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Recipes

Harvest of the Month – October 2022

October 15, 2022

PUMPKIN ROASTED PUMPKIN SOUP Similar in flavor to a butternut squash soup, this roasted pumpkin soup is creamy, delicious and […]

Recipes

Harvest of the Month – August 2022

August 4, 2022

ROASTED HEIRLOOM TOMATO BABA GHANOUSH featuring our sometimes forgotten eggplant Eggplants and heirloom tomatoes in the summer are just begging […]

Recipes

Harvest of the Month – Bok Choy

May 12, 2022

Chrisp & Fresh BABY BOK CHOY Bok choy is an excellent source of vitamin C, vitamin K, vitamin A, and […]

Podcasts

Episode #15 – A conversation with Sean Lake, founder of Bubs Naturals

February 14, 2022

A conversation with Sean Lake, founder of Bubs Naturals.  Check out this great story on how a national tragedy led […]

Fitness Videos / Playlists

Arm Farm

May 6, 2021
Fitness Videos / Playlists

Leg Day Video

May 4, 2021
Fitness Videos / Playlists

Yoga with Emilia

May 2, 2021
Fitness Videos / Playlists

Hip Stretch

May 1, 2021
Fitness Videos / Playlists

Andy’s Workout

May 1, 2021
Fitness Videos / Playlists

Body Scan Guided Meditation

January 27, 2021

5-minute body scan.  Join us for a guided meditation where we check-in with our body from head to toe.  

Podcasts

Episode #13 – Life as a resident physician

November 11, 2020

Life as a resident physician. A conversation with Alex Eller, MD – Family Medicine, North San Diego County     […]

Podcasts

Episode #14 – COVID-19 The 4th Wave

November 3, 2020

COVID-19 The 4th Wave A conversation with Ashley Zucker MD, Chief of Psychiatry for the San Bernardino County Area of […]

Podcasts

Episode #12 – Theragun

July 10, 2020

Theragun A conversation with Dr. Jason Wersland, CEO of Therabody and creator of the Theragun percussive therapy device.  Percussive therapy […]

Podcasts

Episode #11 – Thoughts in isolation

April 23, 2020

Thoughts in isolation… This is a short one, but if you are new to working at home then take a […]

COVID-19 Support

Remote Worker Wellbeing Drop-In Calls

April 14, 2020

We are here to help you take care of you Right now, it’s especially important to care for the whole […]

COVID-19 Support

What Your Coworkers Need Right Now Is Compassion

April 10, 2020

I don’t know about you, but I’m finding it very easy to be judgmental these days. Late last week, a […]

COVID-19 Support

Who Do I Want To Be During COVID-19?

April 9, 2020

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COVID-19 Support

Workforce Wellbeing Programs & Resources

April 8, 2020

As we work to get through this challenging and unprecedented time, it is more important now than ever to take […]

COVID-19 Support

EAP Weekly “Drop-in” Support Group Calls

April 3, 2020

KP’s Employee Assistance Program (EAP) recognizes that this is a trying time for everyone. Starting March 30th, we will offer […]

COVID-19 Support

Support the wellbeing of your team

April 2, 2020

View this page as a PDF Role model healthy behaviors It helps to practice your own healthy work from home […]

COVID-19 Support

Health Tips for Working At Home

April 1, 2020

View this page as a PDF 1. Set up a Workspace. Don’t try to work from the couch. That is […]

Podcasts

Episode #10 – What’s up with kids today?

November 19, 2019

What’s up with kids today? – Ep. 10 A conversation with Brett Klika, CEO of SPIDERfit Kids and IDEA Personal […]

Fitness Videos / Playlists

Minute Fitness: Cubii Introduction Video

May 3, 2019

Tap into the energy of a group workout without leaving your home or office.   ****** JOIN CUBII ON SOCIAL […]

Podcasts

Episode #9 – Get to know Dr. Edward Ellison

December 30, 2018

Get to know Dr. Edward Ellison – Ep. 9 Get to know the Southern California Permanente Medical Group, Executive Medical […]

