Jain Spirit 2005 06 No22

Author(s): Jain Spirit UK
Publisher: UK Young Jains

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LIFESTYLE
JAIN
FONDA?
REBECCA HOH profiles Sarina Jain, pioneer of a spicy alternative to the workout world
ndian culture seems to be one of the most versatile and accessible going. It stands alone bursting with colour and unshakable pride but also allows itself to seep into many other cultures with ever growing ease.
We cannot deny that this is producing some amazing hybrids. It may have started with the aromas and spices being incorporated into the dishes of countries all over the world, but now it seems that the famous Indian masala is permeating through more than the kitchen walls. Not least in the glittery world of popular culture - Britney Spears gyrates to a mix of synthesised pop sounds and the dull beat of the tabla at her controversial live shows. Gwen
Stefani walks out onto the red carpet with platinum blonde s hair in a swirl of Indian sari fabric, complete with gold
rakhis and ruby red bindi. It comes as no surprise then that 3 Sarina Jain, a product of the Asian American mix herself,
has merged two defining points from both her cultures. Somewhere between the hypnotising Punjabi rhythms of Bhangra and the US fixation with the body, she has created the MASALA BHANGRA WORKOUT.
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Although now living in New York, Sarina was born and o raised in Los Angeles, but makes sure she stays connected 3 Eto her Rajasthani Jain roots, visiting India every year. She personal & Private Use Only
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