If there’s one word that can help you enjoy this month AND stay aligned with your goals, it’s this one: Simple! We’re going to be focusing on simple ways you can feel your best this July. Like this eye opener: Have you ever ordered a salad because you were "being good"... and then wondered why the scale wasn't moving? You were doing everything right... Or so you thought. Here's something that might surprise you. A McDonald's Big Mac has 550 calories. A typical restaurant Caesar salad can easily run 800 to 1,000 calories. 😱 (Sometimes even more!). Same story with chopped salads, Cobb salads, Greek with extra feta and olives, and even the super-healthy-looking "harvest" salad with nuts and dried cranberries. Healthy ingredients, but total calorie bombs. The usual suspects are to blame: Dressing: Two tablespoons of creamy dressing can add 150 to 200 calories... and you know that restaurants are not pouring two tablespoons. They're pouring four or more. Extras: These look healthy, like avocado, nuts, dried fruit, croutons, and cheese. Each is a small addition that adds up to a big number when they are all piled on the same plate. Portions: Restaurant salads are GIANT and it’s easy to eat two to three servings without realizing it. This isn’t meant to demonize salads, because a well-built salad is one of the best things you can eat, especially in summer. It just means building them smarter. Here's a better approach: Order dressing on the side and dip your fork instead of pouring. You'll use a fraction of the dressing and still taste it in every bite. Pick ONE rich topping... cheese OR nuts OR avocado... not all three. Add a solid protein source. Grilled chicken, salmon, hard-boiled eggs, or chickpeas. This turns your salad into a real meal instead of an appetizer that leaves you reaching for crackers an hour later. You don’t have to eat a boring desk salad. A better idea: just be tactical about your ingredients! If you’re ready to keep things simple and focus on what works, our San Jose Personal Trainers are here to help you find a sustainable, simple route to your goals. Fill out the "Request More Information Now" box above to receive your free consultation with our caring San Jose personal trainers OR call us 408-371-1212 to connect. We're looking forward to talking with you! Make it an amazing day, 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!
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