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FIRST IF... 

Scarfing down a 

protein bar at your 

desk has been “lunch” 

far too often. 

87 

EAT A GIANT 

LUNCH, DROP 

5 POUNDS IN 

A MONTH 

Five hearty 

bento boxes that 

let you chow 

deliciously and 

lose weight. 

63 

SCULPT 

ABS LIKE 

THESE 

Fit-fluencer 

Emily Skye 

shows you 

how, and 

drops all kinds 

of wisdom 

on bullies, 

“dessert 

babies,” and 

why we need 

to stop beating 

ourselves 

up about 

our bodies. 

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP RIGHT: JUAN ALGARIN (SKYE); MATT RAINEY; JUAN ALGARIN; MATT RAINEY; BETH BISCHOFF; CHRISTOPHER TESTANI 

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96 

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Take on the world. 

COVER 

STORIES 

Six major reasons 

you picked up the 

mag! What to read 

first? We have a 

few ideas. 

45 

BEACHY HAIR 

Top pros share the 

no-muss, no-fuss, 

no-watts way to 

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Five up-andcoming 

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FIRST IF... 

You’ve been on/off 

the fitness wagon 

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you can count. 

On Our Cover Emily Skye photographed by Juan Algarin. Fashion editor: Jacqueline Azria. Hair: Aaron Light for Honest Beauty/The 

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Hydrating Lip Treatment. On Emily: Lanston tank, Saha Swimwear bathing suit bottoms, Jennifer Meyer earrings, Jet Set Candy necklaces, Coco Loves Rome 

ring, G-Shock watch, Lotus Jewelry Studio silver bracelet, Pandora Jewelry wrap bracelet, Miansai cuff ring, Elizabeth and James ring. Flip cover: The Next 

Fitness Stars photographed by Juan Algarin. Styling: Gabrielle Porcaro. Hair: Eloise Cheung for Davines/Kate Ryan Inc. Makeup: Colleen Runne for Diorskin 

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July/August 2017 

seen female 

clients lose a few inches 

off their waist and 

hips by adding targeted 

lower-body weight 

lifting to their weekly 

routines.” 

p. 20 

‘‘I’ve 

FITNESS BONUS 

Flip the issue 

for these stories! 

2 

WHO WILL BE 

THE NEXT 

FITNESS STAR? 

Five finalists. Five goals. 

Only one winner. You 

choose! 

16 

KICKING ASPHALT 

A roundup of smart 

running goodies to 

make you lighter, faster, 

stronger 

20 

NEVER SKIP A 

LEG DAY 

Mix-and-match moves 

that define your thighs 

and calves in the time 

you have 

28 

H 20, GO! 

The latest pool 

workout? Not water 

aerobics (sorry, 

Nana!). We’re talking 

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strength training. 

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2017 

And now, back to 

the regular issue… 

BEAUTY 

50 

TECH MIRROR, 

TECH MIRROR 

ON THE WALL 

Can a high-tech gadget 

better your complexion? 

One WH writer’s 

surprising reflections. 

144 

UNCHARTED WATERS 

H 20 is a precious resource. 

Meet the next wave of 

beauty products that are 

helping to save it. 

FASHION 

56 

IN SEARCH OF THE 

PERFECT TEE 

Come for the $7 T-shirt that 

flatters every shape and size. 

Stay for eight more options 

that fit your personality. 

148 

COMFORT & JOY 

Summer heat, we feel you! 

So it’s out with the clingy 

and tight, in with the linen 

and light. Happy dressing! 

HEALTH 

76 

THE NEW MIND-BODY 

CURE 

Real women reveal how hypnosis 

(yes, hypnosis!) helped ease GI 

pain, anxiety, insomnia, and more. 

82 

URGENT CARE OR ER? 

The wrong medical destination 

could cost you thousands of 

dollars. Let our handy infographic 

guide you. 

84 

YOUR BODY ON… 

FIREWORKS 

How those colorful explosions can 

impact your mood and your skin 

and, whoa, even lengthen your life 

140 

THE TRUE COLORS OF 

PROBIOTICS 

Yogurt. Supplements. Chips?! 

Probiotics are everywhere. But are 

they cure-all bacteria or just hype? 

WH investigates what the buggers 

can actually do for your health. 

WEIGHT LOSS 

100 

FEEDING ON FEAR 

Fact: Doomsday headlines and 

social media are messing with 

your slim-down efforts. What to 

do to get back on track. 

LOVE 

114 

FIRST COMES LOVE… 

Cue the nostalgia (and Taylor 

Swift): We’re talking exes. Why 

we can’t seem to shake the first 

one we gave our hearts to. 

118 

THE THINKING MAN 

Actor Ansel Elgort, star of 

Baby Driver 

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LIFE 

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MOST LIKELY TO 

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HOW TO FIND 

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WEEKENDS HAPPIER. P. 36 

In Every Issue 

10 EDITOR’S LETTER 

A word from the Boss Lady 

14 ADVISORS 

Indispensable expert tips 

16 #WHSTRONG 

Fitness, food, and style inspo 

for a kick-ass month 

20 ASK ANYTHING 

When it’s okay to submit a 

two-page résumé, plus other 

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Summer Incense 

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LETTER FROM THE EDITOR 

THE POWER OF “WHY” 

It’s one of the earliest things elementary 

school students and journalists 

alike learn about constructing a story: 

who, what, when, where, why. “Why” 

always comes last (sometimes beat out 

by “how,” but let’s ignore that for a 

minute). And it’s a prime example of 

“last but not least.” Because without the 

“why,” there’s no purpose, no meaning, 

for all of the rest. “Why” puts things 

in context, it helps us understand and 

get better and move forward. 

That’s why—there it is again!— 

beyond a story, it’s important to have 

a “why” to power you through life. 

For me, my 

“why” is to find 

fulfillment in two 

crucial places: At 

home, it’s about 

providing for and 

nurturing my 

sons. At work, it’s 

being part of a 

larger good, being 

able to see— 

particularly in real 

time, thanks to social media—that 

Women’s Health can truly improve 

women’s lives, be it by busting mental 

health stigma, fighting for paid 

maternity leave, or simply giving easy 

ideas for eating a little bit better today 

than yesterday. 

This month’s cover girl, Emily Skye, 

has an incredibly powerful “why”; in 

fact, it’s why we booked her. Plagued by 

self-hate and body loathing for years— 

brought on first by schoolmates, who 

bullied her about her large eyes and thin 

frame, then later by fashion companies 

for being “too muscular”—the 

Instagram fitness star wants to ensure 

that other women never feel the way 

she did. She’s an advocate for a new type 

of fitspo, one that blends aspiration 

with reality, honesty and authenticity 

Pre-makeup face, post-vacay belly: Emily 

Skye shows it all. Ever since she was told 

“fitness models don’t have tummy rolls,” her 

mission’s been to make #fitspo #realspo. 

with workouts that’ll have your bod 

burning the next day. Emily juxtaposes 

images of her incredibly toned abs with 

pics of her “dessert baby,” a post-meal 

stomach pooch, and shows off big ol’ 

chin zits—just like the ones we all get. 

She preaches strength over skinny, and 

treating yourself kindly over beating 

yourself up—all while challenging her 

followers to get healthier. And she’s 

thoughtful: “Before I post anything,” 

she tells WH, “I ask myself, ‘If I were 

talking to my youngest self, what 

would I have wanted to hear?’” (For 

more from Emily, see page 63 and 

follow her at 

@emilyskyefit.) 

Emily’s also a 

judge for WH’s 

Next Fitness Star 

competition, our 

fifth-annual search 

for an up-andcoming 

trainer 

who has not only 

the skills and 

the passion, but 

a “why” that makes you want to work 

out with her. Meet our five finalists on 

page 2 of our fitness bonus (flip over the 

issue), and cast your vote for the winner! 

And if you need help determining 

your “why,” fill out the questionnaire 

on page 14 of the fitness bonus. Then 

let us know what it is! Write us, tweet 

us, ’gram us at @womenshealthmag— 

because our “why,” always, is making 

sure you have the inspiration, the 

tools, the “how,” to achieve your “why.” 

AMY KELLER LAIRD 

Editor-in-Chief 

@amykellerlaird 

@aklaird 

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ADVISORS 

WH ADVISORY BOARD 

STORY OF THE MONTH 

“HOW TO FIND YOURSELF” 

On page 132, we ride beside 

316 women to discover what it 

takes to compete in a nine-day 

off-road race in the Moroccan 

Sahara. Below, WH advisor 

Manisha Thakor reveals her most 

daring moment—and what she 

learned by taking that risk. 

“After I got divorced, I needed to reboot my 

life in a new location. Through my own mini 

version of Eat Pray Love, I spent six weeks 

testing places from Boulder to Barcelona. 

Portland, Oregon, won, and I moved there 

without knowing a single person. I learned 

that having a chance to start fresh at age 

46 is both terrifying and exhilarating; that 

the brain, soul, and heart have an amazing 

capacity to learn and heal at any age; 

and that one can make some amazing new 

friends in yoga and Spinning classes!” 

ANTHROPOLOGY 

HELEN FISHER, PH.D. 

Research professor and 

member of the Center 

for Human Evolutionary 

Studies, Rutgers University, 

New Brunswick, New 

Jersey; author, Why Him? 

Why Her? Finding Real 

Love by Understanding 

Your Personality Type 

CARDIOLOGY 

MAJA ZARIC, M.D. 

Interventional cardiology, 

peripheral arterial and 

venous disease director, 

Lenox Hill Hospital, 

New York City 

CAREER 

AMANDA STEINBERG 

Founder and CEO, 

DailyWorth.com 

DERMATOLOGY 

FRANCESCA J. FUSCO, M.D. 

Assistant clinical professor 

of dermatology, Icahn 

School of Medicine at Mount 

Sinai, New York City 

ENTREPRENEURSHIP 

JENNIFER WALSH 

Entrepreneur; consultant; 

founder of multiple 

lifestyle brands 

FERTILITY 

SHEEVA TALEBIAN, M.D. 

Fertility specialist 

and reproductive 

endocrinologist, 

CCRM New York, 

New York City 

FINANCE 

MANISHA THAKOR, 

C.F.A., C.F.P. 

Director of Wealth Strategies 

for Women, Buckingham & 

The BAM Alliance 

FITNESS 

RACHEL COSGROVE, C.S.C.S. 

Certified strength and 

conditioning specialist; 

owner, Results Fitness, Santa 

Clarita, California; author, The 

Female Body Breakthrough 

CASSANDRA FORSYTHE, 

PH.D., R.D. 

Exercise physiologist; 

author, The New Rules 

of Lifting for Women 

and Women’s Health 

Perfect Body Diet 

HEIDI POWELL 

Certified personal trainer; 

cohost, Extreme Weight 

Loss; coauthor, Choose 

More, Lose More for Life 

GASTROENTEROLOGY 

JACQUELINE L. WOLF, M.D. 

Associate professor 

of medicine, Harvard 

Medical School; author, 

A Woman’s Guide to a 

Healthy Stomach 

GYNECOLOGY 

ASHLESHA A. PATEL, 

M.D., M.P.H. 

System director of family 

planning services, Cook 

County Health & Hospitals 

System, Chicago; director, The 

Dysplasia Clinic at John H. 

Stroger Jr. Hospital of Cook 

County; associate professor 

and assistant medical student 

clerkship director, Feinberg 

School of Medicine, 

Northwestern University 

INTEGRATIVE 

MEDICINE 

FRANK LIPMAN, M.D. 

Founder and director, Eleven 

Eleven Wellness Center, 

New York City; author, Revive: 

Stop Feeling Spent and 

Start Living Again 

VICKY VLACHONIS, 

M.SC., OST 

Osteopath; pain expert; 

author, The Body Doesn’t Lie 

INTERNAL MEDICINE 

KERI PETERSON, M.D. 

Physician, internal medicine, 

Lenox Hill Hospital, New 

York City; medical advisor, 

HealthiNation.com 

PAMELA YEE, M.D. 

Integrative internist, 

Blum Center for Health, 

Rye Brook, New York 

MENTAL HEALTH 

SHARON CHIRBAN, PH.D. 

Psychology instructor, 

Harvard Medical School; 

staff psychologist, 

Children’s Hospital 

Boston; registered 

sports psychologist, U.S. 

Olympic Committee; 

consultant, Amplifying 

Performance Consulting 

DIANA L. DELL, M.D. 

Assistant professor of 

psychiatry and ob-gyn, Duke 

University Medical Center 

NUTRITION 

SUSAN BOWERMAN, 

M.S., R.D. 

Board-certified specialist 

in sports dietetics 

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JOHNATHAN M. 

LANCASTER, M.D., PH.D. 

Gynecologic oncologist, 

chief medical officer, Myriad 

Genetic Laboratories, 

Inc., Salt Lake City 

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JENNIFER BERMAN, M.D. 

Urologist specializing in 

female urology and female 

sexual medicine, practicing 

in Los Angeles; cohost, The 

Doctors; author, For Women 

Only: A Revolutionary Guide 

to Overcoming Sexual 

Dysfunction and Reclaiming 

Your Sex Life 

DEBBY HERBENICK, 

PH.D., M.P.H. 

Associate director, Center 

for Sexual Health Promotion, 

Indiana University, 

Bloomington; author, 

Because It Feels Good 

RACHAEL L. ROSS, M.D., PH.D. 

Board-certified family 

medicine physician and 

sexologist practicing in Gary, 

Indiana; author, Down Right 

Feel Right—Outercourse 

for Her & for Him 

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Celebrity yoga and 

wellness expert; author, 

Yogalosophy for Inner 

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Marnie Legrand, 43, New York City 

Putting together fun 

outfits comes easily to 

Marnie, a fashion buyer 

and visual merchandiser 

with an eye for color. 

