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Los Gatos Health & Fitness Newsletter  October 1, 2009
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SPECIALS
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Interested in our new Hydro Massage?
- Refer a friend,
- Add on a Family member or
-Buy a PT package of $500 or greater..
...and Get 1 month free of Hydro Massage!
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Contact Vito for more information.
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PERSONAL
TRAINING
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October Specials:
- Contact Mary Burks for your complimentary Body Fat Test
- Give a gift of LIFT
to your loved ones. LIFT Program gift certificates
available now!
- Ask how you can get
your personal Polar RS400 Heart Rate Monitor included in your training package
and save money!
- Refer a friend and
receive two 2 complimentary hydro bed massages!
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Contact Mary for more information.
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CROSSFIT CHALLENGE
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Crossfit Los Gatos is hosting a 12 week PALEO/Zone
Challenge starting:
October 10th
at 10am
Participate in this exciting challenge focusing on a finely tuned diet that will optimize
performance, increase energy and improve athletic performance!
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CLASS UPDATES
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Group X class updates:
- STEP returns!
Thursdays 8:30am with Barbara Radabaugh
- Lunch hour relaxation YOGA Tuesday & Thursday 12noon
- Get that early morning
workout in SPIN with Kisa Harris Mon & Wed at 6am!
- Current members are
welcome to bring a friend in to try our outstanding group ex classes and
instructors!
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Contact Mary for more information.
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LIFE COACHING
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Wishing
for a little Health and Happiness this
Holiday Season?
Find your Fit with Life Coach Karen Frechou for a series just in the nick of time, on being
healthy and staying happy for the holidays ahead!
November:
Facing the Holiday Feeding Frenzy:
- Managing exercise and diet in the midst of a
season of over indulgence.
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For more about Coaching services, contact Karen
(831) 708-2118
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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 TheWorkout.com I will post them each day for you
and one for the weekend.
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GUARANTEE YOUR SUCCESS
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The quickest, easiest way to guarantee that you'll meet your fitness and weight
loss goals is to work one-on-one with a qualified fitness professional.
You'll be held accountable with your workouts and you'll be instructed
properly and shown techniques and strategies that will expedite your results.
Call 354-5808 today to get started on a program that will take the
guesswork out of fitness and to set your results on fire!
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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,
It's official, summer has come to an end! We are full swing into Fall when the
seasons starts to change. Now is the perfect time to start your new fitness
routine or change up an old one! Before the Holiday season begins, I encourage
you to be disciplined and work hard on your fitness goals now, so that they will
be well established during the next few months.
 This week I wrote a blog on opportunity and obstacles in
the 'Eye of the Beholder'. Someone recently asked me if I viewed challenges as
opportunities. The answer is an astounding "YES!" I believe one of the turning
points for me was when I was in high school, and I was told that I was too slow
and small to play Division 1 football. Something went off inside of me, and I
was determined to prove them wrong. I went on to... 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:
Facebook MySpace LinkedIn My Blog
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Lite for Life
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Have you received your free consultation with Laurie yet? Lite For Life is a 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!
October Specials:
- Current Lite For Life member? Bring a friend, neighbor, or co-worker with
you for one FREE session!
- Know someone who could benefit from Lite For Life? Refer a friend and
receive $50 worth of FREE food from our Lite Food Market!
- Thinking about joining Lite for Life? There's no better support than your
spouse. Come on in for our 2-for-1 special!
- Ditch those candy bars! Bring in any trick-or-treat candy and receive a
FREE Chocolate Almond Bar (limit one per person - great for kids)!
Come on in for a FREE consultation and learn more about the program that
boasts 60+ members who are losing it and loving it! Don't wait, contact Laurie today or read Laurie's blog for more information.
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21 Universal Rewards of
Exercise
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The number one reason that most people are out-of-shape is that they don't
exercise enough.
I've often wished that I could give each and every one
of you a personalized pep talk to get you up off the couch and into the gym, day
after day. So here's my pep talk in bullet form - 21 rewards that you will gain from regular
exercise.
Do yourself a favor and print this list and post it where
you'll see it every day. When you need motivation or encouragement simply read
over this list and feel your motivation soar.
1. You'll reset your body: Exercise has been
described as a giant reset button. A good workout will block appetite swings,
improve your mood and even help you sleep.
2. Your clothes will fit better: Consistent
exercise will tone and tighten your body, causing your clothes to not only fit
better but to also look nicer. Also exercise ensures that soon you'll be trading
your clothes in for smaller sizes.
3.
You'll be less stressed: You have enough stress in your life - it's time
for a break. A good workout invigorates your muscles, leaving you relaxed and
less stressed.
4. You'll
have more energy: WebMD tallied research studies and concluded that 90%
of them prove exercise increases energy levels in sedentary patients. Next time
you feel fatigued, fight it will the most powerful tool available: exercise.
