Who’s Coming To The First Event Of The New Year?!
WANT TO HAVE FUN, LEARN, AND CONNECT WITH A HEALTH-CONSCIOUS TRIBE, WELLNESS EXPERTS, AND BRANDS? About this Event Come get your ZEN on, learn how to live more SUSTAINABLY, then […]
WANT TO HAVE FUN, LEARN, AND CONNECT WITH A HEALTH-CONSCIOUS TRIBE, WELLNESS EXPERTS, AND BRANDS? About this Event Come get your ZEN on, learn how to live more SUSTAINABLY, then […]
Here’s what you do and don’t need when heading to a yoga studio for the first time. Definitely: Water bottle – Especially if you’re doing hot yoga! But even if […]
“Two ingredients, oxybenzone and octinoxate, commonly found in chemical sunscreens are bad for marine life—in particular, the coral reefs. How serious is this? In May 2018, Hawaii passed a law […]
[Image from the Streetsurfers video] In North America we see recycling as normal, and us doing some good for the environment. It’s another story across the world. Here’s one pro […]
If you’re looking for an educational listen that is fascinating, then check out The Knowledge Project by Shane Parrish. He has all sorts of incredible guests on the show, and […]
Anyone else really struggle to let go of clothes? I tend to wear (or at least keep) my clothes until they die. I feel bad giving them away when I […]
If you’re looking for a a good stretching routine for your whole body, here’s what I usually do in my classes. Make sure to hold the stretches for a decent […]
I think it just might. Why? Because people are moving away from all-meat diets. There isn’t enough meat to sustain everyone on the planet. And agricultural land is quickly eroding […]
If something in a class doesn’t jive with you, don’t do it. I went to a yoga class where they did a lot of kundalini movements. Maybe I need to […]
Dance. That’s not to say I can’t do any of it, but I love jazz class, which is super energetic, with lots of jumps, twists, and turns. It’s not terribly […]
I’m all about supporting local whenever possible these days. It’s better for the environment because businesses don’t have to transport goods over long distances. And it’s good for your community. […]
There are some cool things happening in the environmental space. For starters, Jason Momoa came out with several different types of water, “It’s just water” as he says, but it’s […]
Research discussed in Harvard Health Publishing found that 20 minutes of time in nature reduces cortisol levels, which means you feel less stressed. Another study found that 20 minutes in […]
Have you been struggling to meditate? Do you keep saying you’ll get into it but then never end up committing? You and me both. I’ve realized I can easily come […]
Here are two exercises you can do to work on your posture. These are especially good if you have a rounding of the shoulder blades (ie. you’re hunched forward). More […]
Roasted chickpeas are a great snack because they’re healthy and you can take them on the go with you. I often just make mine quickly with olive oil and salt! […]
I wouldn’t call myself a minimalist. Not yet. But I’m working on it. The more I travel around the world the less I need. Do you ever notice that? Living […]
I’m hopeful that no, we’re not. Key word being hopeful. But things feel pretty dire at the moment. No peanut butter in school at all? Seriously? I remember LIVING off […]
If you’re on the hunt for environmentally-friendly items, check out your local farmers market. Markets may not be the cheapest options, but it’s good to support local. Not only because […]
Want to get into the splits? Or at least increase your flexibility around your quads, hips, and hamstrings? First, warm up your body, by doing some cardio. It’s always better […]
For starters, a lot of growing bellies! At all different stages of pregnancy too. If you’re looking to find more pregnant women in your area this is a great place […]
Here’s another go-to snack recipe I love. It’s so easy and delicious. Ingredients: Sweet Potato Olive Oil Salt That’s it! You can also add pepper or chilli powder if it […]
When asked if I wanted to come for a prenatal massage at an RMT school my initial thought was, will it hurt the baby? I knew I was probably overreacting, […]
Ever been on a road trip and been uncomfortable the whole way? Well being pregnant amplifies that. I just drove from Vancouver to the Okanagan and I was definitely glad […]
