Free Smoothie Workshop and Tasting (Plus Cardio Dance Class!)

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Free Smoothie Workshop and Tasting (Plus Cardio Dance Class!)

Join me and my pals at the San Francisco Jewish Community Center for a free event on Saturday, April 6th from 9-10a. I’ll be leading an interactive workshop and explaining how to make the perfect smoothie including my top smoothie dos and don’ts. You’ll get my best recipes and I’ll demo live exactly what to do to get the most nutritious and delicious results. You will also get to taste my Super Green Protein Smoothie and learn how to make it at home. This special event is free to the entire community but space is limited. Register here to reserve your spot!

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9 Strategies for “Cleaning Up” Your Nutrition

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9 Strategies for “Cleaning Up” Your Nutrition

One of the many super fun parts of my job is getting asked by corporations and nonprofits to come in and give workshops on various wellness topics. This week I had a blast visiting my pals at the JCCSF to lead a discussion on my best nutritional strategies based on 10 years of 1/1 nutrition coaching. This is one of my all time favorite workshops where I review 3 beginner, 3 intermediate and 3 advanced nutritional strategies for body composition/weight management and optimal health. If you're curious about what my top 9 are here is a PDF of the deck.  

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Meal Prep Hack from Allison Tibbs: Mason Jar Salads

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Meal Prep Hack from Allison Tibbs: Mason Jar Salads

I'm obsessed with this simple yet genius meal prep hack from the incomparable Queen of Clean Eating Allison Tibbs. Using mason jars you can pick up on Amazon or any kitchen supply store you can prep delicious salads and grain bowls that will last for several days without getting your veggies soggy using Allison's layering technique. Seriously, letting these suckers "marinade" in your favorite dressing and ingredients makes these salads tastier AND healthier than any quick serve salad joint and are easy to throw together.  

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5 Lifestyle Tweaks That Will Dramatically Improve Your Wellbeing

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5 Lifestyle Tweaks That Will Dramatically Improve Your Wellbeing

Thanks to Dr. Seeds and the folks at Authority Magazine for featuring my story about how I transitioned from a corporate consultant to a fitness professional and my advice for lifestyle tweaks that can positively change your wellness. Spoiler alert, this includes a shout out to my mentor Marcia Robles and a declaration of love to Madonna. Read the full interview.

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Five Simple Stretches Every Desk Worker Should Do

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Five Simple Stretches Every Desk Worker Should Do

For this post I’ve enlisted the help of one of San Francisco’s most talented and credentialed chiropractors, soft tissue specialists and athletes—Dr. Nick Cruze. Chronic sitting, typing on devices and stress leads to shoulder, back and hip pain (not to mention unwanted body fat and other health issues). While I recognize it’s not always possible to abandon the office or laptop to hit a yoga class or to go for a walk, it IS possible to spend a minute or two several times a day to stretch and give those tight, shortened muscles some relief before they turn into serious issues. In this video Dr. Cruze shares five stretches he most often recommends to desk-bound patients to safely provide relief. 

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New Workshop: Meditation 101 and "Office Yoga"

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New Workshop: Meditation 101 and "Office Yoga"

There are thousands of studies that have shown mindfulness meditation can positively impact mental and physical health. Whether it's by reducing stress, improving sleep, increasing focus or improving relationships, research shows mindfulness works. That’s why I created this hands-on corporate wellness workshop were you’ll learn the science of meditation along with some simple tips for achieving success in your meditation practice. You’ll also have the opportunity to participate in a guided meditation as a group and enjoy some awesome "office yoga" led by my friend and yoga expert Ross McIntire. This workshop can be delivered in any office, conference room or even virtually. Download a copy of the presentation here. Message me for details.

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Form Fundamentals: Ever wondered if you're doing exercises correctly?

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Form Fundamentals: Ever wondered if you're doing exercises correctly?

I’ve created a new corporate wellness workshop that can be delivered in any office, conference room or kitchen. In this hands-on presentation I’ll review important strength training principles, types of training and movements for a balanced program. And we’ll demo and practice key movements including the squat, hip hinge, lunge, push up, row and plank. Whether you've been hitting the gym for years or just starting out this is a great opportunity to make sure you're moving safely and efficiently toward your goals. Download a copy of the presentation here. Message me to book a workshop at your office. More about my corporate wellness offerings here.

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Podcast: Pivoting When Work Gets Out of Whack

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Podcast: Pivoting When Work Gets Out of Whack

As a corporate and private personal trainer, massage therapist with my own studio, group fitness instructor, nutrition coach, corporate wellness consultant, blogger, writer and occasional model (::hair flip::) I have a lot of demands for my time and attention. I love what I do and it’s easy to let my work life and business take over and eat up all my spare time leaving little to none for the other parts of me. Several times over the years while building my little JJFit Empire I’ve found myself overwhelmed and off balance and had to reset and reprioritize my projects. In this episode of PM for SB Podcast I share my experience, strategies and tools for pivoting when things get out of whack.

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Ouch! Too Much Sitting Leads to Muscle Pain. What to Do? (Law.com)

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Ouch! Too Much Sitting Leads to Muscle Pain. What to Do? (Law.com)

Many of my clients suffer from occasional muscle spasms in the back, hips, legs and shoulders due to what I call “desk life.”Mobility, strength and core training can help guard against these problems, but sometimes it’s necessary to go a step further to help treat and prevent flare-ups, whether they’re caused by too much sitting or by an injury. Common ways to deal with muscle spasms include visiting a chiropractor, physical therapist or massage therapist. But there are some less common ways. Check out my latest Law.com column for four treatments that many of my clients have used to reduce pain and get back on their feet again.

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The 10-Minute Workout a Busy Lawyer Can Do (Almost) Anywhere

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The 10-Minute Workout a Busy Lawyer Can Do (Almost) Anywhere

Traveling and working long hours put a lot of stress on the body, so it's important to carve out even just a few minutes to move and breath. Check out my latest Law.com column for a video of my favorite 10-minute workout perfect for at home, in a hotel or at your gym.

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Busy Schedule? Just Add Water (and Veggies and Protein)

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Busy Schedule? Just Add Water (and Veggies and Protein)

Most of us don’t realize how poor our diets really are. And the hard truth is that even if you are finding time to exercise, you can’t exercise away a poor diet. Check out these clean eating tips from my latest Law.com Fit Counselor column. 

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Book JJ for a Smoothie Making & Tasting Workshop at Your Office

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Book JJ for a Smoothie Making & Tasting Workshop at Your Office

I do a lot of corporate presentations, workshops and consulting. I love helping companies like Nixon Peabody, BPM and Union Bank improve employee wellness, productivity and culture through various health initiatives. My favorite these days is my Smoothie Making & Tasting Workshop. I give attendees three smoothie recipes and in a hands-on demo we make them and everyone gets to taste and pick their favorites. We talk about how to make the perfect smoothie to maximize nutrition and dispel common myths about popular ingredients. I bring everything. All I need is a blender set up in the kitchen or conference room. Folks love it. But don't take my word for it. Email me at JJ@JJ-Fit.com to book a wellness workshop at your office. 

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