She hits the gym in her 

“badass workout wear” 

five or six times a week 

for cardio and weight 

lifting. “I’m intense on 

the sweat seshes. If I’m 

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Workout sessions 

get sweaty quickly 

for Marnie, so she 

rarely wears a 

T-shirt. Instead, 

she goes for sports 

bras like this 

low-impact one 

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JACKET 

“I visualize outfits 

in my mind and 

comb through 

stores to find the 

pieces, like this 

Stella McCartney 

windbreaker that’s 

actually a kids’ 

size 12 but was 

perfect for my 

all-yellow look.” 

HEADPHONES 

On her Beats 

headphones, “it’s 

music on—at full 

volume!—world 

off. All the songs, 

from pop to rap to 

retro, have a fast 

beats-per-minute 

to push me to 

finish that last rep.” 

LEGGINGS 

“These Adidas by 

Stella McCartney 

slashed leggings 

hold my bum and 

thighs well, don’t 

dig into my waist, 

and don’t cling 

weirdly to my 

lady parts.” 

What’s in Dove Cameron’s Workout Bag? 

The actress, who reprises her role in Descendants 2 (in theaters July 21), considers 

herself a “fitness and health junkie.” It’s a title she proudly upholds by following an 

all-natural diet and staying in shape with a weekly routine of cardio, body-weight 

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million compartments, 

zippers, and, like, 

secret passageways.” 

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Kate Spade notebook 

“I have the journal on 

the treadmill to write 

song lyrics, my 

feelings, or something 

that happened.” $22, 

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Nike Air VaporMax 

sneakers 

“They feel like air 

but are supportive. 

Perfect for jump 

squats.” $190, 

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THE SANSKRIT 

SYMBOL FOR OM 

YOGA 

What’s the point of om-ing in 

yoga class? 

First of all, there’s the benefit of bringing the group 

together in a way that allows everyone to participate 

without worrying about standing out. The om also 

serves to ritualize the time you’re spending and is a 

way of dedicating yourself to the practice: You are 

caring for yourself and tuning out the noise of daily life. 

Plus, the actual sound and vibration you make when 

you chant om is the same vibrational frequency 

that, according to sacred geometry—a sequence 

of mathematical patterns that reoccur throughout 

nature—is in everything and is supposed to have 

emotional healing properties. Therefore, through 

making this sound, we are connecting to everything 

in the universe. 

Physically, the actual 

vibration the sound produces 

in your body slows the 

mind and calms the nervous 

system. Try feeling and 

sensing the peace in your 

body after you chant—and 

see what the benefits may 

be for you. 

Mandy Ingber, yoga teacher 

and author of Yogalosophy for 

Inner Strength 

Kathryn Minshew, 

founder and CEO, TheMuse 

.com, and coauthor of The New 

Rules of Work 

CAREER 

Is a two-page résumé 

ever okay? 

At a previous job of mine, 

we were instructed to 

throw away anything 

longer than a single 

page! But condensing 

your experience into 

that space seems next 

to impossible. 

Here’s how 

trimming works to 

your advantage: It 

forces you to delete 

unrelated or outdated 

information (e.g., a 

language section that 

includes one French 

class you took in 

college, or listing 

Microsoft Office 

Suite skills) and home 

in on what’s most 

important. If you 

focus on your greatest 

accomplishments, 

everything will 

become easier to 

digest and more 

impressive. 

All that said, you can 

consider expanding to 

a second page when 

applying for an 

executive position. 

But even then—or 

anytime you’ve racked 

up 10-plus years of 

experience—it should 

include only your 

relevant positions. 

Highlight promotions, 

public speaking 

appearances, awards, 

and board memberships. 

Then include one line 

each on older jobs at the 

bottom, or even group 

them together with 

something like “Various 

Marketing Roles, 

1992–1998,” just listing 

the company names. 

TIGHT RÉSUMÉS 

MAKE THE TOP 

OF THE PILE. 

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Women usually follow in their female ancestry’s fertility footsteps, but it’s not a guarantee. Only way to be sure? Getting pregnant. 

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STYLE 

THIS SHOE IS 

MADE WITH 

MARINE PLASTIC 

WASTE! 

I care about ethical 

fashion—what are 

some relevant 

athletic brands? 

People used to talk about 

“eco” fashion—brands that 

had strong environmental 

practices. But “ethical” 

fashion is a broader term 

that stands on three 

pillars: environmental 

rights, the rights of 

workers producing the 

clothes, and—now that 

vegan fashion is on the 

rise—animal rights. 

Athletic companies have 

made great strides in their 

sustainability. Nike is a top 

buyer of organic cotton, 

and Adidas has pledged 

to use 100 percent 

sustainable cotton by 

2020. (The difference: 

“Organic” refers to the 

cotton itself; “sustainable” 

refers to how the land is 

treated.) Among smaller 

companies, Pact Organic, 

Prana, and Patagonia use 

only organic cotton for 

tanks, tees, 

and bottoms 

and, along with 

Fibre Athletics 

and Threads for 

Thought (which 

include some organic 

cotton), also factor 

in other sustainable 

materials and 

socially responsible 

manufacturing. Pact 

Organic and Patagonia 

use Fair Trade Certified 

factories, which ensures 

production is oriented 

toward sustainability 

and worker fairness. 

For technical 

performance kicks, 

Adidas makes the 

UltraBoost Uncaged 

Parley (shown, $200) 

from recycled marine 

plastic waste. Hardcore 

runners will be slow to 

give up traditional 

brands’ top R&D, but 

some smaller companies 

carry shoes with an 

ethical message: The 

People’s Movement and 

EcoAlf make sneakers 

from recycled materials; 

Veja makes vegan ones 

with organic materials 

and fair-trade sourcing. 

Kate Black, author of 

Magnifeco: Your 

Head-to-Toe Guide to Ethical 

Fashion and Non-Toxic Beauty 

QThe Guys 

Next Door 

Dean Stattmann, 

brand editor 

Paul Kita, 

senior editor 

Michael Sneeden, 

senior video producer 

The key word here is 

compromise. Of course 

guys won’t write you off if 

whipping up dinner every 

night and dusting every 

day aren’t your thing. 

But divvying up the 

workload will keep 

both parties happy. 

Real talk on relationships from 

three of the gents who put the 

“men” in Men’s Health 

I’m not the domestic 

type (cooking, cleaning). 

Thoughts? 

ASK: IS HE THE ONE? 

If he’s a neat freak and you’re the 

opposite, that could become an issue. 

It may just mean you guys aren’t a 

great fit. Convinced he’s The One? 

Consider which domestic jobs you 

hate the least and put dibs on those. 

BE PREPARED TO 

DIVIDE DUTIES. 

Most men are happy to share the 

chores—remember, share. If he cooks, 

will you do the dishes? If he does the 

laundry one week, will you do it the 

next? Otherwise, it sounds like the 

relationship you need is with a butler. 

IT COULD PAY OFF. 

Use it to your advantage. Guys may like 

that you’re not too uptight. But if you’re 

going to invite him over, it wouldn’t 

hurt to tidy up the place a little. You 

don’t need to be Suzy Homemaker, but 

you don’t have to be a slob. 

THE CONSENSUS 

NO MOP, NO 

PROBLEM 

ANY WAY TO FIX A TENSION HEADACHE WITHOUT MEDICATION? 

In a dark, quiet room, breathe in through your nose and out through your mouth for 15 minutes, or ice or heat shoulder muscles. 

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PETS 

How can I really take 

care of pet fish so 

they don’t die 

immediately? 

The two starter 

models for pet fish 

are bettas and 

comet goldfish, 

which you can find at pet 

stores. When cared for 

properly, bettas live four 

to five years, and goldfish 

live around 15 years. 

To give your fish a long, 

healthy life, first, get the 

right size tank: A single fish 

needs at least five gallons. 

Fish excrete into water— 

feces and ammonia 

(their urine) build 

up and become 

fatally toxic if you 

don’t keep the water 

clean. So run a simple 

all-in-one filter and 

aerator and, once a month, 

use a siphon hose from 

the pet store to remove 30 

percent of the water and 

replace it with clean H 2 O. 

(Don’t dump out the whole 

aquarium; there 

are beneficial 

microorganisms 

that build up on the 

glass and in the gravel.) 

Remember to add a 

water dechlorinator 

or conditioner drops 

to the new water each 

time—almost all tap water 

has a form of chlorine in it 

that can suffocate fish 

within a few hours. 

And don’t buy too big 

a tub of fish food. You 

want to use it up in six 

months or the vitamin 

levels drop. 

Gregory Lewbart, V.M.D., 

professor of aquatic animal 

medicine, North Carolina State 

University College of Veterinary 

Medicine in Raleigh 

Is there a non-passive-aggressive, 

nonconfrontational way to shush 

someone at the movies? 

Asking for a friend. 

QConfrontation makes me want to scream—but 

I wouldn’t, because it’s too confrontational. So 

I make someone else do my dirty work! Have your 

friend flag down an usher outside the theater and 

tell them someone’s chatting like a magpie in 

there. Rushing back to her seat before the 

usher can lower the hammer is key. After the 

confrontation is effectively handled by a third 

party, your friend should look around, like, 

“What was all that about?” to further distance 

herself from the drama. If your friend gets 

caught, I had nothing to do with it. 

WEIGHT LOSS 

My weight always 

fluctuates—I’m 

either hungry (from 

an unsustainable 

diet) or heavy (eating 

normally, I pack on 

pounds). How can 

I find stability? 

Think about improving 

your diet (as a noun) over 

the long-term, not dieting 

(as a verb) in the shortterm. 

Focus on whole, 

real foods, including as 

many veggies, lean 

proteins, and healthy fats 

as possible. Don’t stress 

out if the veggies are 

roasted in lots of oil, or 

if the lean protein comes 

in the form of a burger. 

Christy Stratton, writer and 

producer of Modern Family; 

@christysmann 

WHEN YOUR PLATE IS 

FULL…OF BAGGAGE 

Then learn to feel 

satisfied instead of full. 

This is key to ending that 

up-and-down cycle. 

Regardless of whether 

you’re eating salmon and 

broccoli rabe or chicken 

parm, learning to stop 

when you feel satisfied— 

not stuffed—is critical, and 

it will change the way you 

eat and feel forever. Begin 

by putting down your fork 

between each bite to slow 

down and think about 

your fullness. 

Finally, the more fit you 

feel, the more motivated 

you’ll be to eat well and 

work out. So rather than 

exercising to shed pounds, 

exercise to hit a goal, 

such as competing in a 

race or being able to use a 

20-pound kettlebell. You’ll 

be focused on that goal 

instead of thinking, I gotta 

hit the gym because I have 

to lose weight. 

Keri Glassman, R.D., 

founder, NutritiousLife.com, 

and author of The New You 

(and Improved) Diet 

WILL A SPRAY TAN MESS UP MY YEARLY MOLE CHECK? 

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WELTS CAN BE 

A MEDICAL 

MYSTERY. 

Keri Peterson, M.D., 

internal medicine physician, Lenox 

Hill Hospital in New York City 

HEALTH 

Help, I’m breaking out in 

hives! What’s causing 

them—and what can I do? 

Hives, a collection of red, often 

itchy (but otherwise harmless) 

welts on the skin, can erupt 

within minutes or up to several 

hours after exposure to a 

trigger—which can make it 

tough to figure out the cause. 

The most frequent ones 

include allergic reactions to 

medications (especially the 

penicillin family of antibiotics, 

muscle relaxants, opiates, 

aspirin, and ibuprofen); foods, 

most often fish, tree nuts, 

shellfish, or just contact with 

certain raw fruits or raw seafood 

(even if you weren’t allergic to 

them before); insect bites, like 

bedbugs, mites, fleas, and bees; 

and latex (gloves or condoms). 

Less common causes include 

physical stimuli like heat, cold, 

and pressure applied to the 

skin, or increased body heat 

due to exercise, hot baths, or 

even strong emotions. 

If you think an allergy is to 

blame, your doctor can do 

allergy testing. Still have no 

idea? Don’t panic: Welts usually 

go away on their own within 

24 hours, and to relieve the itch, 

you can apply cool compresses 

or take an over-the-counter 

antihistamine. If you haven’t 

found the trigger and your 

hives last for more than six 

weeks, see your doctor. It could 

still be a more benign cause, 

but she can look into other 

causes like celiac disease, 

hypothyroidism, and lupus. 

ASK US ANYTHING! Send your questions to 

askanything@rodale.com or tweet them to 

@womenshealthmag with the hashtag #AskWH. 

What Don’tcha Understand? 

PHIL O’ROURKE, our executive editor’s 

Bronx-bred dad, drops tough love. 

QAt what age should you start grabbing the check when 

out to dinner with your parents? 

If you have to ask how old you should be, you’re 

already too old. Relax, I’m busting your chops over 

here! If you’ve got a stable job and are making a 

decent living, most moms and dads would 

appreciate your treating for their birthdays or the 

Hallmark parent holidays. Other than that, your 

folks might worry that you’re putting yourself in 

hock if you’re always reaching for the bill. 

(What don’tcha understand?! We’re big 

softies, even yours truly.) To ease their 

fears, always pay with cash so they 

know you’re not charging your way 

into debt to buy them a nice meal. 

ARE CERTAIN CUTS OF MEAT BETTER FOR THE SLOW COOKER? 

Tougher cuts like beef brisket and pork shoulder get a “fall off the bone” quality. 

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Skip the salami and opt for 

veggie “charcuterie,” summer’s 

big food trend. Blah crudités, 

these are not: Some Whole 

Foods stores even have 

“produce butchers” to prep 

your bounty beautifully. 

Mia Russo Stern, CEO of 

Brooklyn Culinary Arts 

(an online cooking 

program), created 

this plate that 

tastes as good 

as it looks. 

