There is nothing like spending time outside… fresh air, sunshine, and exhilaration. Unfortunately, a lot of outdoor gear can easily break the bank… a solid ski jacket or pair of winter thermals can rack up the Visa bill pretty quick. Well, lucky for us, a website was created that sells top brands in all things outdooor and fitness related, from hiking shoes and headlamps to sweat-wicking pants and snow shoes, at a deeply discounted price.
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January 22, 2012
Internet’s Best: Discounts on Active Outdoor Apparel & Gear
January 21, 2012
Equinox’s Yoga Video – Nothing But Inspiring
If you have not already seen the incredible video shot by Equinox, featuring Briohny Smyth, then stop reading this post right now and check it out. Assuming you have, you have also heard about the uproar this has caused about exploiting sexuality in yoga. This isn’t the first time we have heard this song… last year when renowned yoga teacher Kathyn Budig was featured in tastefully shot ads for the brand ToeSox, which showed her in yoga poses wearing nothing but the socks, she was criticized for sexualizing yoga as well and bringing a stigma to the practice. My question is, who are the people making these claims? In my opinion, anyone with sound judgement would find the ToeSox ads and Equinox’s video nothing but inspiring.
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January 21, 2012
Its Amazing What Surfaces…
“I was in yoga the other day. I was in full lotus position. My chakras were all aligned. My mind is cleared of all clatter and I’m looking out of my third eye and everything that I’m supposed to be doing. It’s amazing what comes up, when you sit in that silence. “Mama keeps whites bright like the sunlight, Mama’s got the magic of Clorox 2.”
– Ellen Degeneres
January 19, 2012
Internet’s Best: Recipes
My husband Ron and I LOVE to cook. Finding recipes, putting our own spin on things, and discovering new cooking ideas is one of our favorite activities. Naturally, we try to keep things healthy and nutritious (for the most part) while enjoying meals that are tasty and different – anything but bland. We are big fans of the Mediterranean Diet, whose basic premise is to eat natural, whole foods – mostly veggies and fruits, legumes, nuts, whole grains, lots of fish and limited animal protein, while avoiding sugar and processed food.
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January 18, 2012
Welcome to ShiningSoulYoga.com
Welcoming to ShiningSoulYoga.com, inspiration for all things yoga, wellness, food and fun! This site was created because I have always been looking for one single web page that covers the things that interest me most. My intention is to share my thoughts and information about health, yoga, healthy food, and good times. Enjoy the site, and keep your soul shining.
~Brigitte
