Fitness

Finding Balance & a Green Tea Coconut Drink

January 27, 2012

As a Type A personality, though I may appear calm and relaxed on the outside, my mind is usually a constant whirlwind of thoughts, wants, ambitions… that godforsaken to-do list and must-accomplish-by-this-age list. Recently, I have been having trouble finding balance in my life. I have neglected writing on this blog and keeping up with [...]

Winter Workouts and a Citrus Ginger Smoothie

January 20, 2012

The weather has finally turned cold, then warm, then cold again. Oh the perks of living in Georgia. Thankfully, I joined a gym back in December, complete with whirlpools, steam rooms, sauna and spa. Not to mention the complete yoga and Pilates studios. Who am I kidding? I joined a resort. In spite of all [...]

A New Year, Revisiting Old Ideas

January 4, 2012

I started this blog almost two years ago as a not only a way to archive my family’s recipes, but to also explore eating health benefits of Asian cuisine and staying fit and healthy. I have always prided myself on being more on the athletic side, from cross country in middle school to varsity tennis [...]

Shaolin Kung Fu

May 13, 2010

The study of traditional Shaolin Kung Fu has the potential to greatly enrich the lives and well-being of its practitioners. I have observed the development of my abilities and those of my peers who are everyday men and women like you. Many began with no prior marital arts experience.

Sweet Escape Yoga

April 5, 2010

Q. What is Sweet Escape Yoga?
Kristen: Sweet Escape Yoga organizes yoga classes and events in natural (i.e., outside) and creative (i.e., cool, hip, or artsy) spaces in the Metro Atlanta area.

5 Simple Steps Toward Becoming Green

April 3, 2010

“Being green” or purchasing “organic” produce is all the rage these days. However, you don’t have to move out to the country, become a vegan or bike everywhere to begin to reduce your ecological footprint. You don’t have to make a drastic change to your life – small, seemingly insignificant actions can really add up.