Whether you are new to working out or a veteran, finding a NEW health club and gym can be a bit overwhelming.

Tips for Finding the Right Gym For Me:

• Location, Location, Location
• Hours (Do the hours work with your schedule)
• Type of Member (Age, Gender, Fitness Level)
• Staff (Friendly, Knowledgable, Supportive)
• Cleanliness
• Equipment (Are you comfortable & familiar with the type of equipment)
• Classes (Group Fitness, Pilates, Yoga, Zumba)
• Fees (Does it fit your budget, Affordable)

Best Gyms & Health Clubs in San Diego:

• 24 Hour Fitness - 24 Hour Fitness is a leading health club industry pioneer, with 13 locations in the San Diego County, you guaranteed to find one in your neighborhood. Dedicated to helping members change their lives and reach their individual fitness goals with personal training services, innovative group exercise classes and a variety of strength, cardio and functional training equipment - 24 Hour Fitness offers fitness solutions for everyone. The clubs are affordable and accessible to people of all abilities and fitness levels.
• Bay Club - Tucked away in the suburban area of Carmel Valley, Bay Club is the ultimate family fitness sports resort. With eight outdoor tennis courts, three swimming pools, and a 15,000-square-foot Fitness Center that houses facilities from yoga and Pilates studios, to squash and basketball courts, Bay Club Carmel Valley is nothing short of a lifestyle resort. And there’s something for everyone in the family—from kids programs and lessons, to family BBQs, to networking mixers and cocktail socials.
• Broadway Athletic - Located in downtown San Diego, Broadway Athletic is perfect gym for the working professional refining the luxury fitness health club experience with a boutique feel. Offering yoga, personal training, group classes, spin classes, physical therapy, massage, rooftop pool & more.
• Chuze Fitness - Less Attitude, More Fitness! Chuze Fitness is your San Diego locals friendly neighborhood gym with 7 location in the county. Chuze Fitness offers value memberships staring at $9.99 a month, spotless facilities and a warm welcoming, friendly environment for all fitness levels.
• Fit Athletic - With 3 Locations in Downtown, Carmel Mountain and Solana Beach, Fit Athletic Club is a premier luxury fitness club. From the minute you become a member of Fit, you realize it’s much more than a gym. At Fit you are joining a fun, upscale lifestyle; an inviting home away from home, packed with state of the art fitness equipment, fueled by top notch personal trainers & fitness instructors, energizing social events, and relaxing spa-like amenities.
• LA Fitness - Offering 4 Locations in San Diego; 4S Ranch, Kearny Mesa, San Carlos & Sorrento Valley, LA Fitness's state of the art facilities and equipment are familiar, comfortable and dedicated to making your fitness experience an exceptional one.
• La Jolla Sporting Club - Located in the Village of La Jolla, La Jolla Sporting Club is a place where members can escape their fast paced lives and enter an environment dedicated to fitness. Offering strength training machines, group fitness, yoga, personal training and nutritional consultations, you will find a program that meets your needs and goals to keep your mind, body, and spirit in top performance.
• Point Loma Sports Club - Located at Liberty Station in the heart of Point Loma, Point Loma Sports Club is committed to fitness. The 23,000 sq. ft. facility houses all top cardio, strength training equipment, and classes. Also featuring a 6,000 sq. ft. functional training room with a basketball court, indoor turf, the PurMotion Crossfit Inspired System, TRX, kettle bells, BOSU, boxing and so much more to fit your fitness needs.

• The Sporting Club at Aventine - Located in the heart of UTC, The Sporting Club San Diego is the perfect balance of function and beauty. Offering a balance of state-of-the-art equipment, industry-leading personal trainers as well as cutting-edge group exercise classes, an indoor basketball court and an outdoor Jr. Olympic swimming Pool. Members also enjoy luxury amenities in the locker rooms, including Jacuzzis, Eucalyptus Steam Rooms and Dry Saunas, all the essentials for post-workout rejuvenation. Members can also relax at The Spa enjoying a massages, facials or body treatments. 
• Total Woman Gym & Day Spa - With 2 Locations in San Diego, Mission Valley and Encinitas, Total Woman Gym & Spa is the largest, full-service gym and day spa in California dedicated to helping women achieve their health, fitness and wellness goals.

