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- Crackdown! This is Why You Can't Get a Massage
  
  Those of you with aching backs and sore feet may have found this out already: it's becoming increasingly hard to get a massage in downtown Shanghai. Even if you are able to find a place offering legitimate body massages (increasingly difficult) or even just a foot massage, the odds are high you will only be served by a masseuse of the same sex as you. What's going on? We called 10 massage parlors around the city to find out. Read on
- Becoming the Iceman in Suzhou: Trying the Wim Hof Method
  
  Last Sunday, while Shanghai was experiencing the hottest early April in 1873 years, I took an ice bath for the first time. Buckets of ice cubes floated in the tub. Seconds after I stepped in, I thought my feet would fall off. I stormed out — as quickly as one could while in the water — and decided it was too much for me. Read on
- Pusssshhh!: Trying The Labor Pain Simulator
  
  Here's a fun idea for a night out! Did you know there are places dotted around Shanghai where you can experience the pain of childbirth through a simulation? There are! I went to one in Yangpu and paid 125rmb to be hooked up to a pink car battery. Some ideas are just too good to keep to yourself. Read on
  
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- Fitness News: Brazilian Dance-Fighting, Free Physical Therapy, and More
  
  A new branch of Capoeira Mandinga opens in People's Square, doling out free trials for anyone interested in the fine art of dance-fighting. This weekend, UP Clinic offers free recovery treatment to marathon runners, V Spot's hosting a burlesque class, and nakedHub has free workouts Read on
- 11/11 Boutique Gym and Spa Discounts
  
  You've used up your free trial and have seen how the other half lives, now's your chance to get back in there with 11/11 discounts. This weekend will bring promotions at Shanghai's favorite boutique studios like Body Blacksmith and Pilates ProWorks, as well as discounted facials and wellness stuff in-between. Read on
- Yoga For Days and Shanghai's First 'Fitness Leaders Summit'
  
  Yoga in the morning at Moka Bros, yoga in the evening with Green Initiatives. Lots of yoga. Also on this week, Boss Lady and Lizzy's All Natural host a Leader's Summit and more! Read on
- Breast Deals: Free Mammograms!
  
  In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness month, Jiahui International Hospital is doling out 500 free mammograms. Just like a lot of things that are good for you, a mammogram is no picnic, but is the best preventative measure in detecting early signs of breast cancer. Jiahui in Yangpu is offering free screenings to women most at risk: those forty and older. Sign up here for an appointment, all you need is your passport number. This promotion will be running until the end of October.
- Fitness News: Modern Dance, MMA and More
  
  A few reasons to dance just came up, including a weekly "free-form" dance class and a new ballet studio offering classical training to beginners. Plus a workshop on the ins and outs of MMA, part-time trainer gigs and more. Read on
- Fitness News: First Look at Physical Therapy Spot UP Clinic
  
  The new UP Clinic offering physical therapy, a new yoga studio in Zhongshan Park, boxing (with the Shanghai Famous!) and more, more more! Read on
  
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- Fitness News: The Deal with Classroom Soho and V-Day Discounts
  
  A lot going on in fitness land this week including a few workshops at Zenergy and a chance to "run away" with Runnershai. Also, Qixi Festival discounts and a look at Classroom Soho, a place for fitness instructors to rent studio space on the cheap. Read on
- Fitness News: A First Look at WeBox and More Places to Sweat This Week
  
  Here's a look inside WeBox, the newest boxing gym from the people who brought us Brawl on the Bund and Golden Gloves, and a look at what soft-opening deals they've got. Plus info on early-bird registration for the Chaim Gebber Dance Workshop in September, some bike-related gossip, and more. Read on
- Fitness News: PlayGround Tested, Summer Bootcamp and Retreats on Offer
  
  This week, we test the new PlayGround Girls' Fitness, a women-only studio with barre, yoga, and Gisele Bündchen inspired sessions. Also, what joy summer brings with Golden Gloves summer bootcamp, a Linwards-Absolute MMA collaborative retreat this weekend, and more. Read on
- Fitness News: Body Blacksmith Tested and Gym Deals this Week
  
  Just out of soft opening, here's what it feels like to train at Maurad Tcherouka's new gym Body Blacksmith and what they're offering to newcomers. Plus another new studio dedicated to the ladies and trendy classes annnd super cheap trial pricing. On events WeBox (the new, still not open boxing gym) will throw some punches at Moka Bros, a Neon Night Run and more. Read on
- Fitness News: A Look at Pure Fitness and New Boxing Gym WeBox
  
  Two fancy gym openings this month, from Pure Fitness the slightly more boisterous cousin of Pure Yoga to Golden Glove's new 'boutique' gym WeBox. We take a look and let you know if you can afford it so you don't have to. Plus a few ways to celebrate International Yoga Day tomorrow 'cause that's a thing. Read on
- Fitness News: Dragon Boat Rowing and Discounted Zumba and Hip Hop
  
  Oh man, anyone else three days into the FitFam Challenge? On the real, it's painful to type. If you're not waking up at the crack of dawn and looking for workouts on the cheap, there's a new dance studio that's got a deal on a two-class bundle for Zumba, Hip Hop, and sexy sexy Jazz classes (oooww ow). Also the annual Pride Run, Moka Bros just doing the most for Dragon Boat, and more free stuff. Read on
- FitFam’s Annual '10 Workout Challenge' Starts Sunday
  
  Have you been wanting to join the FitFam community for just the longest time but can’t get yourself out of bed at 5.30am? They're adding some incentive, with their biggest challenge kicking off June 3, 10 workouts over 14 days. There’ll be teams, free trials at mystery gyms, and prizes sprinkled in. And after a 50rmb registration fee, all sessions are still super free. Read on
- We Checked Out Biofach 2018, China's Top Organic Products Trade Fair
  
  When talking about the growth of China's middle class, the representative of Palm Done Right was hopeful, his eyes shining with excitement. Estimation might vary, but according to McKinsey & Company, 76% of China's urban population will become middle class by 2022. "Just imagine the potential of that!" he said. At this year's Biofach China, the Chinese version of world's top-tier organic food trade fair Biofach Germany, hundreds of companies are scrambling to get a piece of the action. Read on
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