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We are always told to Be Present or All You Have is this Moment and it can be easier said than done. Being present minded is key to staying happy, fighting anxiety, cutting down on worrying, and keeping grounded and connected to yourself. To practice being present:... When thinking about the past, focus on specific reasons Think about the future in a healthy and low anxiety way These methods will get easier with practice #lifefit #lifefitcenter #lifefitcenteratthebeach #mindfulmonday #bepresent

People who exercise regularly tend to do so because it gives them an enormous sense of well-being. They feel more energetic throughout the day, sleep better at night, have sharper memories, and feel more relaxed and positive about themselves and their lives. And it’s also a powerful medicine for many common mental health challenges. Research has found that exercise can: Relieve depression symptoms Relieve tension and stress... Reduce ADHD symptoms Help you feel unstuck The great thing about exercise, is that you don’t need to be a pro athlete or spend a lot of time doing exercise in order to get these mental health benefits. With moderate and consistent exercise you’ll see a difference! A little bit of activity throughout the week is better than nothing. #lifefit #lifefitcenter #lifefitcenteratthebeach #fitnessfriday #exerciseandmentalhealth #exercise #mentalhealth

Today we are thankful for our hard-earned muscles! Here are a couple things our muscle does that we are thankful for: Muscle helpincreases metabolic rate. Themusclecells in your body use energy, while the fat cells store energy.... Musclefortifies the bones, ligaments and tendons. Musclemakes everyday activities easier. Decreases disease risks. Muscle protects your organs. Shout out to our muscles and the journeys we all have to get them! lifefit #lilfefitcenter #lifefitcenteratthebeach#gratitude #thankfulthursday #muscles #thanks

Protein is necessary for muscle repair and growth. One way to receive those supplements, is through protein shakes. Here are a couple of frequently asked questions about protein shakes. Why are protein shakes recommended? They are a form of receiving and spacing the protein you need throughout the day to support muscle recovery and growth. ... Does it matter if it is before or after a workout? Although recommended to drink protein shakes within your anabolic window, before or after depends on your preference! Does it matter when the protein shake is consumed? The total amount of protein you consume each day is way more important for muscle growth than the timing of when you eat it. What kids on protein options are there? There is one for every life style and here are some of the most known: Whey Casein Egg Soy Rice and Bean Protein plays a huge rile in repairing and rebuilding our muscles after exercise. #lifefit #lilfefitcenter #lifefitcenteratthebeach #healthytips #tastytuesday#behealthy #protein #proteinshakes #musclegrowth #musclerepair

We constantly show gratitude in multiple ways throughout the day. We say thank you and show it through actions. Writing a gratitude letter can be a very meaningful and personal way to show gratitude to anyone Writing a gratitude letter shows what is positive in your life and helps you notice it more and more around you. Who will you write a gratitude letter to?... #lifefit #lifefitcenter #lifefitcenteratthebeach #mindfulmonday #gratitudeletter #gratitude

Hello Lifefit community! Increase you knowledge by joining us this upcoming month with our March Wellness Workshops! Make sure to RSPV in order to get the zoom links! #lifefitcenteratthebeach #lifefitcenter #lifefit #workshop #wellness #april

Happy Tasty Tuesday LifeFit Family! Creating a snack that fits your taste and health goals has never been easier! Do you know how to build a salad? Here’s how to create a delicious and nutritious meal that requires four major components including:... base body garnish dressing Try creating a salad at home made just for you! #lifefit #lilfefitcenter #lifefitcenteratthebeach #healthytips #tastytuesday #yummyinmytummy #stayfit

Soulful Saturday is here! Today’s quote is by Dr. Seuss whom continues to inspire for generations! Never forget that every mountain is different, but we each possess the tools to make it to the top! Never stop climbing! ... #lifefit #lilfefitcenter #lifefitcenteratthebeach #healthytips #stayfit #soulfulsaturday #drseuss

Mindful breathing is a powerful practice of mindfulness. This is done by focusing on your breathing, feeling each inhale and exhale. Although your mind might wander while you’re attempting this practice, it still provides the time to focus away from any negative emotions. ... #lifefit #lifefitcenter #lifefitcenteratthebeach #mindfulmonday #focusonyourbreathing #breathing

Working out at home does not have to break the bank There are many household items that can be used during workouts Here are a few! using a chair for dips or adding an incline/decline to pushups ... filling grocery bags, backpacks, or water jugs to use as weights going up and down the stairs for a cardio workout #lifefit #lifefitcenter #lifefitcenteratthebeach #fitnessfriday #workoutathome #householditems

Cardiovascular workouts, also known as cardio, raise your heart and breathing rate The American College of Sports Medicine recommends that cardio exercise is done three to five days a week for most people. At home cardio workouts include:... Jumping jacks Burpee Mountain climbers Jump rope #lifefit #lifefitcenter #lifefitcenteratthebeach #fitnessfriday #cardio