Good Morning Sunshine! Whipped up a fast & easy healthy breakfast pancake delight even kids will enjoy! Mornings can be a hectic time of the day in many households leaving little time to enjoy a heart healthy breakfast on-the-go, let alone a sit down meal with loved ones. My alarm didn't go off, hit snooze too many times, got distracted, had to get the kids ready, running late to a meeting......ALL popular EXCUSES we use on a daily breakfast to justify eating an unhealthy high calorie breakfast or no breakfast at all. Plus, sometime eating healthy can can seem a bit plain & redundant. I challenge you to get creative with traditional healthy breakfast options & ingredients, you will be pleasantly surprise with what you can whip up that is not only healthy for you & your loved ones, but quick & easy to make even when your time is limited!


Enjoy this Banana Protein Pancake:

♥ Ingredients ♥ 
1 Ripe Banana
2 Eggs
1/3 Cup Oat Bran

♥ Directions ♥
*Mash 1/2 of the banana in a bowl, add eggs & oat bran, mix until mixture has a thick liquid consistency
*Spray small pan with Coconut Oil, add ALL mixture to pan, cook on medium heat for 3-5 mins, flip & cook for another 2 mins
*Slice remaining banana, add to top of pancake & ENJOY!

**This recipe will make one large pancake or 4-6 smaller "normal" sized pancakes. To increase serving size just double or triple the ingredients.

You work hard to maintain your health through proper nutrition and exercise from the inside out, you deserve to pamper yourself from the outside in. What you put in your body is just as important as what you put on your body. Using Body and Facial Care Products derived from all natural ingredients free of chemicals are the best gifts you can give your skin. Are you unsure on where to begin buying body and facial care products that are chemical free and not tested on animals? Whole Foods Market is your guide! Whole Foods Market only carries the finest facial, skin and body care products available because they believe the quality of the items and ingredients people apply to their bodies topically are as important as the foods and nutritional supplements they ingest. They sell the highest quality personal care products available at the most competitive prices possible while evaluating the quality in terms of ingredients, pleasurable experience, and efficacy. 

Start fresh and stock up on the beauty products you love or try something NEW at the 3 Day Facial Care Sale February 7th-9th at your local San Diego Whole Foods Market! ALL facial care products in the store are on sale ~ 25% off! A fabulous selection of facial skin products for any skin type and age: Cleansers, Eye Creams, Toners, Moisturizers, Scrubs, Masks and Serums are all on sale, however, Lip balms and Makeup are excluded from the sale. Happy Shopping!

Learn More about Whole Body Quality Standards & Premium Body Care Standards at Whole Foods Market.

Disclaimer: This is a sponsored post for Whole Foods Market.

Amp up the antioxidants.
Topical antioxidants supplement sunscreen and provide additional protection against skin damage. Look for products with vitamin C and powerful botanical ingredients such as pomegranate, acai and grape seed.

Outsmart the enemy.
When it comes to the signs of premature aging, the sun’s rays are the main culprits. Protect yourself with mineral-based sunscreen with a minimum of 15 SPF for daily use and a higher SPF when you plan to be in the sun.

Exercise moderation.
Exfoliation is like exercise for the skin. For best results, avoid highly abrasive physical exfoliants and look for ingredients such as fruit enzymes, alpha hydroxy acid or lactic acid.

Be diligent.
You may be tempted to skip your cleansing routine when you’re feeling sleepy, but night time is the most important time to wash away makeup and environmental pollutants.

Mix it up.
You feed your body a variety of different foods; nourish your skin the same way! In the evening, consider alternating vitamin A serum with a hydrating serum or a nutrient-rich peptide cream.

Treat yourself.
A facial is more than just a luxury—it exfoliates deeply, removes impurities and stimulates a healthy glow. Can’t make it to the spa? Create your own Raw Honey Face Mask. (link to recipe) Or ask a team member to help you select the best at-home mask for your skin type.