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• 5 Apr 2024

  Mastering the Art of Snacking: Four Simple Swaps for Better Choices

  Most of us tend to have a love-hate “all or nothing” relationship with snacks. One day we’re super strict about avoiding them… And then we do a face plant in a carton of ice cream after a bad day (or even a great day when we have something to celebrate). The good news is, there is a healthy — and delicious — middle ground that can actually HELP you reach your goals. It’s all about planning your snacks ahead of time, and then working them into your regular meal schedule to hold you over if you get hungry. That way you can make better choices that move you closer to your goals. Here are 4 healthy snack ....

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• 1 Apr 2024

  The Ultimate Grocery Shopping Guide: Expert Tips From Our Campbell Personal Trainers For a Successful Trip

  Confession time… Raise your hand if you’ve ever left your grocery list at home! (You can’t see us right now but our hand is up!) It’s the worst, isn’t it? You walk in, you see those big bright lights, and all of a sudden… your mind goes blank. What were you here for again? This is a great reminder of how the “magic” of a great shopping trip begins before you hit the store. It may seem like a mindless chore, but grocery shopping is an important life skill. Our Campbell Personal Trainers know it plays a HUGE role in your results, your health, AND your bank account! ....

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• 29 Mar 2024

  Eating for Energy: Superfoods That Can Fire Up Your Metabolism

  We get asked a ton of questions about food… what to eat, when to eat, etc., etc. Usually our answer is that you really can’t go wrong with whole “real” foods — the kinds of foods that don’t come from a manufacturer and that don’t have a long list of ingredients. But some foods can give you an extra “edge” when it comes to specific goals… Like this list of foods that can help you boost your metabolism! How many of these do you eat (or drink) regularly? 5 Metabolism-Boosting Superfoods Lean Meat (turkey, bison, chicken) Not only does protein-rich meat help you build and ....

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• 25 Mar 2024

  Break Time, Make Time: Elevate Your Productivity with Strategic Breaks

  Let’s talk about the most overlooked — and under appreciated! — productivity hack out there… Taking regular breaks during the day! The problem with taking breaks is that it can feel like you’re slacking… But you’re not. Any here’s why: Being “always on” can lead to burnout and make you less effective. Researchers who analyzed 80+ studies found that taking regular breaks can keep you feeling energized AND increase your productivity. The key is to make sure you follow a few guidelines. What you do during your breaks — and how long they last — most definitely ....

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• 22 Mar 2024

  San Jose Personal Trainers Tips For Springing Into Self-Care

  Spring is a time of renewal, a time to clean and reorganize, and a time to feel reenergized by the sunshine and hope for brighter days. Our San Jose Personal Trainers know that all of that makes it an ideal time to focus on self-care strategies that will guide you through the next few months and position you perfectly for summer. First, think about this: How are you feeling in your life right now? About your healthy habits and about your self-care? Are you more in need of a rebirth, like annual flowers emerging again? Or do you need to clean out the cupboards and restock with fresh supplies? Maybe you need to absorb the life-giving powers of being ....

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• 18 Mar 2024

  Fuel Your Day: Protein-Packed Breakfasts to Start Strong

  We talk a lot about the power of protein — and how important it is to eat a protein-rich breakfast. But how do you make sure you’re getting a high-protein breakfast, exactly? What does that even look like? It can get confusing… Especially when most of us are used to eating toast or cereal for breakfast. We've put together a quick list of 5 breakfasts that pack at least 20 grams of protein for you. But first, here are two reasons a protein-rich breakfast matters: Adding more protein to your diet helps boost your metabolism and reduce hunger during the day. Eating a healthy breakfast can lay the groundwork for better choices ....

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• 15 Mar 2024

  Affirmations vs. Intentions: Our Los Gatos Personal Trainers Help You Understanding the Difference for Success

  We don’t know who needs to hear this but… Everyone — and Our Los Gatos Personal Trainers mean every one ! — struggles with their motivation and mindset sometimes. But that doesn’t mean you give up. Instead, you have to get tactical. So, today Our Los Gatos Personal Trainers want to share a couple of simple tools you can use to keep yourself on track when you’re not feeling it. They’re affirmations and intentions — and they might be different than you think! Sometimes they get lumped in the “woo-woo” category but they’re actually backed by studies. ☑️ Affirmations ....

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• 11 Mar 2024

  Mindful Muscle: Enhancing Your Workout with Mindfulness Practices

  You probably know that exercise is great for your body, and that meditation and mindfulness are great for your mind and emotional wellbeing. So, it makes total sense that combining the two activities would bring added benefits, right? It does! When you practice them together, you have better focus, less stress, and greater enjoyment – of both at the same time. So, you’re more likely to continue working out and practicing mindfulness, and it all builds on itself in an ever-expanding circle of self-care and empowerment. It’s easy to incorporate these basic principles of meditation/mindfulness into your workouts. Promise! Start by ....

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• 8 Mar 2024

  The Power of Prioritizing Sleep: A New Beginning Every Night

  We have a little mindset experiment for you today that just might blow your mind. What if instead of thinking of your day starting when you WAKE UP in the morning… You flipped it so that your day begins when you go to bed at night? Say what? Hang with us for a sec… because even though this might sound weird, it’s worth trying. That’s because sleep is SO IMPORTANT it deserves to be a priority (e.g., one of the first things you do) vs. an afterthought (the last thing you do). Starting your day with a solid 7-8 hours of quality sleep lays the foundation for not only a great day, but for deep health & wellness. ....

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• 4 Mar 2024

  Feed Your Focus: Our Campbell Personal Trainers Reveal How Your Daily Choices Shape Your Future

  Our Campbell Personal Trainers saw a stat recently about how the average adult spends more than 5 hours on their phone every day. Wow, right? … but this email isn’t about your phone. It’s about something bigger: your future… And the things that deserve to have a central place in your life. Because what you FEED — with your attention, thoughts, and actions — will become your FOCUS. And your FOCUS will grow to occupy a significant place in your life. Which makes it really important to monitor what you’re feeding. Are you cultivating positive, uplifting thoughts? Are you spending time ....

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