With the arrival of the Huawei Watch D it seems that my long search for the perfect gadget to keep track of my blood pressure is over. Monitoring ECG and SpO2 are a plus. This watch was introduced in late 2021, it came to UAE in mid 2022. Here are the noticeable features of this […]
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Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and the Latest Findings
A while back I was skeptical of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Traditional Chinese Medicine or TCM is based upon the concept that there are different pathways on our bodies called meridians through which energy flows to different parts of the body such as limbs and organs. What happened was that the skin of one of my […]
Making it a habit.
If you want to live a happy life then you must define your values and live by them – consistently. Suppose you attend gym by 6 O’Clock after office. This is one of your values for a healthy life and everyone in your office knows about that. Now you’ve got a project deadline and everyone […]
Strength Training Dangers – Gym Warning by The National Daily
My mantra has been “Feel Hearty”, “Be Fit and Be Safe”, “Train slower to become faster”. I am delighted The National recently published my comments and story in their article about “Gym warning for UAE office workers“. “I could not start the exercise routine as I would hurt myself and give up for a few […]
Riders Group with new Abu Dhabi cycling tracks
Cyclists have praised plans to make a new cycle network in Abu Dhabi to separate vehicles from bikes, oral communication the move can stop future road tragedies going down. sport teams same the new network can encourage individuals to cycle and guarantee those on 2 wheels don’t clash with vehicle traffic. It followed the announcement that Abu […]
Watch my story on CNN – Tackling the Gulf’s obesity epidemic
Watch my story and interview on CNN special coverage on health program – Vital Signs with Dr. Sanjay Gupta. It is the first part of the interview that is live on CNN (http://www.cnn.com/vitalsigns). Feel so blessed and thankful to God for giving me this opportunity to make a difference in mine and other people […]
Participation in Annual Terry Fox Run 2015 – Abu Dhabi to raise awareness about Cancer and Research
I have been in Abu Dhabi for almost 10 years and delighted to share that I have been a regular to attend the Annual Terry Fox Run ever since. I have seen the popularity and number of participants grow each year. The Terry Fox Run is an annual non-competitive charity event held in numerous […]
Start of a New Initiative – Active Weekends in UAE
Great community initiative started last Saturday – Active Weekends. Please join us every Saturday at nice places in UAE for little walk / jog followed by coffee / drinks, share your stories and have fun! smile emoticon This is a perfect way to start your Active and Healthy Lifestyle. You will find the details of […]
Participation in 150 Kms Flag 2 Flag Ride from Dubai to Abu Dhabi – 2013
I found this video link while searching for some old content. This was a UAE National Day celebration event. A 150 km + ride in hot weather of UAE from Dubai to Abu Dhabi. I participated in this event and this ride was fully escorted by Police and Safety vehicles. It was a unique and […]
ITU Abu Dhabi International Triathlon
ITU Abu Dhabi International Triathlon was on this last weekend in Abu Dhabi. It was a spectacular sight to see the fastest and fittest Triathletes race to the finish line on the backdrop of beautiful sights in Abu Dhabi. The competitors included my favorites Jodie Stimpson and Jonathan Brownlee. It was a chance to meet […]