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  30 Sep 2022

  Know Your ‘Why’

  Tell a wise woman what you want, and she will ask, “Why?” She’s really asking about your values. Your motivation. It’s not enough to just WANT to be healthy, to be at the right weight, to stay fit and strong. If that’s all it took, then we would have no health problems in a society of lean, supple people. It’s important to want to develop healthy habits. But without knowing WHY you want to reach a goal, you’re less likely to reach it. So, think about it right now. What drives you? What is your why? What keeps you going when things get hard? Maybe you want to lose your baby weight so you can look the way you ....

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  26 Sep 2022

  Campbell Personal Fitness Trainers' Tips to Enjoying Autumn Outdoors

  For all its sunny glory, summer can sometimes be just too hot to enjoy the outdoors, right? But now, as temperatures cool and you can feel autumn in the air, our Campbell personal fitness trainers think it’s a great time to get back outside – having fun while exercising (while sometimes not even realizing it). So, come on! Take advantage of some of these amazing ideas from our Campbell personal fitness trainers for enjoying the season AND staying healthy + fit: Go for a hike. Summer crowds are gone, and leaves might be changing already, so get somewhere with plenty of foliage and trails that fit your ability. (Bonus: You can do this in your local ....

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  23 Sep 2022

  When Life Knocks You Down: Raylene's Method3 Fitness Story

  Today, our San Jose personal fitness trainers want to share a very special story with you from Method3 Fitness partner, Raylene. Now, this isn't your typical "transformation story"... you aren't about to hear how much weight Raylene has lost with us or some PR she's recently hit by training with her personal fitness trainer. Instead, you'll hear how training with Method3 Fitness prepared Raylene for a moment when life literally handed her a big fall. Her training at Method3 Fitness prepared her both mentally and physically for crawling safely out of this scary situation... At Method3 Fitness, our caring coaches know that health and fitness is SO much more than what happens ....

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  19 Sep 2022

  Vegan vs. Plant-Based Explained by our San Jose Nutrition Coaches

  Have you ever looked at the terms “vegan” and “plant-based” and thought they were the same thing? Our San Jose nutrition coaches know it can get confusing! There are some pretty big differences, so our San Jose nutrition coaches are going to dive in a little deeper because plant-based diets are getting more popular than ever. In fact, just last year in 2021, 62% of all households (79 million!) bought plant-based foods and products. (Products like plant-based milks and meat alternatives.) And those numbers are only expected to continue to grow. And this is for good reason … because a plant-based diet has been known to: ....

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  16 Sep 2022

  Leverage the Power of September

  September is a powerful month to get healthy and fit. The kids are back in school. Social activities are manageable before the holidays start. The changing leaves and crisp air can bring a meditative state of abundance. So, let’s leverage this month and season to pursue our healthy living goals. Here are some suggestions to get you in the right frame of mind. With schedules changing, this is a perfect time to find a fitness activity that fits in with your other responsibilities. If summer was too hot where you live, then take advantage of the cooler temps for daily walks, jogs, and bike rides outside. Set aside a few minutes each morning to ....

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  12 Sep 2022

  San Jose Personal Fitness Trainers' Discuss Why Food is More Than Calories

  Our San Jose personal fitness trainers see this all the time online... Fitness equivalents for how long it takes to "burn off" a particular food or meal. A common one that always seems to resurface is the “burpee equivalents” for food. Have you seem this? A cookie = 141 burpees Small meatball sub = 402 burpees Big Mac = 506 burpees Our San Jose personal fitness trainers have also seen charts for how many miles it takes to walk or run off different foods: 1 hour and 23 mins to walk off ¼ of a large pizza (or 42 mins of running at 5 mph) 48 minutes of walking to burn off a blueberry muffin (25 minutes of running) On ....

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  9 Sep 2022

  Change with the Seasons – It’s Only Natural!

  Are you afraid of change? So many people are. But remember the saying: “The only constant in life is change.” Mother Nature gives us at least four reminders of that every year with the change of seasons. So, as we head into fall, let’s remember that change is good, natural, and a healthy part of life. Humans are a part of the natural world, and we need to change with time just like everything else. We can’t grow if we insist on staying the same – any more than a tree can grow next spring if it doesn’t lose its leaves this time of year. So, if you’re thinking about making a change – like starting an exercise ....

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  5 Sep 2022

  San Jose Nutrition Coaches' Tip to Boost Workout Performance

  Do you love “hacks” when it comes to fitness and health? Our San Jose nutrition coaches do! Well, these fruits and veggies below can help power up your workouts and recovery in a big way … And our San Jose nutrition coaches bet the next time you see them in the grocery store, you’ll look at them in a whole new light! 7 Fruits & Veggies for Athletic Performance: Green Peas. Peas are rich in protein (vital in the repair & rebuilding process), plus they contain magnesium and vitamin B6, both of which help with energy production, muscle contraction, and nerve function. Oranges. When you work out, you create free radicals ....

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  2 Sep 2022

  Exercise VS Training: Whats the difference?

  At first look, one may think that exercise and training are the same thing. There are many benefits that cross the board from a general health standpoint, and if you are exercising for general health benefits, you’re on the right track! But when we start looking deeper there can be drastic differences in the outcomes. For instance, let's consider someone who wants to lose weight and gain muscle to achieve "body recomposition." Weight loss requires a calorie deficit, but for muscle building a calorie surplusis necessary. T he conflict between the two is what leads many to spin their wheels endlessly, ultimately never achieving the results they're looking for. ....

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  29 Aug 2022

  Campbell Personal Trainers' Talk Breaking Bad Habits

  Building healthy new habits is so important to maintaining a healthy lifestyle and reaching your goals. But today, our Campbell personal fitness trainers want to talk about the reverse: How to break a bad habit, whether it’s a mild annoyance or a serious health risk. Research is clear that you can do it. Take these power steps from our Campbell personal fitness trainers to rise above... Know your triggers. Traffic? Mother-in-law? TV news? Plan an alternative action when they strike. Gum instead of a cigarette... Meditation instead of drinking… Tell a friend what you’re doing. We all need encouragement. Get further support ....

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