Today’s the last day of the 5-Day Core Workout. But this doesn’t mean you stop here. Mix and match your favorite exercises to create your own plan! I’d love to hear what you come up with! Maybe I’ll even feature your workout plan on my blog! [If you have any   Read More ...

You should be proud of yourself for making it this far! If you aren’t already, invite your friends to do these workouts with you. It’ll give you a boost of motivation and it’ll make it more fun! [If you have any health concerns, please consult your doctor or physician before   Read More ...

The core refers to your abdominal and back muscles, which work to support the spine and keep your body balanced. Strengthening your core promotes good posture, prevents injury and back pain. With that said, let’s grab a water bottle and mat and get started! [If you have any health concerns,   Read More ...

You’ve probably seen tons of ads that read, “Get flat abs in a week!” Don’t believe any of them. If it were that easy, we’d all have a perfect set. It’s harder for girls to obtain a visible six-pack because unlike men, we have two layers of skin (necessary for   Read More ...

For this workout series, I will be using Dr. Abigail Ellsworth’s book of core exercises, Core Training Anatomy. A physical therapist and pilates specialist, Dr. Ellsworth provides fitness enthusiasts with a solid understanding of the core muscles, allowing us to make the most of our workout. Our daily movements are   Read More ...

The perfect snack if you’re looking for something filling, fruity and healthy!   Ingredients: 1 cup fresh blueberries 2 cups oats 1 cup pancake/waffle mix ¼ cup oil (preferable canola oil, but others will do) 2 tablespoons brown sugar 3 tablespoons honey ½ tablespoons cinnamon   Instructions:  1.  Preheat oven to   Read More ...

Today was the first-ever giant master yoga class on a busy street in the heart of White Plains, NY. The class was led by Gwen Lawrence, team yoga instructor for the Giants, Knicks and Rangers. Over 500 people flooded the street with their yoga mats in nearly 100° weather, ready   Read More ...

COMING SOON! Learn about the importance of the core muscles and how to create a balance in the major and minor muscles. Each day, we will target all the core muscles through core stability and core strength exercises.

A new original recipe. My family would describe this taste as refreshing, light and exotic, with a fusion of European, Asian, and Middle Eastern tastes. This is a new and healthy recipe your whole family will enjoy!   Serving Size: 4 plates Ingredients: 4 pieces of skinless, boneless chicken breasts   Read More ...

You’ve all used vinegar for cooking or had it in your dressing, but have you drank it in juice or used it to cure burns and itchy insects bites? Of all the types of vinegar, distilled and apple cider vinegar are the most commonly used. But they don’t share the   Read More ...

I took my mother along for the 2nd annual Health & Wellness Fair this morning. We were kept busy by the many vendors, each with enthusiastic health experts who were eager to teach us something new. One minute, we were eating an organic brownie; the next, I found myself seated   Read More ...

Our dinner table is not complete without a cup of green tea besides each plate. My mother always tells my sister and I that green tea is good for our body. It’s part of the reason why Japanese people are known to live long and healthy lives. Here are some   Read More ...

Wouldn’t it be awesome to be able to burn calories while watching TV, shopping or driving? Well, you can! Here are some ways you can burn calories without breaking your usual routine. Turn these daily activities into a workout! Watching TV: Instead of slouching on the sofa, get up and   Read More ...

You may have bought a $5 scarf or a $10 purse off the streets of New York City. Or even a pirated DVD for $10. Who doesn’t like a good deal, right? But there are some things you can buy for a knockoff price on the streets that can harm   Read More ...

I used to strictly count the amount of calories I consumed to ensure that I was meeting my daily caloric intake and not exceeding it. But it came to a point when it was just too much! I categorized this post under mental health because calorie counting can become obsessive   Read More ...

Well, since I bought that huge bin of oatmeal…. Ingredients: 1 cup fresh blueberries 2 cups oats 1 cup flour (preferable whole wheat flour, but to my dismay, my local A&P did not sell whole wheat flour) 2 apples ¼ cup oil (preferably canola oil) 2 tablespoons brown sugar 3   Read More ...

While I wait in line at the grocery store, I see tons of magazines with headlines telling me to lose weight, or look better in a bikini. Upon checking my Twitter feed, Women’s Health Magazine and Glamour Magazine provide me with tips on enhancing my looks by buying expensive makeup   Read More ...