Taking a meditation break can bring many benefits! Some of the benefits can include gaining perspective on a stressful situation, increasing self-awareness, and reducing negative emotions. Your meditation break can be as short as 1 minute or as long as 30 minutes. The goal of meditation should be concentration and should be a pleasant and enjoyable experience. #lifefit #lifefitcenter # lifefitcenteratthebeach #mindfulmonday #meditation

Hello LifeFit Community! We talk a lot about being mindful about our actions and movements. This mindfulness can also be applied to our eating habits. Thinking about what you’re eating and putting yourself in the moment can help with digestion, overeating habits, and our overall enjoyment of our food. #lifefit #lifefitcenter #lifefitcenteratthebeach #mindfuleating

Soulful Saturday is here! Today’s quote is by an unknown source, but it carries truth and wisdom. Although the year 2020 was difficult for most, it provided many with the opportunity to reflect and power through. ... 2021 is what you make of it, the possibilities are endless #lifefit #lilfefitcenter #lifefitcenteratthebeach #healthytips #stayfit #soulfulsaturday #2021isyouryear

Happy holidays to all As we go into the holiday season, we can begin to reflect on what healthy behaviors we can add into our holiday routine. One small thing we can do is incorporate physical activity into your holiday festivities, whether that means going on a walk, run, or dancing.... We hope you try this holiday tip with us! #lifefit #lifefitcenter #lifefitcenteratthebeach #healthyholidays #healthtips #stayfit

Thankful Thursday is back! Giving ourselves a break every now and then in a great, and it’s even better when looking at animals! Today we reflect upon how thankful we are to have our pets and the love they share! ... If you have a pet make sure you take a cuddle break! #lifefit #lilfefitcenter #lifefitcenteratthebeach #healthtips #stayfit #thankfulthursday #pets #furryfriends

Congratulations to our 5 rockstar lifefit members who completed the 30 day plank challenge. These members accumulated 90 minutes of planking in 30 days! . . . #lifefit3for30 #lifefit #lifefitcenter #lifefitcenteratthebeach #plankchallenge #plankworkout #planktime

Happy Thursday LifeFit Family! Don’t forget to be kind! Acts of kindness bring us together and show one another that we care! It’s as simple as lending a helping hand, so pay it forward ... With a little kindness, we can rise together #lifefit #lilfefitcenter #lifefitcenteratthebeach #healthtips #stayfit #thankfulthursday #kindnessmatters #bekind

We constantly find ourselves thinking of several things at a time, which can turn into multi-tasking. For the most part, that usually doesn’t end with us finishing everything we planned to do. When you focus on ONE thing at a time, you give 100% of your attention Benefits of focusing one thing include:... lowering stress levels getting more done increasing creativity #lifefit #lifefitcenter #lifefitcenteratthebeach #wellbeingwednesday #onething #focus

Join LifeFit Director, Dr. Ayla Donlin, EdD to develop your wellness framework and envision your most well self into 2021! We will explore four realms of wellness: physical, mental/emotional, social, and spiritual, and we will outline our priorities within each. We will set wellness goals for 2021 and outline a road map to achieve them.... Date: Tuesday, February 9th Time: 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Zoom ID: 870 1496 1718 #lifefit #lifefitcenter #lifefitcenteratthebeach #wellbeingwednesday #wellnessframework #fourrealms

The LifeFit Center may still be closed, but there are still ways we can workout at home! By doing some form of exercise, you get time to relax and focus on yourself. Your workout can be as simple as taking a 10 minute walk, or as complex as doing a workout that hits all muscle groups! You can workout on your own, with someone in your home, or sign up for our Virtual Group Fitness classes! ... #lifefit #lifefitcenter #lifefitcenteratthebeach #fitnessfriday #workout #workoutathome #exercise

#Repost @csulbchhs Are you feeling stressed about COVID-19 and the end of the academic year? We are here to support you. Join us on THURSDAY, December 3rd at 6pm for a virtual town hall. Learn simple strategies to boost your well-being, research about the airborne transmission of COVID-19, and @csulbbeachbuddy - a new way to connect with other students for emotional support and mental health resources. All @csulongbeach students, faculty, and staff are invited and encouraged to participate. RSVP on the CHHS BeachSync for zoom details in bio

Hey LifeFit family it’s Tasty Tuesday! Food labels can be tricky but here at a couple of items to keep an eye out for: 1.Serving sizes per container ... 2.Calories per serving size 3.Nutrients 4.% Daily Value These are super important when you’re food shopping so make sure read carefully! #lifefit #lilfefitcenter #lifefitcenteratthebeach #healthytips #tastytuesday #foodlabels

Happy Thursday everyone! Just a reminder that every day is a great day to reflect upon the blessing we have in life, and show appreciation! Acknowledging the good we already have in life is a step to positivity and love. We are allowed to reflect on our past, and bring peace for what we do have. This can help us create new possibilities for our futures and grow!... Don’t forget to write your list of three things or people you are grateful for this year! #lifefit #lilfefitcenter #lifefitcenteratthebeach #healthytips #stayfit #thankfulthursday #gratitudepractice

