LA County Urges the public to Celebrate the 4th of July at home: Check out the County of Los Angeles’s Press Release: PRESS RELEASE: County Leaders Urge Public to be Safer at Home This 4th of July County of Los Angeles sent this bulletin at 07/02/2020 10:44 AM PDT Click here for the Press… Continue reading Happy 4th of July, check out countryliving.com’s “12 Patriotic Virtual 4th of July Party Ideas for 2020”
Author: Roger DeLaCruz

What is Charisma and how do I cultivate it?
We’ve all been seduced by a charismatic individual at some point in our lives. Whether that person was a friend, a salesman, or perhaps a teacher. Charismatic people seem to be able to motivate us without even trying and I wouldn’t blame you if you thought some people are just born with charisma and some… Continue reading What is Charisma and how do I cultivate it?

AFNA’s Pasadena Campus Reopens on June 29, 2020
The American Fitness and Nutrition Academy offices and classroom have had a makeover to comply with state and local guidelines to reopen its campus. AFNA is doing its part to protect our employees, our students, and others form Covid -19. AFNA is located in The Colonnade, 350 S Lake Ave #260, Pasadena, CA 91101 Hours… Continue reading AFNA’s Pasadena Campus Reopens on June 29, 2020

Congratulations to AFNA’s Newest Graduates: Raamy, Jaleyah, Angie, and Peter
On Wednesday, June 24, 2020, we celebrated the graduation of Raamy Fares, Jaleyah Latham, Angie Puerta, and Peter Montgomery. We honored the accomplishments of these outstanding students and future Personal Trainers. We look forward to hearing about your success in the very near future. Welcome to the AFNA Alumni Family! Train and Stay Fit! Roger

AFNA Classroom Reopen Date UPDATE: June 29, 2020
Hello Fitness Experts, The world is opening back up and so are we. AFNA has been given the go ahead to open up our classroom along with a laundry list of new guidelines for health and sanitation. We are dedicated to giving each student who wants to take part in our on campus learning option… Continue reading AFNA Classroom Reopen Date UPDATE: June 29, 2020

AFNA Graduation | June 24, 2020
Congratulations AFNA Graduates: Raamy, Jaleyah, Angie, Peter Graduation Day is your day! As each cohort completes the program, we get to reflect upon our journey with each student. There is one common denominator. We are passionate about wellness and are inspired to help others. We are very proud of your achievements, excited about today’s graduation… Continue reading AFNA Graduation | June 24, 2020

When it comes to diet, is it all about the fiber?
Some people think so. As fad diets come and go it is important to remember the building blocks of good nutrition and the reasons why diet is important. A healthy diet will make you feel good, give you more energy, and ultimately aid in giving you a long life span. A good diet should lower the… Continue reading When it comes to diet, is it all about the fiber?

#Wear, #Wait, #Wash: Know your 3 W’s!
“The NC Department of Health and Human Services is asking people to remember these three things as we stay strong and continue to flatten the curve and slow the spread of COVID-19. If you leave home, practice your Ws: Wear, Wait, Wash Wear a cloth face covering if you will be with other people Wait 6 feet apart.… Continue reading #Wear, #Wait, #Wash: Know your 3 W’s!

AFNA Campus Reopen Date Slated for June 22, 2020
From Roger DeLaCruz, Campus Director AFNA Campus Reopens June 22, 2020. COVID-19 Safety Protocols will be strictly adhered to. Attention Team AFNA: On June 10, 2020 Los Angeles County announced it is is moving forward on the Roadmap to Recovery and reopening key economic and community sectors, including School and School based programs. I will… Continue reading AFNA Campus Reopen Date Slated for June 22, 2020

Alumni Spotlight: Chad Houke
From Roger DeLaCruz, Student Services. I recently caught up with Chad prior to his visit to the AFNA classroom on Tuesday, June 9, 2020. Thank you Chad for sharing your story with us and inspiring us on how to approach creating a career in fitness that is meaningful for ourselves, but more importantly our clients. … Continue reading Alumni Spotlight: Chad Houke