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Los Gatos Health & Fitness Newsletter  September 2, 2009
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JIU-JITSU |
A big welcome to Sandro Batata Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu coming soon to Los Gatos Fitness!
The studio will be
located where Court 4 is currently.
Come train with world renown Sandro
"Batata" Santiago! The Sandro Batata Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy
teaches the foundation of BJJ as perfected by the legendary Gracie family.
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CLASSES
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Group X class updates:
'ZUMBA'
Tuesday 8:30am
with Judy Gadbois
'Cardio Sculpt'
Thursday 8:30am
with Kisa Harris
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Spinning:
T & Th spin classes have changed to:
Mon & Wed
6 am
with Kisa Harris!
Contact Mary for more information.
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PARKING
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Our front parking lot will be getting resurfaced on September 12th and 13th.
Members can park in the back parking lot (high school parking lot) for these 2
days.
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Thanks for your patience!
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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.
Checkout our new class:
Monday &
Wednesday's
7:30pm
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DAILY WORKOUT
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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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CONFIDENCE BOOSTER
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Have
you ever wished that you had more confidence?
People who set fitness
boundaries report experiencing a boost of confidence.
Think about it:
when you set a higher standard for yourself confidence grows naturally.
As you lose weight and feel better than ever your confidence will sky
rocket.
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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,
I
hope you are all getting back into a normal routine and schedule with
works, family and your fitness. Kid's are back to school and so is your
opportunity for your workouts!
 This
week I wrote a blog on the power of your words. "If you can't say
anything nice, don't say anything at all." We've all heard that saying
our whole lives, but how many of us find ourselves saying something we
regret the second it comes our of our mouths? We may then try to erase
by saying "I'm sorry, I didn't mean it," however, it's too late as the
damage has already been done... Read the rest here and share your thoughts!
See you soon at the gym... or follow me on Twitterand 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:
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Lite for Life
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Have you stopped by Lite For Life yet? LFL is a brand new Weight Loss
Center and Lite Food
Market within Los Gatos Health & Fitness!
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.
The Lite Food Market is filled with the ingredients you need to succeed! The dry goods are located in the lobby, but our fresh items are located in the
former trainer's office and aren't as noticable. Anyone purchasing food can get
a food card and, when filled, you receive free food!
Read a powerful new testimony by our own Marilyn Porter:
- Marilyn has been a Lite for Life client for a mere 4 weeks. However, she
has already lost a total of 7 1/2 pounds and 11 1/4 inches! Her fasting blood
sugar went from a pre-diabetic 118 to a normal 93, her cholesterol went from 195
to 139, and her tryglicerides decreased to 79! We are very proud of her great
success. Congratulations Marilyn!
What is your success story? Don't wait, contact Laurie today or read Laurie's blog for more information.
September Special: New Members receive 2 weeks free and 10% off first food
purchase!!!
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The Freedom of (Self-Imposed) Chains
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 Most of us are under the misconception that fit people work hard and
spend most of their lives deprived in order to achieve their amazing
bodies.
Nothing could be farther from the truth.
I'll let you in on a little secret...It's not hard to get and stay fit. It's not about hard work and deprivation.
It's all about boundaries.
Let me explain...
When you were a child your parents set boundaries around you. They were
the authority on what was or wasn't acceptable behavior. You had to
complete your chores before dinner. You had to finish your homework
before going out to play. You had to eat all your vegetables before
dessert.
 If you failed to comply with these boundaries then you knew that there would be consequences.
As an adult you, and only you, are the authority on what is or isn't
acceptable behavior. You are in the position to set boundaries around
yourself. These boundaries serve as a framework of order around you - a
rock of support in an otherwise chaotic world.
With self-imposed boundaries you can assure your success in anything...specifically with weight loss.
Your fitness boundaries have to be self-imposed-no one is going to do
it for you. Don't look at this as a bad thing! Self-imposed boundaries
are self-empowering.
Let's face it, you've been living life without fitness boundaries.
You eat whatever you want, whenever you want it. You use any excuse to avoid exercise. You indulge whenever it feels good.
Your Fitness Boundaries
It's time to introduce boundaries back into your life. These boundaries
are the key to unleashing your ideal fit and healthy body.
