MindBodyGreen Contributor
Colleen Wachob is passionate about yoga, eco-fashion, natural beauty, and delicious vegetarian food. She lives in Brooklyn, New York with her husband.
"Even the dream of making a living at your creative work, or simply reaching a professional level -- what those in the field call...More»
Kris Carr, motivational speaker, wellness coach, and cancer survivor’s third book, Crazy Sexy Diet is a must-read, modern wellness bible. It’s the book I wish I had read in my early twenties...More»
Want to reset your mind and body after a season of holiday parties, cookies and eggnog? Perhaps missing those workouts when you leave with a radiant high? Or better yet -- want to give your body the exercise trifecta of strengthening, sweating, and stretching?More»
Want to create a more blissful pregnancy, prepare your body and mind for labor, and cultivate a healthier lifestyle (to enjoy even after the bun is out of the oven)? Latham Thomas, founder of Tender Shoots Wellness, a New York boutique holistic wellness practice, can help.More»
How do you create an extraordinary life? It’s a pretty important question, but probably wasn’t covered in your college curriculum. Enter the wise, witty wordsmith, Brian Johnson, and his debut book, A Philosopher’s Notes.More»
"Don't ask what the world needs. Ask what makes you come alive, and go do it. Because what the world...More»
After a day of gratefulness, there are many different ways we choose to enjoy our post-Thanksgiving bliss. For some of us this involves detoxifying yoga classes or conscious consumerism, but our dear friend, Ironman champ, Hillary Biscay, has much more ambitious plans.More»
"When you choose to see the world as a classroom, you understand that all experiences are here to teach you something about...More»
On Saturday in NYC, some of the leading ladies of wellness gathered for an enlightening evening of dialogue on inner and outer beauty. The audience sipped juices and munched on Brazil nuts, cashews, and goji berries in Organic Avenue's sublime space as the panel discussed everything from nutrition, to lymphatic massage to...More»
Last week, I checked into Pure Yoga's Upper West Side studio to experience one of Rupa Mehta’s legendary Nalini Method workouts. Rupa is the petite firecracker and founder of the Nalini Method, which blends Bar, yoga, Pilates, and resistance training. It’s known as one of the toughest, most efficient workouts in town among...More»
When looking to create a winning cold weather look with some ethical, fashionable finds, one of the first places I turn to is Stewart + Brown, the husband-and-wife duo who are partners in life and in fashion. Style icon Leighton Messter and green girl Alicia Silverstone are smitten...More»
The secret to radiating a gorgeous glow involves more than making investments in the right products for your skin type. Your hair, skin and face reflect the way we care for and nourish our bodies. How you move, sleep, hydrate and eat is just as important as...More»
You just got a bonus. You've scheduled a weekend date with yourself. You need to recharge after a brutal week at the office. Taking the time for a natural beauty treatment can be an effective elixir to feel good, look radiant, and re-charge. Today the experts discuss their favorite ways to pamper themselves with...More»
Want to begin your morning with a gentle, green beauty routine, but not sure where to start? Today the healthy beauty experts share the rituals and products of how they start their days.More»
What's your Survivor product? The one thing that you can't live without? The cosmetic that comes on every flight in your quart-size ziplock bag? Our healthy beauty experts give us the scoop on their desert island beauty product.More»
Why do technicians at nail salons protect their faces with masks? Ever wonder what’s in some hair care products that can revolutionize hair from curly to straight in just a few hours? Have you experienced an allergic reaction walking into...More»
This week we are featuring the leading ladies of natural beauty and discussing beauty each day of the week. Learn from these pros how to get a safe, beautiful, and natural glow.More»
Last week at the Tibet House in New York, Dr. Frank Lipman, founder of Eleven Eleven Wellness Center and an expert in integrative and functional medicine, continued his empowering dialogue on reinventing health care. He was joined by Dr. Robert Thurman,...More»
Whether your morning breakfast ritual involves a Spirulina-infused green blend, organic sprouted Ezekiel bread, or some grain-ola, experts agree that a healthy breakfast is key to re-setting your body and energy for the day.More»
We knew about the "Dirty Dozen" list for fruits and veggies, but our friends at No More Dirty Looks tipped us off to the David Suzuki Foundation's new "Dirty Dozen" list of toxic ingredients in cosmetics and personal care.More»
Regardless of ethnic background or age, many women have some sort of gripe with their hair. Comedian Chris Rock, an unexpected advocate for healthy beauty, hones in on...More»