Podcasts

Episode #8 – Get Protected

July 10, 2018

Get Protected – Ep. 8 A conversation with Guy Trotter, CEO, Surface Sunscreen. I came across this company a while […]

Fitness News

Andrew Gallardo’s Fitness News – June 2018

July 6, 2018

Can You Catch the Running Bug? Are certain behaviors becoming socially contagious? This study explores how a person’s exercise habits […]

Podcasts

Episode #7 – Thriving at work

July 2, 2018

Thriving at work – Ep. 7 Taking a closer look at the Kaiser Permanente Workplace Activities Policy. Join us for […]

Podcasts

Episode #6 – Deep thoughts with a 13 year old

April 18, 2018

The Get Fit Podcast Series – Ep.6 Deep thoughts with a 13 year old….a conversation with the world famous(sort of) […]

Podcasts

Episode #5 – Family tragedy and getting back to the basics

January 10, 2018

The Get Fit Podcast Series – Ep.5 Family tragedy and getting back to the basics.  It’s the little things that […]

Fitness News

Andrew Gallardo’s Fitness News – December 2017

December 1, 2017

Exercise Helps People With Schizophrenia The National Alliance on Mental Illness states that there are more than 3.2 million Americans […]

Podcasts

Episode #4 – Journaling and Gratitude

October 23, 2017

The Get Fit Podcast Series – Ep.4 Journaling and gratitude – the best way to start your day   A […]

Fitness News

Andrew Gallardo’s Fitness News – October 2017

October 15, 2017

Gender Differences in Body Image Dissatisfaction Body image dissatisfaction is associated primarily with women. However, a study published in the […]

Podcasts

Episode #3 – The S.E.L.F. Principle

September 17, 2017

The Get Fit Podcast Series – Ep.3 The S.E.L.F. Principle   Sleep, Exercise, Love and Food.  A conversation with Dr. […]

Fitness Videos / Playlists

ICE Recovery & Wellness

August 20, 2017
Podcasts

Episode #2 – Motivating Behavior Change

August 15, 2017

The Get Fit Podcast Series – Ep. 2 Motivating Behavior Change – When everything you’ve tried hasn’t worked Ray Nanda, […]

Podcasts

Episode #1 – The Random Show

July 24, 2017

The Get Fit Podcast Series – Ep. 1 The Random Show Welcome to the first episode of the get Fit […]

Fitness News

Andrew Gallardo’s Fitness News – Mar 2017

March 1, 2017

Too Much Sleep Spells Danger We know that too little sleep has been linked with a host of potential health […]

Fitness News

Andrew Gallardo’s Fitness News – Jan 2017

January 1, 2017

Exercise Helps Asthma Sufferers Do you have clients who struggle with asthma? Thirty minutes of exercise daily may help to […]

Fitness News

Andrew Gallardo’s Fitness News – Nov 2016

November 1, 2016

Exercise and Older-Adult Brain Activity While links among physical activity, cardiorespiratory fitness and brain function have already been established, the […]

Fitness News

Andrew Gallardo’s Fitness News – Oct 2016

October 1, 2016

Bad News About Backpacks In 2013, injuries related to backpack use affected at least 14,000 children, according to the U.S. […]

Fitness News

Andrew Gallardo’s Fitness News – Sept 2016

September 1, 2016

Music Keeps Cardiac Patients Moving Walk into most fitness facilities and you’ll likely hear some sort of music playing. Could […]

Fitness News

Andrew Gallardo’s Fitness News – Aug 2016

August 1, 2016

U.S. Breaks Obesity Record Obesity continues to plague modern society. According to a new report, the problem is getting worse. […]

Fitness News

Andrew Gallardo’s Fitness News – Jul 2016

July 1, 2016

Kids With Stronger Muscles Develop Better Bones Osteoporosis is a significant concern for the aging population. A new study suggests […]

Success Stories

Success Story: Gail Munzing RN

June 29, 2016

My husband, Dr. Timothy Munzing, and myself devote ourselves to training for endurance athletic events to benefit the Leukemia & […]

Success Stories

Success Story: Christine Lopez

April 13, 2016

I started my fitness journey in November 2014. I wanted to get in better shape and be more active. I […]

Fitness News

Andy’s Happy Tunes

April 1, 2016

A list of Andy’s favorite music for a great workout.