1. Fitness Boundary One: What you eat
If you were to be perfectly honest with me, you could list off the
foods that are unhealthy and fattening. So why are you still eating
them? You know that refined, fried, processed and sugary foods are not
good for you.
Place boundaries around what you will allow yourself to eat. Acceptable
food items include whole foods, vegetables, fruits, whole grains, and
lean meats.
2. Fitness Boundary Two: How you exercise
I know that you're not an Olympic athlete, but that doesn't mean that
you can simply pass on exercise. By now you are well aware of the host
of benefits that exercise provides. With regular exercise you'll look
great, feel amazing and have more energy than ever.
Place boundaries around how often you must exercise. Choose exercise
that is challenging and fun - don't be afraid to try new activities
that improve your strength and endurance.
3. Fitness Boundary Three: When you indulge
Let's face it, we live in a world where indulging has become the norm,
rather than the exception. When you live life without fitness
boundaries, everyday is an opportunity to indulge. These indulgences
all add up quickly, causing your clothes to become tight and your
energy levels to drop.
Place boundaries around when you can indulge. You'll find that by
limiting your indulgences you'll end up enjoying them even more.
Putting It In Action
Sit down and take a long, hard look at your lifestyle. Are you eating
as healthy as you could be? Are you exercising 3-5 times each week? Are
you indulging too often? Answer the following questions:
What 3 food items can I eliminate from my daily diet?
(These should be nutritionally void items like high-calories beverages,
fast food, packaged snacks, high-fat food, candy or desserts.) When
can I schedule exercise into my week? (Pick 3-5 days, and select a
specific timeframe. Example: I'm going to exercise on Monday, Wednesday
and Fridays from 5am-6am.) When will I allow myself to
indulge? (Don't go overboard here, especially if you need to lose
weight. Enjoy a treat a couple times each month, and do so guilt-free
knowing that you've maintained healthy food boundaries the rest of the
time.
Remember that self-imposed boundaries are self-empowering.
 Fitness boundaries put your fitness results on autopilot. If you know
what constitutes an acceptable meal, then choosing what to eat just got
a whole lot easier. If you're committed to exercising 3 times a week,
soon it becomes second nature.
Need help setting up your fitness boundaries? We are here to help - Call (408) 354-5808 or email Mary today to start your fitness program
that will greatly improve your life.
For more inspiration and
motivation like your read above, check out my Workout blog or follow me on Twitter!
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Fresh Vegetable Tacos
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There is no question that these veggie stuffed tacos are both healthy
and delicious. Fresh asparagus, sweet peppers, corn, onion, pinto beans
and cilantro create a tasty blend of flavors. To increase your protein
intake feel free to throw in strips of lean chicken breast. Serve with
sliced avocado and a side of salsa. 
Servings: 6
Here's what you need...
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cups asparagus, cut into 1 inch pieces
- 1 cup sweet peppers, chopped (red, yellow, orange or all three!)
- 3 ears of corn, kernels shaved off
- 1 (15 oz) can pinto beans, drained and rinsed
- 1/4 chopped cilantro
- 6 whole wheat tortillas
- 1 avocado, sliced
- Salsa
- Place the olive oil and garlic in a large non-stick frying
pan over medium heat. Add the onions and sauté for about three minutes
or until the onions begin to soften.
- Add the asparagus and continue to sauté , stirring occasionally for 5 minutes.
- Add the peppers and continue to sauté , stirring occasionally for 5 minutes.
- Add
the corn, beans and cilantro and sauté for 5 more minutes, or until the
vegetables are tender. *Note: Make sure you don't overcook the
vegetables. You want them to be tender but not too soft.*
- Remove
from heat. Place a scoop of the veggie mixture in each tortilla and top
with sliced avocado. Serve with your favorite salsa.
Nutritional Analysis: One serving equals: 308 calories, 8g fat, 46g carbohydrate, 13g fiber, and 12g protein.
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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! September Special:
New Members receive 2 weeks free and 10% off first food
purchase!!! |
Contact Laurie today (408) 354-5808 for your FREE
consultation!
Offer Expires: 9-15-09
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