Fitness & Working Out

The Athleisure look that graced the runway in anticipation for spring/summer came in bold and hot. From DKNY's sexy sport-tech hoodies to Versace's color block tracksuits, the athletic + leisure standard have become staples in our wardrobe.…
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Nestled in Central on the mad dash of Des Voeux Road, the seemingly innocuous Wincome Centre beckons and a coveted workout craze shared by the likes of American celebrities like Kim Kardashian, Jennifer Aniston and former (but forever in…
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Hong Kong's wellness scene is definitely exploding, no doubt about that! But gyms and yoga sessions and eco hair highlights and athleisure shopping and visits to your favorite vegan place during lunch hour sure add up by the end of the…
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From hatha to ashtanga, bikram to lyengar, there are a range of traditional yoga formats practiced all over. But as with all things wellness, people are pushing the yoga experience to its limits and creating new and original ways to twist…
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These days it seems fitness is no longer an optional pursuit, with the whole world donning their athleisure best and spending more and more time at the gym. Fitness studios are opening and different types of workouts are launching almost…
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There's no better feeling than sweating out your frustrations during an incredible spin sesh. The perspiration dripping out of your pores, the camaraderie amongst your fellow riders, the motivational pick-me-ups your instructor is shouting…
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Blending all things hipster with lots of local flavor, K-Town is racking up quite the reputation for all things wellness of late. With a plethora of plant-based dining, health food shops and fitness studios, this seaside town is making big…
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It's a sunny Sunday morning in October and I am walking up the stairs to PMQ's Cube venue in my athleisure best (read the only clean leggings I could find and my old scuffed up trainers) to attend the (invite-only) launch of Daybreaker Hong…
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F45, short for Functional 45, is a workout concept that originated Down Under and is taking the world by storm. Launched in 2014 in Sydney by trainer to the stars Luke Istomin (he is responsible for Hugh Jackman's Wolverine figure),…
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I've never done proper Pilates before. I've tried the odd stretching class where they get you to do some Pilates moves but I've never used the machines. So when Flex Studio invites me to partake in a 10-hour Pilates Challenge, I'm…
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We've said it before and we will say it again: our fair city is a truly blessed place and despite the crazy concrete jungle we spend most of our week in, those looking to get away on weekends have ample opportunity, with beaches and…
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Boutique yoga studios are a truly rewarding option to push your yoga practice to its next level. Classes tend to be smaller and more intimate than in large studios, and you can build a real rapport with your teacher. Boutique studios are…
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Your yoga practice is a deeply personal (and oftentimes emotional) thing. Finding the right human to guide you through it is no easy task. We asked veteran yogi and yoga teacher Karen Holt, founder of The Health Seed, to share her…
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The era of biohacking -or is it lifestyle hacking?- is definitively upon us. Our phones, and the data they collect about us, have become an essential tool in our daily routine, especially for us wellness addicts. In our hands we hold the…
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Tired of dancing like no one is watching? Looking to to add some polish to your (dub)step? In all seriousness though, dancing is an incredible way to stay fit. Not only are you learning a new skill, but dancing is really fun (hello…
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RUMI X is a local activewear brand with a seriously eco ethos. It's hard to miss their fun, colorful prints on chic gym-goers around town and it's even harder to believe that the brand's clothing is made from upcycled waste! We talk to…
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What started out as a bodybuilding competition co-founded by Arnold Schwarzenegger in the US over 40 years ago (Arnie launched it in Worthington, Ohio in 1989) has morphed into the world's largest fitness and sports event. Incredibly,…
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Finding a personal trainer in Hong Kong feels like choosing your future life partner through Tinder: the options are limitless, the pics are photoshopped and there's a lot of style but not much substance. With the exponential growth of…
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What Is Protein? Protein is one of the three macronutrients that provide energy, aka calories, for the body. The other two macronutrients are fats and carbohydrates. Each gram of protein contains 4 calories, as compared to a…
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New gyms and studios are springing up all over the city: working out is officially the new going out, just check your sneaker collection. And while we are all for unisex fitness, sometimes a woman-only space is de rigueur. We have…
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I assume that you clicked into this article because you love running. But does running love you? Do you often suffer from muscle fatigue after your run or worse, do you have chronic pain in your joints or ligaments? If so, the problem…
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