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How Food Affects Your Workouts
A study from the National Library of Medicine found, “…the integration of nutrition and PA [physical activity] has the potential to produce greater benefits when compared to strategies focusing solely
Why Fitness Challenges Work
Accountability & Expertise: Having a group of like-minded people who are focused on the same goal is a critical advantage to helping you kick start or level-up your healthy habits.

Join the 6-Week New Year Challenge!
Grab an accountability buddy for the JCC Los Gatos New Year Transformation Challenge. ENERGIZE your healthy habits ACCOUNTABILITY and GUIDANCE from knowledgeable (and fun) JCC Fitness staff. CONNECT with members from

JCC Women’s Steam Room Undergoes Remodeling
Thank you for your patience as we undergo the process of remodeling the Women’s Steam Room. We are excited to share that we are now ready to begin the construction process.

What are the Weightlifting ‘Big 3’?
The JCC Los Gatos weightlifting community welcomes all levels and abilities.

Meet Group Fitness Instructor, Cathi Kutlesa
I appreciate each and every person who takes my group fitness classes and I ALWAYS give my classes 100 percent.

JCC Los Gatos Hosts Its First Weightlifting Event!
The JCC Los Gatos is hosting its first ever ‘Big 3’ weightlifting event! LiftFest 2022 will take place on Sunday, December 11th! LiftFest is a weightlifting competition that is geared

Meet Group Fitness Instructor, Joe Sanders
When you get through a few classes, you start to build what I like to call Fitness Momentum. It’s kinda like dominos and both your fitness and motivation build on each previous workout.

Meet the Personal Trainer: Chris Hintz
Chris has been serving the South Bay community for over 16 years as a personal trainer, helping young athletes get ready for their sports seasons and reduce injury potential during the season.

Meet the Personal Trainer: Wendell Lee
Wendell says the thing that he loves most about being a personal trainer is inspiring others to chase their true potential while raising one’s confidence toward fitness.

Meet the Personal Trainer: Matt Sandor
A personal trainer will set the foundation and hold you accountable for the decisions you make can do wonders.

Meet the Personal Trainer: Shayne Smith
“There is something so rewarding about not only seeing your body change but also your mind and abilities.”

Meet the Personal Trainers: Bill Decker
Bill says his favorite part about being a personal trainer is encouraging people to think about what is possible for them, and how they may actually be able to change their lives and create a better, healthier person.

Meet Personal Trainer, Sharon Robinson
“We are all on our own journey. My goal as a personal trainer is to help you become the most amazing version of yourself.”

6 Fitness Programs to Incorporate into Your Workout Routine for Great Results
Whether you’re taking the first steps toward your fitness goal or you’re a workout fanatic hoping to enhance your results, a well-rounded fitness program is essential.

Meet the Personal Trainers: Melanie Kim
Working with a personal trainer at the start of your fitness journey is about the smartest thing you can do.

Meet the Personal Trainers: Justin Hall
Having a trainer means there’s always somebody in your corner.

Personal Training at the JCC
Personal trainers give you the tools and support you need to reach your health and fitness goals.

Need a Yoga Expert in Your Life? Meet Debora!
It brings Debora joy to help people achieve a healthy mind and body connection through compassion and fun at the JCC Los Gatos.

Need to Master the Art of Relaxation? Take a Yoga Class with Courtney!
Courtney’s philosophy is that the awareness developed in the practice can carry with you beyond the mat.