Author Archive: Efren Martinez

I answered the call back in 1983; mixing Music and Entertainment with an eccentric European style has always come easy for me. In the early 80's I was the Disc Jockey for most of the high school dances in Modesto. In the late 80's I found myself in Hollywood working as a dancer and sound engineer for various professional recording industries. In 1990 my wife of 25 years and I started (The Quake Mobile DJ ®) which was seeded from San Francisco's 1985, The Quake, radio station that only lasted a short while on the air. 26 years later The Quake Mobile DJ is bigger & better than ever in the Entertainment industry. Real-Estate, photojournalism, event promoter, saving animals, travel and fitness are a few other of my interests. I also enjoy motivational speaking to children and to those who are struggling with addiction. In my life, I have always been a very direct person and once I see a goal I won't quit till I've achieved it. But out of all of the above I feel in my heart that the best inspiration in my life is my wife and my love for the faith that I practice. Phil 4:20

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Long Distance Running Tips

Long Distance Running Tips

Long Distance Running Tips. By Efren Matinez I’ve been racing for over 20 years. If I knew then what I know now, I would have changed my running skills altogether. No one ever told me that running long distances for many years can have negative effects on your body as you age. Don’t get me […]

By March 5, 2024 Read More →
You Can Dance If You Want To

You Can Dance If You Want To

FitView: You Can Dance If You Want ToBy Efren Martinez We all understand the importance of regular physical activity for maintaining good health and managing our weight. While our metabolism naturally slows down as we age, it’s crucial to stay active. This FitView is for those who dislike going to the gym. If you’re one […]

By February 4, 2024 Read More →
Building Muscles in 2024

Building Muscles in 2024

Building Muscles in 2024By Efren Martinez Happy New Year, friends! Along with the New Year, comes all those resolutions we make every year. Such as, “I’m going to work out more,” “I’m going to eat healthier,” or “I’m going all in 110% in taking care of myself.” Why? Because I want to have that Movie […]

By January 8, 2024 Read More →
Drop Off in Fitness

Drop Off in Fitness

Drop Off In FitnessBy Efren Martinez Recently, there has been a noticeable decrease in fitness levels. The gym is less crowded, and during my runs, I no longer see the familiar faces I used to pass along the way. It’s understandable, though. With colder weather approaching, who wants to go outside? We tend to bundle […]

By December 18, 2023 Read More →
Positive Role Model at 51 in Fitness

Positive Role Model at 51 in Fitness

Positive Role Model at 51 in FitnessBy Evren Martinez Last month’s FitView was a reminder that we all can look and feel our best at any age. I’m saying, 51 is the new 21 and I’m not alone. One man I know shows this example so well. His name is Pedro Teves. I met Pedro […]

By November 6, 2023 Read More →
Youthful Fitness

Youthful Fitness

Youthful FitnessBy Efren Martinez There are stories and myths about the Fountain of Youth, although Ponce De Leon never found it. However, I’m here to provide you with some ways to maintain a youthful appearance. While we can’t stop the aging process, we can take steps to keep our youthful look. Feeling good on the […]

By October 13, 2023 Read More →
Friends in Fitness

Friends in Fitness

Friends in FitnessBy Efren Martinez As many of you may know, I’ve always had a fully equipped “nightclub-style” home gym. What else would you expect from your DJ in Fitness? So when COVID hit, it worked out okay since my gym, Planet Fitness, had to close its doors like so many other businesses. Still, I […]

By September 5, 2023 Read More →
Martial Art Fitness

Martial Art Fitness

Martial Arts FitnessBy Efren Martinez Kung Fu, Karate, Judo, Tae Kwon Do, and Aikido are all forms of martial arts that offer an intense workout. But practicing martial arts offers much more than just physical exercise. It requires dedication, hard work, practice, discipline, communication, respect, self-esteem, and leadership skills.  Modesto has many different types of […]

By July 31, 2023 Read More →
Sandy Fitness

Sandy Fitness

Sandy Fitness By Efren Martinez   It’s summertime, and many of us are either heading out or on vacation. However, keep in mind that vacation does not mean taking a break from your workout routine. Your workout should go with you, but it does not need to be the same. Just like vacation, everything is […]

By July 12, 2023 Read More →
Protect Yourself Against Skin Cancer

Protect Yourself Against Skin Cancer

Protect Yourself Against Skin Cancer By Efren Martinez Summer is here, and it’s going to be hot! And this Fitview, I want to share a personal experience to help bring awareness to others regarding outdoor fitness and the sun. Let me start by saying that the photo here looks harmless, but you don’t see a […]

By June 6, 2023 Read More →
Free Fitness

Free Fitness

Free FitnessBy Efren Martinez Life happens, and unfortunately, so do injuries. Due to an injury, I couldn’t run without discomfort and pain. No matter. If you can’t run, you jog. If you can’t jog, you walk. In my case, I switched my running shoes to my walking shoes. Honestly, I thought that if I didn’t […]

By March 7, 2023 Read More →
Be the Sunshine in your Fitness

Be the Sunshine in your Fitness

FitView: Be the Sunshine in your FitnessBy Efren MartinezThe Holidays are nicely put away in the 2022 storage containers, and we are deep into Winter. Our next Holiday, Valentine’s Day, might not be everyone’s favorite. Unfortunately, Valentine’s Day can be a cruel reminder to those alone. Let’s admit it. It’s cold and dark by 5 […]

By February 16, 2023 Read More →
Back On Track Fitness

Back On Track Fitness

FitView: Back On Track FitnessBy Efren Martinez It’s a new year with a few of the same resolutions and fitness goals as last year. One of the biggest resolutions for most is to lose some weight. Sure we all want to lose weight instead of gaining it but during the Holiday it can be quite […]

By January 3, 2023 Read More →
A Runners Heart

A Runners Heart

FitView: A Runners HeartBy Efren Martinez Being a runner as well as a Tri-Athlete may sometimes come with an ill side effect of living a healthy lifestyle. Quite often it’s not the actual race that can be detrimental to your heart health but the training that leads up to it. I’ve often read that each […]

By December 6, 2022 Read More →
Fitness and Injuries

Fitness and Injuries

Fitness and InjuriesBy Efren Martinez Life happens as well as injuries like it or not, either by an accident or in fitness. When injuries do happen it’s best to prepare your mental state for the challenges that may lie ahead. For many athletes, injuries are part of the game. Honestly, most of us don’t deal […]

By November 8, 2022 Read More →