An audience of engaged doctors, yogis, and wellness enthusiasts gathered at the Tibet House in Manhattan last week for a talk with Dr. Frank Lipman (whose patients include Maggie Gyllenhaal and Kevin Bacon, to name a few), an expert in...More»
Be prepared to leave your inhibitions in the locker room when you step into Grace Lazenby’s (she’s trained Courteney Cox, Sarah Silverman, Carrie Underwood, as well as Olympic gold medalist...More»
"The long-running debate about whether humans are capable of genuine altruism is, in practical terms, less significant than the question of how we understand our own interests. Will we understand them narrowly, concentrating on...More»
Barre3, Madonna’s latest fitness fetish, is part detail work, part posture alignment so that you can high-rep and stretch your way to a longer, leaner body. Sadie Lincoln, barre3 founder and former 24 Hour Fitness executive, stopped by the Big Apple last week...More»
When someone asks about our recent vacation to Berlin, the first thing I share is how inspirationally green the German capital city is. From the children and adults of all ages riding bicycles...More»
Rhonda Byrne follows up her international bestseller, The Secret, by taking the power of positive thinking beyond the Law of Attraction in her latest book, The Power. Whether you are looking for a little nudge to help you seize the moment, follow your passion, or lead...More»
"I am still determined to be cheerful and happy, in whatever situation I may be; for I have also learned from experience that the greater part of our happiness or misery depends...More»
In Mario Batali's just-opened 50,000 square foot homage to Italian cuisine, Eataly, it’s not the...More»
Slim Calm Sexy Yoga is the debut book from Tara Stiles, founder of Strala Yoga and private instructor to Deepak Chopra. These three words -- slim, calm, and sexy -- have different interpretations for every woman. For me, it's healthy, patient, and confident. Whatever these...More»
"Promise me you'll always remember: You're braver than you believe, and stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think."
--...More»How many people do you know have moved to a new city or town for a new job or career opportunity? But, how many people do you know have moved to a new city -- just for the city -- whether it be for the green spaces, the low cancer rates or...More»
Want to evolve your home into a greener sanctuary, but not quite sure where to start? Look no farther than New York Times bestselling author and Oprah guest, Sophie Uliano's latest book, Do it Gorgeously: How to Make Less Toxic, Less Expensive and More Beautiful Products.More»
"Action is about living fully. Inaction is the way that we deny life. Inaction is sitting in front of the television every day for years because you are afraid to be alive and to take the risk of expressing what you are.More»
"Ultimately minding the body and mending the mind have more to do with wholeness -- healing -- than with curing. To be whole means to be a flexible adventurer, ready to meet life's challenges with engagement and curiosity. It means feeling a sense of connection to...More»
Ever wonder why some doctors give pregnant women a laundry list of cosmetics to avoid during pregnancy? Or stopped to think why technicians at nail salons are protecting themselves with face masks?More»
In an interview with the WSJ in his Berkely living room, Michael Pollan shares a food rule that many Americans may be reticent to embrace: "Pay more, eat less."...More»
With the growing innovation and interest in eco-friendly fashion across the globe, the desire to be fashionable and ethical are no longer mutually exclusive ideas. Greener designers are developing new ways to re-engineer product life cycles, source fabrications and trim, while reducing the impact to our world's...More»
If "No Pain, No Gain" was the fitness slogan of the 1990’s, the popular mantra of this era is "No Mind, No Body." Staples of our modern fitness routine, yoga and Pilates, reinforce that to transform your body, you must evolve your mind. Patricia Moreno’s intenSati, takes it...More»
A calling. A passion. A destiny. Professional surfer Holly Beck has found the elusive and exhilarating state in which the boundaries between work and play are blurred. After years traveling the world and surfing some of the most remote and exotic...More»
New York is a city of green early adopters. Gotham was a green pioneer before green was the new black. Between Mayor Bloomberg's goals of reducing the City's carbon emissions by 30% by 2030 and ensuring...More»
We are more aware than ever that how we save and store our food is just as important as our food’s sourcing and preparation. I used to cringe in disappointment after buying my ingredients at the local farmers market and consciously preparing the meal, to...More»
There are few people on the planet as fit as ultra-distance endurance athlete Rich Roll. Even among the elite, disciplined cadre of Ironman athletes, Rich sets new precedents for endurance challenges. Men's Fitness magazine named him...More»
