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  21 Oct 2024

  Avoiding the Comparison Trap: Embracing Your Unique Fitness Journey

  Watch out! The “comparison trap” is waiting to trip you up, more than ever in the age of social media fitness. You know the feeling, right? You’re scrolling through Instagram, seeing all these fitness models and influencers with “perfect bodies” and flawless routines, and it suddenly makes you feel like you’re not doing enough or you’re not where you “should” be. Trust us, we’ve all been there. And it’s SO EASY to get caught up in it. But comparing yourself to others on social media is not the way to measure your progress. Let’s talk about avoiding the comparison trap and focusing on what really ....

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  18 Oct 2024

  San Jose Nutrition Coaches Break Down the Foods That Fuel Your Fitness and Brain

  Pop quiz time from our San Jose Nutrition Coaches! Which is the better pre-workout snack… A sleeve of chocolate sandwich cookies, or Sliced turkey breast and half an apple? You already know the answer to that… But why is it so hard to stick to sometimes? (Asking for us, too!) The fact is, what you eat not only affects your results long-term… But it also plays a role in how you move TODAY. Said another way, the food you eat can actually affect your flexibility, mobility, energy levels, and just about everything else! The good news is that the same foods that help you move better are also the same foods that ....

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  14 Oct 2024

  How San Jose Personal Trainers Build Lasting Habits for Fitness Success

  As San Jose personal fitness trainers, we know what it takes to succeed, whether you’re an athlete, an artist, or just someone trying to stay healthy. The secret? It’s all about consistency. We see it every day in the studio — putting in the reps, showing up even when you’d rather stay in bed, and committing to the process… rain or shine. Success, whether it’s in fitness or any other part of life, is built one step, one workout, and one choice at a time. And even if you’re not aiming for a world record... We can tell you firsthand: consistency is EVERYTHING when it comes to building healthy habits. Yes, we all have ....

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  11 Oct 2024

  Move Through Stress: How Regular Exercise Helps You Thrive Under Pressure

  What if you could literally train your body to THRIVE under stress? When we’re stressed, most of us try to: Think our way through it Numb out with distractions Or let it take over our day But, if there’s one thing you can do to start moving through stressful situations quicker and with more resilience… It’s to move your body on a regular basis. Why? Because exercise actually trains your body to handle stress by mimicking fight-or-flight, so you get better at dealing with it. In other words, exercise is a way for your body to “practice” stress so it knows what to do when it strikes! As an added ....

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  7 Oct 2024

  Want to Stay Strong as You Age? Los Gatos Personal Trainers Reveal Functional Fitness Secrets

  Our Los Gatos personal fitness trainers want to know.. Do you want to have a powerful body that can do ALL the things as you get older? That’s the power of functional fitness! Regardless of your age, functional fitness mimics everyday movements — so you’ll not only lower your risk of injury during everyday activities… but they’ll be a lot easier to do. Activities like… Sitting down and standing up from your chair Climbing up stairs or walking up hills Carrying groceries or lifting heavy objects (or kids!) And of course, fun activities like going on hikes with your family or moving your furniture around ....

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  4 Oct 2024

  Get Fit Without the Gym: Fun, Easy Ways to Stay Active Every Day (No Workout Required!)

  If you’d rather do anything other than exercise during your free time, here’s some good news… … you can get your activity level up WITHOUT working out! This matters because it’s absolutely CRITICAL for your health that you MOVE your body every day. Being active helps fight diabetes, age-related muscle and bone loss, heart disease, some types of cancer, obesity, and a long list of other ailments… While at the same time boosting your mood, improving your sleep, and fighting stress. Even with all those amazing benefits, 36% percent (more than a third!!!!) of adults do not engage in ANY leisure time physical activity. ....

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  30 Sep 2024

  Our Campbell Personal Trainers Share Strategies to Break Free from a Fitness Plateau

  Our Campbell personal fitness trainers want to ask—does this sound familiar? You’ve been following a fitness plan, staying consistent with your workouts and nutrition, and at first, you see great results. But then, progress slows, and it feels like you’ve hit a wall. It’s something our coaches hear all the time. You may have reached a fitness plateau, but don’t worry—this is a normal part of the process. With the right mindset and consistent effort, it’s a hurdle you can overcome. As with so many efforts, sometimes it’s all about your mindset! So, our Campbell persona trainers want you to remember these points. It ....

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  27 Sep 2024

  Stronger Through Rest: The Hidden Power of Recovery in Fitness

  “Hurry, hurry!”... “Harder, harder!”... “More, more!” Do you ever feel like those are the never-ending messages you hear about fitness efforts? Don’t let your hard work and effort be undermined by too much blind ambition. The fact is, rest and recovery are probably the most overlooked aspect of your fitness routine. It’s easy to see why. We’re taught to believe in hard work, that we have to sacrifice to reach our goals … but we’re not often given the green light to relax. And that’s too bad. It discourages a lot of people from even trying. And it adds to the tangle of ....

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  23 Sep 2024

  Tips for Fall: Seasons Change, But Your Motivation Doesn’t Have To!

  As we are head into fall, the days are getting shorter. Whether you prefer this season or another, you might find yourself struggling to find motivation when sunrise is later and sunset is earlier. It’s all about your mindset, so there’s no reason to succumb to the urge to curl up early on the couch and call it a day. Try these thoughts instead. 1. Stay flexible . If you’ve been avoiding midday heat and jogging early in the morning or late in the evening, you might be able to do it a little earlier now, freeing up time later. 2. Retail therapy. Sometimes all it takes is spending a little money on new shoes or exercise gear ....

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  20 Sep 2024

  Back-to-School, Back-to-You: San Jose Nutrition Coaches Tips for Busy Parents

  Our San Jose Nutrition Coaches know back-to-school can mean back-to-hectic for a lot of parents. But don’t let the stress of this time of year set back your healthy eating habits. With a little mindfulness, a few tactics, and occasional deep breaths throughout the day, you can practice this most basic element of self-care: healthy nutrition for yourself. Maintaining good nutrition will keep your energy levels up, help you focus better, and ensure you stay strong and healthy throughout the year. So, try these 4 helpful tips from our San Jose Nutrition Coaches. 1.Plan Your Meals and Snacks With your schedule getting busier, planning is key, so ....

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