6 

7 

3 

4 

5 

1/ PORTOBELLOS 

lend meatiness. 

Roast ’em with 

grapeseed oil, 

sesame oil, and 

tamari (a thicker 

soy sauce), then 

serve in a Bibb 

lettuce wrap. 

2/ MARCONA 

ALMONDS give 

crunch and protein, 

and their plump 

shape can fill in 

gaps on the board. 

3/ RADISHES 

are crisp and 

colorful, so 

max out—slice 

French radishes 

lengthwise and 

the watermelon 

varietal into thin 

circles, then throw 

in a few whole 

traditional ones 

(it’ll look rustic). 

4/ SHISHITO 

PEPPERS add salty 

heat. Blacken in a 

skillet; toss with sea 

salt and tamari. 

5/ FIG PRESERVES 

have a slight 

sweetness and 

complex texture. 

Dip everything 

in them! 

6/ YOUNG 

CARROTS are five 

inches long and 

come in purple 

hues too. Serve 

sliced lengthwise 

with tops on. 

7/ EDIBLE 

FLOWERS, like 

marigolds, taste 

herbaceous and 

are so damn pretty. 

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NATURAL 

BEAUTIES 

We all know someone riding 

the natural-deo train, but 

two impediments have 

historically made switching 

over, well, stink. No longer: 

New formulas fixed those 

beta-version bugs. 

THE GRIPE: 

GRAY PIT STAINS 

Natural deos can have silver in 

them to kill odorous bacteria, 

says New York City dermatologist 

Joshua Zeichner, M.D. When 

that mixes with your sweat, it 

can create a gray cast in the 

underarm area of your shirt. 

THE SOLUTION: A formula that 

replaces silver with antibacterial 

and antimicrobial essential oils, 

such as Schmidt’s All-Natural 

Stick Deodorant for Sensitive 

Skin in Geranium Flower ($11, 

shopwomenshealthmag.com). 

THE GRIPE: 

IRRITATION 

Most natural deodorants contain 

baking soda to absorb acidic 

odors and neutralize them. After 

repeated exposure, sensitiveskin 

types can confront itchiness 

in reaction to the basic pH of 

the ingredient, says New York 

City dermatologist Marina 

Peredo, M.D. 

THE SOLUTION: Look for a deo 

without baking soda 

(often called sodium 

bicarbonate on the label). 

Try Ursa Major No 

B.S. Deodorant ($18, 

ursamajorvt.com). It 

uses more neutral-pH 

tapioca starch to 

obliterate bacteriaprovoking 

odors. 

NEXT BIG THING 

Hair Journaling 

There are diaries for just about everything—even hair. 

We spotted the trend on the NaturallyCurly.com 

message boards, but now women of all strand types 

are giving it a shot, including beauty writer Ali 

Finney. She noted the products she used on her 

fine, loose waves, and the time between washes, 

so she could retrace her steps to hair nirvana. “It’s 

time-consuming,” Ali says. “But I was surprised 

by what wasn’t working.” Example: Volumizing 

shampoos dried out her hair, so she switched to 

a hydrating formula (Pantene Pro-V Daily 

Moisture Renewal Shampoo, $5, at drugstores), 

then added David Mallett Australian Salt Spray ($40, 

davidpirrotta.com) for texture. A few swaps later, 

she’s rocking her best hair yet. 

TRENDING 

RIGHT MEOW 

Attention, #catsofinstagram 

lovers! Science is on our side! 

A new study found that cats are 

not the antisocial divas that 

dog propagandists would have 

us believe: Felines love people 

2 

more than their favorite food 

or toys. Timed perfectly to 

celebrate this win? Paul & 

Joe—the French beauty brand 

that started the trend of 

emblazoning cats on beauty 

products—is releasing its 

15th Anniversary Makeup 

Collection ($85, b-glowing 

.com), a cat-shaped makeup 

case with a feline figurine 

lipstick (shown above) 

and eye-cheek duos. More 

3 

picks for tabby fans: 

1 

A DIFFERENT 

KIND OF CAT 

IN THE HAT 

1 / Meow Meow 

Tweet Makeup 

Remover & Cleansing 

Oil ($25, shopwomens 

healthmag.com) uses allnatural 

ingredients to 

leave skin glowy. 

2 / Grace by Grace 

Coddington ($110, 

gracecoddington.com) 

blends bergamot, basil, 

mint, and musk notes for 

a sprightly yet soft aroma. 

3 / Too Cool For 

School Max in Pocket 

($12, sephora.com) is a 

rose-tinted balm with lipsoftening 

mango butter. 

THE ELEVATOR PITCH 

PURPLE TOOTHPASTE 

Want whiter teeth? Popwhite Purple Power Duo ($36, popwhitesmile 

.com), a toothpaste and mouthwash set, taps color theory rather 

than hydrogen peroxide to fade stains. Purple, the cool-toned hue 

of its formulas, cancels out yellow to quickly whiten. It doesn’t go into 

the enamel for a perma-fix, but in our test, it instantly brightened 

and lasted throughout the day—perfect in a pinch. 

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Pre-Collision System 1 

with Pedestrian Detection 2 

STANDARD 

Automatic High Beams 3 

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Dynamic Radar Cruise Control 4 

STANDARD 

Lane Departure Alert 

with Steering Assist 5 

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THIS GUY’S ABOUT TO 

SLAM ON HIS BRAKES. 

WE’RE READY. 

Redefining what it means to feel safe. 

Prototype shown with options. Production model may vary. Drivers are responsible for their own safe driving. Always pay attention to your surroundings and drive safely. Depending on the conditions of 

roads, weather and the vehicle, the system(s) may not work as intended. See Owner’s Manual for additional limitations and details. 1. The TSS Pre-Collision System is designed to help avoid or reduce 

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not a substitute for safe and attentive driving. System effectiveness depends on many factors, such as speed, size and position of pedestrians, and weather, light and road conditions. See Owner’s Manual 

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designed to read lane markers under certain conditions. It provides a visual and audible alert, and slight steering force when lane departure is detected. It is not a collision-avoidance system or a substitute 

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BEEF 

Steaks and 

chops, 145°F; 

ground, 160°F 

FISH 

145°F 

YOU EAT 

HIS FOOD, 

HE’LL EAT 

YOURS. 

COLD 

CUTS 

A new study found that 

a mere 6 percent of 

nearly 1,500 recipes from 

best-selling cookbooks 

provided readers with 

accurate final temps 

for meat; others gave 

the wrong number or 

less concrete estimates, 

like cook time or 

finished color. That’s a 

major issue, because 

meats that don’t reach 

the proper internal 

temperature could put 

you at risk for foodborne 

illness. Always grab a 

thermometer and ensure 

you heat your meat to 

the degrees shown here. 

PORK 

Chops, 145°F; 

ground, 160°F 

CHICKEN 

165°F 

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Ripple Milk 

“I’m making waves—and you won’t believe what I’m 

made of. Whipped from yellow split peas, a mildertasting 

sibling of green peas, I’m creamier than other 

mock moo juices. Plus, I’ve got eight times the protein 

of almond milk, none of the funky flavor of many faux 

milks (and no pea taste!), and my unsweetened version 

has exactly zero grams of sugar. You’ll especially love 

me in smoothies.” $5, ripplefoods.com for stores 

Kid’s Menu 

The annual National Baby Food 

Festival is a thing, folks, and 

every July, it includes cooking 

challenges starring the jarred 

food as an ingredient. Wee-one 

purees benefit adults too—they 

are nutritious, have few 

preservatives, and come in 

conveniently small portions for 

times you want to add a twist 

to a dish with minimal prep. 

Some ideas? Top your morning 

oatmeal with berry-based baby 

food, cinnamon, and a pinch 

of salt; add warmed pureed 

broccoli to pesto and toss with 

pasta; or stir pureed peaches 

into prosecco for a bellini. 

Sources: Plant-based chef Renée Loux, 

author of The Balanced Plate; Juli 

Roberts, Rodale Test Kitchen manager 

BREAKING BREAD 

Sales of wheat-free loaves are rising, but do they taste 

like the real thing? With some tweaks, yes. 

KNOW BETTER 

BREAD SLICES 

($10, knowfoods.com) 

Made mainly of 

almond flour and egg 

whites, these are 

your best bet for 

sandwiches. You’ll 

need to run them 

through the toaster 

twice for an extracrispy 

crunch. 

BARELY BREAD 

OLIVE BAGUETTE 

($10, barelybread.com) 

This French-style loaf 

(featuring flours from 

almonds, coconut, 

and cassava) is not 

quite as fluffy as its 

namesake, but dipping 

it in olive oil offers 

a near–restaurant level 

of quality. 

SIETE ALMOND 

FLOUR TORTILLAS 

($9, sietefoods.com) 

Heat these wraps 

(made with almond 

and tapioca flours) 

in a skillet for an OG 

tortilla taste—the 

heat makes them 

more pliable to 

fit all those delicious 

Mexican fillings. 

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FREE CLOTHES SWAPS 

Gained or lost lbs since you went 

shopping? If you bought certain 

clothes at Universal Standard, which 

sells sizes 10 to 28 (universalstandard 

.net, shown on these ladies), you’re in 

luck. The company is offering free 

exchanges for bigger or smaller sizes 

for up to a year after you click “Complete 

order.” The program was created to help 

relieve the stress, both emotional and 

financial, that comes with purchasing new 

clothes due to weight fluctuation—and snaps 

to the company for that. If you’re working to 

drop pounds, though, a word of caution: For 

some, aspiring to fit into the size they own may 

help drive their weight-loss efforts, says Keri 

Glassman, R.D. (For example, that dress you 

bought last year that’s now snug, but you want 

to wear it again this summer.) Knowing you can 

exchange it, no consequences, for a bigger size 

can be a slippery slope to weight gain. Bottom 

line: Determining what lights your dieting fire— 

whether it’s a certain size or being able to run 

that extra mile—can help you make a plan. 

LET’S TALK ABOUT… 

MEAL REPETITION 

How does it help you lose? 

Knowing what you’re going 

to eat takes the emotion out 

of the equation, so you’re 

less likely to choose junk on 

impulse. It also helps with 

maintenance: People who 

stick to a regimen are 

1.5 times more likely to keep 

off the weight they’ve lost. 

Okay, but I’m already bored! 

True, eating the same thing 

every day can be tough 

long-term. And a healthy 

variety of food in your diet 

has been shown to protect 

against excess body fat. 

So how to blend both? 

Be strict with meals but 

flexible with ingredients. 

Say you like to have a daily 

omelet for breakfast. One 

day, add broccoli; the next, 

tomatoes. Or if a salad is 

your lunch go-to, mix up the 

greens and proteins. Result? 

Max weight loss and flavor. 

WEIGH YOUR 

WORDS 

When the cover of 

Us Weekly showed off 

Lena Dunham’s 

weight loss, she took 

to Insta to clarify that 

it was due in part to 

anxiety—not 

aesthetics. Slimdowns 

aren’t an 

achievement for her, 

she says. Before you 

“compliment” a 

friend’s weight loss, 

think consciously. 

>> Trade “Wow, you 

lost weight!” for the 

less size-specific 

“You look great!”, 

which could mean 

her hair or dress. 

>> If your friend 

responds that she has 

been trying to lose 

weight, don’t focus on 

details such as how 

many pounds she has 

left—this minimizes 

her progress. 

>> Instead, ask about 

her experiences 

(“What have you been 

doing differently?”) 

and celebrate what 

she’s excited about, 

like being able to 

sustain a longer hike. 

Source: Gary Foster, 

Ph.D., adjunct professor of 

psychology in psychiatry, 

University of Pennsylvania 

Perelman School of 

Medicine in Philadelphia 

BERRIES? 

AGAIN? 

DON’T 

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Trading Friyay cocktails for kettlebell swings? It’s a trend! 

Better yet, it’s a trend with benefits: A Friday evening 

gym class more effectively wipes away the week’s work 

drama and sets you up to make healthier choices 

throughout the weekend. Meet your match. 

1 / LET-IT-GO YOGA 

On those everything-is-a-priority 

weeks, you need a reset. Look for 

“candlelit” or “restorative” classes 

that encourage deep breathing, 

which slows your heart rate to elicit 

your body’s relaxation response. 

Also helpful: The instructor’s cueing 

(“That is over/Now you’re here”) 

keeps your head in the present. 

2 / DANCE PARTY! 

Slow workweek? Having too little to 

do can drain your energy just as 

easily as having too much. A cardio 

dance session might be exactly what 

you need to feel alive again—the 

amped-up choreography will give 

your mind a job to do (a welcome 

change after a zoned-out week). 

3 / BAD-WEEK KICKBOXING 

If you got your ass whupped 

(e.g., effed up a project), a 

kickboxing session will zap you out 

of your self-bashing headspace. 

Because mastering skills (like 

that one-two punch) and whacking 

stuff is totally empowering. 

Source: Lisa Lewis, Ed.D., psychologist 

in Boston 

QUICK HIIT! 

Every five seconds 

there seems to be 

a new benefit to 

HIIT (high-intensity 

interval training). 

Here’s the latest. 

Call it an antiaging 

serum for 

your muscles: 

Mayo Clinic 

researchers just 

discovered that 

three weekly 

sessions of 

high-intensity 

interval 

training on 

stationary bikes 

for 12 weeks 

can boost your 

cells’ ability to 

produce energy 

by up to 69 

percent—and 

reverse genes 

that decline 

with age, like 

those related to 

muscle growth. 

AN 

ODE TO 

RICHARD 

SIMMONS 

The Missing Richard Simmons podcast—an investigation into the icon’s 

whereabouts—brought him back into public consciousness. He’s since 

resurfaced (whew!), and as we did our own investigating, we found the 

one-time punchline was actually a fitness visionary. 