5. You'll be stronger: Exercise
improves muscle strength and endurance, two things that you use throughout each
day. When you exercise consistently you'll be pleasantly surprised when
difficult tasks begin to seem easy.
6.
You'll be less likely to binge: Exercise has a powerful anti-binge effect
on the body. This is due in part by an increase in sensitivity to leptin, a
protein hormone, which has an appetite-taming effect.
7. You'll burn calories: You know that excess
body fat is made up of stored and unused calories. Fight back by burning loads
of calories with fat-blasting workouts.
8. You'll be more confident: Who doesn't wish
they walked and talked with more confidence? A consistent exercise program will
do just that. As your body becomes more fit, watch as your confidence
sky-rockets.
9.
You'll have fun: Believe it or not, exercise can be extremely enjoyable.
Remember how fun it was to run around as a child? Tap into your inner child as
you find a mode of exercise that gets you excited.
10.
You'll reduce your blood pressure: Exercise has been proven more
effective than medication in reducing blood pressure to normal levels. A single
workout has been shown to reduce blood pressure for the day and regular exercise
reduces overall blood pressure in the long run.
11. You'll lose the jiggles: Regular exercise
tightens flabby arms, legs and waistlines. So wave goodbye to the jiggles with a
solid exercise program.
12. You'll
increase insulin sensitivity: Researchers at Laval University in Quebec
discovered that exercise improved insulin sensitivity dramatically. Peak
after-meal insulin levels dropped by more than 20 percent after as little as 3
weeks of consistent exercise.
13. You'll
sleep better: Do you toss and turn for hours before falling asleep?
Exercise is a powerful sleep aid. Your tired muscles encourage your body to
quickly fall asleep so they can get their overnight repair work done.
14. You'll lower your risk of heart
disease: Regular exercise strengthens your heart and makes it more
resilient against disease. A sedentary lifestyle is a major risk factor for
heart disease, so rest assured that consistent exercise is your ally against
disease.
15. You'll feel great:
Vigorous exercise releases natural endorphins (happy hormones) into your blood
stream that dissolve pain and anxiety. You've probably heard of 'runner's high',
this can be achieved by any great workout.
16. You'll lower your risk of diabetes: Studies
show that exercising as little as half an hour each day can dramatically reduce
your risk of diabetes. If you are at risk of diabetes, or already have diabetes,
regular exercise is the most effective treatment for reversing the disease.
17. You'll meet cool people: You
could benefit from a group of new, energetic friends, right? Gyms, bootcamps,
workout centers and even the jogging trail are all great places to connect with
fun new friends.
18. You'll improve your
BMI: You know that maintaining a healthy BMI is key in disease
prevention. Exercise is the best way to keep your BMI under
control.
19. You'll increase your
endurance: Do you ever get out of breath when walking up stairs or
through the mall? Regular exercise builds your endurance for everyday
activities.
20. Your doctor will be
impressed: How many times has your doctor given you the lecture about
losing weight and exercising more? Exercise regularly and get your MD off your
back!
21. You'll look
amazing: Are you happy with the shape and size of your
body? Regular exercise works wonders on your physique. Within a few weeks you'll
see shape and tone in all the right places.
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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Fastest Chicken Stir Fry
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Think you don't have enough time to cook a healthy
meal? Think again. This healthy and delicious chicken stir fry takes only
minutes to make. Instead of chopping the vegetables yourself, this recipe calls
for pre-chopped ingredients found in the produce section of your grocery store.
Skip the take out line tonight and try this recipe instead.
Yield: 6 servings 
Here's what you need...
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chopped garlic
- 1 cup asparagus, cut into 2 inch segments
- 1 (16 oz) package pre-chopped stir fry vegetables
- 1 (10 oz) package shredded cabbage
- 1 cup chopped pineapple
- 1 cup chopped cooked chicken breast
- 3/4 cup teriyaki sauce
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or wok. Add
the garlic. When the garlic is browned add the asparagus. Stir fry for 5 minutes
or until the asparagus turns bright green.
- Add the chopped stir fry vegetables, cabbage, and
pineapple. Stir fry for 5 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.
- Add the cooked chicken pieces and mix in the
teriyaki sauce. Stir fry for another minute, until the sauce is evenly
distributed.
Nutritional Analysis: One serving equals: 117
calories, 1.8g fat, 15.8g carbohydrate, 4g fiber, and 10.7g protein.
Spread the
word. Motivate your friends, family and co-workers by
forwarding this newsletter! They'll thank you for it.
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Get a FREE consultation with
LITE for LIFE!
 Introducing Lite For Life, a new Weight Loss Center and
Lite Food Market 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: 10-15-09
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