Following the popularity of our Diet Fads article (thank you everyone!), we’ve decided to explore another trend over the years: crazy fitness fads. You remember those – they left you in awe when you first heard about them, but after months, when you didn’t see any results or realise that you had a weird muscle
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Everybody needs a bit relaxation and a break from the stress of everyday life. Most Australians prefer to spend their free time in wellness retreats and spa centres. It helps them keep healthy, balanced, and fit. In cities such as Melbourne, there are a lot of great places for relaxation, both within the city centre
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The world is moving at such a fast pace these days that it’s hard to keep up. There seems to be no time for things that we regard as trivial, such as focusing on ourselves and our needs – in other words, self-improvement. We are too busy keeping up with everyone else, staying busy and
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You’ve found yourself a workout buddy and he or she could also be your life partner. The problem is your workout partner would rather lift a pint of ice cream than a set of dumbbells. Before you give up on him or her completely or nag them into action, try these tips to help spur them. After
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If there is a lot of walking or sitting in your life, you are bound to suffer from aching joints. Aching joints do not only affect senior people as people of all ages suffer from painful hip, knee and shoulder joints. There are many reasons why you could be suffering from aching joints. Once you
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Walking is one of the best forms of exercises. You don’t need a gym membership and walking is something that you do every day. Since it is part of your daily routine, you don’t think much of it but walking has a lot of effects on your body and health, especially if it’s at least
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Many of us tend to neglect the type of food we consume before or after exercise. Fuelling your body pre-workout enables you to adequately handle the physical stress of training. What and when you eat after exercise is equally as important. While the pre-exercise meal can ensure that adequate carbohydrate stores (known as glycogen) are
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Too lazy or the weather is not favourable to head to the gym? Not to worry, here is a compilation of simple workouts that are both easy and efficient – at the comfort of your home. So you can now Netflix and burn instead of chill! Tricep Dip Tricep dips improve your upper body strength
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Trying to kick start your fitness journey? This boot camp is a fantastic way to start losing fats and improve your overall fitness. Rapid-fire sequences of movements are designed to get you into shape while working out in a boot camp style. With its high energy exercises, it is guaranteed to target most of your
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This class introduces students to the Aerial Yoga silk hammocks. You will explore a repertoire of poses. You will learn about breathing, mental focus, and safety measures used in Aerial Yoga class as well as becoming comfortable with being suspended off the ground and inversion. You will experience the peace, tranquillity, and exhilaration that aerial
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PILOXING® cardio fusion that incorporates cutting edge research and fitness techniques to burn maximum calories, build lean muscles, and increase stamina. The PILOXING® program uniquely blends the power, speed, and agility of boxing with exhilarating dance moves and targeted sculpting and flexibility of pilates. These techniques are supplemented by the use of weighted gloves, further
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We advocate greater tranquillity in the outdoors. But we also preach ‘Silence is Golden ‘. SILENCE and OUTDOORS, not a match made in heaven, but they’ve made it down the aisle! Come witness the GOLDEN marriage between the 2 in this fully immersive Silent Yoga experience where we eliminate any external distractions, delivering only the music and
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Exercise aims to improve your health and wellbeing. Some benefits of exercise can be seen in minutes, while the rest takes months or even years. With so many names of various types of exercises, we give you the low down of some of the more popular ones and what their benefits are. Interval Training (aka
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This yoga session is designed to make your children smile! Our event focuses on building a healthy lifestyle as a family, and exploring the creative minds of your child! The Kids Story Telling Yoga is designed for children of age 5 to 12 however, if you wish to participate, tickets are available for both parents
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Living from your Heart – Kundalini Yoga & Meditation workshop There is a great Chinese Proverb that says, “The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second best time is now.” How will your life be like if you begin living from your heart and do what felt best for you?