INCLUSIVITY: THEN 

Simmons made fitness 

accessible—and 

embraced everyone, 

featuring women (and 

men) of all shapes, sizes, 

and ages in his videos. 

INCLUSIVITY: NOW 

The body-positivity 

movement continues 

to grow—and the 

mainstream focus of 

exercise is more about 

strength, not size. 

COMMUNITY: THEN 

He developed a 

personal relationship 

with viewers (“I’m here 

for you!”), which created 

a sense of kinship. 

COMMUNITY: NOW 

The fit-fluencers who’ve 

made the biggest 

impression (like our 

cover star Emily Skye!) 

are the ones who 

actively engage their 

followers. 

Source: Natalia Petrzela, associate professor of history, the New School in New York City 

EATING HABITS: THEN 

He believed healthy food 

should be available at the 

gym (a foreign concept), 

so he opened a salad 

bar at his studio, and it 

quickly became a place 

for members to hang. 

EATING HABITS: NOW 

Today, gym chains and 

studios house smoothie 

bars or cafés, offering 

post-workout eats and a 

spot to chill with friends. 

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“Two months after my mastectomy, 

I found out my donor heart was 

failing and my husband and 

I needed to go to California to wait 

for a heart. I hadn’t decided if I 

wanted to go through that again, but 

my friend Jill created a spreadsheet 

for nine friends to rotate flying 

out there to be with me while I 

waited—I saw it as an act of love, 

and decided to do it. They had 

watched me struggle through my 

first transplant 29 years ago at 

WHEN 

LIGHT 

25 years old, and the mastectomy, 

but they couldn’t do as much at 

those times. Now, they were able to 

show up for me in a real way. They 

rubbed my feet and showered me, 

we had spa nights, they decorated 

my room, and we had our best talks 

ever because I thought I was going 

to die. They’d listen to me even 

if they couldn’t help, and I wanted 

to hear their problems too. Through 

all that, they saved my life as much 

as the transplant did.” 

GOES DARK 

Think “seasonal affective disorder,” 

and your mind goes to winter, but 

there’s also a summer version. Both 

are caused by seasonal changes 

(in this case, light and heat) that 

can disrupt the internal clock 

responsible for your sleep 

and hormones. If light’s 

your issue, stay inside as 

much as you can, or try to 

force your body into a 

strict pattern: a halfhour 

of light each 

morning (around 6:30 

a.m.) and a consistent 

bedtime. For heat, 

crank the AC and take 

cool baths. Since SAD 

is annual, see your 

doc next spring to 

ask how to 

proactively 

treat your 

blues. 

Source: Norman Rosenthal, M.D., author of Winter Blues and the psychiatrist who first researched SAD 

FRIENDS FOR LIFE 

Science shows that strong social networks can make you healthier. Real-life proof ? Author 

Amy Silverstein. In her new book, My Glory Was I Had Such Friends, she tells her story of 

surviving two heart transplants and a double mastectomy with her BFFs by her side. 

POP QUIZ! 

What item are people 

most likely to leave in 

their cars overnight? 

A 

GYM 

GEAR 

B 

FOOD 

AND 

DRINK 

ANSWER: B. A recent Jiffy Lube 

survey showed that more than 

half of people litter their cars with 

leftover food and drink containers, 

which allows illness-causing 

organisms (E. coli, salmonella) 

to thrive, says Kelly Reynolds, 

Ph.D., an associate professor of 

environmental health sciences 

at the University of Arizona 

in Tucson. And A and C are right 

behind—one-fifth and one-tenth 

of people, respectively, leave 

these overnight. Moisture from the 

resulting bodily fluids can increase 

humidity in the car, extending 

the survival of E. coli and other 

bacteria by weeks. Clean out 

your car nightly, and disinfect it 

with antibacterial wipes weekly. 

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A NOVEL WAY 

TO CLIMAX 

Sex therapists seem to 

discover orgasms as 

frequently as NASA 

finds signs of life on 

remote planets. In the 

latest exploration, 

they’re taking us past 

the familiar terrain of 

clitoral and vaginal Os 

to experience the 

cervical orgasm, which 

can have an intense, fullbody 

finale. To get there: 

1 / Attempt a few days 

before your period, when 

your cervix is lower and 

easier to reach. 

2 / Begin with missionary, 

to stimulate blood flow to 

the pelvic region. 

3 / Switch to a deeper 

position (like missionary, 

with your legs raised 90 

degrees) when you feel 

you’re close to climaxing. 

This gives him direct access 

to your cervix. 

4 / Have him move in slow, 

circular motions with the 

tip of his penis gently 

massaging the spot. 

5 / Apply lube and flip 

to doggy style (the 

deepest position of all). 

6 / Score celestial Os! 

Source: Sexologist Jessica 

O’Reilly, Ph.D., creator of the 

Sexual Pro webinar series 

He still wears ’em, but per 

a study by the Center for 

Sexual Health Promotion 

at Indiana University in 

Bloomington, 68 percent 

of women agree that men 

shouldn’t be the only 

ones buying condoms— 

but also, 65 percent of 

women have never 

bought one. As a result, 

Trojan made black-andlavender 

’doms. Our take? 

Prettier packaging can 

seem patronizing. And 

aren’t condoms the one 

birth control guys should 

supply? But if stylish 

rubbers empower 

women to feel in control, 

we’re into it. In the end, 

choose the method— 

or product—that suits 

your sex life. 

K Is for Kegels 

A toned pelvic floor is the literal foundation of good sex (increased blood flow to 

boost arousal; stronger Os). Since those muscles can loosen from aging and 

pregnancy, several products have come out to help women shape them 

up. Elvie (shown here, $199, elvie.com) is a gadget with an app that 

guides you through Kegel exercises and tracks your progress. The 

price point could be worth it if you’re a Kegels newbie, since 

doing them wrong or overstimulating the area can lead to 

pain, says Leah Millheiser, M.D., director of the female sexual 

medicine program at Stanford University. For women whose 

muscles have weakened too much to do Kegels, there’s Yarlap 

($299, yarlap.com), which uses electric stimulation to 

tone the area for you. Better sex awaits! 

WHAT’S THE DIFF? 

Relationship Break vs Separation 

When David Schwimmer recently announced that he and his wife were taking a “relationship break,” we wondered: 

What does that even mean? You know, besides being a pit stop on the way to Splitsville? 

IT’S REALLY JUST A BREAK IF… 

Your intention is to repair your bond. Whether you’ll see other 

people, how often you’ll contact each other, and how long it 

should last (three months is good; any more and you’re 

waffling) have also been decided to avoid misunderstanding. 

IT’S A STEP TOWARD SEPARATION IF… 

You can’t compromise on big issues, and you’ve 

acknowledged that you might dissolve the relationship. 

You’ve sought guidance from a therapist on whether you 

should part and, if so, how to move on in a healthy way. 

Source: Jane Greer, marriage and sex therapist in New York City and author of What About Me? Stop Selfishness From Ruining Your Relationship 

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FASHION+ BEAUTY 

THE WIND 

IN YOUR HAIR 

KYLE ALEXANDER 

Nobody wants to fire up an 1,800-watt blow-dryer when it’s 90 degrees out. 

But air-drying (even minus the car window) seems a recipe for unruly curls or for 

strands as flat as this page. That’s why we went to pros who style their own hair 

unplugged—and who, no matter your texture, can teach you how to beat the heat too. 

By Ali Finney 

July/August 2017 / WOMENSHEALTHMAG.COM 45

BEAUTY 

THE TOWEL FOR 

EVERY TEXTURE 

The microfiber towel 

is an air-dryer’s dream! 

Because the ultrafine fibers 

are stitched more tightly 

together, it dries hair five times 

faster than a cotton number 

and minimizes frizz by limiting 

friction between strands. 

Try Aquis Lisse Luxe Hair 

Towel ($30, sephora 

.com). 

Frizz is the single biggest problem for curls when air-drying. Because spirals are drier than other textures 

(hydrating scalp oil doesn’t slide down a coiled strand as easily as it does a pin-straight one), the H 20 

from humid air can swell the cuticle and send hairs a-flyin’. No fretting! By moisturizing at every step of 

your routine, you can keep strands ultrasmooth and show the fuzz who’s boss. 

Conair Wide Tooth Comb 

($4, at drugstores) 

Pre-shower, work through 

dry hair with a wide-tooth 

comb, starting at the 

bottom and moving up. 

Water breaks down the 

hydrogen bonds in 

hair, resetting your curl 

pattern—so if you comb 

post-shower, you’re 

just begging for frizz. 

Renpure Coconut 

Mint Curly Cleansing 

Conditioner 

($8, walgreens.com) 

Reach for a co-wash with a 

frizz-inhibiting surfactant, 

such as cetrimonium 

chloride, and megamoisturizing 

ingredients 

like coconut and argan 

oils; it’ll cleanse without 

drying out hair. 

Suave Professionals 

Coconut Oil Infusion 

Damage Repair 

Oil Treatment 

($6, at Walmart) 

Out of the shower, pat this 

all over (don’t rake! it’ll 

break up curls). Tweak the 

amount of oil based on 

your hair’s thickness: Thin 

twists need a quarter size; 

coarser coils, a poker chip. 

THE SIX-MONTH AIR-DRY FIX 

Virtue The One For All 

6-in-1 Styler 

($36, virtuelabs.com) 

Follow the oil with a 

keratin-infused cream, 

scrunching in a dollop from 

top to bottom; it gives curls 

hold without crispiness 

(avoid gels and mousses 

for this reason). Plus, a 

smoother hair surface 

leaves curls looking glossy. 

So we’ve established that frizz is quite the air-drying gripe. To eliminate 80 percent of it for up to six months, New York City 

hairstylist Nunzio Saviano recommends the formaldehyde-free Cezanne Professional Products Classic Keratin Treatment 

(about $250, cezannehair.com for salons). It pumps a silk derivative, keratin, and glycolic acid into the cuticle to put the 

kibosh on fuzz while keeping your waves or curls intact (as opposed to other smoothing treatments, which can flatten 

them). Even when exposed to humidity—and even when you air-dry!—hair is intensely moisturized, so the extra H 20 in the 

air can’t get inside to poof strands. Our wavy-curly editor-in-chief has had three treatments and swears it’s a game changer. 

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BEAUTY 

DISCOVER OUR 

DETERGENT 

WITH A 

SKIN-FRIENDLY 

FRESH SCENT 

Preferred 2 to 1 

over the leading 

Free detergent. * 

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Sensitive Skin Plus Scent is 

our first scented detergent 

clinically tested for sensitive 

skin. It’s the secret to clean, 

great-smelling laundry. 

THE CLEAN YOU NEED 

AT A FRACTION OF THE COST. † 

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a preference; preference based on scent. 

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per load vs. the leading detergent

Playa Every Day 

Shampoo and 

Supernatural 

Conditioner 

($32 and $34, 

violetgrey.com) 

The ’poo 

contains a 

gentle 

surfactant 

derived from 

coconuts; the 

conditioner 

uses brassica 

and copaiba 

oils to smooth 

but not 

smother hair. 

Often mistaken as “curls lite,” waves actually require an 

approach all their own. Wavy girls become product 

dependent: Too much creates a crunchy effect; too little 

gives no definition. We have the just-right prescription. 

Wet Brush Mini 

Pop Fold 

Detangler in 

Rose Gold ($8, 

thewetbrush 

.com) 

Post-condition, 

run a flexiblebristle 

brush 

through 

strands to undo 

tangles (sans 

breakage). 

Perk: This 

gadget folds up 

to the size of 

an early-aughts 

flip phone. 

Living Proof 

Perfect Hair 

Day In-Shower 

Styler ($24, 

livingproof.com) 

Work this 

water-activated 

styling cream 

through 

strands after 

you brush ’em. 

It creates tiny 

bumpers 

between hairs. 

This separation 

helps volumize 

and define 

waves. 

Sachajuan 

Ocean Mist 

($31, david 

pirrotta.com) 

Towel-dry hair, 

then spritz 

on this 

vitamin-rich 

spray. The 

crystalline 

structure of 

the salt adds 

texture, while 

the panthenol 

helps hair 

retain moisture, 

nixing any 

crispy feeling. 

AMP 

UP 

YOUR 

LOOK 

1 ACCESSORY. 

ENDLESS LOOKS. 

This texture can lack lift at the roots, which 

makes air-drying seem like a great way to get 

a deflated mop. But a smart mix of tools and 

texturizers can keep you from falling flat. 

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IGK 1995 2-in-1 

Shampoo & 

Texturizer 

($25, sephora 

.com) 

As it cleanses, it 

boosts volume 

with polymers 

called quats 

that don’t rinse 

off, while 

imparting 

lightweight 

safflower seed 

oil that adds 

the ideal (not 

too much!) 

amount of 

conditioning. 

Tangle Teezer 

The Ultimate 

Styler ($27, 

sephora.com) 

Out of the 

shower, flip 

your head 

upside down 

and comb hair 

forward, then 

flip back and 

let it sit on top 

of your head 

for 10 minutes. 

When you 

shake your hair 

out, you’ll 

have perkedup 

roots. 

Garnier Fructis 

Style Smooth 

Air Dry ($4.29, 

at drugstores) 

Rake a dimesize 

amount of 

this argan oil– 

enriched, 

shine-enhancing 

(and flyawaypreventing!) 

cream from 

mid-lengths 

down. The 

formula adds 

gleam and 

sleekness to 

the bottom 

of hair. 

Phyto Paris 

Phytovolume 

Actif 

Volumizing 

Spray ($30, 

phyto.com) 

Hold this 

protein-packed 

bottle 12 inches 

away from your 

head (so the 

mist won’t 

feel sticky on 

damp hair). 

