Satisfy that sweet tooth: High protein, low-calorie cookie!

Did you know that February is National Chocolate Month? No, this does not mean we encourage you to eat chocolate twice a day, once a day, or every day. In fact, we usually encourage our members to eat chocolate sparingly. However, we can’t prevent you from recognizing National Chocolate Month.

If you must participate in National Chocolate Month, please stay away from high-fat over indulgent chocolate mousses and heart-shaped chocolates (your stretchy pants and tight shirts will thank you). If you must indulge, we recommend the high protein chocolate chip cookie. This cookie is a favorite of CalFit’s own general manager, Ben (and hey, he always looks good in tight shirts).  Not only will this cookie satisfy the sweet tooth, but it’s only 55 calories and boasts the right amount of protein and carbohydrates, which makes it a great pre-workout snack.

Happy National Chocolate Month!

Ingredients

2 cups whey protein powder (plain or vanilla flavored)

1 teaspoon baking powder

2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1.5 cups of whole wheat flour

1.5 cups of cottage cheese (if you don’t have a food processor or electric mixer and are mixing by hand, get the small curd option)

½ cup honey

¼ cup canola oil

1 egg (for even less calories, use 1 serving of egg whites equal to 1 egg)

2 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 cup rolled oats or oatmeal

¼ cup of semisweet chocolate chips (we like using the extra small chocolate chips because they distribute further in the batter)

½ cup of chopped walnuts

1.       Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees

2.       Mix the protein powder, baking powder, cinnamon (and whole wheat flour if you choose to include it) together

3.       Mix the wet ingredients of cottage cheese, honey, canola oil and vanilla extract in a food processor or with an electric mixer until it’s blended together. If you don’t have a food processor or electric mixer, just blend thoroughly with a fork

4.       Next, mix the dry and wet ingredients together in a bowl

5.       Add the remaining ingredients of the oatmeal, chocolate chips and chopped walnuts to the batter and mix in

6.       Using a teaspoon, distribute evenly on a greased cookie pan and put in oven for 12 minutes

Doesn't that guy work out at CalFit Martinez?

Remember, these cookies are a great pre-workout snack. If you don’t have a workout planned, head down to CalFit today. Contact Ben at (415) 246-5191 for membership inquiries and personal training appointments.

More Love and Less Love Handles

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner and love is in the air at CalFit. We believe that couples that work out together, stay together! Here are some reasons why you and your significant other should make a date night at the gym:

1) It’s about quality and not quantity:  Instead of sitting through a movie munching on high calorie popcorn, head to the gym together. Couples that work out together interact more with each other. You’ll reach your fitness goals and feel like you’ve accomplished something with your loved one at the end of your workout.

2) To have and to hold…to motivate and to support:  Who better to push you to work harder, lift heavier and run that extra mile than the one you love? Also, there’s no better motivation than hearing praise from your significant other.

3) Feel more connected to each other: It’s a known fact that the chemicals produced in the brain during a workout (such as endorphins), help us feel happier and less stressed. I don’t know about you, but I’d rather be sweaty and in a good mood around my better half rather than peeved and non-sweaty.

4) Make it a threesome (no, not that kind!) – Invest in a personal trainer to guide you through a couples’ workout. Your personal trainer will guide you both through new exercises, teach you correct form, and listen to each of you complain about each other. A personal trainer is like a marriage counselor, but cheaper and with bigger muscles.

5) Show off the goods: Face it, you’re going to look out of place at the restaurant in your spandex yoga pants and matching sports bra. Take those booty shorts and your boyfriend to the gym.



Whoever does less sit ups has to take the garbage out tonight...



Now is the perfect time to schedule that date at the gym. Starting Monday, February 13, celebrate Valentine’s Day by bringing your loved one to boot camp all next week for free! Not only do you not have to pay for your date but he or she can't return your gift of fitness.

Last day to participate in free boot camp is Saturday, 02/19. Call or text Ben for details at (415) 246-5191.

