Bike Wars
Article by Serena Runyan There are 30-some-odd bike sharing programs in China but the leaders of the pack are Mobike from Shanghai and Beijing’s Ofo, both with millions of monthly active users. In...
View ArticleProject Fitness: CrossFit and Your Dimensions
Article By Kellen Battles Here is the transparent truth about CrossFit: it’s hard. It challenges you mentally, and physically. It is not exactly as it’s seen on TV. The fact of CrossFit, in my...
View ArticleTHE BIG CHILL: 4 things to prepare for winter and where to find them
Article by XIANEASE If you’re an avid reader of our magazine, you might be wondering why we seem to care so much about the weather. It’s for a couple of reasons: firstly, because the sharp and sudden...
View ArticleEAT, SLEEP, TRAIN, REPEAT: THE SQUAT
Article by JC Some love it, most hate it, but no matter what our personal feelings are we have to admit the results are amazing. Doing squats is like learning a new art form—it’s not a cruel and...
View ArticleAPP ATTACK
Article by Serena Runyan Being an expat in China isn’t always easy, but there are some things you can do to make life a lot easier for yourself. One of these things is to fully embrace the electronic...
View ArticleEAT, SLEEP, TRAIN, REPEAT: Deadlift
Article by JC Deadlifts are not only for bodybuilders or The World’s Strongest Man competitions, they are for everyone: young, old, men and women. Starting Position First of all the bar should be...
View ArticleEAT, SLEEP, TRAIN, REPEAT: Bench Press
Article by JC The bench press is one of the most popular exercises to do. It’s often used to show off to fellow gym goers…but are they actually doing it right? On the bench Before you lie on the bench,...
View ArticleEAT, SLEEP, TRAIN, REPEAT: Shoulder Press
Article by JC Standing barbell overhead press The bar should stay evenly on the rack; both sides should have the same amount of weight. Hand placement Walk to the bar and put your hands on the bar in a...
View ArticleEAT, SLEEP, TRAIN, REPEAT: hip thrust
Article by JC Why do we need to train our glutes? It will create a high and strong butt. It may be the best exercise to give you that high strong butt. By having a high butt it will also make your legs...
View ArticleQujiang Obstetrics & Gynecology Hospital – Your Maternity Refuge
I f you’re planning to give birth in the ancient city of Xi’an, your precious newborn has a safe place to come into this world: the Qujiang Obstetrics & Gynecology Hospital certified by the...
View ArticleValentine’s Day on Lockdown
Assuming that all the recent new has got you feeling a bit overwhelmed, it would be understandable that you might not realize that today is Valentine’s Day. The tradition of going out and spoiling...
View ArticleUsing the Hospital in China:A XIANEASE Guide
Article by XIANEASE Given the recent outbreak of COVID-19, many people have been left wondering how exactly the medical system here in China works. There is a certain amount of anxiety centered around...
View ArticleAvoiding Summer Dangers
Summer is in full swing, and in Xi’an that means soaring temperatures and a rise in humidity. This presents challenges and if you are coming here from cooler climates Mosquitoes Mosquitoes are at the...
View ArticleThe Perils of Being an Expat How Living Abroad Impacts Your Mental Health
Article by XIANEASE For many expats, the first time that we left home for the long term was one of the most exciting moments of our lives. An entirely new place, with people, cultures, and experiences...
View ArticleAn Interview with Lianbang Dental Clinic Founder Dr. Deng Banglian
Article by XIANEASE Dental health is important to your overall health, but for many expats, a visit to the dentist can be nerve wracking. Miscommunication can lead to detrimental consequences, so you...
View ArticleCelebrating Excellent Women Eileen Gu
Article by Jin Zhou The theme for this year’s International Women’s Day (March 8th) is: “Gender equality today for a sustainable tomorrow.” This year’s campaign is represented by the #BreakTheBias...
View ArticleThe Great Indoors: Exercises You Can Do At Home
Article by XIANEASE 2022 started off with more than a whimper than a bang, with Xi’an’s 13 million residents on lockdown until nearly the end of January. Even though those times are, for the moment,...
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