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  31 Jan 2025

  Most People Quit Their Goals by February—Here’s How to Keep Going

  We’re getting to that time when most people start losing steam on their New Year’s goals. In fact, 80% of people give up on their New Year’s resolution by February … So if you’re losing steam, you’re not alone! But, if you want to breathe some life back into the intentions you set at the beginning of the year, we have a quick 10-minute exercise to help you do it. The exercise is simple… Take just 10 minutes to sit down and write out what your life looks like a few months from now when you've stayed committed to building your strength and fitness, getting your energy back, or making self-care a priority (whatever your ....

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  27 Jan 2025

  Busy Life, Healthy You: Tips from Los Gatos Personal Trainers

  Does it feel like there just aren’t enough hours in the day to focus on your health? Our Los Gatos personal fitness trainers know that between work, family, and endless to-do lists, finding time to meal prep, exercise, or even just breathe can feel impossible. Here’s the thing: you’re not alone. One of the most common challenges people face is the feeling that there’s simply no time to prioritize their health. But our Los Gatos personal fitness trainers want to remind you of something important— you deserve to make yourself a priority, even when life is busy. We live in a world that glorifies being busy. But often, “not having time” ....

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  24 Jan 2025

  Why Progress Isn’t Always Visible (and Why That’s Okay)

  Let’s talk about one of the most frustrating parts of any health journey: putting in the effort, showing up consistently, and still feeling like nothing is happening. Maybe the scale isn’t moving, your clothes feel the same, or you just don’t see the changes you were hoping for. We get it—it’s hard to keep going when the results aren’t obvious yet. Here’s what most people don’t realize: progress often happens on the inside before it shows up on the outside. When you start making healthier choices, your body begins a recalibration process. Your metabolism adjusts, your muscles rebuild, your hormones regulate, and your body works hard ....

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  20 Jan 2025

  Breaking Free from Perfectionism with Campbell Personal Fitness Trainers

  Our Campbell Personal Trainers want to know, have you ever set a big goal for yourself, like losing weight, getting stronger, running a race, or improving your health, and felt defeated when you didn’t hit it perfectly? Maybe you skipped a workout, had a “cheat meal,” or missed a day of tracking your progress—and suddenly it felt like all your effort was wasted. Let us tell you something: perfection is overrated. Progress, not perfection, is what leads to lasting results. Perfection sets an impossible standard. Life is unpredictable, and slip-ups are part of being human. Research shows that people who focus on progress instead of perfection are more ....

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  17 Jan 2025

  New Year, New Recipe: Try This Cucumber Avocado Salad

  A fresh, new year means fresh, new recipes! This Cucumber Avocado Salad is not only delicious, it also makes for a great snack or side dish. And if you need a little protein kick, add some chilled, cooked shrimp. The secret to this recipe is letting those fresh veggies soak up all the goodness of the dressing — so don’t rush this part! Here’s your recipe: Cucumber Avocado Salad (Makes 4 servings) Ingredients ¼ cup sweet onion, sliced thin 1 lemon, juiced 3 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil 1 Tbsp each of thinly sliced fresh mint & basil ½ tsp pink Himalayan salt 1 cucumber, thinly sliced 4 plum tomatoes, ....

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  13 Jan 2025

  San Jose Personal Trainers Share How to Simplify Your Fitness Goals

  We’re already a couple of weeks into the year… So our San Jose personal fitness trainers want to know, how are those resolutions holding up? If you… Want to gain more energy, start improving your mobility, or feel better than you have in years Are already falling out of the “honeymoon phase” with all the goals you set a few weeks ago But you want this year to be different than last year (and all the years before it)... Let’s talk about doing LESS. Yes, less! Research shows that overloading ourselves with tasks and decisions makes it much harder to stick to new habits. It’s called “decision ....

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  10 Jan 2025

  Struggling to Start? Try This 5-Minute Trick for Success

  Have you ever noticed how the hardest part of ANY task is just getting started? This is especially true when it comes to starting a consistent health and fitness routine. Whether it’s sticking to a meal plan , going for a run, or doing the mobility stretches you promised yourself you were going to do… The anticipation is almost always worse than the actual DOING. That’s where the “5-minute rule” comes in handy. This rule is simple… Commit to doing whatever task or habit you’re avoiding for just 5 minutes. That’s it. If you don’t want to keep going after 5 minutes, no problem. But odds are… ....

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  3 Jan 2025

  Why You Should Start Your Fitness Journey Now

  The perfect time to start your fitness journey is not tomorrow, next week, or after the holidays. It’s now. Right in this moment. While it’s easy to get caught up in the idea of waiting for the "right" time, the truth is, the best time to take control of your health is today. Here’s why... First and foremost, your body is capable of incredible things—things you may not even know yet! Every step, every stretch, every moment you dedicate to moving and strengthening your body is a step toward feeling better, inside and out. Starting now means you give yourself the gift of progress, no matter how small. It’s the small wins that ....

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  30 Dec 2024

  From Reflection to Action: Aligning Your Goals with How You Want to Feel

  As your San Jose fitness coaches, we’ve been reflecting on the year that’s passed, the lessons we’ve learned, and the incredible growth we’ve witnessed in our community. One thing that stands out is how much progress is made when we focus on small, intentional actions rather than overwhelming ourselves with perfection. For us, this year was a reminder of how critical it is to center our "why"—whether that’s improving our health to feel stronger, being present with loved ones, or building confidence to tackle new challenges. These reflections are not just about looking back—they’re an invitation to look ahead with purpose. As ....

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  27 Dec 2024

  Kickstart 2025: Easy Steps to Reset Your Morning and Regain Focus

  Are you ready to get back to your routine? With the holidays winding down, you might be craving more structure again… We know we are! Still, with just a few days left in 2024, it might feel like there’s no time to slow down or reset your routine just yet. If that’s the case, here’s what we recommend: Start by resetting your morning. Even a few intentional minutes for yourself in the morning can set a positive tone for the day… And if you’re focused on improving your strength and energy , those few minutes can make a big impact. Need some ideas? Consider trying this morning routine on for size: 5-minute stretch ....

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