to join or unite..

Since i am planning to stop working out at Fitness First by end of September this year, i decided to make most of my remaining time there.

Last week, I joined a 1-hr session of gentle flow yoga for the first time. I had attended a yoga class at Brahma Kumaris in Tagaytay before but it was more of a meditative kind.

Accordingly, yoga is an ancient tradition of self-healing and self-realization that incorporates postures (Asanas) and breathing. Yoga enhances well being by increasing physical strength, mental focus and clarity.

The word Yoga itself comes from the Sanskrit word “Yuj” meaning to join or unite. This implies the joining all aspects of the individual – body with mind and mind with soul.

Flow Yoga is Fitness First’s exclusive brand of Yoga especially designed for the health club market and environment. This program comes in 3 formats to suit all participants regardless of fitness level and experience.

Gentle Flow, which i chose to take up first, is a slower paced, flowing class that synchronizes movement with breath. Taking a focus on relaxation and stress release, this class is ideal for those new to Yoga (like me!) and exercise, pregnant participants (not me!), and those seeking a gentler workout (yeah, for a change).

I must admit the gentle flow yoga had a positive effect on me. it was indeed a stress reliever activity.

I will try Dynamic Flow Yoga next time..

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my sunday afternoon..

i am in fitness first right now.

thank God, i just finished a 2hr-session of working out after spending my time lounging around, reading two broadsheets, drinking two cups of brewed coffee, and making phone calls.

i was almost tempted to go home after attending the Feast this morning. you see, it was raining cats and dogs when i dropped by mega mall to take my lunch. i was already imagining myself at home, reading a book or watching a dvd copy of ally mcbeal tv series.

actually, it was because of recalling a recent picture of a chubby me with the best-selling author larry gamboa which finally made me muster my strength to burn my calories off. huhuhu!

well, i've done my time here. i must go!

tomorrow is another day..

What's happening - August?

check out my new blog!

i just created a new blog, my sweet indulgence at http://www.foodnetwork101.blogspot.com/

my first post chronicled my first ever bloggers' party held at Taste Asia, Mall of Asia, Pasay City.

enjoy scrolling! :)

Buhay Coke Bloggers Party

Hi! I am back in manila again! But before i could tell you all about my vacation at my beloved hometown, surigao, let me share with you an e-invitation i got from jomar hilario.

There will be a Coke Bloggers Party tomorrow, August 8, 2008 at Taste Asia (beside SM Hypermart), Mall of Asia, Pasay City. The party will start rolling at 6pm and will end at 12noon the following day.

I am so excited! Free-flowing food, drinks (especially my favorite, coke zero!), and more surprises awaits partygoers! What else can you ask for in this great event?!

Interested? Join me!!!

(inset shows the recent party held at the same venue. for more pics, please click these links: Pinoy Life at Large and Aethen.

Do you want to survive?

I've already read this article from the newsletter i got from The Feast exactly a month ago. According to Bo Sanchez, in order to survive, one should think like an entrepreneur, not like an employee. To have an entrepreneurial thinking, he suggested five options. Of which, two options struck me. These are: 1) get more training and 2) keep your day job and start a business on the side.

Interested to read bo's article entitled, "Do you want to survive? Think like an entrepreneur"? click this.