Being fit is something I try to keep in my life as I love adventure, and challenges. Without it, I wouldn't be able to do half of the things I do.
I was very lucky to be born in a family that supported our physical development as an investment for our future. And it is true, through sports i've learned the most basic skills; coordination, awareness, the value of team work, leadership, frustration tolerance, the importance of making the extra effort, the rew...
When you’re planning a healthy vegetarian diet, you’re only limited by your imagination. It’s important to incorporate a wide variety of whole grains, legumes, vegetables and fruits in different meals, including seeds and nuts. Variety is the spice of life, and it will help ensure your vegetarian diet is nutrient-dense, interesting, and fun! Aim for variety, even when you serve favorite entrees over and over again, by serving different side dishes, snacks a...
Meet Chloe, a passionate and dedicated yoga teacher, who is also one of the youngest instructors on BookIn. We asked her to share her story on how yoga changed her life. Read on to find out more about the transformative and healing power of this practice.
What yoga is for me
My life was a mess before I found yoga.
I had just dropped out of school and didn't know what to do with myself. When I chose to pursue a career in what I loved, yoga...
Health starts with getting your body moving. That in itself can be a challenge considering the sedentary nature of office life. If going to the gym feels daunting - just plain boring, maybe you need something different to break up your routine. Introducing First Light, brought to Hong Kong by the fabulous GJ. What is it, you ask? We'll let GJ do the talking:
Meet Dom, founder of #RUNKINGDOM and YOHIIT. The BookIn team were so inspired by his story, we just had to share it. Read on to discover what’s possible.
What made you want to run a marathon?
It all began in 2012. I had a major medical crisis and needed to transform my health. I was about 50 pounds heavier than I am today. Very much overweight. So I made major changes to my nutrition and started running.
In the first month I could barely clear 3km. After that,...
Riding a bike is one of those forms of exercise that doesn't always feel like exercise. As you are out enjoying the scenery and fresh air, it can seem more like a joy ride than a fitness venture! But the fact is, bicycling is a great form of exercise.
If you want to get in shape with bike riding, it's a good idea to make sure you have the basics down. Maybe you want to get your family involved, too. Here are some tips on how to get in shape with bike ridin...
With all the antibiotics found in todayís meat products, as well as things such as fillers, additives, and chemicals, many individuals are considering making the switch to a vegan diet.
Of course, when making any kind of change, all aspects of that change need exploring. There are many healthy aspects of a vegan diet.
* In earlier days, vegan diets consisted of only vegetables. This is not the case today, however. Vegan diets now include meat-free items such...
Water is the elixir of life. It is recommended to drink 2-3 liters of water per day as it is the key to longer, healthier more vigorous lifestyle. 60% of the body consist of water and it is the main component of the human body. Tissues and organs are also mainly made up of water with the following percentages:
Isn’t it amazing that there are hundreds upon hundreds of over-the-counter medications for every possible ailment, ache, pain, and mood - and yet many people still do not look to food as their source of power?
Mother Nature knew exactly what she was doing when she provided us with all that we need for a healthy, well-balanced diet and the tools that we need to get through our day, our week, and our lifetime.
While every food has its benefits, here are the f...
