Tuesday, April 17, 2018

80,000 Attend Art Basel Hong Kong 2018: Asia’s Biggest Art Fair

Hong Kong is well-known as a city of diverse cultures, hence events like the world-renown Art Basel Hong Kong show and market, which took place in March at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC), where it attracted an overall attendance of 80,000 people. Not to mention in the next few years the city is focusing on plans such as building the West Kowloon Cultural District (WKCD). The WKCD will be an international-grade Arts and Culture hub that will provide diverse events including Choral Concerts, Cantonese Opera and much more– built just in time to complement Gay Games 11 Hong Kong 2022!  #GGHK2022 plans to use the WKCD as the perfect venue to showcase our Arts and Culture events. The Gay Games will be an amazing opportunity to bring LGBT+-led arts into the general community and Asian cultural elements to the global LGBT+ community.  
Other highlights of Art Basel Hong Kong include:
Art Basel Hong Kong has become an essential stop on the global fair circuit, and this year was no exception! With approximately 80,000 people in attendance over the 3 day event, this year is definitely the largest and most robust yet.
Attendees of this year’s Art Basel Hong Kong were able to view almost any kind of contemporary art their hearts desired, from galleries representing 32 countries and territories. Art was showcased from all around the world, including the obvious: London, Paris, Hong Kong, and New York, but also from lesser-known places such as Yogyakarta, Zug, and Cluj.
Approximately 248 galleries were able to showcase their wares in a marketplace that has been expertly primed to encourage commerce. Over the past 5 years Art Basel Hong Kong has become a destination for international collectors hungry for paintings, sculptures, videos and installations of all types.
Hosting the 2022 Gay Games in Hong Kong for the first time will be a simply amazing experience for all. For people who have never been to Asia, it will be a chance to experience the kindness, the culture, the food and the different ways of life of this part of the world. For the local LGBT+ community, it will be a wonderful opportunity to step out of the dark and into the light. It will be a never-to-be-forgotten experience to participate, to strive for their personal best and to feel the inclusiveness of joining in sport and of attending artistic and cultural events together with more than 15,000 participants. Show your support and stay up to date on all important Gay Games 11 Hong Kong 2022 announcements by following us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. We can’t wait to celebrate with you!
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Ready to get #T8Fit? Reach your Fitness Goals with our Top Workout Tips!

If you’re ready to get in shape but don’t fancy the idea of the gym, T8 Fitness has you covered. We understand that some people would rather work out in the comfort of their own home, which is why we offer a wide variety of products that are effective, versatile, and portable. There are many benefits to working out at home– including having a tougher time ignoring the equipment that you have invested in. It’s often easy to make excuses to skip the gym, but when that exercise equipment is staring you in the face when you walk in the door, you will feel more inclined to get started.
If you are serious about getting in shape, then you should invest in equipment that you know you will use, and dress for the part too. For example, if you are all about improving your cardio, think about getting a treadmill and good running shoes and socks. Exercise mats are always a good idea, too, as you will want to stretch out before you begin your workout routines.
Starting without any sort of plan can also make it tough to get motivated every day. Put together some goals to achieve, such as losing a certain amount of weight in a specified time, and work towards those. Rather than jumping in blindly, do some research online to find out the most effective way to reach your goals. There are many different kinds of workout plans that you can follow, as well as YouTube channels with free fitness videos!
Besides the equipment and clothing you will need for working out, you will want some way to track your progress. The good news is that modern technology has made it much easier for you to do that. There are a lot of great free fitness apps available for your smartphone, so get one installed and see how quickly it can help you reach your fitness goals.
It can sometimes be tough to stay motivated when you are trying to get in shape at home, as you may be forced to do it on your own. Social media can be your friend here, as you can join all manner of fitness groups filled with people trying to achieve similar goals. Offer up support when needed and ask for it on those days when you don’t feel quite so motivated.
And remember, T8 Fitness has all the equipment that you need for your fitness journey– we hope that these tips will help you get motivated to get #T8Fit!
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Polestar Pilates Asia CEC Workshops: Rotational Sports

