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A lot of clients come to me telling me they have “done everything they can” when it comes to reaching their personal fitness goals - whether those goals are weight loss, disease prevention, muscle gain, or just all-around better health. While the average fitness consumer has more access to health information than she would have had just a decade ago, she also has access to an equally vast body of misinformation and poorly interpreted science.
Bloggers, unlicensed “experts” and bogus
Heart for Hustle: In this series, The Busy Woman Project interviews a couple of amazing, strong Women of Asia who, in pursuit of their passions, moved on to set up businesses on their own. Follow our series as these ladies share their views on gender-related challenges, what drives them & more!
We speak with Stephanie Dickson, Founder of The Wedge Asia & Green Is The New Black on the conscious living movement.
"Conscious living is a choice. It’s taking
Many moms can be fanatic when it comes to feeding their little ones an organic, plant-based, sugar-free diet - but when it comes to clothing, it is easy to forget that. After food, clothing is actually one of the most prevalent ways little ones absorb nasties into their bodies.
When it comes to shopping for the kids, juggling scouting for nicely designed clothing, while trying to stay mindful about the eco-logical impact of fast fashion, and the animal abuse endured
"We generate a lot of textile waste every year. According to the National Environment Agency, Singapore generated over 150,000 tonnes of textile and leather waste in 2016 but only 7% of it was recycled. To put this in perspective, this is roughly 47 pairs of jeans per person in Singapore!"
We speak to Agatha "Agy" - a textile artist, environmentalist, mother and wife. This lady previously co-founded Connected Threads Asia and Fashion Revolution Singapore to bring greater awareness to
If you did not worry about your environmental footprint prior to having kids, chances are it will be on your mind from the moment you chuck your first diapers. The seemingly endless array of stuff you accumulate and dispose of as kids grow is alarming!
Whether you are a parent, a to-be parent or not, how can we tread a little lighter with our purchases, as well as raise the next generation to care about taking good care of the
Did you know that the apparel industry accounts for 10% of global carbon emissions and remains the second largest industrial polluter after oil? Or that the polyester fibres in our clothes take more than 200 years to decompose?
A typical factory worker in Bangladesh earns USD32 a month and works 14-16 hours a day, while a factory worker in China earns 10 times (USD327) on average. This is one of the reasons why more production is being pushed to Bangladesh.
Sophisticatedly elegant with an energetic and vivacious personality, Stephanie Carrington loves to experience new & wonderful things that life has to offer and is always out for a that next challenge.
"It’s not always easy or a successful, but even just the effort of trying something new and out of the ‘norm’ gives a surge of self satisfaction, which in turn allows us to grow (mentally, physically or even emotionally).
Always be grateful for all things that come your
Currently a TripleFit trainer, we speak to Sara May on what she thinks about the current fitness trends and how she keeps her physique (and abs) in tip-top condition. 'Cause this 38 year old surely doesn't look her age!
Originally from Colombia, Sara is a qualified and certified fitness instructor with a degree from the Colombian University PCJIC. Having been in the industry for many years now, Sara has a vast experience in leading Les Mills group exercises, Pilates, as
Regarded as one of the most recognized names and faces in Asia, this German-Chinese Singaporean Denise Keller was launched into stardom as one of the most popular VJs on MTV Asia. Modelling extensively throughout Southeast Asia, as well as in New York, Tokyo and Hong Kong, Denise has since graced fashion catwalks and the covers of Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar, FHM, Shape and ELLE.
Today, apart from being a Lifestyle, Travel & Adventure Host on Discovery Channel and TLC, this
For this series, we speak to a couple of individuals who embrace yoga as part of their daily lifestyles - both on and off the mat. For Jiamin Yang (@jyan.yoga), yoga is the perfect medium for her to communicate, forge connections and better understand her students, as well as her partner - Leonard, a fellow Acro & Fitness Instructor.
I started with Ashtanga Yoga, which is my
Looking to challenge yourself? The Busy Woman Project is the Community Partner for YOLO Run - a fun & performance run event where participants are encouraged to free themselves, and be part of a run that gives back to society. "You Only Live Once" encourages participants to seize the day, not care about what people think, and free themselves from labels, stereotypes, body types and inhibitions.
Race in Bangkok: 10 Sep (Sun); Hong Kong: 1 Oct (Sun); Singapore: 11 Nov
Whether you are based in Hong Kong, Singapore, or other areas in Asia & beyond, you'll probably have someone around you who's a "yogi", "practicing yoga" or a "yoga class addict". In some cities, you may even find a couple of yoga studios down the same street, coupled with athleisure brands that cater to this group of growing consumers.
So...what exactly does a practice mean? How can you discover what suits you amidst the 'commercialisation' of yoga? How has
"Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food." - Hippocrates
Who loves a good Turmeric Golden Milk Latte or turmeric-based drink? (We know Grassroots Pantry does a pretty mean Turmeric Chai cup ;)) Apart from it being a comforting, delicious drink, are you conscious of what you're putting into your body and the associated benefits & uses?
"Turmeric is a 'superfood hero' and the 'grand daddy' of all spices. Beyond its well acclaimed anti-inflammatory powers (due to the antioxidant
Heart for Hustle: In this series, The Busy Woman Project interviews a couple of amazing, strong Women of Asia who, in pursuit of their passions, moved on to set up businesses on their own. Follow our series as these ladies share their views on gender-related challenges, what drives them & more!
In conversation with Peggy Chan, Founder of Grassroots Pantry ("GP") - one of our community's favorite organic & eco-conscious restaurants in Hong Kong. The philosophy of GP is that
What is Conscious Living to you? We speak to a couple of individuals leading the Conscious Movement in Asia, including Cristina McLauchlan - a lady who wears multiple hats including Founder of The Vibe Tribe and Brand Manager of MANA! - one of Hong Kong's most popular healthy, organic & zero-food-waste cafes.
"Conscious Living to me means that you are living in a holistic way. Looking at your’self’, your life as a whole entity. Observing what you think, what
With 600 people expected to be at the Pocari Sweat Mass Fitness Event in Singapore, we can’t wait to feel the energy and sweat it out together with the pack!
LOOKING FOR A SWEAT BUDDY or a tribe of Sweat Buddies to discover health & fitness experiences and to plank it out with you at the Pocari Sweat Workout? The Busy Woman Project has got you covered here. (Are you living in other cities or based in Singapore but
We all speak of change and making the world a better place - but change actually begins with the little steps we take; change begins with us.
What do you spend your hard-earned money on and where does it go?
Does your dollar go towards an active wear company that practices gender equality and gives its female employees equal opportunities in top management?
Does it go towards a business that provides women in impoverished communities safe jobs that help better
Ups and downs throughout the day are normal and are part & parcel of our lives. However, with some easy tricks, you can feel good all day (for most of it, at least!).
Not everyone is a morning person and some of us have difficulties getting started. Why not try starting your day off with a BANG? Literally jump out of your bed and get moving!
Movement involves light stretching, jumping
You've just signed up for a race / run event / marathon (or perhaps it's on your to-do list for the year) - your longest race to date, or the longest one in a while - and now, reality’s beginning to sink in. Given your busy work schedule, social life, travels and bad weather or pollution days for some, how exactly are you going to prep for it? By putting one foot in front of the other, that’s how!
Here
The World Health Organization’s (WHO) definition of health is "a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.”
How often do we see people start making lifestyle changes only when they or someone close to them falls ill? Why wait for something to go wrong to only have to spend more time (and money) fixing it later?
Whether you’re on a mission to launch your own brand, planning for