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Los Gatos Health & Fitness Newsletter  July 1, 2009
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JULY 4th
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Club hours for:
Independence Day
7:00 am - 2:00
pm
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| Have a fun and safe
4th of July!! |
WORKOUT.com
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Do you ever go to the gym and wonder what you are suppose to be
doing or
get burnt out by your regular routine?
Should I
do cardio or weights? ...Maybe I should try a different exercise or routine?
Now, here's your workout 4 the day at Workout.com. I will post them each day for you
and one for the weekend.
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| Try them out and let me know what you think! - Joe
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CARDIO DANCE
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Have you tried the new evening class
with Geno Torres yet?
'Cardio Dance'
Tues & Thurs 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Don't wait, try something new today!
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Contact the club at
(408) 354-5808 or Mary for more information. |
GROUP 'X'
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Group X updates:
'ZUMBA'
Tuesday 8:30am
with Judy Gadbois
'Cardio Sculpt'
Thursday 8:30am
with Kisa Harris
*This Saturday, June 20th will be our last
'Race Day Spin Class'. Beginning in July there
will be no Saturday Spin class*
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JAZZ ON THE PLAZZ
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It's summer time which means Jazz on the Plazz in Los Gatos! Come enjoy the music and wine and say 'Hi' to us! We'll have our booth with fun prizes and giveaways. Next event is:
Wednesday
July 17th
6:30 to 8:30p.m.
Located at the Los Gatos Town Plaza, at the
intersection of West Main Street and Santa Cruz Avenue in downtown Los
Gatos.
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See you there!
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CROSSFIT
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Have you tried CrossFit yet?
We offer world class strength and conditioning in small
group classes taught by experienced and credentialed coaches at Crossfit Los Gatos.
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| Contact Sam (831) 234-1365 for more information. |
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OUR FACILITY
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Los Gatos Health & Fitness
285 East Main
Street
Los Gatos, CA 95030
(408)
354-5808
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Dear Valued member,
Happy Independence Day to all of you! During this time we celebrate our
freedom and this great country we live in. I want you to remember all the things
that have blessed you. Take time to reflect on what you have in life and not
want you don't have. Make a point to focus on yourself and your wellness.
You have been given this great body and you are in charge of it! Take
care of it and respect it. Have a wonderful weekend and enjoy the food, family
and fun. ...and don't forget to take care of yourself with a good weekly workout
routine - you will feel better, look great and have more energy to last all
day!
 This week I wrote a blog on music and how it can be a
powerful force of inspiration. How many times have you heard a particular song
and you are instantly taken right back to that moment in time? You remember
exactly where you were, who you were with and what you were wearing ... Read
the rest here.
As you all know we
have finished our first phase of upgrades including new equipment, spin bikes,
and the group exercise room. We are also continuing upgrades behind the scenes and have
recently put in put in a new steam
generator, new plumbing systems for pool and spa, upgrades to air conditioning
system and new washer and dryer. I am happy to say, we will continue to upgrade the facility in the coming months to include a new lobby, personal training
office and lite for life office, all to make your workout experience the best possible! Thank you for your continued support.
See you soon at the gym... or follow me on Twitter and let me know what you are doing this week for your workout routine! "Your gym membership is a cheap form of great entertainment!" -Joe G. Enthusiastically,
Joe Gigantino Owner
Find me on:
Facebook MySpace LinkedIn My Blog
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Lite for Life
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If you haven't heard yet, we are introducing Lite For Life, a brand new Weight Loss
Center and Lite Food
Market opening within Los Gatos Health & Fitness! As many of you can tell, there's been extra activity and one giant-sized
"poster" in the lobby!
Lite for Life is officially
open and is based temporarily in the downstairs office just to
the right of the men's locker room. Please stop by any time!
This modern, successful, research-driven program focuses
on regulating blood sugar to control food cravings, improve mood, and shed
unwanted pounds. Lite For Life members
have access to one-on-one counseling with a certified nutritionist and receive
unlimited support - no appointments, no scheduling.
In the next few weeks you should see the finished product, complete with
frosted sliding glass doors for the counseling offices, and
a Lite Food Market located in the former training office. The food will include
LFL'S
private-label goodies including muffins, bars, and desserts, along with mainstream foods found inside your local market. These foods will be
available to
LFL members and non-members, as well as the general public.
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Fun Summer Time
Fitness
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Summer is here in full swing and, if you are anything
like me, by now you have probably begun to enjoy the warmer season - and hot
season in Gilroy! Barbecues and picnics with friends and family are a must this
time of year-but did you know that these fun gatherings are packed with ample
opportunities to throw your fitness-conscious inhibitions to the wind?
Now, while you are fully aware that hamburgers, hot dogs and potato
chips aren't the pinnacle of health, do you know just how detrimental these
items are to your waistline?