Spritz it evenly 

through your 

roots and 

prepare for 

liftoff. Q 

Sources: Randy Schueller, cosmetic chemist in Chicago and founder of The Beauty Brains blog; 

Jim Hammer, cosmetic chemist in Boston; Rubi Jones, hairstylist in New York City; Jenny Cho, Suave 

Professionals hairstylist in Los Angeles; Mara Roszak, hairstylist in Los Angeles; Aviva Perea, hairstylist 

in Los Angeles; and Dana Tizzio, hairstylist in New York City 

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BEAUTY 

TECH 

MIRROR, 

TECH 

MIRROR 

ON THE WALL 

What if we aren’t the harshest critics of our reflections? 

What if it’s the reflection itself? Writer Marisa Meltzer looks 

into a cutting-edge mirror for real-time guidance on her 

skin—and finds that’s not the only thing staring back at her. 

50 WOMENSHEALTHMAG.COM / July/August 2017 P H OTO G R A P H BY M AT T R A I N E Y

Your eczema may be 

hiding something. 

You may think you know eczema, but what 

you might not know is that it’s a term used to 

describe a variety of skin conditions. The most 

common form of eczema is actually a chronic 

disease called atopic dermatitis. 

You can see the signs of atopic dermatitis 

on the surface, but a key underlying cause 

remains hidden. Inflammation beneath the 

skin can lead to the red, itchy rashes that 

you try to manage, but just keep coming 

back. This underlying inflammation is always 

active, meaning your next flare-up is just 

waiting to return. 

Don’t just focus on the symptoms; learn more 

about what may be happening beneath the 

skin’s surface at EczemaExposed.com. 

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BEAUTY 

Like the evil queen in Snow White, 

I consult a talking mirror every 

morning. “HiMirror, listen” is 

my prompt—the 2017 version of 

“Mirror, mirror on the wall”—but 

instead of telling me I’m the fairest 

of them all, it proceeds to take 

my photo and analyze my skin for 

flaws. It’s the brand-new HiMirror 

Plus ($369, himirror.com), a 

next-level image-processing gadget 

designed to help me achieve my 

complexion goals…and bring me 

face-to-face with my own vanity. 

ON TRACK 

In this era of quantifiable 

data, tracking our personal 

health and fitness has become 

the new norm. I already use 

technology to monitor the 

steps I take, the calories I 

consume, the water I drink, 

and my heart rate at any 

given moment. But we haven’t 

had anything to track our 

most prominent features: our 

faces. Until now. 

And, oh, what perfect 

timing. On the cusp of 40, 

I’ve become keenly aware 

of the fine lines blossoming 

across my face. I feel like 

I need to care for my skin a 

little more purposefully. 

This device—an innovation 

award honoree at this year’s 

Consumer Electronics Show 

(read: the tech Olympics)— 

promised to give me detailed 

information on how I’m doing 

skin-wise without my having 

to stalk my dermatologist 

like a bloodhound. 

Once hung, the mirror 

takes an HD photo of your 

face (sans makeup—this is 

key) that it will use hereafter 

to recognize you and as a 

baseline to measure any skin 

changes. (The company 

swears that encryption 

software keeps the data 

anonymous—mercifully, as 

these photos are some of the 

least flattering ever taken of 

me. ) When the mirror detects 

that I’m nearby, the facialrecognition 

system activates. 

A sensor at the bottom is 

supposed to work with a swipe 

of your palm. Mine wasn’t 

functioning, so I ended up 

using my voice to command 

it—an extra fairy-tale touch. 

DAILY RATINGS 

As you stand in front of the 

mirror, a box shows up that 

centers on your face and snaps 

another makeup-free photo. 

Using a proprietary imageprocessing 

algorithm, the 

mirror checks your skin for 

eight attributes: red spots, 

fine lines, complexion (your 

skin color), pores, wrinkles, 

roughness, dark spots, and 

undereye circles. The results 

are then rolled together to 

create a personalized Skin 

Index Synthesis. This report 

scores you from 0 (bad) to 100 

(perfect)—more on the scoring 

system in a bit—in five areas: 

texture, firmness, clarity 

(a.k.a. tone), brightness (which, 

oddly enough, refers to how 

small your pores are, according 

to the developers), and overall 

healthiness. All of this info 

appears on the mirror and is 

also sent to an app on your 

phone for your reading 

pleasure. 

Today, for example, 

HiMirror rated me 99.34 for 

brightness, up 1.60 since I 

first measured my skin just 

eight days ago. My lowest 

score, firmness, is down 3.54 

to 92.53. My skin averages in 

the mid-90s, which would be 

an A if I were still in high 

school. I feel a moment of joy 

for my good report card until 

Fixating on even 

a suggestion of a 

crease used to be 

a solo sport— 

no longer, now 

that technology 

has settled 

comfortably into 

our bathrooms. 

I realize I’m not even sure 

what it means. Is anyone out 

there actually flunking? 

According to Simon Shen, 

the founder and CEO who 

created the device with the 

help of dermatologists, healthy 

people’s scores should be in 

the 90s. I am not superior. 

And I am not alone in my 

confusion about these scores. 

The brand, flush with user 

feedback, is already looking 

into changing the rating 

system. In the near future, 

instead of giving elements of 

your face a score, it may give 

you a percentage by which, say, 

your red spots reddened. 

On the plus side, the device 

doesn’t just coldly spit out 

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that pop up on the mirror itself 

and ding on the app throughout 

the day. If it’s sunny, it’ll tell you to 

apply SPF; if temps drop, it might 

recommend you slather on something 

more moisturizing. 

Speaking of moisturizer, the 

HiMirror and its app are supposed to 

be able to scan the bar codes of products 

you’re using and then monitor whether 

they’re good for your skin issues 

over time. If the analysis deems the 

products aren’t working, it should show 

you similar products to try. But tech 

problems arise again, and I’m unable to 

scan the Kate Somerville cleanser and 

Kiehl’s eye cream that I regularly use. 

Beauty tech isn’t immune to the glitches 

most beta-version devices have (my 

first AppleWatch was convinced I didn’t 

have a heartbeat). So I wing it: Looking 

at my slumping firmness score, I apply 

Tracie Martyn Firming Serum, and, 

noting the mirror’s warning of humid 

weather, I replace my rich face cream 

with a lighter hydrator from Glossier. 

The company’s working on fixing these 

bugs too, but for now, there’s a support 

hotline to help you circumvent most 

tech issues; if that doesn’t work, a new 

device could be sent to you. 

REALITY BYTES? 

After a few weeks of hyperconnected 

hypervigilance, it feels a bit like I’m 

getting a daily Uber rating for my face. 

Is this progress? 

I call Amy Wechsler, M.D., who is 

both a dermatologist and a psychiatrist, 

and tell her about my new project. 

Wechsler isn’t on board with HiMirror 

as a diagnostic tool. She compares it to 

those blue-light mirrors that some 

dermatologists use to show where sun 

damage has occurred. “All those did was 

freak out my patients and make things 

sound worse than they were,” she says. 

Using a skin-care tracking device may 

make someone’s self-esteem suffer if 

the feedback is negative. 

It can also trigger unhealthy 

behavior. These ratings of our skin 

should be a metric that can gauge our 

progress and goals. But in the same 

way stepping on a scale can lead to a 

downward emotional spiral (or worse), 

daily skin reports can be problematic 

for people with confidence issues or 

anxiety. “Knowing your skin is a tiny 

percentage more or less firm could 

promote a kind of obsessive worry,” 

says Joan Chrisler, Ph.D., a professor 

of psychology at Connecticut College 

in New London, who specializes in 

women. Then again, it might be worth 

using sparingly, she says. “The first step 

toward behavior change is knowing 

what you’re doing.” For some people 

it might be a relief to know that your 

skin is bright and well hydrated, 

and that what you need to think about 

are just frown lines. 

SHIFTING PERSPECTIVE 

Like all Disney fairy tales, though, there 

is a happy ending here. Mona Gohara, 

M.D., a dermatologist at the Yale School 

of Medicine, says a device like this 

could track the use of cosmeceuticals. 

“When I give out a retinol, I always 

say it should be four to six weeks before 

it works,” she says. “A sunspot fading 

gradually might not be something you 

can see, but this might be a nuanced 

way to track it.” In other words, you’ll 

keep using a product before giving up 

on it. The mirror can detect microscopic 

changes in wrinkles, for example, so it 

is a more scientific way to evaluate 

whether my eye cream is actually 

plumping out my fine lines, or if that 

ferulic acid serum is legit fading the 

sun-dappling on my cheeks. 

To be honest, I’m now less interested 

in using the tool to chastise my face 

for daring to age than I am in using it 

to Kondo my shelves of the bottles that 

just aren’t cutting it. I’ve spent enough 

time zooming in; moving forward, I’m 

focusing on the big picture. Q 

THE DISRUPTORS 

Other beauty-tracking tools revolutionizing our routines: 

•Olay Skin Advisor (free, skinadvisor.olay.com) gives you a skin 

quiz and snaps a photo of your face to determine your skin’s real age, 

then suggests appropriate products. 

•Wayskin ($129, en.wayskin.com) uses sensors to measure the moisture 

levels of your skin and provides real-time info on UV and humidity. 

•Samsung Lumini (price and launch date not finalized) takes your 

photo and then recommends products that address your skin issues, 

and/or a tele-consultation with a dermatologist.

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ParaGard ® T380A 

Intrauterine Copper Contraceptive 

This brief summary does not take the place of talking to your doctor about 

your medical condition or your treatment. 

ParaGard ® T 380A Intrauterine Copper Contraceptive is used to prevent 

pregnancy. It does not protect against HIV infection (AIDS) and other sexually 

transmitted diseases. 

What is ParaGard ® ? 

ParaGard ® (intrauterine copper contraceptive) is a copper-releasing device that 

is placed in your uterus to prevent pregnancy for up to 10 years. ParaGard ® is 

made of white plastic in the shape of a “T.” Copper is wrapped around the stem 

and arms of the “T”. Two white threads are attached to the stem of the “T”. The 

threads are the only part of ParaGard ® that you can feel when ParaGard ® is in 

your uterus. ParaGard ® and its components do not contain latex. 

How long can I keep ParaGard ® in place? 

You can keep ParaGard ® in your uterus for up to 10 years. After 10 years, you 

should have ParaGard ® removed by your healthcare provider. If you wish and 

if it is still right for you, you may get a new ParaGard ® during the same visit. 

What if I change my mind and want to become pregnant? 

Your healthcare provider can remove ParaGard ® at any time. After discontinuation 

of ParaGard ® , its contraceptive effect is reversed. 

How does ParaGard ® work? 

Ideas about how ParaGard ® works include preventing sperm from reaching 

the egg, preventing sperm from fertilizing the egg, and possibly preventing the 

egg from attaching (implanting) in the uterus. ParaGard ® does not stop your 

ovaries from making an egg (ovulating) each month. 

How well does ParaGard ® work? 

Fewer than 1 in 100 women become pregnant each year while using ParaGard ® . 

Who should not use ParaGard ® ? 

You should not use ParaGard ® if you 

• Might be pregnant 

• Have a uterus that is abnormally shaped inside 

• Have a pelvic infection called pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) or have current 

behavior that puts you at high risk of PID (for example, because you are 

having sex with several men, or your partner is having sex with other women) 

• Have had an infection in your uterus after a pregnancy or abortion in the past 

3 months 

• Have cancer of the uterus or cervix 

• Have unexplained bleeding from your vagina 

• Have an infection in your cervix 

• Have Wilson’s disease (a disorder in how the body handles copper) 

• Are allergic to anything in ParaGard ® 

• Already have an intrauterine contraceptive in your uterus 

How is ParaGard ® placed in the uterus? 

ParaGard ® is placed in your uterus during an office visit. Your healthcare provider 

first examines you to find the position of your uterus. Next, he or she 

will cleanse your vagina and cervix, measure your uterus, and then slide a 

plastic tube containing ParaGard ® into your uterus. The tube is removed, leaving 

ParaGard ® inside your uterus. Two white threads extend into your vagina. 

The threads are trimmed so they are just long enough for you to feel with your 

fingers when doing a self-check. As ParaGard ® goes in, you may feel cramping 

or pinching. Some women feel faint, nauseated, or dizzy for a few minutes 

afterwards. Your healthcare provider may ask you to lie down for a while and 

to get up slowly. 

How do I check that ParaGard ® is in my uterus? 

Visit your healthcare provider for a check-up about one month after placement 

to make sure ParaGard ® is still in your uterus. 

You can also check to make sure that ParaGard ® is still in your uterus by reaching 

up to the top of your vagina with clean fingers to feel the two threads. Do 

not pull on the threads. 

If you cannot feel the threads, ask your healthcare provider to check if 

ParaGard ® is in the right place. If you can feel more of ParaGard ® than just the 

threads, ParaGard ® is not in the right place. If you can’t see your healthcare 

provider right away, use an additional birth control method. If ParaGard ® is in 

the wrong place, your chances of getting pregnant are increased. It is a good 

habit for you to check that ParaGard ® is in place once a month. 

You may use tampons when you are using ParaGard ® . 

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What if I become pregnant while using ParaGard ® ? 

If you think you are pregnant, contact your healthcare professional right away. 

If you are pregnant and ParaGard ® is in your uterus, you may get a severe 

infection or shock, have a miscarriage or premature labor and delivery, or even 

die. Because of these risks, your healthcare provider will recommend that you 

have ParaGard ® removed, even though removal may cause miscarriage. 

If you continue a pregnancy with ParaGard ® in place, see your healthcare provider 

regularly. Contact your healthcare provider right away if you get fever, 

chills, cramping, pain, bleeding, flu-like symptoms, or an unusual, bad smelling 

vaginal discharge. 

