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Melanie de Villiers Melanie de Villiers is a yoga teacher based in Madeira, Portugal. She is originally from Cape Town, South Africa. She’s been teaching since 2009 and practicing since 1995, when her psychology studies led her to explore Eastern philosophy. She is certified in Iyengar Yoga (RIMYI) and Vinyasa Yoga (Yoga Alliance), so her teaching blends precision with intuition. After a personal health crisis, Melanie found healing through Yin Yoga and trained with Bernie Clark. Her classes now reflect a non-dogmatic, somatically aware approach that values self-discovery over performance. With experience across India, Thailand, South America, and beyond, she…

To clean, dry bowl of stand mixer, add chilled, reduced aquafaba, cream of tartar, and xanthan gum and beat on high until foamy. Continue to whisk, adding sugar, 1 spoonful at a time, waiting until each spoonful of sugar is fully incorporated before adding the next. Whisk until mixture is glossy and stiff peaks form. Turn off mixer, scrape meringue from beater into bowl. Add blue matcha, if using, and gently swirl into meringue batter. Don’t worry about mixing it in fully—you are looking for a subtle, marbled effect.

If I had a restaurant, this sprout salad would be on the menu. Especially this time of year. The farmer’s markets are absolutely booming with all kinds of greens, asparagus, favas, green garlic, lilacs, and strawberries. It’s glorious. I brought a good amount of mung bean sprouts home on Saturday and threw this together for lunch. If you can’t find mung sprouts, no problem, you can easily swap in cooked mung beans, or cannellini beans, or any lentils that will hold their shape when cooked – French lentils (lentils du Puy), black Beluga lentils, etc. Another option is to grow…

You won’t believe how easy and delicious it is to make air fryer asparagus! This is now my favorite way to cook this green vegetable. The nutritional yeast adds a subtle cheesy flavor and tarragon brings a delicate herbal note.  This might sound weird, but I’ve never been that into asparagus—until this recipe came along! I was one of those people who were a little put off by its bitter flavor. But let me tell you: air fryer asparagus is a whole different ball game. It comes out tender, juicy, and almost sweet, with browned and crispy tips. Every time…

825 “Shirsha” in Sanskrit means head while “asana” means seat/pose. It is a yoga posture in which one balances on the head for an extended period of time. Mastering this pose requires dedication and continuous effort from the yoga shadhaka (practitioner). Shirshasana has been labeled as the “King” of all poses. The brain is the seat of intelligence, knowledge, wisdom and power. It is regarded king as a successful king has a happy and prosperous kingdom. A healthy brain rules over limbs and other parts of the body. Mythical story of the origins of headstand It is believed that Ravanna’s…

To medium pot, add chickpeas and their water, plus an additional can of water. Simmer, covered, for about 15 minutes. Remove from heat, uncover, and allow to cool for 10 minutes before draining. Drain and toss with dressing and pomegranate seeds. Seal in container and refrigerate or pack in your cooler.

Enjoy a wholesome and flavorful take on a classic favorite with this Spaghetti Squash with Meat Sauce! This recipe is a nutritious meal perfect for a healthy and satisfying dinner. ↓ Jump to Recipe Looking for a wholesome, satisfying dinner that is packed with flavor? This Spaghetti Squash with Meat Sauce is a family-friendly favorite that comes together with just a few simple ingredients. It’s the perfect alternative to traditional pasta night and fits right in with your real food lifestyle. Whether you’re meal prepping for the week or need a cozy, comforting dinner that’s full of veggies and protein,…

MEATBALLS. They don’t just go with spaghetti, kids. Over the past few years, I’ve created over 10 amazing meatball recipes that are filled with flavor, served with fun sauces, and seriously SO easy to make. If you’ve never made meatballs from scratch before, get ready for your new favorite cooking project. I typically make all of my healthy meatball recipes with ground chicken or ground turkey because we rarely buy beef, but you’re welcome to use ground beef if you’d like! I love cooking meatballs for dinner because they’re: Packed with tons of lean protein Easy to customize with delicious…

New personal trainers often assume that earning a certification will automatically lead to a flood of clients, but this is rarely the case. To succeed, understanding how to get clients as a personal trainer is essential. Without effective personal trainer marketing, even the most qualified professionals may struggle to stand out in a competitive fitness industry. By leveraging proven fitness marketing strategies—such as building a strong online presence, networking locally, and showcasing expertise through valuable content—trainers can learn how to get personal training clients and establish themselves as trusted authorities.A successful approach to marketing for personal trainers blends online and…

590 ‘Utthita’ = extended, outstretched, ‘tri’ = three; ‘kona’ = angle, ‘asana’ = pose Benefits Stretches the muscles of the leg, especially around the knees and ankles Stretches the hamstrings and calves Relieves stiffness in the hips and stretches the groins Lengthens the sides of the trunk Strengthens and tones the arms Relieves shoulder stiffness Good for those who suffer from lower back issues Stimulates the abdominal organs Strengthens and tones the abdominal muscles, obliques and back Stimulates digestion and relieves constipation Brings mental equilibrium and poise Technique Start in Tadasana (mountain pose) Jump your feet apart (approx 4 ft.).…