I love the idea of growing your own vegetables. I also hate the thought of wasting food, so why not re-grow any onions you buy from the store? You know […]
(Sightseeing in Malaysia, 2017) Exploring the world is fun and educational. Unfortunately travelling often requires flying, which puts a big dent in your ecological footprint. Take off and landing create […]
Veganism is a big trend that seems to be here to stay. Now companies are jumping on the band wagon by creating vegan products. I recently received some products from […]
Eat a balanced diet. Exercise several times a week. Don’t smoke. We’ve all heard it from our doctors. But have you ever been prescribed dance classes? Probably not. Yet that’s […]
Who else has tight hips? If you spend a lot of time sitting (in front of a computer, for example), chances are good you have tight hips. But athletes can […]
I’m sure it varies for every mama-to-be, but here’s my experience so far. I’m 27 weeks pregnant, which is about 6 months. So I’ve still got a few to go. […]
Full disclosure, this is rather new to me, and very much a work in progress. I’m not religious so I never grew up saying a prayer of thanks for food. […]
Do you ever go to a yoga class and look around the room to see whether or not other people are using yoga blocks before deciding to grab some? You’re […]
When I first started looking into health and wellness opportunities I found the process a little daunting. Who should I speak to? How do I get involved? What organizations should […]
I make these all the time because they’re so easy and taste great. It just takes a little patience and some fine cutting skills. Apple chips are a great healthy […]
Trust me, I’ve had my fair share of jet lag. My partner is from South Africa so I’ve spent the last 10 plus years going there to visit his family. […]
In case you’ve been living under a rock, you should know that plastic water bottles are the devil. Here are some scary stats: Plastic water bottles take 1000 years to […]
You may be thinking, thanks but I’ll pass. You’ve probably heard several reasons not to buy one. Well, keep reading. “They’re not accurate.” Sure, some are more accurate than others, […]
I received a yoga towel from Topia Towel a little while ago. At first I wasn’t sure how much I would need it – I figured, I’ve got a yoga […]
Here’s a quick and easy recipe to add to your greek yogurt & berries, cereal, or eat on the go in a pinch. Ingredients: 2.5 cups oats 1/2 cup shredded […]
For starters, the Canadian government is banning single-use plastic by 2021. Maine & Vermont just recently implemented state-wide bans on plastic bags. And Kenya banned plastic bags nearly 2 years […]
Here’s a quad stretch you might not have thought of. It’s one I love to do. We do it a lot in dance classes. NOTE: If you have any knee […]
Here’s my go-to workout and dance playlist right now: What do you think? What’s on your playlist?
First off, what is Psoriasis? Psoriasis is an autoimmune disease that affects the skin. People with psoriasis have overactive immune systems that produce skin cells way more quickly than normal. […]
Unless you live under a rock you’ve probably heard just how doomed the planet is unless we get our act together and start being more environmentally responsible. I’ve been keen […]
Does your morning routine consist of you yawning a million times and making a b-line for the coffee? Mine used to be just like that. I thought I would die […]
(Instructor Kent Brun leads the class in a flow session, hosted by Lululemon) Sunshine, sea breeze, and going with the flow, what could be better? On Monday Lululemon hosted it’s […]
If you’re single, this might not apply to you, but be sure that the person that you’re swiping right on has similar lifestyle goals. Now for the rest of us […]
Have you noticed yourself complaining a lot lately? Or just feeling down? Start a gratitude journal. It’ll help. Don’t believe me? Hear from the research discussed at Harvard. How do […]
Awhile back I decided to try a diet. Not to lose weight or get slim. To get rid of my psoriasis. Psoriasis is a hereditary skin condition that causes itchy […]
Do you find yourself searching the fridge or cupboard for food, and constantly avoiding protein? (The thought of eggs, meat, chicken or fish definitely doesn’t make my mouth water, and […]