A pregnancy with ParaGard ® in place has a greater than usual chance of being 

ectopic (outside your uterus). Ectopic pregnancy is an emergency that may 

require surgery. An ectopic pregnancy can cause internal bleeding, infertility, 

and death. Unusual vaginal bleeding or abdominal pain may be signs of an 

ectopic pregnancy. 

Copper in ParaGard ® does not seem to cause birth defects. 

What side effects can I expect with ParaGard ® ? 

The most common side effects of ParaGard ® are heavier, longer periods and 

spotting between periods; most of these side effects diminish after 2-3 months. 

However, if your menstrual flow continues to be heavy or long, or spotting 

continues, contact your healthcare provider. 

Infrequently, serious side effects may occur: 

• Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID): Uncommonly, ParaGard ® and other IUDs 

are associated with PID. PID is an infection of the uterus, tubes, and nearby 

organs. PID is most likely to occur in the first 20 days after placement. You 

have a higher chance of getting PID if you or your partner have sex with more 

than one person. PID is treated with antibiotics. However, PID can cause 

serious problems such as infertility, ectopic pregnancy, and chronic pelvic 

pain. Rarely, PID may even cause death. More serious cases of PID require 

surgery or a hysterectomy (removal of the uterus). Contact your healthcare 

provider right away if you have any of the signs of PID: abdominal or pelvic 

pain, painful sex, unusual or bad smelling vaginal discharge, chills, heavy 

bleeding, or fever. 

• Difficult removals: Occasionally ParaGard ® may be hard to remove because 

it is stuck in the uterus. Surgery may sometimes be needed to remove 

ParaGard ® . 

• Perforation: Rarely, ParaGard ® goes through the wall of the uterus, especially 

during placement. This is called perforation. If ParaGard ® perforates the 

uterus, it should be removed. Surgery may be needed. Perforation can cause 

infection, scarring, or damage to other organs. If ParaGard ® perforates the 

uterus, you are not protected from pregnancy. 

• Expulsion: ParaGard ® may partially or completely fall out of the uterus. This 

is called expulsion. Women who have never been pregnant may be more 

likely to expel ParaGard ® than women who have been pregnant before. If you 

think that ParaGard ® has partly or completely fallen out, use an additional 

birth control method, such as a condom and call your healthcare provider. 

You may have other side effects with ParaGard ® . For example, you may have 

anemia (low blood count), backache, pain during sex, menstrual cramps, allergic 

reaction, vaginal infection, vaginal discharge, faintness, or pain. This is not 

a complete list of possible side effects. If you have questions about a side effect, 

check with your healthcare provider. 

When should I call my healthcare provider? 

Call your healthcare provider if you have any concerns about ParaGard ® . Be 

sure to call if you: 

• Think you are pregnant 

• Have pelvic pain or pain during sex 

• Have unusual vaginal discharge or genital sores 

• Have unexplained fever 

• Might be exposed to sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) 

• Cannot feel ParaGard ® ’s threads or can feel the threads are much longer 

• Can feel any other part of the ParaGard ® besides the threads 

• Become HIV positive or your partner becomes HIV positive 

• Have severe or prolonged vaginal bleeding 

• Miss a menstrual period 

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A Subsidiary of Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc. 

North Wales, PA 19454 

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We’ve been waiting to bust out 

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Emily Skye for our cover! The 

fitness superstar may look as 

if her world is all sunshine 

and kettlebells, but she also 

rocks tummy rolls and 

stretch marks and shows 

every bit of it to her 13 million 

social followers. Here, she 

opens up to WH about 

conquering self-doubt, 

gaining 30 pounds, and why 

strength is so much more 

powerful than perfection. 

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FITNESS 

Emily 

Skye has to pee. 

Badly. “Thank 

god we’re here, 

I’m busting!” 

the 32-year-old fitness guru 

exclaims in her cheeky Aussie 

accent after an hour-long, 

iced-almond-milk-latte-fueled 

drive across the San Gabriel 

Valley to Burbank, California. 

Yep, she’s as frank in person 

as on her wildly popular social 

media feeds, where she 

cops to zits, digestive drama, 

and “dessert babies”—a.k.a. 

post-sweets bloat. 

That openness not only sets 

Emily apart from the gaggle 

of sculpted fit-fluencers out 

there, but has boosted her to 

the apex of the fitness market. 

The figures tell the story: 

13 million followers across 

Instagram, Snapchat, Twitter, 

Facebook, and YouTube; 

a number-three spot on 

Forbes’s 2017 list of the 10 

most influential fitness stars 

worldwide; and a paying 

audience of 250,000 for her 

online workout program, 

F.I.T. On this sunny SoCal day, 

Emily is further plumping up 

her portfolio with back-toback 

meetings about potential 

collaborations—makeup, 

TV, workout shoes, all the 

expected stops on the fitspostar 

express. 

She is driving that train 

in a new direction, though. 

“It’s so important for women 

to remember that the people 

who inspire them are human 

and shouldn’t be put up on 

pedestals,” she says. Emily is 

essentially creating a new 

version of fitspo that aspires to 

be fit but not obsessed, a place 

where she can be unabashedly 

proud of her cut-andcurved 

self one minute, and 

vulnerable and pal-nextdoor 

the next—with a touch 

of armchair psychologist. 

Case in point: Her strengthtraining 

workouts are tough 

enough to have you hobbling 

the day after, but online she 

prefers feel-good mantras, 

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like “Don’t dull your sparkle 

to make other people more 

comfortable,” to the unsparing 

“Sweat is just your fat crying” 

memes. She wants women to 

be strong, but not too hard on 

themselves as they work 

toward that strength. Before 

she could teach that kind of 

self-acceptance to others, 

however, she had to 

find it herself. 

A PAINFUL PAST 

It didn’t come easily. “My 

father left when I was 2,” she 

reveals, a life-changing event 

she now believes instilled in 

her the “feeling that I could 

never be loved” and ultimately 

led her to fall for a string of 

abusive boyfriends. 

Emily was also mercilessly 

bullied by other girls. “In grade 

school, they’d make frog noises 

when I walked past because 

I had big eyes, and they called 

me Stick Creature because 

I was skinny,” she remembers. 

By age 11, she was so unhappy 

that her doctor prescribed an 

antidepressant. When her wide 

blue-gray eyes and willowy 

legs caught the attention of 

male students, the girl-on-girl 

torment escalated: Emily was 

pushed into lockers and chased 

home from school. 

Hoping to boost Emily’s 

confidence in her looks, her 

mother enrolled her in a 

modeling course at 13. By her 

late teens, she was scoring gigs 

for fashion and bikini shoots, 

but that made her feel worse. 

“I’d go to castings and compare 

myself to the other women,” 

she says. “I would think, I’m not 

pretty enough or skinny enough. 

But I kept modeling because 

I needed praise to feel loved.” 

By her early twenties, Emily 

was “on the verge of an eating 

disorder,” she says. Daily 

two-hour cardio sessions and 

a diet of carrots, celery, and 

hummus kept her at a size 0, 

“but I wasn’t fit or healthy. 

I had so much self-hate that 

sometimes I didn’t feel like 

I wanted to live.” She also 

had a “nasty boyfriend” who 

was not only unfaithful and 

controlling but threatening 

and physically abusive. “I had 

to get a restraining order on 

him,” she says. “In retrospect, 

it was like a horrible movie.” 

THE TURNING POINT 

There was no place to go but 

up, and Emily’s first moves in 

that direction began to take 

shape in 2009, when she was 

24. “I started looking at 

muscle and fitness magazines, 

and the women seemed so 

strong and healthy. I loved 

the idea of using weights to 

transform your body, to look 

and feel powerful.” At the gym, 

she traded cardio machines 

for the weight room, playing 

around with lat pulldowns 

and biceps curls that, she now 

admits, “I was probably doing 

all wrong.” 

At the same time, Emily 

reconnected with a friend 

of a friend, Declan Redmond, 

a former commando in the 

Australian army and an 

experienced weightlifter. The 

two started training together, 

with short bursts of HIIT 

and heavy weights. Emily 

noticed a difference in her 

physique within six weeks: Her 

arms and legs had grown more 

defined and she’d begun 

etching out abs. 

As she continued reshaping 

her body from “twig” to 

“strong, fit machine”—in 

the process gaining almost 

30 pounds, most of it pure 

muscle—her confidence 

blossomed too. Fueled by a 

steady stream of post-workout 

endorphins, her depression 

melted away, and she 

was able to stop taking the 

antidepressants that had 

been part of her life for a dozen 

years. “Before, I had this 

cloudy feeling, and now, the 

sun was shining. I thought, 

This is what being alive is like. 

I felt like a superhero.” 

Not everyone was on board 

with Emily’s new passion. 

“Some friends wrinkled 

their noses at my muscles. 

One looked at my arms and 

shoulders and said I looked 

‘disgusting, like a man.’” A 

bikini company airbrushed her 

abs out of photos. A fashionhouse 

rep gestured at Emily’s 

sculpted arms and said, “It’s 

too much.” “And I was tiny 

then compared to now!” Emily 

marvels. It was high school all 

over again—not fitting in, not 

being accepted. 

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The Many Faces (and Bods) of Emily Skye 

After Emily recovered from disordered eating, perfectionism, and self-image issues, she wanted 

to help other women do the same. Enter: a platform-shattering honesty about her body’s awkward 

moments, along with a message to “just be you!” Here, a few of her most powerful posts. 

October 2013: In an early post, Emily took on 

the thigh-gap obsession, writing that it’s “not 

only unrealistic but ridiculous and unhealthy!” 

About her own amazing thighs, she added,“I 

don’t have a gap and I don’t want one!” 

October 2014: Accused of making women 

feel insecure, Emily posted zits-and-stretch 

marks photos on Facebook, and a passionate 

personal note about her own unhealthy past. 

Number of views: 91 million. 

August 2016: “There’s a big difference 

between what most people post online and 

‘real life,’” Emily told followers. The proof? 

Her face, pre- and post-makeup. “It took me 

years to be comfortable with my ‘raw’ self.” 

November 2016: Emily documented her 

transformation in an Instagram post that 

revealed an almost 30-pound weight gain. 

Her earlier self was “starving” and depressed; 

now she’s “happier than I have ever been.” 

February 2017: Belly rolls rule! After a monthlong 

trip, Emily wrote, “Sometimes I look like 

the pic on the left, sometimes like the pic on 

the right.” Lesson: Even fitness icons “don’t 

always have abs”—and that’s totally cool. 

March 2017: “I have something to tell you... 

I have a dessert baby!” Emily told Instagram 

followers, another step in her “perfection 

doesn’t exist” campaign. “Here’s a reminder 

that I bloat,” she wrote. “It was SO worth it.” 

Only this time, she had the 

(BOSU) balls to speak up. The 

feeling of power in her body, 

she says, had “paved the way 

to mental changes.” Emily 

began stripping away sources 

of negativity from her life, 

dropping unsupportive 

“friends,” traveling with 

Declan (now her boyfriend), 

and modeling for fitness 

companies instead of fashion 

and beauty labels. When her 

76-year-old grandma saw her 

flexing and said, “Stop lifting 

weights. You’re supposed to be 

feminine,” she simply smiled… 

and flexed again. 

REDEFINING #FITSPO 

It wasn’t long before Emily 

had a wider audience for her 

strong-not-skinny philosophy. 

By 2011 she had become a 

certified personal trainer and 

was blogging and posting on 

Facebook, then later Instagram 

and other platforms, about 

her meals, workouts, and 

experiences at body-building 

and swimsuit competitions. 

Her timing was impeccable: 

The fitspo movement was just 

springing up as a reaction to 

thinspo, the trend celebrating 

an ultra-skinny ideal—and 

fitspo’s emphasis on strength 

and health dovetailed with 

Emily’s physical and mental 

transformation. “I decided 

everyone deserved to feel as 

incredible as I did,” she says. 

But a funny thing happened 

to fitspo over the next few 

years. It began morphing into 

something that could trigger 

perfectionism and body-size 

preoccupation—much like 

thinspo. In 2014, an Australian 

professor wrote an article 

blaming social media fitness 

stars for making young women 

ALL PHOTOS COURTESY OF SKYE 


FITNESS 

feel guilty about their bodies… 

with Emily Skye’s photo front 

and center. 

Emily was incensed. “The 

professor hadn’t bothered to 

read my content—she just 

cherry-picked some photos 

and made assumptions,” she 

says. Emily responded by 

posting a collage of zits and 

stretch marks, together with a 

heartfelt statement about her 

own “struggles, insecurities, 

and flaws.” The story got more 

than 91 million views and 

ignited Emily’s career. 

Now her social media secret 

sauce is a refreshing blend of 

look-at-me aspiration and 

I’m-like-you honesty. Between 

the posts on moves that will lift 

your butt, there are tricks for 

lifting yourself out of the 

occasional sad mood…which 

Emily admits she still falls into. 

In one YouTube video, she 

confesses, “I’m feeling down in 

the dumps…I don’t wanna do 

anything. I wanna sleep all the 

time; I wanna cry all the time.” 

Her solution: “Do what you 

need to do to feel good in that 

moment —cry, skip the gym, 

eat chocolate—then get back to 

what you know works for you.” 

Clearly that’s a message that 

resonates, and Emily keeps 

compiling more ways to send it 

out. Reebok made her a global 

ambassador last September, 

and she is spearheading its 

“Hands” campaign, designed 

to spark conversations about 

body positivity. She is also 

working with the company on 

a new shoe, a training sneaker 

designed to handle everything 

from squats to plyometric 

box jumps to sprints. And her 

F.I.T. program has led to a 

partnership with an Australian 

gym chain, with “Emily/Skye 

Ignite” strength-training 

classes offered at 75 locations. 

