Tag: exercise

How To Become A Personal Trainer In Tokyo, Japan (It’s Easier Than You Think)

I’ve gotten dozens of messages from people around the world who want to become personal trainers in Tokyo, Japan. So in this video I’m sharing my short story plus tips for anyone who wants a piece of the action. How To Become A Personal Trainer In Tokyo, Japan, And It’s Easier Than You Think (VIDEO)…
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Are Japanese Superfoods Overrated or Underrated?

Japan is full of delicious and nutritious food, but in this video I’m sharing my review of 10 Japanese superfoods based on the research-backed nutritional benefits, not my personal preference. Which one is your favorite? Are Japanese Superfoods Overrated or Underrated? (VIDEO) Enjoy the video and remember to leave a comment! Thanks, Menya Hinga Health…
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Fitness Apps, Eating after Exercise, Lifestyle Balance & more | Client FAQ #1

Here are a few answers to questions I’ve been asked by some of my current clients. In the future I’ll make shorter, detailed videos focused on more specific topics but this one quickly covers fitness apps, eating after exercise, lifestyle balance, how to get your kids to eat healthily and more. If you have any…
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What Is Online Health Coaching? | What To Expect, How It All Works, And How To Get Started

Health and online fitness coaching have become more and more popular over the past few years but many people don’t know what they actually do or if it makes sense to work with one. This video explains what coaching is, what to expect, how it all works, and how to get started. What Is Online…
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How To Eat Healthy Without Cooking | My Top 3 High Protein, Low Calorie Foods from Japanese Conbinis

If you ever find yourself with very little time, very few options, or very little desire to cook, these 3 ready-made meals from Japanese convenience stores (aka Conbinis) are the healthiest options I could find. They’re all high in protein, low in calories, taste great, and cost less than $5. How To Eat Healthy Without…
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SOGO Fitness Mini-Undokai (Sports Day) at Tokyo Sport Playground | Featuring Radio Taiso X

An Undokai (Sports Day) is held once a year at every elementary school across Japan, so today we at SOGO Fitness hosted our first ever Mini-Undokai for adults. SOGO Fitness is Japan’s biggest volunteer fitness community that hosts free weekly workouts and healthy lifestyle events including outdoor bootcamps, running, kickboxing, yoga, swimming, cycling, and special…
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Why Are Gyms So Expensive In Japan?! WARNING: Unsolicited Rant

Even though I worked as a personal trainer for nearly 8 of the 11 years that I’ve lived in Japan I still don’t understand why gyms are so ridiculously expensive in Tokyo. So sit down and strap in for the rant you didn’t ask for (but I think you deserve). Why Are Gyms So Expensive…
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The Best Dumplings in Tokyo: Din Tai Fung (鼎泰豐)

My first time eating Taiwanese dumplings in Tokyo. Not the healthiest dinner but all things considered it’s delicious and nutritious. If you like Chinese food and you’ve never been to Din Tai Fung, definitely get involved. The Best Dumplings in Tokyo: Din Tai Fung (鼎泰豐) Enjoy the video and remember to leave a comment! Thanks,…
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Diet vs Exercise: Which is More Important for Weight Loss?

Everyone knows that lots of exercise and a healthy diet are a must if you want to get in great shape, but most people don’t realize that when it comes to weight loss how you eat is far more important. Diet vs Exercise: Which is More Important for Weight Loss? (VIDEO) Enjoy the video and…
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Healthy Fast Food Choices: Panda Express

Most of us associate fast food with fake food but there are lots of healthy options if you stop to look for them. So in this video we go to Panda Express to see what healthy fast food choices they have to offer. This is the first of a series about how to make healthy…
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