Health Benefits of Sunshine

Health Benefits of Sunshine

It looks like we have some sunshine in the forecast coming up.  Although we definitely needed the rain, I am looking forward to having warm weather and more sunshine.  San Diego is a great place to live for out door activities. Did you know that there are several health benefits to sunshine? Sunshine is essential for human health, as it provides us with a number of important benefits. Here are some of the most significant health benefits of sunshine: Sunlight is a natural source of vitamin D, which is essential for bone health. Vitamin D helps the body to absorb calcium, which is necessary for strong bones and teeth. It also helps to prevent osteoporosis, a condition that leads to brittle bones and an increased risk of fractures.Sunlight can help to boost the immune system. Vitamin D has been shown to enhance the activity of immune cells, which can help to protect against infection and disease.Sunlight has been found to improve mood and reduce symptoms of depression. Exposure to sunlight increases the production of serotonin, a neurotransmitter that helps to…

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QR Codes Added To The Machines

QR Codes Added To The Machines

Is it your first time using the machines at Ultimate Fitness?  We have made it even easier to get started on your fitness journey. We have added QR codes with video tutorials to all of the machines at the Chula Vista and Imperial Beach location.  The  QR codes will direct you to the Ultimate Fitness Coach Youtube page.  We will also be adding barbell. dumbbell, kettle bell, core workouts, and condition exercise tutorials on the the Youtube page. The hardest part is always getting started.  We are looking forward to being apart of your fitness journey.  We have trainers available at both locations.  Stop by the front desk to book  your free consultation.

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Fruit Is Not The Enemy

Fruit Is Not The Enemy

Many popular diet fads will tell you to avoid all carbs. That would mean also avoiding fruits. The main issue with fad diets is that they are not designed to create lasting positive healthy habits. Lasting success in the gym and on your fitness journey is a combination consistency and intensity with you training and good nutrition habits. Small changes create lasting changes. Lasting changes create lasting results. Today we are talking about the benefits of adding fruit into your nutrition regiment. Fruits are a delicious and nutritious addition to any diet. They are a rich source of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and fiber, all of which are essential for maintaining good health. Here are just a few of the many health benefits of including fruits in your diet: Fruits are a great source of vitamins and minerals. For example, citrus fruits are high in Vitamin C, which helps to boost the immune system and protect against infection. Berries, such as blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries, are rich in antioxidants, which help to protect cells from damage caused by free radicals.Fruits are…

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Healthy Nutrition Habits

Healthy Nutrition Habits

Too often people use excuses to justify bad eating habits.  In addition, extreme dieting during the week and extreme cheat meals on the weekends will produce no results. There is absolutely nothing wrong with enjoying your favorite guilty pleasure snack or meal. However, it is important that these snacks and meals are within your caloric goals. Food is fuel for performance.  Your body is a machine and healthy food is needed for it to function properly.  If you are struggling with your nutrition, start with setting 1 small nutrition habit at a time.  Once you master that nutrition habit, add a new nutrition habit.  Setting positive nutrition habits is a process.  You do not need to change everything all at one. Here are a few healthy nutrition habits that would be great to incorporate. Eating a balanced diet that includes a variety of nutrient-dense foods such as fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and healthy fats.Choosing foods that are minimally processed and free of added sugars and unhealthy fats.Eating in moderation and avoiding overeating.Staying hydrated by drinking enough water and…

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How to Stay Motivated At The Gym

How to Stay Motivated At The Gym

You said this was the year you are going to stick with the gym.  This is the year you will meal prep. This is the year that you will make fitness one of your priorities.  You successfully make it through the first two weeks of training. You survived the awkward feeling of getting back into the gym.  You are amazed that the first week soreness that can feel like being hit by a bus didn’t kill you. You are almost through the first month and you missed a few days of training. Fortunately, missing a couple days of training is not detrimental to success in your fitness journey.  How ever, you are not as excited and motivated to keep training as hard or as often. It is normal to feel this way towards training.  Eventually motivation will wear off but you need to focus on being disciplined.  Sticking to your routine will help you reach your goals and re-ignite your motivation. Here are a few tips to help stay motivated and discipline in the gym Set specific and achievable goals.Create…

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Top Reasons To Work With A Coach

There is endless information on fitness and nutrition on the internet/social media.  It is understandable for someone to believe that they do not need a coach.  However, there are many styles of training and nutrition.  With so much information, it can be confusing on where to start or what you should start with.  Year after year, many people start their fitness lifestyle journey without a coach and the end result being that they gave up or lost motivation. Here are the top reasons you should work with a fitness coach. ACCOUNTABILITY Everyone starts out motivated.  It is easy to make the right choices with food and make it to every single workout when you are motivated.  Once motivation ends, it is very easy to start saying “I’ll go to the gym tomorrow” or “I’ll eat better next week.”  This cycle of excuses will end with you not seeing the results  you were motivated to get.  Having a coach will help you stay accountable an discipline when motivation wears off. LEARN PROPER EXERCISE FORM There are many variations of pull ups,…

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Outdoor Athletic Training Area Coming to Imperial Beach

Outdoor Athletic Training Area Coming to Imperial Beach

Outdoor athletic training/functional area is coming soon to the Imperial Beach location.   We would like to take a moment to thank all of our members for the positive feed back and continued support!  We are excited about the new addition to the Imperial Beach location.   We will be adding calisthenics monkey bar rig, bumper plates, kettlebells, battle ropes,  tractor tires (for tire flips), concept 2 rowers and ski ergs!   Follow us on Instagram @theultimatefitnesslife for all of the updates.   Ultimate Fitness More Than Just A Gym

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Avoid Entrepreneurial Burnout With Self-Care Measures

Self-care is essential to helping entrepreneurs avoid the pitfalls of excessive stress and burnout. While startups and small businesses require a lot of time and effort to get off the ground, over-working and trying to manage every business function on your own can take a toll. If you go too long without giving yourself a break, you run the risk of not only getting run-down and overwhelmed, but your business could suffer as well. Here’s how you can chart your best path forward. Get Organized and Plan Ahead One of the best ways to use your time effectively is to get organized and stick to a schedule. For entrepreneurs, business planning is essential. This means planning out operational functions, marketing plans, and budgets. If you haven’t already formed a limited liability company, or LLC, this is a good first step. It will protect you against some forms of liability, give you flexibility, reduce paperwork, and be helpful at tax time. You can do the paperwork yourself, pay hefty fees to an attorney, or preferably, use a formation service to do…

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