Getting pregnant is exciting but also scary. Suddenly everyone has an opinion, you’d like to think life can carry on as normal but let’s face it, your body (and its […]
(Photo courtesy of matcollective.com) Yep, it’s back! We all know that Vancouver is obsessed with yoga. Well now there’s free outdoor yoga, every Monday through Saturday, all summer long. It’s […]
I spend a lot of time at a dance studio so I can very easily tell who is and isn’t wearing deodorant [feel free to insert throw-up emoji here]. I’ve […]
What a fun event! We danced, we connected, we practiced Kundalini, we learned about nutrition and essential oils, and more! Check out the photos below to see what it was […]
I’m loving Cha’s Organics right now (and add their delicious cinnamon spice to my oatmeal every morning). Here’s why. Caring For the Environment & Its People: I’ve recently been looking into companies […]
Did you know that North Americans use about 4.68 pounds of trash per DAY? And according to the World Wildlife Fund’s latest report, 60% of animals have been killed since […]
It’s coming up! Here are the details: WANT TO HAVE FUN, LEARN, AND CONNECT WITH A HEALTH-CONSCIOUS TRIBE, WELLNESS EXPERTS, AND BRANDS? Siyaflo Health Series hosts its 4th event in […]
The 3rd Siyaflo health & wellness event on September 9th was a ton of fun! Read below to see & hear what it was like! Doors opened at 9am, for […]
What the heck is Wanderlust Whistler all about? Read below to find out about my experience this year… For those who’ve never heard of it, get with the program! […]
WANT TO HAVE FUN, LEARN, AND CONNECT WITH A HEALTH-CONSCIOUS TRIBE, WELLNESS EXPERTS, AND BRANDS? Siyaflo Health Series hosts its 3rd event in Vancouver on Sunday September 9th! It’s back to […]
Photos by THIS IS IT STUDIOS The Siyaflo Spicy Summer event was a ton of fun! It was the second event of the Siyaflo Health Series, held at iDance Vancouver. […]
(Photos courtesy of Mat Collective) What could be better? Free yoga outside on a beautiful summer day. Love it! Have you heard of Mat Collective? If you haven’t, you need […]
I recently got to attend a really interesting talk on hormones, hosted by Dr Megan Maycher & Dr Annie Savage of Bay Wellness at Hervana Vancouver. The two women gave us so […]
Want to have fun, learn, and connect with a health-conscious tribe and wellness experts? Siyaflo Health Series hosts its 2nd event in Vancouver on Sunday July 15th! Summer’s finally here so […]
Siyaflo had its very first health and wellness event on June 3rd! We packed the house at iDance Vancouver! It was a morning of yoga, meditation, fitness & nutrition talks, […]
I’m so excited! Vancouver’s Veg Expo presented by Choices Market is happening this Sunday May 27th! It’s Canada’s PREMIER vegan & vegetarian expo, so you don’t want to miss it! […]
I’m hosting my first event! It’s my inaugural health and wellness event, happening June 3rd! Come connect with others, do some carefree and fun yoga, meditation, dance, and hearing from […]
I recently went to a yoga workshop hosted by Nicola Van Schaik at The Shala, a beautiful yoga studio in Dunkley Square, Cape Town. One of the walls was half […]
A cool new event is happening soon! DATE Tue, May 8, 2018 TIME 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM LOCATION RYU – West 4th, 1745 West 4th Avenue, Vancouver COST $12 […]
I had the absolute pleasure of interviewing Sofie Jayne, a wonderfully bubbly fitness trainer from England who’s now living in Vancouver. LOVED her answers! Honest, funny, and with a kick […]
For any runners in Vancouver, Steve Nash has created a cool free yoga class that’s specifically for you. And it’s outdoors! I’m keen to see what specific stretches and salutations […]
I just had to post this adorably funny video that was part of my interview with yoga and fitness instructor Kinga Gorski. Kinga is extremely active, and is always teaching […]
I got to sit down with Simone Botha Welgemoed, a Cape Town based professional ballet dancer. She’s not just that, she’s also deaf. Listen below to hear what it’s like […]
A deliciously healthy new dessert company is here! It’s called Fria’s Superfoods, created by Fria Hiemstra. I got to spend the morning with her as she whipped up some of […]
(Photo courtesy of Project You & The Practice Studios) This sounds like a fun event for ladies! Get life planning help from a Life Coach Do 30 minutes of circuit […]
