Sacha C. found an urban oasis at Tranquil Space Yoga Studio.

Om in DC

"Looking to get away from the stress and craziness that is DC? Then head to Tranquil Space, one of DC's most beloved yoga studios. Conveniently located in the heart of trendy Dupont Circle, TS is truly an urban oasis . . . click here to read more"

Kelsey M. appreciates the craftsmanship of her soccer ball by Fair Trade Sports.

Elizabeth S. digs her Gaiam Recycled Yoga Mat Bag, made from recycled soda bottles.

Review your yoga studio at SustainLane. Enter slfitness in the keywords to be entered in our weekly contest.

Congratulations, Rq. B.! You are the winner of last week's review writing contest about trash. Rq B. will receive two boxes of Biobags for a review of backyard chickens. Check out Rq B.'s Review!

Backyard chickens

"One way to reduce garbage and a fun one to boot is to have a couple of urban backyard chickens. Hens, eat the leftovers (I even brought pails home from the work kitchen), produce delicious free-range eggs and give hours of entertainment. Our trash is easily cut in half by have these walking, clucking composting machines . . . click here to read more"

This week's contest is about fitness. Write a review about a product that you purchase (or don't purchase) that you use to stay fit--whether it's a yoga mat or wearing an old college t-shirt.

Enter slworkout in the keywords and write it before Friday, August 17th. The winner will receive a Gaiam Yoga Mat.

While not immediately related, fitness and sustainability connect. The health of our communities is closely related to the health of our planet. Here are the latest headlines.

China's Plan for a Green Olympics--A new stadium with solar-powered showers and a rainwater capture system is only part of Beijing's plans for a greener Olympics.

Jackson's Pool Problem Examined--Community members reacted after competitive high school swimmers developed respiratory problems from chloramines in the YMCA pool water.

Joggers Can't Run From Pollution --Urban joggers run the risk of exposing themselves to air pollution.

Have a headline we should cover? Email your links to community@sustainlane.com.

Haru K. tried out the office trampoline, and is thinking about buying one for her apartment.

Way to invigorate at the office

"I had been eye-ing the trampoline in our office's exercise room which consists of yoga mats and equipment and the trampoline, but hadn't tried it until today. It rocks - literally! I feel completely invigorated after . . . Click here to read more."

Ken O. uses Slime, a non-toxic bike tire sealantto keep his bike wheels spinning.

Rob F. recommends Spring Pilates in San Francisco, which boasts a newly renovated studio with bamboo floors and low VOC paints.

How do you work out? Tell us about it on SustainLane.

Global ECO Trade and Fashion Show:
A trade show connecting green buyers with conventional retailers interested in earth-friendly clothing designs, sustainable textiles, and eco-products.
August 26 - 29
Las Vegas, NV
globalecoshow.com

Rocky Mountain Sustainable Living Fair:
A hands-on, family-oriented event to educate people of all ages about sustainable living practices at the New Belgium Brewery with speakers, 150 exhibitors, a beer garden, and more.
September 15 - 16
Fort Collins, CO
sustainablelivingassociation.org

West Coast Green:
A residential building conference and expo with speakers such as Erin Brokovich, Ed Begley, Jr., and San Francisco mayor, Gavin Newsom.
September 20 - 22
San Francisco, CA
westcoastgreen.org

Sustainable Brands '07:
Join industry experts for two information-packed days this September to learn how to navigate this new brand landscape and develop your own sustainable brand story.
Sept 26-28
New Orleans, LA
sustainablebrands07.com

Green Festival DC:
The largest green event in the country kicks off in Washington, D.C, and then heads to San Francisco, comes to Seattle for the first time, and finishes next year in Chicago.
October 6 - 7
Washington, D.C.
greenfestivals.org

SVN Fall Conference:
Social Venture Network is a group dedicated to bringing about a more sustainable world through business. The title of the fall conference is World Changing: Innovation in Action.
October 11 - 14
La Jolla, Ca
svn.org

Bioneers Conference:
Visionary thinkers from all walks of life congregate at this weekend-long conference to discuss the forefront of positive change.
October 19 - 21
San Rafael, CA
bioneers.org

2007 Net Impact Conference:
BUILDING A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE: WHAT WILL YOU DO NEXT?
What will you do next to make our world more sustainable? On November 1-3 more than 1,500 responsible leaders including graduate business students and professionals will gather to search for answers. The 2007 Net Impact Conference will challenge attendees to explore current issues and trends in the business world while engaging them to develop an action-oriented plan for change back in their communities.

Thursday, November 1 - Saturday, November 3
Owen Graduate School of Management, Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN
Visit www.netimpact.org/conference for up-to-date information on the Net Impact conference Web site. Additional information is available via e-mail conference@netimpact.org or telephone (415)429-4230.

Green Festival San Francisco:
The largest green event in the country. Look forward to three days of food, vendors, and inspiring speakers.
November 9 - 11
San Francisco, CA
greenfestivals.org