Through the maze of 

new opportunities, though, 

Emily never loses touch 

with the vulnerable girl she 

once was. “Before I post 

anything, I ask myself, ‘If 

I were talking to my youngest 

self, what would I have 

wanted to hear?’” Q 

’Gram-Slam Abs! 

No gym required. Instead, hit the sand (or anywhere!) with this routine from 

Emily. Three times a week, do this circuit in order: Perform each exercise for 

40 seconds, then rest for 20 seconds before moving on to the next. After doing 

all five moves, rest for one minute, then repeat five times for six total rounds. 

a 

1. BODY-WEIGHT SQUAT 

Stand with your feet a little more than shoulder-width apart, toes turned 

out slightly and hands at your sides (a). Keeping your core tight and chest 

upright, sit your hips back and bend your knees to lower your body until 

your thighs are parallel to the ground, bringing your hands together in 

front of you for balance (b). Press through your heels to return to start. 

2. CURTSY LUNGE 

Stand with your feet 

shoulder-width apart, hands 

together in front of you at 

chest height (a). Keeping 

your torso upright, take a 

big step back with your left 

leg, crossing it behind your 

right, then bend your knees 

and lower until your right 

thigh is nearly parallel to 

the floor, keeping your hips 

and shoulders as square as 

possible (b). Press through 

your right heel to return 

to standing. Repeat on the 

other side and continue 

alternating. 

a 

a 

3. SPIDER-MAN MOUNTAIN CLIMBER 

Start in pushup position, hands directly below your shoulders, legs 

extended and feet together (a). Brace your core, then bend your left knee 

out and up toward your left elbow, keeping your hips as parallel to 

the ground as possible (b). Return to start. Repeat with the other leg 

and continue alternating. 

b 

b 

b 

a 

b 

4. MODIFIED V-UP 

Lie faceup on the ground with 

legs straight, arms at your sides, 

and shoulders off the ground (a). 

Quickly lift your torso to an upright 

position as you pull your knees to 

your chest (b). Keeping your hands 

next to your hips on the ground for 

support, slowly lower back to start. 

a 

b 

5. MODIFIED PUSHUP 

Start on your hands and knees in a 

modified pushup position, hands 

slightly more than shoulder-width 

apart, and your body forming a 

straight line from head to knees 

(a). Squeeze your glutes and brace 

your core, then bend your elbows 

to lower your chest toward the 

floor (b). Press through your palms 

to return to start. 

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Suspend your disbelief about hypnosis, and while you’re at it, forget about 

swinging watches and the phrase “You’re getting sleepy.” Despite the fact 

that people have been using hypnotherapy for decades to help them 

ditch behaviors like overeating and smoking—and that major medical 

organizations recognize it as valid therapy for a range of health issues— 

it’s still viewed as mental sleight of hand, a tool of stage performers, 

not doctors. But thanks to a spate of recent research—most notably 

a study that showed, via MRI imaging, how the brain actually changes 

during hypnosis—the practice has gained more legitimacy and is 

often combined with talk therapy or meds. Now, “people are signing 

up for it at the recommendation of their physician,” says health 

psychologist Laurie Keefer, Ph.D., director of psychobehavioral research 

at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York City. 

During a session, a therapist will ease you into a hyper-focused 

relaxed state (by having you concentrate on, say, soothing words), then 

give you suggestions to help you conquer your health problem. You’ll 

be physically alert but mentally calm, similar to what happens when 

you are driving and reach your destination but don’t remember 

how you got there. Here, why over a half a million people couch-surf 

away what ails them each year, and what you can expect. 

INSOMNIA 

New York City writer Patricia Morrisroe 

could fall asleep easily. But four hours 

later, she’d be up again, her mind reeling. 

The problem started in childhood 

and gradually worsened. Patricia tried 

cognitive behavioral therapy and 

meds; when they didn’t help, she decided 

to visit a hypnotherapist. Patricia was 

hypnotized once, then given a recording 

to listen to nightly. Immediately, the 

then 50-year-old had what she describes 

as “the best sleep of my life.” The 

results wore off after 10 days (Patricia’s 

hypnotherapist suspects this is 

because she was only partly susceptible to 

hypnosis; about a third of the population 

can’t be hypnotized at all), but many 

people see results as long as they listen 

to the recording. 

People with stress-linked sleep 

disturbances are great candidates for 

hypnotherapy, says psychotherapist 

Marty Lerman, Ph.D., author of Mindshift. 

That’s because hypnosis can teach you 

how to acknowledge and release spinning 

thoughts. The payoff: A study found women 

who listened to hypnotic suggestions 

for sleep (such as a fish swimming deeper 

into water) at night experienced up to 80 

percent more restorative slow-wave sleep 

compared with when they heard a 

nonhypnotic text. 

That stress connection is why you’ll see 

the best results if you have a session or two 

with a therapist who can tailor a recording 

to your specific stressors. For example, if a 

jam-packed schedule is stealing your Zs, 

she might include a statement like “You 

have time to complete all your daily tasks.” 

Nonpersonalized sleep hypnosis apps are 

okay, say experts, as long as you choose one 

that’s been created or vetted by a certified 

hypnotherapist (check the description 

in the app store). Try Sleep Well Hypnosis 

(free), a 25-minute session you listen to 

nightly; it promises consistent, deep sleep 

in one to three weeks. 

GUT TROUBLES 

When she was 25, Amber Ponticelli 

started getting sharp abdominal pains 

every time she ate. ER and gastro docs 

thought she had IBS, but their suggested 

dietary tweaks (like eating six small meals 

As far back as ancient times, healers have used forms of hypnosis. A brief look back, from hokey to legit. 

3000 B.C. 

Ancient Greeks go to “sleep 

temples” dedicated to 

Aesculapius, the god of healing, 

to be treated in rituals that 

use hypnotic-like trances. 

The temples are filled with 

snakes, Aesculapius’s symbol. 

Um, not soothing. 

1843 

English doctor James 

Braid coins the term 

hypnosis (after Hypnos, 

the Greek god of sleep) 

and studies how it can 

be used to help ease 

anxiety and pain. 

1960 

The American 

Psychological 

Association recognizes 

hypnotherapy 

as a valid medical 

procedure. 

1774 

Austrian physician 

Franz Anton Mesmer 

(mesmerized; get it?) 

claims the hypnotic 

state is controlled by 

an occult force. He 

is soon discredited. 

1860s 

Civil War surgeons 

hypnotize injured 

soldiers before 

amputations. 

2008 

Research in 

the journal Nature 

finds evidence 

that hypnotherapy 

is effective at 

treating IBS. 


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a day instead of three large ones) didn’t 

ease her symptoms. Finally, an M.D. 

diagnosed the culprit: rapid gastric 

emptying, a condition that causes the 

body to force undigested food through the 

gut. She was referred to a doctor who was 

using hypnotherapy to treat GI patients. 

Amber didn’t have great expectations, but 

the now 35-year-old Chicago Pilates 

instructor was desperate. 

People with gut problems often find 

relief with hypnotherapy—on average, 

75 percent of women get significant relief 

after treatment and more than 80 percent 

continue to feel better for up to six years 

later—because of the close link between 

mind and gut, says Olafur Palsson, Psy.D., a 

professor of medicine at The University of 

North Carolina’s Center for Functional GI 

and Motility Disorders in Chapel Hill. The 

brain sends signals to the gut to influence 

how much it should contract or relax to 

move food through your intestines. But 

sometimes that message can come across 

too intensely (which can lead to diarrhea) 

or not firmly enough (resulting in 

constipation). Hypnotherapy can help iron 

out these mind-gut missives so your 

intestines contract properly, says Palsson. 

Each session, Amber would stare at a 

penny glued to the ceiling to help her 

relax. Then her doctor would describe a 

soothing location and say how Amber 

should tap into it to ease her symptoms 

(think: being on a beach and feeling the 

warm sun moving through and healing her 

intestines, and her stomach acting 

like the waves, breaking down food). 

Amber saw her symptoms ease up 

immediately; the majority of people find 

relief after six sessions (most women have 

one every other week over the course of 

about three months). People who begin to 

experience pain again (to date, Amber 

hasn’t) can go back for “tune up” visits or 

listen to a taped session provided by their 

doctor or therapist. 

out of control of my body or say something 

embarrassing,” says the Denver resident. 

But that wasn’t the case. Once Megan was 

put into a relaxed state, her hypnotherapist 

talked her through ways to release 

negative thoughts. When Megan was 

anxious about an upcoming trip, her 

therapist helped her envision going 

through the process—packing her bags, 

driving to the airport, getting through 

security, boarding the plane, the actual 

flight—without anxiety. It worked; she was 

far less tense than usual during her trip. 

Hypnosis is similarly successful for 

depressed individuals, who often receive 

messaging geared toward identifying and 

releasing uncomfortable emotions (“As 

sad feelings surface, you can let them go”). 

When hypnosis is incorporated into 

cognitive behavioral therapy sessions, it 

usually reduces the number of sessions 

needed by at least half, compared with 

using behavioral therapy alone. 

Today, Megan’s anxiety is managed with 

self-hypnosis, a technique she learned 

during her sessions. She relaxes her mind, 

then repeats some of her therapist’s 

frequently used phrases in order to guide 

herself through whatever upcoming 

stressful situation (like going to the 

dentist) she’s facing. 

PAIN 

Rumor has it Gisele Bündchen 

and Kate Middleton used hypnotherapy 

to ease labor contractions sans epidural. 

The Gisele anecdote, together with the 

documentary The Business of Being Born, 

helped convince Lauren Fong Barlow, the 

CEO of a Los Angeles digital production 

company, to enroll in a hypnobirthing 

class when she was five months pregnant. 

For the next four months—and during 

the 36-hour unmedicated birth of her 

daughter—she listened to recordings and 

birthing affirmations (e.g., “My muscles 

are working in harmony to make birthing 

easier”) recommended by her teacher. 

During delivery she had periods of 

discomfort, “but I was never in pain or 

screaming,” says Lauren, now 37 years old. 

Experts aren’t positive how hypnosis 

helps with labor pain, but Palsson suspects 

it may lessen the so-called fight-or-flight 

response, which can cause muscle tension 

that makes it harder for the baby to move 

through the birth canal. 

Baby-delivering pains aren’t the only 

ouch hypnosis can heal, though. 

Studies show it can lessen the chronic pain 

that comes from conditions such as 

fibromyalgia or even a years-old injury (to, 

say, your back or ankle). Here’s how: 

Typically, when you’re hurt, the nervous 

system sends pain cues to the brain 

until the problem heals. But with chronic 

pain, the neurons misfire, making the 

signals—and the agony—continue. 

“Hypnotherapy can help tamp down these 

signals,” says David Patterson, Ph.D., a 

professor of psychology in the departments 

of rehabilitation medicine, surgery, 

and psychology at the University of 

Washington in Seattle. 

So if you see a hypnotherapist for that 

bad back, her suggestions might be 

about ways to ease or completely get rid 

of the discomfort. (One example: Telling 

you to imagine you’re putting your spinal 

pain into a series of progressively larger 

boxes, locking each one shut, then putting 

the last box on a train to take it away for 

good.) Most patients with chronic 

pain report feeling less achy after a single 

appointment and significantly better 

after about four sessions. Q 

ANXIETY 

Twenty-five-year old Megan McGovern 

has relied on hypnotherapy to help 

manage her anxiety for nearly a decade. 

She first tried it when a therapist suggested 

it as an alternative to medication. It was 

good advice: Research shows adding in 

hypnotherapy can make regular therapy 

sessions for depression or anxiety 

significantly more effective. 

“My first time, I was worried I would be 

Ready to coax your brain to better health? If you suffer from a condition that 

hypnotherapy can help with, doing your research is key because most states 

don’t require hypnotherapists to be licensed. Ask your primary-care doc for 

a referral, or contact the American Society of Clinical Hypnosis (asch.net). 

The latter requires therapists to be health-care professionals who are licensed 

in their state to provide medical, dental, or psychotherapeutic services, and 

to have completed at least 20 hours of hypnotherapy training, learning the 

process of hypnosis for a variety of conditions. Expect your initial appointment 

to last about an hour and to include more background-gathering than actual 

hypnosis so that your mental state and the root of your issue can be 

determined. Sessions (you’ll probably need five to seven) cost about $100 to 

$150 a pop—though they may be covered by insurance if the therapist codes 

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URGENT 

CARE 

OR ER? 

That is the Q you now face 

when a medical crisis strikes— 

and a recent survey found 

that 89 percent of people 

would head to the ER for 

problems that could be 

treated at an urgent-care 

clinic. Those unnecessary 

ER visits add up: Wait times 

can be hours longer, and 

care can cost thousands 

of dollars more. Use our 

cheat sheet to determine 

the right destination for 

common ailments. 

By Jamie Hergenrader 

.BROKEN BONE. 

URGENT CARE 

Suspect you broke a peripheral bone (foot, 

ankle, wrist, finger)? Urgent-care docs 

can X-ray it and put on a temporary splint, 

then refer you to an orthopedic M.D. for 

follow-up care and (if needed) a long-term cast. 

EMERGENCY ROOM 

Hit up the ER for a broken long bone (arm or leg) 

or centralized one (skull, neck, hip), any break 

that restricts blood flow (it’ll feel numb), or a 

fracture in which the bone is sticking out of your 

skin—you’ll need a cast and possibly surgery. 

.FEVER AND VOMITING 

URGENT CARE 

A temp of up to 102.5°F, with or without 

vomiting, is likely a temporary bug or the flu. 

You can ride it out, or if symptoms last longer 

than 24 hours, see an urgent-care doctor 

for anti-nausea meds to avoid dehydration. 


Hightail it here if that high temp and puking 

come with sharp abdominal pain or a headache. 

