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When you think of the hottest exercise, you think of Pilates. You know the images of beautiful women in matching activewear gliding effortlessly on reformers. Perhaps it’s its connection to TikTok’s coveted “clean girl” aesthetic or just the fact that it’s easier to get into, this low-impact, high-benefit exercise has been gaining popularity in recent years. But new data suggests that Pilates may be in decline due to the rising cost of living. According to data revealed by health and wellness app Kic, 73% of Pilates enthusiasts have quit or cut back on their healthy habit because of the price,…
by Sunday Ani president Founder of Omo Yoruba Niwa, Olaseni Bokini, has raised eyebrows over the attempt by Our Heritage Branding and Advertising Ltd to patent the Osun-Oshogbo festival, stressing that the festival embodies Yoruba tradition, identity and spirituality and should never be patented. He described it as an important cultural and spiritual event celebrated annually in Osogbo, Osun State, Nigeria, saying: “It has immense importance to the Yoruba people and the international community which cherishes indigenous traditions.” The festival, which worships the river goddess Osun, is more than a series of rituals and celebrations; it is a profound expression…
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STRAUDES MILLS — The crazed world of hot pilates and hot yoga is a fitness phenomenon that’s taking the wellness world by storm. Certified instructor Bria Gaumer, who has been teaching classes at Body & Soul Community Centre in Strode Mills since 2018, said class attendance has more than tripled since she started there. “It exploded.” Gaumer said. “I think there were about eight to 10 students in that first class, but it’s really taken off. We have a wide range of ages, from people in their 70s to high school and college students.” Now, on…
Architecture firm Design by 83 combined traditional elements with contemporary forms and finishes when designing this Buddhist temple and educational space in Busan, South Korea. The Fuhyon Buddhist Meditation Center was established as an urban outpost of the Fuhyon Zenmon Temple, located in the mountains of South Gyeongsang Province, an area difficult to access for many devotees. Design by 83 designs Bohyeon Buddhist Meditation CenterDesign by 83 was tasked with creating a facility that would include a religious shrine, as well as space for Buddhist teaching and housing for two bhikkhunis. The studio aimed to introduce a contemporary design language…
(© rh2010 – stock.adobe.com) Want to slow down aging in a few months? A new study suggests that adopting a vegan diet for even just eight weeks could be the key to slowing the biological aging process. The study provides compelling evidence that a plant-based diet can have a profound effect on cellular health and lifespan. This study BMC Medicine The study, conducted by researchers at Stanford University and TruDiagnostic, focused on a unique group of participants: 21 pairs of identical twins. By comparing twins who followed either a vegan or omnivorous diet for eight weeks, the scientists were able…
It’s rare to find an exercise that has so many benefits that it’s also fun. Chloe Hodson of Chloe’s Pilates said in her Instagram Reel that hanging from a barre is “the best exercise you can do for your shoulder health.” It “relieves pressure on joints, increases mobility, strengthens muscles and improves posture.” She also shares some surprising benefits.Hanging from a bar is an ideal exercise for anyone with shoulder or back problems. “By releasing pressure in the shoulder joint and improving mobility and strength, hanging can help reduce shoulder pain, especially if you have conditions like impingement syndrome or…
Taking good care of your skin is important to maintain a youthful appearance, and anti-aging ingredients are essential to achieve these results.Retinol is a big buzzword in skincare right now, and although it’s effective at reducing fine lines, wrinkles and hyperpigmentation, it’s not for everyone.Also known as Vitamin A1, this powerhouse is swarming mainstream skincare brands, but Hada Labo Tokyo (Japan’s number one skincare brand) is one brand that’s bucking the trend. And it’s for good reason, reveals Dr Nisa Aslam, dermatologist and HadaLab consultant: “Six in 10 women have purchased skin care products that promise more youthful-looking skin, but…
In recent years, the pursuit of happiness has spawned some crazy, bad, and frankly, pretty silly ideas.Practicing yoga with goats. Soaking in a giant tub of ice water. Eating only purple food. Meditating upside down. Microdosing magic mushrooms.In fact, it seems we’ll try anything to banish the blues and add a little more vibrancy and energy to our daily lives.The latest happiness fad has emerged as the humble fava bean, Vicia faba, which has health benefits that even surpass those of spinach.Firstly, it is rich in protein, dietary fiber, iron and vitamin C. It is also good for bone health,…
Working out in the cold weather isn’t easy. When the temperatures drop, motivation and enthusiasm disappears for many of us, and our equipment ends up sitting unused in the corner (though it’s only after my gym trainer has been staring at me for days that I finally feel inspired to take it for a walk). But what if the answer was realistic, bite-sized workouts that you can do at home? We’re talking quick workouts that don’t take up too much of your time but still get your body moving and maintaining momentum. Now, perhaps not surprisingly, we have tons of…