What if we told you that the reason you could be struggling with your workouts, following your meal plan, or sticking with some of your new healthy habits … Is your phone? Hear us out… When we scroll on our phones, our brains release dopamine — a.k.a. the same “feel-good” chemical we get when we eat our favorite foods or get a hug. Sounds harmless, right? Unfortunately, research is finding that those quick dopamine hits from our phones can create a cycle of instant gratification similar to substance abuse! When that happens, our brains start to prefer those quick, satisfying dopamine hits over any sort of delayed gratification… And as you can imagine, that can make it harder to do things you don’t want to do — like go to the gymwhen you’d rather sit and scroll. Our suggestion? The next time you catch yourself grabbing your phone just to scroll, count to five. If you still feel the urge, do something active for just five minutes instead. Take a short walk, stretch, or even just step outside for a breath of fresh air. This small break can help reset your brain and give you a burst of energy and focus! Committed to your success, The Method3 Fitness Team Method3 Fitness is conveniently located in San Jose. Our team of personal fitness trainers serve clients in Los Gatos, Campbell, Willow Glen and other surrounding Bay Area cities. If you found this blog useful, be sure to let us know and SHARE it on your favorite channel! The Method3 Fitness blog is updated weekly by our San Jose personal trainers. All content is designed to improve the way you move, eat, and think so you can achieve your goals and live stronger for today. Check back here each week and LIKE our Fan Page, to stay up to date on the latest tips, strategies and methods to get active, gain energy and get healthy again!