At Polestar Pilates Asia, there is an increasing demand for advanced look at exercises that are designed for people who are involved in rotational sports, such as golf and tennis, as well as those who are simply looking to improve their health and wellness. That demand has been heard, and on April 28, 2018, Polestar Pilates will be addressing this by delivering an advanced 8-hour Pilates course on Rotational Sports, including techniques and exercises designed to keep your client’s muscles healthy while performing these sports.
While this is sure to be exciting news for anyone who is involved in rotational sports, it gets even better, as the Rotational Sports course will be led by Polestar Pilates Senior Educator Alexander Bohlander! In addition, Mr. Bohlander will also be leading Pilates for Men (Healthy and Happy Men), and Introduction to Neurorehabilitation with Pilates, 4 hours each, on Sunday 29 Apr 2018. There will be much to learn on this jam-packed weekend and you will be getting that education from one of the best in the business.
When playing rotational sports, a tremendous amount of strain is placed on many different muscles at the same time. It goes without saying that the risk of serious injury increases when that much strain is placed on so many different muscles. There becomes something of an imbalance that can cause the lesser used muscles to be weaker, and it is often those ones that pay the price for all that extra strain. Pilates is an excellent way to build strength evenly throughout the muscles, while maintaining a balance that will help reduce injury.
Polestar Education’s Rotational Sports course teaches Pilates practitioners to incorporate Pilates exercises into the training/rehabilitation sessions of these athletes to develop greater stability, core control, and range of motion while decreasing fatigue, injuries, and biomechanical issues.
Polestar Pilates Asia offers the perfect opportunities for you to engage in Pilates training from the best educators in the business. We have everything you need– from Gateway courses for personal trainers, Yoga instructors, and physiotherapists looking to add Pilates to their existing repertoire, to advanced CEC courses that will keep your professional Pilates skills updated and fresh, and/or adds additional skills and training to your practice.
Check out our website for more info, then contact your nearest Host Centre to get started.
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Dancers love Pilates! Sculpt Long, Lean Muscles at Iso Fit

Group of people practising ballet
Iso Fit, located in Central, Hong Kong, offers high-intensity, low-impact Pilates workouts that are guaranteed to keep you moving and dancing! Pilates is a natural choice for dancers when choosing supplementary training. Why? Their long history together makes them naturally cohesive; they’ve been connected and trained together for a very long time.
During World War 1, Joseph Pilates began creating his movement program, afterwards immigrating to New York City in the 1920s where he connected with the New York City Ballet. Dancers found his method helped them achieve optimal performance and as an added (and important!) benefit, the training helped to reduce the risk of injury.
Dance is a complex movement that requires grace, flexibility and creativity– but also strength, power and endurance. Dance class alone does not provide all of the physical attributes needed to succeed, and supplemental training is essential. This is where Pilates comes in– Pilates focuses on deep core support, pelvic alignment, as well as fluid and controlled movement throughout the body. Dancers also prefer Pilates because it teaches us proper posture, encourages muscle balance and builds support in a whole-body workout that focuses on proper movement. This results in the efficient, fluid, whole body movements that are also essential principles of dance.
The physical demands on a dancer, both in studio practice and on stage, are immense, and careers are very often cut short due to the sheer physical demands. Pilates has helped countless dancers extend their careers by allowing them to build the attributes they need to succeed– physical strength, lean muscle, increased flexibility. It is also not uncommon to see dancers continue with Pilates long after their careers end, with some even choosing to teach it to others.
While dancers greatly benefit from using Pilates to build lean muscle, flexibility and grace,  anyone can enjoy the same benefits by attending Pilates courses at Iso Fit Hong Kong. Iso Fit has a number of options available, including group classes available where you can get in shape and make new friends, and/or individual Pilates lessons, which may be better for those of you looking for one on one advice or just a little privacy in your sessions.
Stop by Iso Fit today, or call us at +852 2869 8630 to learn more and book your assessment!
Visit: 802-805, 8/F Yu Yuet Lai Building, 43-55 Wyndham Street, Central, Hong Kong
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Healthy Pre and Post Workout Habits from utime Fitness

