March 21, 2020

JJ Launches Virtual Training for Existing and New Clients

March 21, 2020/ Jonathan Jordan

With the new reality of sheltering in place for the foreseeable future many of my clients have inquired about virtual training. I’ve long offered FaceTime training to my clients to help keep them fit and sane while they travel or when they move outside the Bay Area. My clients Tom, Erica and Raquel (and their pups!) can attest that whether they are working out with me from their homes or from a hotel room we can still get a good workout in using whatever equipment and tools we have on hand. So I’m officially offering this service to all my existing and new clients. Keep reading to learn how it works.

March 19, 2020

Dr. Ashton Perroni, ND Explains How Naturopathic Medicine Can Strengthen Your Immune System

March 19, 2020/ Jonathan Jordan

Now more than ever it’s critical that we practice preventative care to boost our immune systems, manage stress and tend to our body’s needs. I’ve been curious for a long time about Naturopathic Medicine and how/if it integrates with traditional Western Medicine. Can Naturopathic modalities help reduce our chances of contracting COVID-19 or minimize its impact if we do contract it? I interviewed Dr. Ashton Perroni, ND to help shed some light on these questions and more.

March 16, 2020

The Best JJFit Workouts You Can Do Anywhere

March 16, 2020/ Jonathan Jordan

Since my students and clients are staying home and not able to come see me for training and group fitness at Equinox and Bay Club for the foreseeable future they are hungry to get safe and effective workouts. So I've compiled some of my own personal "do anywhere" workouts that require minimal equipment. It's time to get creative, folks! These "water jug workouts" are my favorite and are actually really challenging!

March 15, 2020

Workout with Me Anytime for Free with ClassPass Go

March 15, 2020/ Jonathan Jordan

A lot of my students and clients have asked me how they can keep up their fitness while staying home. Here is one of my all time favorites. You can workout with me and some of my favorite trainer friends for FREE via the ClassPass Go app. These are audio workouts with visual references and music built in. There are yoga, running, strength, stretching, cardio and meditation classes for every level. Here are my picks from my library. Stay safe, stay fit! Just download the app in the App Store here.

March 13, 2020

The 10-Minute Total Body Workout You Can Do Anywhere

March 13, 2020/ Jonathan Jordan

A lot of folks are staying home and practicing social distancing during this scary time. I've been getting a lot of questions from JJFit.com readers who want to workout at home but have limited equipment. In this blog post I show you 10 total body exercises you can do at home using this hip band and a basic resistance band. If you can't make it to the gym hopefully these will keep you fit and sane for the time being.

March 12, 2020

Top 10 Sites for the Best Men's Tank Tops

March 12, 2020/ Jonathan Jordan

This one’s for the boys. A client and I were chatting last week that there’s nothing worse than a tank top made of crappy material that doesn’t wick well during a workout. And what’s more annoying than that is a tank top that is ill-fitted, poor quality and the sin of all sins, ugly and boring. So I put together a list of the 10 best sites for the ever illusive functional, fashionable and comfortable tank top perfect for working out or just hanging out. Because #sleevesarebullshit.

March 01, 2020

Is Sestrin Really the Key to the Fabled 'Exercise Pill'?

March 01, 2020/ Jonathan Jordan

In early January, as hordes of people were reminding themselves that working out sucks, a team of researchers from the University of Michigan released a study proposing what could someday become a miraculous pill that mimics the effects of exercise. Naturally, much of the media heard “exercise pill” and ran freaking wild, suggesting that this product could erase the need to workout altogether, gyms be damned. Is that really the takeaway here, though? In short: Eh. My pal Ian interviewed me and other fitness experts in this MEL Magazine story where we dig into this latest hype.

February 24, 2020

4 Differences in How Cardio and Strength Affect Your Health

February 24, 2020/ Jonathan Jordan

The fitness world loves the debate: cardio or strength training? Which workout is best, and which can you cut from your exercise routine? The reality is cardio and strength don't need to be mutually exclusive – nor should they be. Both forms of exercise offer unique benefits and work well together. I was honored to be quoted in this discussion in this U.S. News & World Report article.

February 22, 2020

Thai Coconut Basmati Rice with Mango and Seared Scallops

February 22, 2020/ Jonathan Jordan

I’ve been in a bit of a meal prep rut lately. I rely on my go-to recipes for breakfast and lunch (smoothies, protein muffins, curry chicken salad—all the usual suspects) and Freshly for dinner. And they’re still awesome! But this week I had a craving for something different. Thankfully my meal prep guru partner Peter stumbled across this super tasty and easy recipe on EatingWell.com for Thai Coconut Basmati Rice with Mango Seared Scallops.

February 08, 2020

Interview: How Taut Does Your Butt Need to Be to Bounce a Quarter Off It?

February 08, 2020/ Jonathan Jordan

My pal Ian at MEL Magazine came to me with an interesting question. How taut does your butt need to be to bounce a quarter off it? While I had to defer to Alex Klotz, a professor in the department of physics and astronomy at California State University, Long Beach, with the technicals of the "Coefficient of Butt Restitution", as a booty-building specialist I lent my tips for "firming up dat ass" you may find helpful.

