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  25 Nov 2022

  The Power of Gratitude All Year Long

  There’s an old saying that goes, roughly, You can’t be grateful AND resentful at the same time. The truth is, there’s just nothing more powerful in motivating change than practicing an attitude of gratitude every day. Feeling like you’re not making any progress? Stop and think about what you’ve done so far, and express gratitude for it. Tired of seeing “everybody else” succeed when you’re struggling? Stop and think about what you’ve achieved so far, and express gratitude for it. Worried that you won’t get something you want? Stop and think about what you have, and express gratitude for it. It ....

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  21 Nov 2022

  A Special Thanks to Our Method3 Fitness Partners

  Today, we want to take a moment to share a special message with you from our entire Method3 Fitness team. This time of year is known for reflecting and being grateful for those in your life. And we want you to know we are grateful for you each and every day. We're grateful for your commitment to your health and fitness, and for letting us be a part of your journey to live Stronger For Today. We're grateful for your positive energy, the support you give your fellow partners, high-fives and smiles. And we are SO GRATEFUL for you and your continued support. Without you, we wouldn’t be able to do what we love to do – and that is something we're thankful ....

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  21 Nov 2022

  Try These 7 Holiday Swaps

  As the holidays are now in full swing, in order to help you celebrate but STILL stay on track with your goals … W e’ve got a quick list of healthy swaps – and our #1 swap might even come in handy on Thursday! ;) This is the time of year we tend to eat more than usual … and the foods we eat also tend to be richer and more calorie dense than normal, too. Talk about a double whammy for your energy, digestion system, and ... yes... your waistline! By all means, enjoy your “worth it” favorites this year … but you can offset those with a few healthy swaps for foods you won’t even think about tomorrow. ....

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  18 Nov 2022

  Los Gatos Personal Trainers' Tips: Avoiding Holiday Weight Gain

  Our Los Gatos personal fitness trainers know November into December is a tough time for many people when it comes to their weight. We mean, we spend weeks or months building healthy habits – eating well, working out consistently… And along comes November, disrupting our schedule with lots of emphasis on feasting… And we know it’s just Part 1, since December is coming next! But our Los Gatos personal fitness trainers don't want you to stress! We’ve got your back. Here are 10 easy tips from to stay on track this Thanksgiving: Visualize the day in advance. Where will the meal be? Does the host cause any emotional triggers? Can ....

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  14 Nov 2022

  Seasons Change, But Your Goals Shouldn’t

  As fall heads toward winter this month, you might find yourself wanting to change your goals with the seasons. It’s only natural. The days grow shorter. The air has more of a chill. But don’t let the change of seasons change your goals. That’s a slippery slope at any time of year, regardless of the temperature. Your goals are based on year-round values and desires, not ideas that rise and fall with the thermometer. Now, this doesn’t mean we can’t change our TACTICS for reaching goals. By that, we mean, we can exercise indoors more when it’s cold out, or be more mindful of how much time we’re spending bundled up ....

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  11 Nov 2022

  Why Our Campbell Personal Fitness Trainers Want You to Plan to Fail

  Around this time of the year, our Campbell personal fitness trainers frequently ask our partners to make a “contingency plan” (a.k.a. “fallback plan”) in regards to their end of the year health and fitness goals, just in case their original plan doesn’t work. In other words, we ask them to plan to fail. And although it might sound counter-intuitive, our Campbell personal fitness trainers know planning to fail when it comes to your fitness (especially over the holidays!) can save you from a downward spiral. We are talking about when: Something comes up and you don’t have time for your regular routine You’ve got an ....

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  7 Nov 2022

  Healthy Holiday Checklist

  Can you believe the holidays are on the horizon?! Since this is the time of year that most people's goals take a back seat … We've got a mini checklist to help you stay on track so you don’t feel like you need to start over again on Jan 1. Your mission: feeling ahead of all your goals when 2023 makes its grand entrance! These 6 simple steps (that you can start doing RIGHT NOW) go a long way toward keeping your momentum up. And even better: you’ll feel AMAZING along the way. PREPARE! When your schedule is unpredictable or extra busy, it’s more important than ever to PLAN AHEAD. Basically, it boils down to this: If you ....

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  4 Nov 2022

  San Jose Personal Trainers' Tips to Finish 2022 Strong

  Our San Jose personal fitness trainers want to know... Can you imagine gaining energy, improving your strength, and loosing weight in just 8 weeks from now? There are only 8 weeks left in 2022 … Which means now is the best time to make that happen! Instead of waiting until 2023 starts, our San Jose personal fitness trainers are inviting you to get a head start on your goals NOW. And that leads us to a fun little assignment for you… Right now, come up with a list of 2-3 actions you are going to commit to between now and the new year that will move you closer to your goals. And then … schedule out THOSE ACTIONS so they become ....

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  31 Oct 2022

  Fun Ways to Stay Fit in Fall

  Fall is full of fun ways to stay fit. Don’t believe us? Here are 10 quick suggestions from our coaching team! How many can you add? Rake leaves into a pile and let your kids or grandkids jump into them Hike through your parks, trails, and nearby hillsides. Toss the football with friends and families. Take the dog on long autumn walks. Start a temporary workout routine to complement what you’re already doing. Take daily walks, runs or bike rides in the cool, crisp mornings. Visit pumpkin patches, apple orchards, or corn mazes. Sign up for a fall 5K or 10K race. Incorporate movement breaks during commercials and halftimes of ....

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  28 Oct 2022

  Los Gatos Personal Trainers' Tips to Quiet Your Inner Critic

  If you’ve ever critiqued anyone’s performance, then you know how important it is to provide balanced, helpful feedback. You can’t just berate a kid, for instance, about all the ways he messed up. And you can’t merely praise a subordinate all day without providing challenges for improvement. So, if you know that, then our Los Gatos personal fitness trainers want to know why can’t you be so lovingly balanced in the way you talk to yourself … ABOUT yourself? It’s so much easier to pile on, isn’t it? “I can’t believe I’m so stupid.” “Why am I always the last one to figure ....

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