Do you want to get your Pops what he really wants this Father's Day? Well since the Tesla Roadster likely doesn't fit into the still-lingering-recession budget, we have 8 better, healthier, and greener gifts for Dad at every price.More»
I was curious to read Women Food and God by Geneen Roth because almost every woman I know has had a "thing" with food at some point in their lives. Some calorie-counting neurosis and some life-threatening illnesses. In high-school, my best friend and I believed two fat-free bagels provided a perfectly nutritious...More»
I love rockin' my recycled plastic Melissa ballet flats, wearing my Threads4Thought organic tees, and sporting Pants to Poverty knickers -- but beyond making greener purchasing decisions, we can also make an impact on the planet every week when we wash a load of...More»
Becoming a parent motivates many people to become more interested in healthy living and healthy eating for themselves and their children. The complex world of nutrition is daunting for adults, and even less understood for...More»
The abundance of fresh, organic produce, the interaction with the source of our nourishment, and the fascinating people watching are just a few of the many reasons to enjoy the farmers market. Need some tips to navigate the bounty of freshness? Four of my favorite tips from Michael Pollan's best-selling book, Food Rules: An Eater's Manual...More»
How many books have your read on healthy eating? Self-help? Fitness? Dating? Leadership? Wellness? If your bookshelf looks anything like mine, Amazon should probably be thanking us for our intellectual curiosity. But what about the modern marriage?More»
There are few athletes who enjoy training and competing as much as Ironman champion Hillary Biscay. Hillary's peers, some of the toughest athletes in the world, will even admit that Hillary eats better, trains harder, and takes care of her body like no one else.More»
From linen shirts, to TOMS Espadrilles, to Nantucket red chinos, summer fashion has finally infiltrated the city. With the start of summer weather, we are looking into one of the most critical pieces of any summer wardrobe: the swimsuit.More»
I admire how Martha Stewart revolutionized an industry and made the art of entertaining beautiful, invigorating, and affordable. From launching a line of green cleaning products to raising her own chickens, Martha is committed to being environmentally responsible as well.More»
What do I love about the start of Spring? Being able to run outdoors in New York, taking a break from winter's wardrobe of chunky sweaters and boots, and eating the plethora of local and seasonal fruits are just a few of the simple pleasures. Spring cleaning? While it's probably not first on my list (or yours), the start of spring is a great...More»
If you're a woman who's feeling like your boyfriend/hubby deserves a green gift for being so eco-friendly this Earth Day -- or you're a dude who just likes cool, green gear -- here are three awesome products...More»
It's Earth Day and if you're a woman who's feeling like you deserve a little eco-shopping splurge for all your green goodness this year we've got you covered. Here are four awesome products at varying price points that you might want to check out...More»
Are you a woman who's looking to get started with healthy and green living? Or maybe you're interested in spirituality or looking to get inspired? Here are four of my favorite books to help get you started...More»
It’s official. You no longer have to sacrifice your social conscience for your shoe style. Whether your style is sporty spice, downtown chic, or sleek sophistication, I’ve captured three eco-savvy shoes that cover your footwear needs.More»
Summer is around the corner and I'm so ready to enjoy some sunshine and its healthy doses of Vitamin D. Summer weather also requires some quick and easy tweaks to your natural beauty routine to keep you glowing in the sunshine. Below are four natural products...More»
For the green recessionista, THE PLANT Café Organic in the Marina is a no-brainer. It's definitely the destination of choice for the post-Bar Method, post-Triathlon club, post-yoga crew...More»
I haven’t seen as many tight black pants on the streets of New York since 1997, before the $100+ fashion jeans craze conquered Gotham. Well, the black pant is back, in a...More»
Since 1985, Scott Willett has been living and dreaming about triathlons. As he developed his passion, he also worked to give life to others' triathlon dreams. Scott has participated in multisport events of all lengths from sprint to ultras.More»
Located in San Francisco's SOMA district, "The Good Hotel is intended to be the first hotel with a conscience. Our philanthropic and positive approach is designed to inspire the 'good in us all.'"...More»
When looking for stylish, comfortable, eco-chic rooms in San Francisco...More»
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