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Member of the Month — Janeika Donaldson!
Meet our spirited and enthusiastic Member of the Month for March, Janeika! Janeika’s kind and gentle spirit combined with her willingness to try new things makes her an essential member of Sister Fit! Learn more about Janeika below: Why did you join Sister Fit? I wanted to try out boxing and attend workout classes that…
Cooking Culture and Chaos: Episode 3—Tanzanian Fried Shrimp with Natasha Sidi
Interview by: Fatima Lee Garsi Videography & Recipe Cards by: Vicky Tan In this episode, we meet a vibrant, gentle spirit—Natasha Sidi! Almost two years ago, I received a phone call from Natasha Sidi. She wanted to do some personal strength training and boxing coaching with me. I was really captured by her vulnerability and…
Member of the Month — Eminate W’Giorgis!
Meet our vibrant Member of the Month for February, Eminate W’Giorgis Eminate G’s consistency, technical improvement, and excellent attitude make her a bright presence at Sister Fit! Learn more about Eminate below: What made you join Sister Fit? I was new to the area and I wanted to find a place where I could learn…
Cooking, Culture, and Chaos: Episode 2 — Bolani with Moska Rokay
Interview by: Fatima Lee Garsi Videography & Recipe Cards by: Vicky Tan In this episode, we feature gym member and archivist, Moska Rokay! I chose Moska as a guest for our second episode because she’s very easy to talk to, does really interesting professional work, and has contributed significantly to the Muslim and Afghan…
Member of the Month – Diya Pathak!
Meet our hard-working and ambitious Member of the Month for January, Diya Pathak! As a consistent member of Sister Fit for over a year, Diya pushes herself to be better in all aspects of her life. With integrity and a driven mindset, Diya tries hard to figure out what health means for her. She strives…
Cooking, Culture, and Chaos: Episode 1 – Tortang Talong and Beef Giniling featuring Kim Villaluz!
Interview by: Fatima Lee Garsi Videography & Recipe Cards by: Vicky Tan Welcome to our first episode of Cooking, Culture, and Chaos! In this episode, we feature gym member and new Sister Fit coach, Kim Villaluz! I chose Kim as a guest for our series because of her passion for Filipino culture and her relatability.…
Cooking, Culture, and Chaos!
I’m very excited to introduce you to our special cooking project featuring the diverse members of Sister Fit. The purpose of this six-episode cooking series is to highlight and celebrate the heritage and professional work of our guests. All of the episodes were filmed by Vicky Tan, a member of our Muay Thai program. Vicky…
Poking the Yogi Bear: What is Vulnerability?
Yoga is often the first thing recommended as a form of exercise that can help someone manage anxiety and depression. Yoga brings an awareness to the body and requires focus that feels calming. Some types of yoga do not bring the heart rate up to a degree that can feel too intense for people working…
Member of the Month: Shweta Salil!
Meet our bright-spirited Member of the Month for November, Shweta Salil! Shweta brings consistency and an inspiring attitude to every class. Her impressive improvement in her technical abilities is the result of her consistency and dedicated effort. An excellent attitude—focused, energizing, and kind—makes Shweta a true joy to have at Sister Fit. Learn more about…
Member of the Month: Jennifer Ng!
Meet our dedicated Member of the Month for September, Jennifer Ng! Jen brings consistency, a desire to be challenged, and vibrant high vibes to Sister Fit. Over time, Jen’s dedication has helped her improve her boxing skills with impressive flair – she coordinates long combinations with seamless flow and pop! Get to know more…