Most Sunscreen Is Bad For Marine Life
“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 […]
Living With Less: A Minimalist Lifestyle
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 […]
Are We Destined For A World Without Peanut Butter?
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 […]
Easy & Delicious Recipe: Sweet Potato Chips
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 […]
Experiencing A Prenatal Massage For The First Time
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, […]
“Traditional” Companies Creating Vegan Products: L’Oréal Professionnel
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 […]
Why Doctors Should Prescribe Dance
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 […]
Why You Should Get A Fitness Tracker
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, […]
A Different And Effective Way To Stretch Your Quads
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 […]
Living With An Autoimmune Disease: What Reduces And Aggravates Inflammation In Psoriasis
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. […]
Give Yourself A Boost: A Morning Routine Template To Start Your Day
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 […]
When Health And Wellness Goals In Your Relationship Collide
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 […]
Want To Feel Happier? Practice Gratitude
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 […]
My Keto Diet Experience – Practicalities, Frustrations, & Results
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 […]
Pregnant?! 7 Essential Videos To Ensure The Health Of You & Your Baby
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 […]
Next Event #3 – Siyaflo Health Series: FEED YOUR MIND
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 […]
Recap Of The Siyaflo Spicy Summer Event!
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. […]
Mat Collective – Free Outdoor Yoga Around 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 […]
Learning About Hormones – An Evening On Women’s Health
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 […]
Siyaflo Health Series Event: Spicy Summer!
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 […]
#Connect – A Recap Of Siyaflo’s Inaugural Health & Wellness Event!
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, […]
Vancouver Veg Expo
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! […]
Vancouver Event: Siyaflo Health Series #Connect
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 […]
Feature: Chinese Meridians Yoga Workshop at The Shala
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 […]
Event: Women’s Wellness Night At RYU
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 […]
The Life Of A Fitness Trainer – An Interview With Sofie Jayne Fitness
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 […]
Vancouver Event: Yoga for Runners FREE Popup Class
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 […]
What And When To Eat Before A Fitness Class ;)
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 […]
Fria’s Superfoods: A Healthy Cape Town Delight
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 […]
Vancouver Event: Health & Wellness hosted by Project You + The Practice Studios
(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 […]
Vancouver Workshop: How to Beat Your Sugar Addiction
(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 […]
Rooftop Yoga Play + Deliciousness at Harvest Cafe & Deli
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 […]
How To Do Half Moon Pose – A Demonstration By Yoga Instructor Kinga Gorski (VIDEO)
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! […]
Vancouver Event: Plant-Based Fitness at RYU Apparel
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, […]
Stress & Sleep Workshop – Run By Holistic Nutritionists
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 […]
Yoga Flow Festival In Mpumalanga, South Africa
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 […]
What It’s Like To Get Fascial Stretch Therapy – A Session With The Stretch Space & Vancouver Stretch Therapy
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 […]
Review: Injury Prevention Workshop For Dancers
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 […]
Kyth + Kyn Nourish Soup Blend
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 […]
WORKSHOP: How To Heal Your Digestion!
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 […]
Injury Prevention Workshop for Dancers
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 […]
Party For A Good Cause
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 […]
Free Prenatal (Or Newbie) Yoga Class
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 […]
Delicious Feature: KAPOW NOW! Foods
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 […]
Tips From A Nutritionist: Interview With Carla Budd
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… […]
Random Acts of Kindness: Dancepl3y Class for All
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 […]
Free Meditation For Beginners
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 […]
Valentine’s Day Gong Meditation for the Heart
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 […]
Event Review: The Nourished Woman – Nutrition & Meditation
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 […]
The Wellness Show – At The Vancouver Convention Centre
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 […]
The Nourished Woman: Chakra Healing Series
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 […]
YYoga’s Next Free Teacher Training Info Session
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 […]
(Almost) Free Salsa Classes in Downtown Vancouver
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 […]
Your Healthiest Self – Interviewing Body Builder Po On Yeung
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 […]
How To Understand The Mind – A Free Meditation Event
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 – […]
How To Get Stretchy – Interviewing Carolyn Schmidt on Fascial Stretch Therapy
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, […]
Fuel Your Fitness – Vancouver Nutrition Event
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. […]
Mindful Series at Lululemon Athletica Oakridge Centre
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 […]
An Actual “Victoria’s Secret Model” Workout Video
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 […]
Vancouver Event: Plant Based Healthy Eating
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 […]
Overnight Oats & Ellen – Interviewing Baker & Dancer Anna Dueck
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 […]
Studio Feature: Unraveled Yoga in Cape Town
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 […]