Some people are born with high metabolism—the energy our bodies use up at rest—while others aren’t. But no matter your metabolic rate, you can use these tips to boost your metabolism and keep it up as you age.   Eat breakfast: A healthy breakfast consists of carbs and protein. Whole-grain   Read More ...

Well, maybe that’s a little extreme, and I may be exaggerating a bit. But I got your attention, didn’t I? Although drinking too much soda may not directly kill us, it can cause serious health concerns such as obesity, kidney damage, high blood pressure, and even certain cancers, not to   Read More ...

I figured I’d digress from my usual abs and legs workout and call it a yoga day. Thursdays always get to me. The exhaust of the week builds up, and yoga’s a great way to relax and breathe. I have to be very careful with the workout that I choose   Read More ...

This original dish is the perfect dessert–It’s not too sweet but sweet enough! Ingredients: •3 apples •5 tablespoons strawberry jam •5 tablespoons brown sugar •3 cups oats •¼ cup canola oil •5 tablespoons lime juice •1 stick of butter •1 ½ tablespoon cinnamon   Instructions: 1. Preheat oven to 350.°   Read More ...

Do you drink water… when you get up in the morning? before, during and after a workout? each time you use the bathroom? with each meal, even snacks? I’m guilty of not drinking enough water throughout the day. Drinking only when we’re thirsty is not enough! Our body depends on   Read More ...

Tonight’s dinner was California rolls! It’s been a tradition in my family to make them once in a blue moon. We each make our own roll, after watching my mother demonstrate the tedious process. It’s fun and rewarding to taste our very own dish! First, let me give you a   Read More ...

As I’m preparing for my first day at an internship with a newspaper company, I want my nails to be splashed with a fresh coat of polish. I decided on a sparkling blood red (I like to think that darker colors show more maturity). As I’m filling the room with   Read More ...

You can put a fruity touch to your ice cream with this sweet and natural topping! It’s easy and takes no more than 5 minutes!  Ingredients: A handful of blueberries (frozen or fresh) 2 tablespoons brown sugar 1 tablespoon of water   Serving Size: A little container like this: Instructions:   Read More ...

Don’t you hate going to Cracker Barrel and not being able to order anything but a biscuit and a slice of ham? Don’t you hate having breakfast in a hotel when all you can eat is dry cereal? It’s hard for us non-dairy eaters! It’s even harder for us to   Read More ...

On a good hair day, I walk out of my dorm room with confidence, I speak up more in class, and I strut down the city campus with my head held high. I’m even guilty of using a good hair day as an excuse not to workout. :p My curls   Read More ...

We’ve all promised ourselves that we’ll work out; some of us have even set up a workout schedule. But after a long day of work or a tough day of classes, sometimes we just don’t have the energy to fulfill our promise. So how do we get over the laziness   Read More ...

Being half-Japanese, rice is a must with every meal. But white rice can shoot up the calorie count. So our family tried something new. We traded the rice for dark green lettuce. We wrapped beef in sunny lettuce: This is a great way to reduce bad carbs and boost your   Read More ...

This is an easy appetizer your whole family will love! The best part is, you can use whatever’s is your fridge! Serving Size: 6 skewers Ingredients: Skinless, boneless chicken (Make sure to use organic or minimally processed chicken.) 1 cucumber a handful of cherry tomatoes 1 tablespoon oil (preferably olive   Read More ...

This sweet and sour mustard will make any salad taste delicious! Ingredients: ¼ cup Dijon mustard ¼ cup orange juice (preferably no pulp) 2 tablespoon brown sugar 3 tablespoons Vinegar (or cider vinegar if you have it) ¼ cup olive oil a pinch of salt and pepper Serving Size: A   Read More ...

Ingredients: A handful of raspberries 3 tbsp vinegar 2 tablespoons brown sugar 3 tablespoons water 1 tablespoon olive oil Serving Size:  A little jar like this: Instructions: In a bowl, whisk raspberries, vinegar, brown sugar and water. Make sure you crush the raspberries enough so you don’t get clumps in   Read More ...

There’s processed salt in our food that can be dangerous to our body! What: MSG is a form of concentrated and processed salt that comes from sugar beets. Where: This appalling ingredient can be found in spicy corn chips, certain Chinese foods, ranch dressing, sausages, many meats (including barbequed, smoked   Read More ...