When you want to get in shape, you go to utime Fitness Studio’s, as you know you will have access to the best equipment and training available 24 hours a day. While the gym that you choose for your workouts is incredibly important, what you do before and after your workout has a major impact on your overall results. Pre-workout routines (including what you eat and drink as well as proper stretching and warm up techniques) play a major role in your performance and can help you reach levels that you wouldn’t be able to attain otherwise.
Consistently engaging in physical activity is only one part of obtaining and maintaining good health, good nutrition and sleep, among other factors, are also very important. Building good habits will ensure your muscles recover properly, help you fuel your workouts, and maximize your results. Here are a few good pre and post workout habits to build:
Get Enough Sleep
Getting enough sleep is important both pre and post workout. Sleep helps you stay energised through every lift or sprint, and helps with muscle recovery afterwards. Common sense, right? Well here’s something you may not know: Sleep also keeps your hunger hormones in check, helping to prevent overeating and keeping your fitness goals on track! Seven hours of sleep is recommended per day for adults.
Hydrate
Drinking water, not soda, not beer, not juice– WATER is crucial to overall health and plays an especially important role for fitness buffs. Replenishing your energy! You should be sipping water before, during, and after a workout.
Post-Workout Nutrition
Refuel within 30-45 minutes after your workout with a mixture of carbohydrates and protein.
This window of time is called the ‘anabolic window” and will help your body recover quicker by replenishing glycogen stores and rebuilding muscle. If you skip eating after a workout, you will likely feel ravenous later on and chances are… you won’t reach for a salad. Try packing a post-workout snack or shake in your gym bag for easy convenience.
Questions? Ask any of our friendly staff at utime Fitness Studio for more info or supplement advice– and remember, we’re open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for your convenience!
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Douglas White’s Proven Social Media Methodology has been implemented in more Companies in Asia than any other!

Seven-time Pacific Conferences workshop speaker and PRDA Founder Douglas White is a very high-demand expert on Social Media with an emphasis on China and highly knowledgeable on the largest global ecommerce market; Asia. In 2017 alone, his proven social media methodology was introduced to more than 90 companies, including training over 600 professionals in various industries. This means PRDA’s proven methodology for social media management has been implemented and trained in more companies in Asia than any other!
Douglas White has been featured on CNN and is also a frequent speaker and current lecturer at Hong Kong University, as well as Pacific Conferences and other professional venues. His impressive resume begins with almost 30 years of digital experience working for companies like Lucent Technology, PWC, and IBM implementing enterprise level solutions (Big Data).
But soon Douglas became enthralled by Social Media, and the sheer capacity it had for changing the world. Thus approximately 14 years ago he left the corporate world and entered into the world of social media marketing– launching Asia’s first video portal, creating Asia’s first viral video, and ultimately resulting in opening PRDA, Hong Kong and Asia's first agency focused only on social media.
A true original on the social media scene, a few short years later Douglas developed his social media methodology which is still taught to this very day at his speaking engagements and the most effective method of implementing and delivering social media success to our clients at PRDA. It is also the key to testing a company’s social media health, and is intuitive and systematic for easy implementation and reporting. Companies routinely achieve a 40% or more improvement in performance with a reduction in resources and budget. Global Sources, Manulife, Sun Life, Siemens, Banyan Tree, Galaxy Entertainment, TCL and many more have experienced the success of PRDA’s time-tested and proven social media methodology.
PRDA offers all the social media tools your business needs to master social media and establish your brand online. We offer a full digital solution, including Content Strategy, Corporate and Private training, Branded Content, Engagement, Risk Management, SEM/SEO, Digital Audits, Inbound marketing, Account creation, Analytics and Competitor Analysis, Publishing, Social CRM and Lead Generation.
Please contact Douglas White at Douglas@PRDA.Asia to inquire further, or visit our website for more information.
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