(Photo credit: Christine Pienaar) This event sounds like a must! Learn from holistic nutritionists how to kick your sugar addiction, get some recipe ideas, do a mini meditation, and eat […]
If you’re looking for a great outdoor place to do some yoga, there’s rooftop yoga in Bo Kaap, Cape Town! This week I decided to try it out. I took […]
I got to sit down with Vancouver based yoga and fitness instructor Kinga Gorski. One of the things she showed me was how to do Half Moon pose. Watch below! […]
A plant-based fitness event is happening on Tuesday evening at RYU Apparel! What’s happening: workout, food & drink tasting, networking, panel discussion, prizes (scroll down for details)! Date: March 27, […]
A cool new workshop is coming up! Learn about sleep and stress from holistic nutritionists Laurence Annez and Lisa Kowalyk while drinking some yummy superfood hot chocolate. You’ll also get a […]
The four day Yoga Flow Festival is happening this week! There will be over 70 yoga and meditation classes and workshops. Activities: Vinyasa Flow, Stand Up Paddleboard Yoga (SUP), Acro […]
I recently met with Fascial Stretch Therapist Carolyn Schmidt to get my stretch on! I worked with her, as well as her colleague Amy Laithwaite, so read on to learn more about it. You’ll also find some commonly […]
The Injury Prevention Workshop for Dancers was one of the most informative workshops I’ve been to lately. I would highly recommend any further workshops like this one. The event was […]
I recently tried the delicious Nourish Soup Blend from Kyth+Kyn. It’s a Chinese herbal soup designed by a Traditional Chinese Medicine Doctor and a Holistic Nutritionist. Knowing that it would […]
Photo: thepurelife.ca Learn what to eat from the pros! Sisley Killam is a registered holistic nutritionist (RHN) who knows digestion down to a tee! Don’t believe me? Check out her […]
Photo: Impulse Sport Therapeutics A friend of mine who is a professional dancer and instructor told me about a great event happening on Monday March 5th, 2018. It’s a workshop […]
Who’s into being active, celebrating, and giving back!? Check out the event below! Here are the details from their Facebook Event Page: An evening of ultimate celebration! There will […]
Who is pregnant (or planning to be) and wants to figure out what yoga exercises are okay to do? A free yoga class for pregnant or newbie yogis is happening […]
I’ve been focused on eating a lot healthier and more natural foods lately. I recently tried several KAPOW NOW! products and boy are they ever good! I’m OBSESSED with the smoked […]
I interviewed Registered Holistic Nutritionist and dancer, Carla Budd, to get the scoop on becoming a nutritionist, healthy meal ideas, a yummy pesto recipe, avoiding dance injuries, and more… […]
The Wellness Show at the Vancouver Convention Centre was amazing! There were so many incredible vendors, giving out delicious tasters, samples, and information. Here are a few favourites from the […]
As part of Random Acts of Kindness week, Dancepl3y and RYU Apparel are hosting a free (or by donation) dance-fitness class for all ages run! Date: February 17th Time: 9am-10am […]
There are free meditation classes for BEGINNERS happening every Tuesday! Here are the details according to eventbrite: DATE & TIME Tue, February 20, 2018 (and following Tuesdays) 6:30 […]
Happy Valentine’s Day everyone! This is happening tonight: Special Valentine’s Day Gong Meditation for the Heart DESCRIPTION Looking for something different for Valentine’s Day? Come and celebrate joyously in the […]
Last week I had the pleasure of attending part of a chakra healing series called The Nourished Woman, hosted by Abneet Sandhar at Another Space Studio in Vancouver. We started the […]
Photo Credit: @eatyourcakevancouver I’m super excited for Vancouver’s Wellness Show, happening February 17 & 18th at the Vancouver Convention Centre! They offer all sorts of resources to help bring balance […]
Happening Thursday February 8th! [below are details from the eventbrite page where you can get tickets] DESCRIPTION Welcome to a 6 session immersion exploring Feminine Consciousness through Embodiment and […]
I sat down with yoga instructor and dancer Sam Marais. We chatted about the 5 happiness hacks, Oprah, what yoga teacher training is like, why you should connect with your […]