The Super Bowl doesn't mean eating super bad foods

To football fans, Super Bowl is practically a holiday. Super Bowl is a chance for friends and family to come together, enjoy the game, enjoy each other, and...enjoy chili cheese fries? Ironically, a sporting event that showcases some of the most physically fit athletes in the world also signifies the second largest day of food consumption (right behind Thanksgiving).

 

The average calorie intake of a Super Bowl party goer is 1,200 calories (the equivalent of one day's caloric intake for the average woman). These calories most likely come from the 8 million pounds of guacamole eaten on Super Bowl Sunday or perhaps one of the 49 million cases of beer sold that same day.

 

Don't fret. Super Bowl doesn't necessarily mean super unhealthy foods. Here are some tips to stay eat healthy on Super Bowl Sunday:

 

• Avoid a false start with fattening foods. Eat healthy snacks before the celebration, or better yet, take healthy snacks with you to prevent overindulging.
• Hosting the party? Add healthy snacks to your menu instead of just the high fat foods. Go for the super bowl trophy by serving all healthy snacks.
• Include fresh fruits and vegetables, such as apple halves or carrot sticks. There should be a variety in season.
• Avoid the blind side; many dips and dressings contain far more calories than you think. Limit portions or serve fat-free or low-fat dips and dressings.
• Offer foods and beverages low in fat, calories, sugars, salt, and sodium.
• Serve foods and beverages that can be consumed by people with diabetes or on special diets. Water is always a great alternative to sugary and caffeinated drinks.

Remember: Super Bowl is a day to enjoy football, family and friends. The game and good company should take priority over the chili cheese fries, chips, and potato skins. If you do decide to indulge, remember to stick to small portions. Another Super Bowl statistic is that antacid sales for the year peak on the following Monday and that's definitely a statistic you don't want to be a part of.

 

Hey, I heard this guy eats pretty clean on Super Bowl Sunday

 

A picture means a thousand words...so how about we show you a whole lotta pictures

We think you are special so check out our specials!

January is coming to an end but that doesn't mean your New Year's resolution to get fit has to.

Interested in a gym membership but are intimidated by fees? Do you want to work out but can't stand the thought of a giant gym filled with loud heavy grunters and meatheads hogging all the free weights only to do three reps? Look no further because CalFit is the place for you.

Check out our current membership special:

• For one member, it's ONLY  $78 to start and $29 a month for one person
• For two members, its ONLY  $116 to start, $48 a month for two people. This price is so low you won't have to sneak your friends in! And yes, we do know when friends sneak in.

Best of all, this special includes one free personal training session.      

Speaking of which, we also have a personal training promotion going on. Are you already a member? Do you only walk on the treadmill but want to do more but just don't know how? Now is the time to give personal training a try. 

For only $200, you get 5 personal training sessions, which includes free access to bootcamps. If you are a refugee from Ballys, 24 Hour Fitness or LA Sports Club, you know this is a steal. In fact, we are checking our pockets right now because we think we are getting robbed. Also, don't think we are skimping on quality based on our low January prices. Our trainers are top notch (hey, they are Ballys defectors as well) and will make you want to come back for more.

          

Do you want to take your workouts to another level? Do you want to meet new people? Do you like working out in a small group environment? If so, good thing we are running a bootcamp special. These tough one hour sessions are designed to give you a premium workout of cardio, strength training and agility exercises. Best of all, you're working out with a small group of people which means that you have someone to sweat with. 

• $149 for unlimited access (3 days per week) with 6-month commitment 
• $199 for unlimited access (3 days per week) on month-to-month commitment
• $20 per bootcamp or purchase of a package of bootcamps

 

Look at those happy bootcampers. You could be one of them!


All specials end January 31, so call us now at 925-293-4097 or text 415-246-5191.

Membership and Fitness Inquiries

Interested in a gym membership, personal training or nutritional counseling? Call CalFit Martinez at 925-293-4097 or text 415-246-5191.

CalFit is located on 621 Alhambra Ave (cross street is Main) in the heart of Martinez, CA. CalFit offers 24 hour access to members, top of the line equipment and a friendly and fit atmosphere.