From Costa Rica to Hong Kong, Nicaragua and back to Hong Kong, Andrea Ramirez is the kind of fitness trainer who garners a following. Andrea is Flex’s new master trainer behind the exciting FLEXtreme concept, a three-dimensional fitness and strength program devised to complement Flex’s existing studio offerings. Offered at various times at both One […]
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The so-called battle to go greener, cleaner and healthier in the kitchen is easier than you think. From the tools you use to cook, to which containers keep food safer and fresher, there’s a simple solution to help you and your family incorporate a truly holistic approach to total wellness and sustainability. They’re not difficult,
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How do you choose the most effective complementary or ‘alternative’ therapy? If you lack energy, are trying for a baby, suffer unexplained pain and/or stress, or gut health is a concern – among a myriad of other concerns – seeking alternative help can be the solution. For many, trying a few therapies is the best
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It might be so-called Dry January for many, but that’s exactly when these healthy hydrators come in even handier. Thanks to the founders of Genie Juicery, best friends Melanie Barnish and Cara McIlroy, we have snaffled inside information on how to mix two delicious and super simple juices (not sold in their stores – only
In Sri Lanka, instead of stuffing their faces with sugary muffins to get them moving, the locals savour Gotu Kola, considered a cure-all, and one that tastes pretty darn good too. Thanks to the General Manager at TRI Lanka Resort in Galle, Oliver James, we can let you in on their version of this flavoursome
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It’s the start of autumn/winter 2017 – and that means beautiful new season Athleisure-wear styles are hitting the streets. Enter London born and bred Pepper & Mayne, a sensation in the UK, new to Hong Kong and gracing both Flex studios with their ballet-inspired, new season looks, thanks to our hot-off-the-press retail collaboration with high
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If sitting is the new smoking, then it’s no surprise that sciatica is the new tennis elbow. In fact, sciatica is often caused by sitting around and/or piling on the pounds. It can also be caused by doing something physical but doing it the wrong way. “There’s a lot of misconceptions when it comes to
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He’s not a vampire. Nor a bat. In fact, Tamar Begum is a super fit former gymnast who has transformed into the city’s most expertly trained teacher of AntiGravity® workouts. And now, he’s having a great time at Flex. He comes with a bit of a pedigree. Tamer’s uncle is Christopher Harrison, the talented founder
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So the weather is slightly cooler (phew) which means it’s time for us to break out the heart-warming soups, with easy and tasty concoctions the entire family will relish. Look no further than super popular café Mana! Café’s Pumpkin Coconut Soup. Mana! has two eateries, Mana Café in Sheung Wan and Mana! Fast Slow Food
There is no doubt anymore. Exercise is medicine. Surgeon Jordan D. Metzl, a New York-based sports medicine physician and fitness trainer, recommends a prescriptive exercise regime to all his patients, no matter their age or fitness levels. In a new TIME special edition, entitled The Science of Exercise, Dr. Metzl says exercise can stop expensive
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