Gold's Gym SoCal Blog

We’re going green this month, and it’s not because of St. Patrick’s Day. Ok, maybe a little bit, but before you grab that green outfit and pint glass, reach for those green veggies between workouts because they can do it all. Too often we associate stacking a diet with vegetables with losing weight, but they’re actually loaded with valuable micronutrients, fiber, minerals, amino acids, nitrates, complex carbohydrates, and phytonutrients crucial to making those strength gains.

You can have them for breakfast. You can have them for lunch. You can have them for dinner. So, it’s no wonder there’s a National Sandwich Month because who wouldn’t want to celebrate that kind of versatility? Sandwiches make a quick, easy, and nutritious meal any time of day, which makes them perfect pre or post-workout fuel. Our ode to the low-key, but mighty sandwich includes tips for healthy and delicious sandwiches and a few unique recipe ideas to up your sandwich game.

As we head into cold and flu season and continue to wage war against COVID-19, we’re all looking for additional ways to keep ourselves (and our kids) healthy. Simple habits like washing our hands, not touching our faces, and sneezing into our elbows can help prevent the spread of germs, but what about building your body’s natural defenses? Is there anything you can do to help your body fight off illness? You bet!

Spring is known for its crisp, light, and refreshing fruits and vegetables. It's one of the best seasons for healthy and organic foods, many of which are grown locally in California. So, let’s skip the chips and pick up a springtime fruit or veggie that’ll help you glow from the inside out.