Fitness Videos / Playlists

Posture Check

March 17, 2016

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Fitness Videos / Playlists

Stretch Bands

March 17, 2016

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Fitness Videos / Playlists

Morning Workout

March 17, 2016

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Fitness Videos / Playlists

Office Workout

March 16, 2016

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Fitness Videos / Playlists

Video of the Month: Rotational Crunch – Kneeling Cable

March 1, 2016

Target muscles include adbominals, dorsal flexors, pectoral muscles and rhomboids.

Fitness News

IDEA Fitnographic: Alcohol and Health

March 1, 2016

While some research suggests that drinking alcohol in moderation may have a number of health benefits, experts stress that drinking […]

Recipes

RECIPE FOR HEALTH: Garden Pea Soup

March 1, 2016

We are on the cusp of the vernal equinox, which means that in many parts of the country spring peas […]

Fitness News

After-School Kids’ Program Improves Brain Fitness

March 1, 2016

Highlighting the importance of the mind-body relationship, a new study has found that 7- to 9-year-old participants in an after-school […]

Fitness News

Which Plays Greater Role in High Blood Pressure and CVD: Sugar or Salt?

March 1, 2016

If your answer to the question in the headline was “salt,” you are wrong, say authors of a published study […]

Fitness News

Frequent Sitting Means Weight Gain for Women

March 1, 2016

Seated desk work has come under fire these past several years as countless studies have linked it with a variety […]

Fitness Videos / Playlists

Video of the Month: Row – Half Kneeling 1 Arm Cable

January 4, 2016

Target muscles include biceps, dorsal flexors, erector spinae; latissimus dorsi, pectoral muscles, rhomboids.  

Fitness News

IDEA Fitnographic: What’s in Your Protein Bar?

January 4, 2016

The quality of protein bars (and the protein itself) varies drastically, and some ingredients are more questionable than others. Do […]

Recipes

Recipe for Health: Zuppa di Carote & Finocchio

January 4, 2016

Italian cooking is simplicity defined. This soup makes the most of easily accessible winter vegetables and blends them into a […]

Fitness News

Being Mindful Affects Body’s Stress Response

January 4, 2016

A new study shows that how you think and feel about what causes you stress may affect the way your […]

Fitness News

From Heirloom Seeds to Heirloom Breeds

January 4, 2016

People around the world are getting more thoughtful about their food and are seeking quality, sustainability and big flavor on […]

Fitness News

Frightening Bone Health Statistics Among Men

January 4, 2016

Osteoporosis is typically thought of as a “woman’s disease.” But a recent report published by the International Osteoporosis Foundation warns […]

Fitness Videos / Playlists

Video of the Month: Foam Roll – Quadriceps

December 3, 2015

Target muscles include pectoral muscles and rhomboids. Click here or the image below to view video.

Fitness News

IDEA Fitnographic: Americans’ Snacking Habits Sneak Up on Them

December 3, 2015

The food option behemoth continues to grow. Snacks are a source of convenience and comfort for millions of Americans who […]

Recipes

Recipe for Health: Chocolate-Peanut Butter Protein Bars

December 3, 2015

Over the past decade, nutrition and obesity expert Yoni Freedhoff, MD, has dedicated his career to helping chronic dieters get […]

Fitness News

Brief Mindfulness Meditation Is Effective

December 3, 2015

Brief mindfulness meditation practice—as little as 25 minutes per day for 3 days—can reduce the perception of stress during nerve-wracking […]

Fitness News

Training the Brain to Prefer Healthy Foods

December 3, 2015

This might be a tough one to swallow, but it turns out that training your brain to crave vegetables instead […]

Fitness News

Calories or Physical Activity: What’s to Blame for Weight Gain?

