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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...

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...

[Offbeat]: The Tao of Ear Cleaning

Getting up in the crease with an ancient Chinese ear care technique.  

10 Super Famous Nail Styles (And Where To Get Them)

Can’t stop the rain. Can’t keep to the diet. But at least we can paint our nails.

[Wellness]: Acupuncture for Better Sex and Less Stress

...and weight loss, addiction and more.

[The Quiet Life]: 21st Century Tea Houses

Calm your mind without damaging your liver.

[How To]: Get Shanghai Out of Your System

"The Purge" is more than a low-budget horror film.

[The Quiet Life]: Retreat at Jade Buddha Temple

Checking-in to the famous temple for a weekend of chanting, meditation and silent reflection

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...

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...

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....

[Stayin’ Alive]: No! More! Swabs! The Better Way to STD Test

Men, ever been swabbed for STDs? That medieval practice is disappearing as more places in...

Breast Deals: Free Mammograms!

In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness month, Jiahui International Hospital is doling out 500 free...

[The List]: Ballet Barres Around Town

From relevé to plié, the barre instructors who can get you toned like a ballerina

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...

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