Interested in becoming a yoga teacher? Thinking you might want to but not sure? YYoga is offering another free session in downtown Vancouver, on February 19th. They’ll answer any questions […]
Free Salsa lessons! Ok not quite, you have to pay an entry fee of $10 to get in, but there’s no extra cost for the class. It’s definitely a great […]
Photo Credit: Kent Hwang I chatted with Po On Yeung, a body building competitor and health, wellness, & lifestyle blogger of POY Meets World. We talked about things like: Where to […]
If you want to learn more about meditation and deepening your practice, a free meditation event hosted Gen Sanden is coming up! Date: Monday February 5th Time: 7:00 pm – […]
I chatted with dancer, teacher, and Fascial Stretch Therapist Carolyn Schmidt. Boy did she have tons of good insight! I’ve had the pleasure of taking some of Carolyn’s dance classes, […]
Holistic nutritionists Laurence Annez & Lisa Kowalyk are running a cool new event on February 1st! They’ll be chatting about eating right to maximize your workouts and be your best athletic self. […]
UPDATE: THIS EVENT IS NOW FINISHED There’s 1 more week left of the Mindful Series at Lululemon Athletica Oakridge in Vancouver! The last class is being held on Sunday January 28th […]
Photo Credit: POPSUGAR Fitness One of my go-to exercise videos to follow along to on youtube is the Victoria’s Secret Model Workout: 10-Minute Fat-Blasting Circuit. I know that sounds like […]
Photo credit: Lorna Jane I’m definitely keen for this! A FREE Vancouver-based event where you can get a quick workout, learn tips on vegetarian eating, and a build healthy lifestyle […]
How wonderful does this sound?! This Sunday (and following Sundays as well!) from 10-11am, there will be yoga on top of Grouse Mountain. It’s only $10 to participate, and proceeds […]
Amanda interviewed Anna Dueck, dancer, instructor, and healthy baker. They chatted about delicious and easy recipes, a morning routine that involves watching Ellen, and a baking purchase Anna can’t live […]
There’s a great new yoga studio right in the heart of Cape Town called Unraveled Yoga, and I couldn’t be happier! I’ve had an unlimited pass for several months and […]
Amanda chatted to Tanya Shiels, from Cape Town, about her role of teaching yoga, pilates, and barre. She discusses a key factor for staying healthy – avoiding injury. A: Tell […]
YogaWithin is a beautiful yoga studio right in the heart of Noordhoek, Cape Town. If you’re ever in the area, I highly recommend you go to this studio! It is […]
Full Moon Yoga is happening on Table Mountain, in Cape Town, January 2nd, 2018! No you don’t have to hike up the mountain first! For those who don’t know in […]
UPDATE: This event has past. It was fascinating to see, with so many vendors. The food was delicious and they even had some fun activities like dancing and axe throwing! […]
Here are the event details on Facebook, hosted by HUB Cycling: On Saturday, September 16th join HUB Cycling for BC’s only open streets night ride! HUB Cycling will open […]
The event is this Saturday, September 16th! Here are the details from The Dance Centre’s Facebook page: Our annual Open House offers a chance to experience a host of different […]
Here are the details, according to their Facebook event: Saturday September 9 – the annual Open House at D2 Dance Studio (55 West 8th Ave) FREE ADMISSION FUN dance […]
The last FREE yoga class hosted by Mat Collective is happening today! Their summer sessions will be coming to an end after this final class, so don’t miss it! Details: […]
On September 3rd from 1-5:30pm Baza Dance is hosting a Fall Open House Event. According to the studio, “There will be FREE dance classes, dance demos, prize giveaways and lots […]
UPDATE: This event is now over. Hope you could make it!… This SUNDAY August 20th, iDance Vancouver is hosting a Greater Vancouver Food Bank Fundraiser! Classes are by Donation! So…come on […]
UPDATE: This event is now over – hope you were able to make it! Otherwise join us next year!… Who is coming this Friday August 18th?! Here are the […]
Wanderlust was magical. What an experience! From yoga, to meditation, to meeting new people who were all so welcoming, to partying on the silent disco dance floor, to SUP yoga’ing, […]
I have been going to some of Mat Collective’s outdoor yoga classes which are great not only because it’s free, but also because it’s out in nature. Rebecca Holgate is one […]