For many of us a NEW YEAR means new goals and resolutions Here are some tips to help set some SMART goals #lifefit #lifefitcenter #lifefitcenteratthebeach #wellbeingwednesday #SMARTgoals #goalsetting

Happy Tasty Tuesday LifeFit Family! Today’s topic is Snacking! Snacking is eating smaller-than-a-meal portions throughout the day, whether its in between meals or in replacement of meals We all snack every now and then, but why do we snack? Sometimes it is genuine hunger, and other times boredom We hope you try these 5 tips to healthier snacking ... #lifefit #lilfefitcenter #lifefitcenteratthebeach #healthytips #tastytuesday #yummyinmytummy #stayfit

The CSULB mHealth and Exercise study is open for recruitment! Join our study to participate in an 8-week online exercise program offered by CSULB Physical Therapy, Kinesiology and the LifeFit Center. You can participate if: * You're over the age of 18... * You exercise < 60 minutes per week * You don't have a history of heart attack, stroke, Type 1 diabetes, alcohol or drug abuse Compensation is provided. Click the link in the bio for more info or learn more at https://www.csulbmhealthstudy.com Approved from 10/25/2020 - 2/21/2021 by the CSULB IRB.#1542178-4 #csulb #lbsu #csulbresearch #onlineexercise #clinicalresearch #exerciseresearch #csulbphysicaltherapy #csulbkinesiology #lifefitcenteratthebeach

The key to being happy is knowing you have the power to choose what to accept and what to let go. -Dodinsky Dates: ... Monday, November 16th Wednesday, December 16th Days & Times: Mondays & Wednesdays @ 11 am 12 pm via Zoom 20-minutes of lecture/discussion and 30-minutes of exercise. Price: $50/person Space is limited to the first 10 members who register. If you are interested in registering for the 5-Week Well-Being Boost program, please e-mail Ayla at: [email protected]. . . . #lifefit #lifefitcenter #lifefitcenteratthebeach #wellbeing #happiness See more

Dates: Monday, November 16th Wednesday, December 16th Days & Times: Mondays & Wednesdays @ 11 am 12 pm via Zoom 20-minutes of lecture/discussion and 30-minutes of exercise. Price: $50/person Space is limited to the first 10 members who register.... If you are interested in registering for the 5-Week Well-Being Boost program, please e-mail Ayla at: [email protected]. . . . #lifefit #lifefitcenter #lifefitcenteratthebeach #wellbeing #happiness #reasearchbasedmethods #circuitworkout See more

Do you need more happiness in your life? Learn how to boost your well-being in 5-weeks with our new small group program! Stay tuned for more information. #lifefit #lifefitcenter #lifefitcenteratthebeach #wellbeing #happiness

Are you interested in improving your nutrition? Want to learn new recipes? Join this workshop to learn more! Contact LifeFit Director, Dr. Ayla Donlin - [email protected] with any questions. . . . #lifefit #lifefitcenter #lifefitcenteratthebeach #wellbalancedplate #recipes

LifeFit 30 Day Plank Challenge! Monday, October 19th - Tuesday, November 17th! Must be a LifeFit Virtual Program Member to participate. E-mail: [email protected] with any questions. . . .... #lifefit3for30 #lifefit #lifefitcenter #lifefitcenteratthebeach #plankchallenge #plankworkout #planktime See more

Looking for a great full body workout? Join Cayetano for Building Strength - Thursdays at 10 AM. Part of LifeFit Virtual Programming! ... For more information on LifeFit Virtual Programming, please visit our website. Link in bio. #lifefit #lifefitcenter #lifefitcenteratthebeach

Mark your calendars! LifeFit Team Members, Alec and Alyssa, will be presenting a Virtual Wellness Workshop on Friday, September 25th from 12-1 pm. The workshop will provide a deep dive into balance and the systems that create it. Please RSVP with Ayla Donlin at [email protected].... . . . . . . . #lifefit #lifefitcenter #lifefitcenteratthebeach #wellnessworkshop #virtualwellnessworkshop #balance #balancesystems See more

Posture. What is it? Why is it important and how can we work on improving it? Join Evelyn on Friday, September 18th at 1 pm via Zoom (link will be provided). RSVP to: [email protected] . . . . . . . #posture #workshop #lifefit

We answered your frequently asked questions about LifeFit Virtual Programming! Swipe right to find out more. ... #lifefit #lifefitcenter #lifefitcenteratthebeach

Happy Birthday to LifeFit fitness pro @valeriemoncada97 !!! Do you love music and dancing? Come join us on Fridays @ 10am-11am for Cardio Blast with Valerie! For more information on LifeFit Virtual Programming, please visit our website. Link in bio. ... ... #lifefit #lifefitcenter #lifefitcenteratthebeach See more

Now that LifeFit Virtual Programming is live, we want to help you prepare your exercise environment for a good workout. Following these suggested tips may help your workout be more enjoyable, and most importantly, help you exercise safely! Swipe right to find out more. ... #lifefit #lifefitcenter #lifefitcenteratthebeach