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Listen to Yourself
by Cheng-Ling Chen
During our Saturday morning run, my running buddy told me about his experience with the New York Marathon last month. He described how at around Mile 18, his Achilles tendon...READ MORE
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Don't Be SAD
by Cheng-Ling Chen
This is the time of the year when SAD sneaks up on some of us. Seasonal Affective Disorder is a type of mood depressant likely caused by lack of sunlight....READ MORE
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Get Moving
by Cheng-Ling Chen
As the year draws to an end and you set goals for next year, make fitness one of them. Exercising not only helps you look and feel better, it provides...READ MORE
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Give Yourself a Bouquet
by Cheng-Ling Chen
Need some time to decompress with everything that's going on this week? Sneak away and treat yourself to a bouquet bath. Pick herbs and flowers from your garden or gather...READ MORE
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Brain Massage
by Cheng-Ling Chen
It may be the season to be jolly, but you've got so much on your mind, you think you might just implode. Well, take a deep breath. Seriously, inhale. Now...READ MORE
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Yoga with Mom
by Cheng-Ling Chen
During my mother's recent visit, we practice yoga together. I put on meditative music and take us through a sequence of basic poses. My mother knows all about yoga, but...READ MORE
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The Turtle Beats the Hare
by Cheng-Ling Chen
We all know that exercise is key for staying healthy. The hard part is finding time for it in our daily schedule. But here's the thing: You don't have to...READ MORE
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Drive Yourself Up the Wall
by Cheng-Ling Chen
Have you been running around all day? Are your tootsies tired and sore? Put up your feet! Practice the legs-up-the-wall pose:...READ MORE
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Chill Out
by Cheng-Ling Chen
Tensions are high during this time of the year. You have a lot to get accomplished before year end, and you are behind on your holiday shopping. Or maybe it...READ MORE
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Your Secret
by Cheng-Ling Chen
Ever just feel blah? Like the everyday routine has gotten you down? Spice things up for yourself. This weekend, set aside some time and go lingerie shopping. Whether it's a...READ MORE
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Yoga Groove
by Cheng-Ling Chen
I have been paying attention to how music affects my yoga practice. I find that when I need to slow down and focus, meditative music has a deeper impact than...READ MORE
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Run for It Safely
by Cheng-Ling Chen
I was dropping my sister off after our pasta night when I saw a runner almost get run over. It was after 9 PM, and the runner was by herself....READ MORE
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Travel Beautifully
by Cheng-Ling Chen
With the holidays coming up, many of us will be flying around. The stress of holiday travel during the winter chill can easily result in wear and tear on our...READ MORE
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You DO Know Squat
by Cheng-Ling Chen
In yoga class the teacher had us squat down on the floor, something I haven't done since I was a little girl. This pose is commonly seen in Asia, but...READ MORE
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Taking It Around
by Cheng-Ling Chen
We gals have full, feminine hips that balance us. They are our verve and curve. While we focus on strengthening biceps, tightening abs, or toning glutes, we hardly give a...READ MORE
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Limber as a Seal
by Cheng-Ling Chen
Do you ever have those days when you are burdened with a lower backache? You feel stiff, and with each step or move, your back tightens? When I carry stress...READ MORE
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Taking It Down
by Cheng-Ling Chen
My cat Miso meows at me while I am doing the dishes. Just for fun, I get down to the floor on my hands and knees. As I am meowing...READ MORE
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Mother Knows Best
by Cheng-Ling Chen
Recently my mother emailed me her special home remedy for fighting off colds. I had told her I was starting to feel one coming on and was trying to fight...READ MORE
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Bad Gym Habits
by Cheng-Ling Chen
Working out in the gym is the modern urbanite's way to exercise. Below are ten commonly made gym mistakes. ACEfitness.org highlights these mistakes, along with tips for effective exercise without...READ MORE
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