Bicycles are an essential element in the lives of Amsterdammers. The bike is one of the best vehicles to transport yourself in the city: you yourself are its engine, meaning that it is good for your health; it is flexible, you get through traffic and through shortcuts easily; and it gives you freedom because you aren’t bound to public transport’s times which are seldom your times. In this series we try and discover the ins & outs of cycling in and around Amsterdam.
On the day of the event, Spiritual Center de Roos looked like a safe haven. The streets of Amsterdam were dark and rainy, making de Roos look kind of like a spot that angels or elves would live in fantasy films. Inside the center it was time to talk Hardcore Zen with Brad Warner: Zen teacher, filmmaker, blogger and punk-rocker all in one. Warner, American, is on a European tour to promote his new book, There is no God and he is always with you.
The InLivin’ staff is made up of people from diverse backgrounds and interests; we employ vegetarians and confirmed meat-eaters, gluten frees and bread fanatics! There are those who won’t eat dairy products, unless it’s Burrata mozzarella! We even have one guy who believes in a beer, nuts and salad diet. (ed: The beer is usually bio at least.)
With more and more plastic materials being used for the products we consume on a daily basis, it has become essential for us all to take the responsible steps to recycle every bit we can. That said, until recently, the city of Amsterdam hasn’t made that process very easy! So if you’ve been wondering where all the plastic recycling points and containers are, see below.
Of course! All of us know how to breathe, otherwise we wouldn’t be around for too long! But, there are various ways to breathe, and some are better for your health. If you wanted to know some great ways to get your breathing under control, here are some tips.
You can’t miss the many advertisements for gyms and fitness centres found everywhere. But what makes a good gym and what should you look for when joining a gym. Some gyms are considered to be “high-end” with the latest equipment, sparkling facilities and highly trained specialists…and some are “old school”, a bit stinky, with outdated equipment and trainers straight out of the first Rocky movie!
Whether you have a gym membership or do any sport activity regularly, it is always good to have some basic exercise gear at home. Especially when living in Holland, there are far too many rainy days that may stop you from leaving your house! It is no wonder that you may use the weather as an excuse to skip your exercise routine.
With several documented health benefits, isolation tanks and sensory deprivation have become quite popular lately. Here are some of the basics.
The world is a candyland of experience for young people and taking them to exciting places is all part of being a kid and a parent! That’s why we are listing some healthy options to do with you child.
Part 1: Outdoor, Free or Low Cost.
Being healthy has become more than a simple trend these days; for many it has become a lifestyle. With so many choices out there, it can be tough to know what to spend your money and time on in your pursuit for happiness and sense of well-being.
