like any muscle, the more you train it, the stronger it gets. Think of it like resistance training. Every time you express gratitude, it’s like a rep that wires your brain for more motivation, focus, and resilience. Research shows gratitude lights up brain areas tied to reward, emotional regulation, and decision-making… And over time, it literally strengthens those pathways, making it easier to notice the good even when ....
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24 Nov 2025
Feast Mode: A Full-Body Workout Designed by Campbell Personal Trainers

Welcome to FEAST MODE! If your schedule feels as full as your plate will be later this week, this workout will help you fit in a full-body sweat session in just 20 minutes. This is a staple our Campbell personal trainers often use because it hits strength, cardio, and core all at once. All you have to do is warm up for 4–5 minutes with some light cardio, bodyweight squats, arm circles, and then repeat this circuit 2–4 times, depending on how much time (and energy) you have. Feast Mode: Full-Body 3-for-1 Workout Do each move for 30 seconds, rest 30 seconds, then move on to the next exercise: 1️⃣ Goblet Squat to Press Hold a dumbbell (or anything ....
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21 Nov 2025
Move More, Crave Less: The Research Behind It

So many of our Method3 Fitness partners tell us they struggle with cravings. Well, we’ve got GREAT science-backed news for you: Working out can cut junk-food cravings in two ways, both right away AND over time. It only takes 20 minutes of moderate exercise to make a difference, according to the research from Western University. Here’s how it works: Right away, exercise quiets your brain’s “reward” response to high-sugar, high-fat foods… making them feel less tempting. Over time, exercise strengthens the brain circuits linked to self-control, so willpower feels more like second nature. This means that over time, as ....
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17 Nov 2025
A Pumpkin Treat You Can Feel Good About

If you love the flavors of this time of year, these Baked Protein Pumpkin Pie Bites are going to be your new go-to. They taste like pumpkin pie straight from the oven… but with enough protein and fiber to keep your blood sugar steady… and your cravings satisfied! They’re quick to make, freezer-friendly, and perfect for snacks or dessert. Baked Protein Pumpkin Pie Bites (makes 12) 1 cup (240 g) canned pumpkin purée 1 cup (100 g) oat flour or blended oats ½ cup (50 g) vanilla protein powder ¼ cup (60 g) almond butter or peanut butter 2 Tbsp maple syrup 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice ½ tsp cinnamon 1 tsp baking powder ....
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14 Nov 2025
How to Get Out of the Comparison Game and Into Results That Last

Let’s be real. Scrolling through 20-something influencers’ ‘what I eat in a day’ videos isn’t helping you. Neither is copying your friend’s latest diet or workout plan. Or wondering why her body responds faster while you’re struggling with energy, sleep, and bloating. That way of thinking is a trap. It’s comparing your chapter 2 to someone else’s chapter 20. You can’t copy-paste someone else’s results… Because their life isn’t yours. Their body isn’t yours. And every time you try to follow someone else’s path, you get more frustrated and feel further behind. One of ....
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10 Nov 2025
From Stress to Strength: Los Gatos Personal Trainers Explain How to Break the Craving Cycle

Ready for some good news/bad news/good news about stress eating? The good news: stress eating is not a sign of weakness… and you’re NOT alone if a bad day sometimes sends you running for junk or comfort foods. The bad news: Stress eating is hard-wired into your system (thanks (?) to your hormones!) The good news: There are things you can do (starting today!) to short-circuit that wiring and take back control… because you’ve got goals to reach! A quick rundown of why stress cravings happen: When you’re stressed, your body releases cortisol (your main stress hormone). In the short term, it’s useful, but over time, it can create ....
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7 Nov 2025
Find Your Why, and the Rest Gets Easier

I heard about this study a few weeks ago about the power of having a purpose… And honestly, it has been on my mind ever since. If you’re a woman in menopause or perimenopause struggling with cravings, pay extra close attention … The finding: when you have a strong purpose, everything seems easier. Two groups of people were asked to carry a 25-lb (11.35 kg) backpack up a steep ramp: 1️⃣ One group was told the backpack contained important equipment 2️⃣ The other group was told it was just dead weight Here’s what happened: The “important equipment” group performed better and said the load felt easier than the “dead ....
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3 Nov 2025
San Jose Nutrition Coaches Share How to Decode Your Cravings This Holiday Season

Can you believe it’s November already? It’s the time of year that kicks off the holiday season… and it’s also when a lot of the holiday and comfort food cravings kick in. You’re fine one minute… and the next, you’re standing in the kitchen, staring down the snacks like it’s a showdown. Our San Jose nutrition coaches see this every year — as soon as November hits, the cravings start rolling in. Cravings aren’t always random. Think of them as little messages from your body, brain, or nervous system trying to tell you something. Once you learn to “decode” them, you can respond in a way that ....
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Eat Well, Feel Great: A Fall Bowl to Nourish You Inside and Out

If you’ve been in the mood for something warm, filling, and actually good for you… this bowl’s worth a try. Roasted sweet potatoes, Brussels, chickpeas, quinoa… all tossed with a maple tahini dressing that pulls it together!Yes, please! It’s so good you’ll want to double the recipe. 🍁Fall Nourish Bowl with Maple Tahini Dressing 🍁 (Serves 4) For the Bowl: 1 small sweet potato, diced 1 cup (150g) Brussels sprouts, halved 1 cup (130g) cauliflower florets 1 tbsp olive oil Salt + pepper to taste 1 cup (185g) cooked quinoa or brown rice 1 can (400g) chickpeas, drained and rinsed 2 large handfuls baby spinach or arugula ....
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27 Oct 2025
Campbell Personal Trainers on How to Find a Workout That Fits You

Here’s something interesting our Campbell personal trainers want to share… A new study out of London suggests that the kind of exercise you enjoy (and stick with) might be written into your personality. Here’s what they found: 1. Your personality influences your workout style Extraverts liked fast-paced and social workouts like HIIT classes. Agreeable folks preferred slower, more predictable options. Neurotic types (aka worriers) didn’t like intense workouts, but they got the best stress-busting results from their workouts than other types. Open-minded people enjoyed trying new formats. Conscientious types tended to have a higher fitness ....
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Why Gratitude Is a Workout for Your Mind

Feast Mode: A Full-Body Workout Designed by Campbell Personal Trainers

Move More, Crave Less: The Research Behind It

A Pumpkin Treat You Can Feel Good About

How to Get Out of the Comparison Game and Into Results That Last

From Stress to Strength: Los Gatos Personal Trainers Explain How to Break the Craving Cycle

Find Your Why, and the Rest Gets Easier

San Jose Nutrition Coaches Share How to Decode Your Cravings This Holiday Season

Eat Well, Feel Great: A Fall Bowl to Nourish You Inside and Out

Campbell Personal Trainers on How to Find a Workout That Fits You

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