January 25, 2020

5 Lifestyle Tweaks That Will Dramatically Improve Your Wellbeing

January 25, 2020/ Jonathan Jordan

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.

January 11, 2020

Ranking Exercises by How Useful — or Dangerous — They Are

January 11, 2020/ Jonathan Jordan

Over the past 20 years, almost one million Americans were treated in emergency rooms for injuries related to weight training. I was asked by my friends at MEL Magazine "which exercises will get me ripped, and which will literally rip my body apart?" Nowadays just about anybody can toss on a microphone and lead a group fitness class. And Instagram is crawling with “trainers” telling folks what they should be doing in the gym. It can be hard to tell what’s based on facts and science and what’s bunk. So here's a ranking and explanation of an assortment of exercises by how beneficial they are — from muscle-building to (literally) back-breaking.

January 10, 2020

New 6-Week RunFit Boot Camp Starting in February

January 10, 2020/ Jonathan Jordan

Want to amp up your cardio and endurance fitness in 2020? Join me in my new 6-week RunFit Boot Camp! Classes will consist of a mix of speed work, hills, tempo and endurance running both indoor and outdoor, as well as strength circuits designed to improve your mobility and strengthen your core, back and glutes. Perfect for all levels and experience, this scalable 18-class program is open to Bay Club members as well as non-members.

January 03, 2020

Five Simple Stretches Every Desk Worker Should Do

January 03, 2020/ Jonathan Jordan

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.

December 22, 2019

Follow JJ on Spotify for 100+ Workout Playlists

December 22, 2019/ Jonathan Jordan

Part of my job as a group fitness instructor is to curate motivating playlists for my students. A good song can make all the difference between “f-ck it” and “f-ck yeah”. Over the years I’ve created and archived over 100 playlists from my Equinox Body Challenge, Pure Strength, Metcon and Ropes and Rowers classes. So if you’re looking for some inspiration for your next cardio or lifting session I’ve got over 80 hours of killer music for you. Check me out on Spotify.

December 21, 2019

Consider Offset Training for Core, Stability and Athleticism

December 21, 2019/ Jonathan Jordan

“Offset training” when you perform a complex exercise carrying weight on just one side of your body can be a great way to challenge your core, build stability and improve athleticism. Bracing your core, locking in your shoulders and maintain tension are key for successfully performing any offset exercise. In this post I share three videos of my favorite offset exercises which, depending on your goals and baseline fitness, are perfect as a primary exercise, warm up or finisher.

December 05, 2019

SF’s Dynamic Duo: Chiropractors and So Much More!

December 05, 2019/ Jonathan Jordan

I get asked all the time by clients, gym members and colleagues who I trust for care when I’m in pain or injured. Dr. Brad Bailey and Dr. Nick Cruze at SF Premier Chiropractic are hands-down my go-to guys for keeping my body in great working order. They have successfully helped dozens of my clients recover from injuries, reduce pain and improve posture. Literally every person I have sent them has improved and raves about the quality of care. They are the real deal and I’m so proud to have them as JJFit partners. And I’m grateful that Dr. Cruze took a few minutes to be interviewed here for those curious about their practice.

November 23, 2019

Men's and Women's JJFit.com Nike Jackets Now Available!

November 23, 2019/ COUPAR

Are you JJFit.com strong? Show you are part of the JJFit.com family with a custom embroidered JJFit.com/Nike Epic Dri-FIT warm up. These lightweight knit zip ups have side pockets and elastic at the cuff and hem and are great for casual wear or keep warm post workout. Availability is limited. $60 per jacket and price includes US shipping. Order yours today!

November 09, 2019

Should I Shower and Apply Deodorant Before Going to the Gym?

November 09, 2019/ Jonathan Jordan

Etiquette aside, some evidence suggests that a hot shower before exercising can increase your body temperature, encouraging blood flow and loosening any tense muscles, which should theoretically result in an easier workout. Unfortunately, though, since your body temperature will be higher to begin with, the chances of you burning out earlier in your workout are also higher. On the flip side, studies indicate that taking a quick cold shower, particularly before some cardio, can help the body withstand prolonged exercise at higher intensity levels, since the cold temperature lowers your heart rate, leaving both your muscles and heart with more room to keep on pumping during a workout before they inevitably overheat. For more on this “heated” topic, checkout my interview on the DSC Blog.

October 26, 2019

Healthy Halloween Treats to Scratch That Sugar Itch

October 26, 2019/ Jonathan Jordan

We're constantly surrounded by sugary treats and temptations. And not just around Halloween! These days hidden sugar is lurking everywhere in the products we buy. In my post last week I shared the facts about sugar in our diet, how much is ok to eat and whether popular sugar substitutes are actually healthy. Just in time for Halloween here are a few of my favorite “healthier” treats. So if you need a sweet treat fix try this microwave chocolate mug cake (only 100 calories!) or this pumpkin mug cake. And these homemade peanut butter cups are fantastic (because remember, healthy fat can be good for you!). And finally, spruce up your fruit with these spooky ghost fruit kabobs.

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