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Stop, smell the roses, AND strengthen your muscles! Kai’s Boot Camp combines HIIT and Circuit training with the great outdoors to give you a motivational workout with real results. Alongside himself, a rotation of experienced trainers will guide you though this bloomin’ intense workout. This friendly class is perfect for bootcamp first-timers, fitness fanatics, and
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HIIT barre, which combines the toning benefits of barre workouts with the cardio benefits of high-intensity interval training (HIIT) for one explosive workout. This quick routine will strengthen your entire body while getting your heart rate up. Develop long lean muscles while improving your flexibility and balance as we work with basic ballet moves. You’ll
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Every self-proclaimed fitness guru will instantly know hundreds of tips for a speedy and painless recovery. And it’s because of those ‘gurus’ that people often have a hard time figuring out what tip actually works and how. Well, if you want to avoid those fake professionals, have a look at some of the tips that
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Are you a soon-to-be Mum experiencing everyday discomfort and always worrying about what to eat to have a healthy loving child? Have no fear! End your worries with an incredible content from Ananda Marga! We wish for all expecting mothers to have a smooth and worry-free pregnancy while enjoying their time to the fullest! Here
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The ASICS Relay celebrates movement through an inclusive marathon experience focused on the motivational strength of teamwork, bonding and unity instead of individual endurance to complete a race. Recognising the massive popularity of running in Asia, the ASICS Relay encourages all aspiring runners and fitness explorers from all walks of life to attempt their first
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In partnership with Singapore Tourism Board, District 1 Yoga is excited to be part of Singapore Food Festival 2018 to bring back one of our iconic event, Beer Yoga & Citylights. This time, we will be pairing with Trouble Brewing to bring you SFF branded beers as a festival collectible! Stay tuned! BeerYoga is the
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If you have been eating the same amount of food and exercising regularly but not losing the weight, there might be several reasons – you might be hitting an exercise plateau, have a medical condition or…you may not be sleeping well. We all know how important sleep is and sleep depravation can have serious issues
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Muay Thai Boxing is a Muay Thai base class that is sure to make your heart rate skyrocket and cause you to engage multiple muscle groups, packing a calorie-burning punch and kicks in each session. Besides learning the basic skills of a Thai boxer that combines both cardio and resistant training. This high intensity interval
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Do you find yourself having “no time” to stay healthy? “Tough” to find like-minded people who love a good sweat? “Too busy” to have a social life? Connect with others who appreciate the importance of staying healthy while pursuing our many ambitions. Get a run in; rotating partners during the HIIT session means you get
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Did you know that Singaporeans are known to work the longest hours in the world? A recent research by Morgan McKinley in 2016 found that this city state topped the list in when it came to working hours. The same survey found that 70 per cent of professionals in Singapore work longer than their contracted
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STRONG by Zumba combines high intensity interval training with the science of Synced Music Motivation. In every class, music and moves sync in a way that pushes you past your perceived limits, to reach your fitness goals faster. With most workout programs, music is an afterthought. The music in STRONG by Zumba was crafted to
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Good news for football fans, it’s time to put your FIFA skills into good use! The World Cup Tournament Fair, organised by ShopBack and Carousell will run on 24 June (Sunday)! All participants will be playing in the FIFA 18’s World Cup mode which was released earlier by EA Sports on 29th May on the
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Do something different this Father’s Day! This Dads+Bubs* class promises a Sunday full of fun and laughter as dads spend a playful hour with the bubs! Let mum have a break, or better yet, let her have a laugh and take lots of photos for posterity! ‘Baby-yoga’ specialist and mum-of-two Michelle will guide you through
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Exercise should make your body feel good both mentally and physically. If your chest pains after exercise or other cardio practices, something is not right. Mild chest pain after the exercise is normal due to pushing your body hard, but a more severe pain is a serious condition and you need to seek immediate medical
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Summer season in the Arabian Peninsula is growing in popularity as the perfect option to recoup and refresh, and yoga retreats have grown to be particularly well-liked for such a reason. With several new studios popping up as well as the inception of International Yoga Day (which is celebrated on 21st June) in 2015, it only
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Known for its lush terrain and long beaches, Phuket is not the first place that comes to mind when thinking about running a marathon, but cool summer temperatures and direct flights from major cities such as Hong Kong, Singapore and Dubai, it’s easy to understand why it’s becoming a popular adventure sports destination. On 10th
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Avenger’s Training is a high intensity interval training based workout with box steps, box jumps, TRX and kettlebell swings. It is guaranteed to get your heart-rate up and give you a good full body workout. Avenger’s training takes care of both strength and cardio training in a single session. Experience includes: Full body workout Fitness
