Fitness

Finding Balance & a Green Tea Coconut Drink

January 27, 2012
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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 [...]

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Winter Workouts and a Citrus Ginger Smoothie

January 20, 2012
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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 [...]

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A New Year, Revisiting Old Ideas

January 4, 2012
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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 [...]

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Shaolin Kung Fu

May 13, 2010
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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.

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Sweet Escape Yoga

April 5, 2010
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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.

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5 Simple Steps Toward Becoming Green

April 3, 2010
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“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.

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7 Ways to Find Time to Cook

March 8, 2010

Cooking for yourself and your family is one of the most effective ways to achieve and maintain good health. But in this modern world, it’s not uncommon to fine yourself working 50 to 60 hour weeks and not having the time or energy to put together a home cooked meal.

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5 ways to make running (more) fun

February 15, 2010

I hate running. There, I said it. My body isn’t built for running. But don’t get me wrong, running does wonders for your cardio training and is the fastest ways of whipping your body into shape. Even with my martial arts training, I’ve felt that I’ve needed to continue running because I’m not getting enough of a cardio workout during the training session.

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Eat healthy at Chinese restaurants

February 1, 2010

The majority American Chinese food is heavily battered and deep fried. Meat and carbs make up most of the meal and vegetables are served as condiments in many dishes, rather than the main focus. I remember this distinctly when I visited a fast food Chinese restaurant and I watched the server scoop around the vegetables to ensure that I received more meat in my take out container.

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How to eat like you are in Japan

January 27, 2010

Not only is the food that is eaten in Japan lower in calories, it is also presented in a beautiful way – arranged artistically in attractive dishes. By eating this way, you not only consume less calories, your eating pace slows down; resulting in eating less because it gives your brain more time to realize that you are full.

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