As temping as they are, don't be fooled by
ads like this one below by your local fast food joint. These kinds of foods can
be dangerous and I can bet you will not look like Audrina Patridge if you eat
this stuff in your diet. Let's see what Audrina really eats,
"My 1250 daily calorie diet includes fish and salads and I work out
weekly." -Audrina Patridge
 Now, I'm not saying to forever deprive yourself of what you
enjoy - its ok to occasionally
indulge yourself with a burger or hot
dog, but 2 key words; occasional and in
moderation.
This season, the
calories can creep up on you so there are healthy alternatives to enjoy your
indulgeces.
Read on below for a detailed look at traditional summer foods
and then fill your ice chest with my 'Fit Fare' suggestions...trust me, by
making a few small alterations to your summer menu you can shed excess pounds
while enjoying delicious food in your favorite setting-summer!
Hamburger: While nothing smells
quite like summer more than a grilling hamburger patty, we must acknowledge its
not-so-pleasant score on the nutrition counter. A 3oz (normal size patty), 75%
lean meat hamburger patty contains:
Calories: 236 Fat: 16g Cholesterol: 76mg Sodium: 66mg
(Not to mention what a large patty, double,
or cheese, plus sauces could pack on)
*Fit Fare: Fire the grill up with marinated chicken breasts,
lean turkey patties, or veggie burgers. And yes, these all taste great and are
much healthier!
Hot Dog: Grilled hot dogs are
another cherished summer tradition, however, there are healthier alternatives
available that don't compromise on taste. A typical beef frank contains:
Calories: 147 Fat: 14g Cholesterol: 25mg
Sodium: 461mg
*Fit Fare: Check your local grocer for low fat,
low sodium, nitrite-free turkey dogs, or go out on a limb and try a soy hot
dog-who knows? You may like it!
Potato Chips: They
are crunchy, salty and satisfying, but have you ever checked out the nutrition
label on a bag of regular potato chips? 1oz of the greasy munchies contain:
Calories: 155 Fat: 11g
Carbohydrate: 14g Sodium: 148mg
 *Fit Fare: I
know you will love this suggestion-how about a vegetable tray?
Fresh veggies pack just as much crunching fun as a bag of
chips, just without all the fat and sodium! Be aware of rich dips that often
accompany vegetable trays-stick with low fat dressing instead.
Ice
Cream: Can you hear that? It is the merry sound of the ice cream truck
entering the neighborhood! Did you know that a cup of regular vanilla ice cream
contains:
Calories: 290 Fat:
16g Carbohydrates: 34g
*Fit Fare: I
have two great suggestions for this one. The first is to indulge in fresh
seasonal fruit. Watermelon is a great place to start and is a classic summer
treat. My second suggestion is our featured recipe-Strawberry Italian Ice. Made
with fresh strawberries it is both delicious and fat free! (Check out my recipe
below)
 Go out on a limb and
indulge in tasty, healthy food this summer. When you make a few small changes in
your eating habits, like eating my 'Fit Fare' foods, you will reach your fitness
and weight loss goals quicker than ever!
Call (408) 354-5808 or email Mary today to get started on an
exercise program that will make you look great on the beach, and all year round.
For more inspiration and
motivation like your read above, check out my Workout blog or follow me on Twitter!
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Be Active
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Don't limit your physical activity to just the gym! Be on the lookout for
daily opportunities to burn extra calories. Take the stairs instead of the
elevator and park at the opposite side of the parking lot.These short bursts of
physical activity will go a long way towards achieving your weight loss
goal!
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Strawberry Italian Ice
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This mouth watering recipe combines fresh strawberries
and apple juice to create a guilt-free summer treat! It takes a few hours to
freeze, so be sure that you make it ahead of time.
Yield: 5 servings.
Here's what you
need...
- 2 pints halved strawberries
- ¾ cup unsweetened apple juice concentrate
- 2 Tablespoons lemon juice
- Fresh mint leaves for garnish
- Place the strawberries, apple juice concentrate and lemon juice in a
blender; cover and blend until smooth.
- Pour into an 8-inch square dish.
- Cover and freeze for 2 hours, or until partially set.
- Spoon into a mixing bowl and beat on medium speed for 1 ½ minutes.
- Return to the dish and freeze for 2-3 hours or until firm.
- Garnish with mint!
Nutritional Analysis: One serving equals:
109 calories, 1g fat, 27g carbohydrate, 3g fiber, and 1g protein
Motivate your friends, family and
co-workers by forwarding this
newsletter!
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Get a FREE consultation with
LITE for LIFE!
 Introducing Lite For Life, a brand new Weight Loss Center and
Lite Food Market opening within Los Gatos Health & Fitness! This modern, successful, and research-driven program focuses on regulating
blood sugar to control food cravings, improve mood, and shed unwanted pounds.
Lite For Life members have access to one-on-one counseling with a
certified nutritionist and stay until you feel confident and can leave with a
smile on your face. Los Gatos Health & Fitness now meets all your health
and nutrition needs! |
Contact Laurie today (408) 354-5808 for your FREE
consultation!
Offer Expires: 7-15-09
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