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Bintan’s leading resort, The Sanchaya, has bolstered its wellness programme ahead of the summer season and from 13 to 23 August, celebrity trainer and founder of fitnessartz, Artur Zolkiewicz, will be hosting the first of what will become a series of fitness residences. With clients such as British celebrities, journalists and models, Zolkiewicz has been
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We’ve all heard about the 10,000 steps a day thanks to wearable tech such as FitBit as well as knowledge that it is a suitable exercise for all regardless of age and size thanks to the fact that walking is low impact. Nonetheless, let us wax lyrical about walking and it’s health benefits! It helps
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Stop, smell the roses, AND strengthen your muscles! Kai’s Boot Camp combines HIIT and Circuit training with the great outdoors to give you a motivational workout with real results. Alongside himself, a rotation of experienced trainers will guide you though this bloomin’ intense workout. This friendly class is perfect for bootcamp first-timers, fitness fanatics, and
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Kickstart the day with a Social Workout of the Day (SWOD). There’ll be team challenges – you’re gonna need to count on your SweatBuddies so everyone finishes together. Team effort, people! The workout is designed to foster social connections and work up a good sweat, at the same time! A partner workout that incorporates effective,
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Come and get glowing at the only studio in Singapore that offers Infrared Heat Yoga! Hot yoga brings no additional benefits, and can be detrimental as you are breathing hot air, which leads to excessive and unnecessary dehydration. With Infrared Heat Yoga, infrared rays are delivered directly to the skin and muscles, letting you reap
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Singapore’s first ever Shinshin Tōitsu-dō (心身統一道) Edition! This special edition of Yoga is joined by special guest yoga instructor, Makiko Deguchi, who will be infusing a Japanese form of yoga known as Shinshin-tōitsu-dō into the Hatha practice session. Aiming to strengthen the bodies and minds of practitioners, this Japanese yoga demonstration will help reveal your
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Living from your Heart – Kundalini Yoga & Meditation workshop There is a great Chinese Proverb that says, “The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second best time is now.” How will your life be like if you begin living from your heart and do what felt best for you?
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OSIM Sundown Marathon is back and is less than a month away! Race day is on 19 May and organisers are expecting a 25,000-strong crowd this year. This year will also feature a Race Village at the F1 Pit Building, which is open to members of the public from 5pm onwards. There will be activities
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Ever thought of picking up a low-impact sport that allows you to improve your strength, flexibility and challenge your problem solving skills? Climbing is just that – and it’s one of the rare sports that allows you little breaks to chat, snack and mingle! This full-day course is suitable for adults and teenagers age 13
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Are you confused with the various names of yoga? Perhaps you are thinking, “Isn’t yoga just…yoga?” Well, you’re not wrong but there are slight differences with the ‘schools’ of yoga just like how not all pasta is spaghetti. While you will need to try them out to find out which type(s) of yoga you enjoy
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Living from your Heart – Kundalini Yoga & Meditation workshop There is a great Chinese Proverb that says, “The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second best time is now.” How will your life be like if you begin living from your heart and do what felt best for you?
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Heiata Lee is a native Tahitian who was trained and certified at the Conservatoire Artistique de la Polynésie Française (Artistic Conservatory of French Polynesia) in the art of ‘Ori Tahiti. That said, she was trained in ‘Ori Tahiti since she was a child and brought her passion for the dance to Singapore when she came in
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Oasia Hotel Downtown is turning 2 and they’re gonna throw a fitastic party to celebrate! Happening on Saturday, 28 April and themed along Oasia’s three wellness pillars – Recharge, Refuel and Refresh, the party is a celebration of a fit and fabulous lifestyle that starts from the core. Join in a morning of activities to
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Join us in a salute to the sun and preparing for the beauty of the day with a Sunrise Yoga session. Take this opportunity to nourish your mind, body, and soul. As the sun rises behind the ocean across from East Coast Beach, it is impossible not to feel the extraordinary energy which surrounds this magical
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A total body workout done on a mat that develops core strength, muscle flexibility and muscle balance. Pilates is appropriate for most people with varying levels of fitness. Strength, stabilisation, flexibility, range of motion, body alignment & balance are goals of this class. Modifications will be taught and the workout intensity can be easily adjusted
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When nutritionist and renowned fitness guru, Mark Macdonald, was in town recently to promote his new weight management programme, we took the chance to speak to him to find out more about the programme, his books as well as his prolific career of coaching many professional athletes such as Olympic Gold Medallists, Shawn Johnson (Gymnastics)
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Is your life fast-paced, hectic? Are you juggling family and work commitments or other commitments? Do you feel tired, low in energy, easily fall sick? Do you find it hard to concentrate on the tasks at hand? Do you simply just want to find something interesting to do over the weekend? If any of the
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Cycling has been one of the most beloved forms of activity for a while, and it’s only been getting even more popular lately. Those who ride their bicycles every day, using them both for recreational purposes and as a mode of transportation, will tell you that cycling is an uncompromisable part of their lives. The
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