Forest Bathing is a Japanese practice called ‘shinrin-yoku’. It means taking in the forest through our senses. Using our sense of sight, hearing, taste, smell and touch to reconnect with nature. The Japanese have been researching the benefits of forest bathing. A two-hour session is recommended as a great way to unplug from technology, slow down, de-stress and relax. Other … [Read more...] about Where to Go Forest Bathing near Brisbane
Health + Fitness
Vibrant Ayurveda Wellness Centre
Vibrant Ayurveda provides a range of Ayurvedic services by experienced doctors. The West End venue includes an extensive Ayurvedic natural pharmacy stocked with products from renowned manufacturers in India and Australia. This includes toothpaste, soap, shampoo, tongue cleaners, neti pots, ayurvedic spices, incense, essential oils, herbal tea, groceries, and health … [Read more...] about Vibrant Ayurveda Wellness Centre
Jett’s Gym J Series Review
Jett’s Gym J Series is a HIIT and strength-based training session located at selected local gyms. The sessions are lead by a qualified trainer and last only 30 minutes. The classes have motivating music and TVs show a display of the exercises at each station. You rotate around each station. If you forget what to do - just ask the trainer, follow along on the digital screen … [Read more...] about Jett’s Gym J Series Review
Australia’s 5 Biggest Sporting Events
Though there are countless reasons for people to visit Australia, one that's become increasingly common is sports tourism. Australians are known for their love of sport, and accordingly, there are numerous world-class events that locals and visitors alike enjoy taking in. Here are five of the best sports events hosted on Australian land: 1. The Australian … [Read more...] about Australia’s 5 Biggest Sporting Events
Getting motivated to enjoy the outdoors in Winter: Free weekly parkrun in Brisbane
Enjoy the outdoors every Saturday morning at 40 locations around Brisbane with a free parkrun at 8 am to kickstart your weekend. Not just for runners … at parkrun you can walk, jog, run, push the pram or bring your dog along. It’s a free weekly social activity run by volunteers and as it’s non-competitive (you only compete against your own weekly times) encourages all … [Read more...] about Getting motivated to enjoy the outdoors in Winter: Free weekly parkrun in Brisbane