December 3, 2015

We are well aware that Americans’ waistlines have made sizable increases over the past several decades. However, debate over the […]

Fitness Videos / Playlists

Video of the Month: Lateral Rolls (Stability Ball)

November 3, 2015

Target muscles include abdominals, pectoral muscles and rhomboids. click here to view video

Fitness News

IDEA Fitnographic: Top Fitness Facility Amenities

November 3, 2015

Fitness facilities have blossomed in the past 30 years, and that growth has spurred unique innovations to keep people coming […]

Recipes

Recipe for Health: Chicken Tortilla Soup

November 3, 2015

Certified clinical nutritionist and cooking school instructor Cappie Geis makes it her mission to teach others how to make healthy […]

Fitness News

Conflict With Family & Friends Impacts Health

November 3, 2015

More evidence supports the importance of cultivating stress reduction methods to maintain a healthy mind and body. A recent study […]

Fitness News

Eating More Fish Lowers Risk of Hearing Loss

November 3, 2015

Hear this! A study from Brigham and Women’s Hospital shows that consumption of two or more servings of fish per […]

Fitness News

The Fountain of Youth for Older Women?

November 3, 2015

An examination of the scientific literature on exercise sheds light on how regular physical activity impacts physical and mental decline […]

Fitness News

Nike 3 on 3 Basketball Special Rate

July 13, 2015

Looking for a fun Summer hoops contest?  Check out the Nike 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament at LA Live and […]

Fitness Videos / Playlists

Russian Twist (Stability Ball)

June 11, 2015

Here is a great twist targeting your core: (click video to play)

Recipes

Skillet of Roast Mushrooms & Tomato-Stuffed Peppers

June 11, 2015

This time of year delivers a harvest of abundance and flavor as summer crops start to boom. What better time […]

Fitness News

Health & Fitness Tech Trends

June 11, 2015

Not too long ago basic pedometers were the trendiest activity monitors available. Today, technology has advanced beyond accelerometers to include […]

Fitness News

Breast Cancer Survivors and Yoga

June 11, 2015

Interesting findings about the impact of starting a yoga practice on sleep issues and inflammation markers have resulted from a […]

Recipes

Don’t Judge Food Healthfulness by Texture

June 11, 2015

There’s no accounting for individual taste, especially when it comes to experiencing food flavors. But in the case of textures, […]

Fitness News

Out-Muscle the Grim Reaper

June 11, 2015

Here’s more reason for older adults to pump iron: Researchers from the University of California, Los Angeles, have found a […]

Fitness News

Time for Yoga!

May 13, 2015

Check out the new Get Fit Superstore for your fitness gear. If yoga is your thing, grab a mat and […]

Fitness Videos / Playlists

Pillar Bridge – Kneeling

May 13, 2015

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Fitness News

Global Childhood Games

May 13, 2015

IDEA Fitnographic What do kids in different countries do to stay fit and happy?

Fitness News

Qigong and Stress Management

May 13, 2015

Qigong is another mind-body practice that may help people to manage stress, according to a research review of seven randomized, […]

Fitness News

Dark Chocolate + Your Internal Biota = Good Health

May 13, 2015

The evidence supporting the health benefits of dark chocolate can now be tied scientifically to the millions of microbes living […]

Fitness News

The Danger of Sports Specialization

May 13, 2015

Many young athletes dream of earning a scholarship to play their sport of choice at a reputable college or university. […]

Recipes

Summer Gazpacho

May 12, 2015

Ina Garten, “The Barefoot Contessa,” describes this simple cold summer soup from her 1999 The Barefoot Contessa Cookbook as “liquid […]

Fitness News

Exercise & Kidney Health Research Roundup

March 5, 2015

Protecting Kidney Function The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention states that more than 20 million U.S. citizens suffer from […]

Fitness News

Great Exercises to do at Your Desk

March 5, 2015

Hey everybody! I came across this great video from a great trainer down in San Diego named Brett Klika.  Since […]

Success Stories

Success Story: Jorge Perez

February 25, 2015

Who says the fitness bug isn’t catching? My family and friends caught it from me. I’m thrilled to pass it […]

Success Story

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