The former can signal gallbladder issues (which 

may require surgery); the latter, meningitis 

(ER M.D.s can confirm with a spinal tap). 

.ABDOMINAL PAIN. 

URGENT CARE 

Choose this if a previously diagnosed gut 

problem (such as IBS or acid reflux) is 

making you more miz than usual and your 

primary-care M.D. is booked solid. 


A severe, out-of-the-blue belly ouch can signal 

appendicitis, kidney stones, or inflammation in 

the gallbladder, liver, or pancreas. ER docs 

have high-tech equipment (CT scanners, MRIs) 

to ID the cause—and powerful painkillers to 

make you more comfortable. 

.CUTS 

URGENT CARE 

These docs can clean out a shallow cut (you 

can’t see muscle or bone) with an antiseptic 

to prevent infection, then seal the edges with 

stitches or medical glue, even on your face. 


If you can see bone or the bleeding hasn’t 

stopped after 15 minutes of pressure, 

head here. Ditto puncture wounds (e.g., you 

stepped on a nail or an animal bit you); 

advanced imaging tools let ER docs check 

for damage to nerves, arteries, or veins. 

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pasta with ⅓ cup 

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splashes of pasta 

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¼ cup halved 

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¼ cup cucumber 

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E Chlorophyll, the nutrient 

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E Your liver uses the vitamin 

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THWART COLDS 

1 Tbsp fresh grated ginger 

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+ ¼ cup pomegranate juice 

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Toss one back: Once a 

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Taste: Spicy, tangy, and 

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FEEDING ON 

FEAR 

Round-the-clock headlines, 

political rants, dire global events—it’s 

enough to drive you to the nearest 

bag of cookies. If you’re feeling the 

weight of the world in places other 

than your shoulders, we can help. 

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WEIGHT LOSS 

Cindy Hamilton, 40, of 

Highwood, Illinois, has 

a trainer, works out four times 

a week, and ran the Marine 

Corps Marathon last year—and 

yet she’s gained seven pounds 

since November’s contentious 

presidential election. 

“I’ll watch cable news while 

eating straight from a fivepound 

vat of licorice,” she 

confesses. “It numbs my worry. 

Plus, I’m like, ‘Everything’s 

going to shit, so I might as well 

eat candy.’ I never understood 

emotional eating before, 

but now, having a bagel and 

cream cheese makes me 

feel better in the moment.” 

Studies, and scales 

nationwide, show that 

Hamilton isn’t alone. The 

sordid combination of heated 

political sparring and 24/7 

news coverage of world 

calamity and crises—made 

worse by the attendant social 

EXTRA! EXTRA! HOW NOT TO EAT YOUR FEELINGS 

media chatter and trolling— 

has driven more than half 

the U.S. population to eat, 

drink, or smoke as a result of 

the election, according to 

a survey by online health-care 

portal CareDash.com. Six 

percent of women have gained 

enough weight to cause them 

to see, or consider seeing, 

a doctor about it. 

“Eating habits are 

greatly influenced by 

stress, anxiety, and 

other negative emotions, 

regardless of what triggers 

them—politics, work, or 

personal relationships,” says 

Darnestown, Maryland, 

psychotherapist Steven Stosny, 

Ph.D., who coined the 2016 

phrase “election stress 

disorder” and, more recently, 

“headline stress disorder.” 

Constant exposure to 

terrorism scares and climatechange 

warnings, Stosny says, 

“creates a war-zone mentality 

in your brain, with each 

headline seeming like a little 

missile attack you’re hoping 

doesn’t hit you.” Small wonder 

that Ashley Womble, a 

36-year-old communications 

director in New York City, has 

been avoiding the gym. “They 

play cable news nonstop,” she 

says. “I listen to music on my 

headphones, but whenever 

I look up from the treadmill, 

all I see is the news.” Womble 

estimates she’s now running 

five or so miles a week, as 

opposed to the 10 to 15 she 

was logging a year ago. 

Some have called postelection 

weight gain the 

“Trump 15,” but headlineinduced 

anxiety is 

nonpartisan: A post-election 

survey by the American 

Psychological Association 

found that national 

stress levels saw the 

sharpest rise in 

10 years, with 59 percent of 

Republicans and 76 percent 

of Democrats begging for a 

Brexit from reality. 

CLICK WEIGHT 

It’s not uncommon to put on 

pounds in response to major 

life stressors, sometimes 

called “weight shocks” by 

researchers, whether the 

shocks are personal or global in 

nature. (Germans call weight 

gained from emotional 

overeating kummerspeck— 

literally, “grief bacon.”) Simply 

thinking about a stressful 

event that you’ve experienced 

makes you burn 104 fewer 

calories—about 11 pounds’ 

worth per year—per a study in 

Biological Psychiatry, and 

the study authors expect that 

a similar effect could happen 

when we ruminate about 

a nerve-wracking headline. 

One culprit is hormones, says 

Fatima Cody Stanford, M.D., an 

obesity-medicine physician at 

Massachusetts General 

Hospital and Harvard Medical 

School in Boston. “When you’re 

upset, levels of the stress 

hormone cortisol rise, 

prompting cravings for sweet or 

high-fat foods.” Those urges are 

a throwback to prehistoric 

times, when we would stockpile 

calories in anticipation of 

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famine. Similarly, 

when you freak 

out over current 

events, “your body 

thinks, Something I 

care about is at stake, 

and it compels you to 

eat,” says Washington, D.C., 

dietitian Rebecca Scritchfield, R.D. 

You’re apt to choose comfort foods like 

mac ’n’ cheese or doughnuts, because 

carbs act “like edible Xanax,” she says, 

“stimulating the body to produce the 

feel-good chemical serotonin.” 

NO REST FOR THE WORRIED 

A social media habit can also make 

you lose sleep, another pathway to extra 

pounds. When you lag behind in Zs, 

your body can release ghrelin, the “feed 

me!” hormone, says Scritchfield. 

Late-night scrolling compounds the 

problem: The headlines may get your 

blood boiling, and the blue-screen light 

from your device affects how much and 

how well you sleep. Christine Knapp, 

a 39-year-old massage therapist in Los 

Angeles, blames her recent yo-yoing 

weight on bad bedtime rituals. “I look at 

the news on Twitter and I’m mindlessly 

munching, and suddenly an hour has 

gone by. I crawl into bed and can’t fall 

asleep, then I wake up with nightmares.” 

She has gained back six of the 12 pounds 

she’d lost before the election. 

Sleep deprivation also hinders your 

greatest weapon in the fight against 

headline-induced stress: exercise. Not 

only does working out spur endorphins, 

but it fuels emotional resiliency. 

“When you work out hard,” says 

Scritchfield, “your mind often says, 

‘I want to stop.’ But if you press 

through those pushups or that last five 

minutes of a run, it’s like strength 

training for your brain. It builds mental 

toughness.” So the next time you’re 

faced with an emotional challenge— 

like reading an upsetting article—and 

you want to eat a cookie, you realize, 

“You know what? I’m stronger than 

this.” And you are. Q

WEIGHT LOSS 

BUY 5, 

DROP 5 

Put these power foods on your plate and eat your way to a smaller size. 

By Keri Glassman, R.D. 

Whole-Wheat Panko 

Get that “fried” crunch 

without the fat. The Asian 

version of breadcrumbs 

is flakier and crispier 

and absorbs less oil than 

the traditional kind. 

Tomato 

These vine-ripened 

beauties—lusciously in 

season right now—are 

teeming with fiber, 

which keeps you full 

without extra calories. 

Basil 

Fresh herbs intensify 

your food’s flavor so you 

can use less salt and fat, 

and studies show this 

fragrant, summery leaf 

helps steady blood sugar. 

Honeydew 

A good reason to do this 

’dew: A single cup nets 

you nearly half your daily 

quota of vitamin C, which 

research shows may aid fat 

burning during exercise. 

Shrimp 

Protein doesn’t get much 

leaner than this shellfish, 

which packs 10 grams of the 

muscle-building stuff into 

a mere two ounces, along 

with a dose of omega-3s. 

BREAKFAST 

LUNCH 

SNACK 

DINNER 

DESSERT 

Honeydew Basil 

Smoothie 

Blend together 1 cup 

cubed honeydew, ½ cup 

vanilla yogurt, ½ cup ice, 

and ¼ cup basil leaves 

until smooth. Garnish 

with melon wedge. 

HAVE ON HAND 

Vanilla yogurt 

Lemon 

Mixed greens 

Tortilla scoops 

Scallion 

Shrimp Salad 

Mix 2 Tbsp panko with 

½ tsp lemon zest and 1 tsp 

oil on a baking sheet, and 

crisp in a 350°F oven, 5 

minutes. Whisk 2 tsp each 

olive oil and lemon juice 

with 1 tsp chopped basil. 

Layer 2 cups greens, ½ cup 

diced tomato, ½ cup diced 

honeydew, and 6 cooked 

shrimp. Top with dressing 

and toasted panko. 

Taco seasoning 

Aged white cheddar 

Garlic 

Brown sugar 

Tex-Mex Shrimp Bites 

Arrange 10 baked tortilla 

scoops on a baking sheet. 

Stir together ¼ cup 

chopped cooked shrimp, 

¼ cup chopped tomato, 

1 chopped scallion, and 

1 tsp taco seasoning. Divide 

among tortilla scoops and 

top each with ½ tsp grated 

cheddar. Bake at 350°F 

until cheese melts, 

4 minutes. Garnish with 

more chopped scallion. 

Pesto Shrimp 

over Tomato 

In a food processor, 

combine ½ cup basil 

leaves; 1 Tbsp each grated 

cheddar, panko, and olive 

oil; 2 tsp lemon juice; and 

1 clove garlic. Transfer to 

a bowl and toss with 

7 cooked medium shrimp. 

Thickly slice 1 large 

tomato; sprinkle with salt 

and pepper. Arrange on 

a plate and top with pesto 

shrimp. Garnish with 

more cheese. 

Honeydew 

Yogurt Pop 

In a small nonstick skillet, 

toast ½ tsp panko with 

¼ tsp brown sugar, about 

1 minute. Thread three 

cubes of melon on a wood 

skewer. Spread 2 Tbsp 

vanilla yogurt over melon 

in a thin layer and place on 

a parchment-lined plate. 

Sprinkle with sweetened 

breadcrumbs and freeze 

until the yogurt is solid, 

about 30 minutes. 

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LIFE 

There’s a “nerd” revolution happening, and the definition is a 

million miles from the stereotype. Women are claiming the 

term—including our yearbook of A-listers and WH staffers—and 

giving it a positive slant. The old version, of course, was a booksmart, 

socially awkward goody-goody with a math or science 

bent—the female fictional versions being Hermione Granger, Lisa 

Simpson, and The Big Bang Theory’s Amy Farrah Fowler. And 

there are plenty of purists who still swear by this—picture the 

devoted Trekkies and hardcore gamers who relish their alpha 

nerd status and police the noobs. But on a looser scale, nerding out 

has come to mean delving embarrassingly deep into your 

passion—even if it’s the nichest of niches. “I probably know more 

about ecologically innovative fabric made from mushrooms than 

someone should,” says Marijana Sprajc, 44. As for crafter Jenny 

Ryan, 43, “I get worked up about types of glues and their 

appropriate usage.” Stamp collector Rachel Ridout, 31, recently 

dragged her mother to the Postmuseum in Stockholm. “It was just 

us and an elderly German couple. It was so cool.” 

Thanks to today’s self-selected 

feeds beamed directly into our phones, 

the very idea of “mainstream” is 

disappearing, says Robert Thompson, 

Ph.D., director of the Bleier Center for 

Television and Popular Culture at 

Syracuse University in New York. That 

opens the door for new voices and ideas 

to carve out a platform within popular 

culture—and IRL. “We’re seeing people 

focus more on individualism rather 

than just following trends,” says Lucie 

Greene, worldwide director of the 

Innovation Group at J. Walter 

Thompson. And leaning into your 

quirks = nerding out. 

Grace Sun is one woman living 

that concept. Last October, the 

creative strategist at Instagram and 

Facebook started the @bethenerd 

Instagram account. Inspired by Mark 

Zuckerberg’s advice to young women to 

“be the nerd” in their school (instead 

of dating one), Sun posts mini videos of 

high-profile women about their 

greatest fascinations. For example: 

Samantha Power, the youngest-ever 

U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations, 

is a Red Sox superfan; Mindy Kaling 

nerds out about comedies like the old 

BBC sitcom Fawlty Towers. “I wanted 

to celebrate intellectual curiosity 

and inspire young women to pursue 

their passions,” says Sun. Her words of 

wisdom? “Find that thing that makes 

time feel like it’s hit the fast-forward 

button—it can be coding, playing 

the ukulele, taking photos,” 

she says. “There’s this magic that 

happens when you’re doing a thing 

you love.” 

There are real-world payoffs to this 

thinking. For one, a quirky interest 

can help you stand out in a crowded 

job market, Greene explains. Delving 

into your passion also drives positive 

changes in your brain. The euphoric 

feeling you get when you’re sucked 

into something is called a flow state, 

described by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi, 

the Hungarian psychologist who 

discovered it, as “a source of mental 

energy in that it focuses attention and 

motivates action.” Research shows 

that in the workplace, executives are 

five times more productive when they 

experience flow. Plus, one study 

found that being absorbed in your 

interests brings more oxygenated 

blood to the part of the brain linked 

with emotion and reward processing. 

And perhaps the biggest payoff of 

all: In Bill Nye’s new book, Everything 

All at Once: How to Unleash Your 

Inner Nerd, Tap into Radical 

Curiosity, and Solve Any Problem, the 

scientist and TV show host says that 

today’s nerds—by applying a curious 

mindset to their passions—are 

making the world not just a more 

interesting place, but a better one. 

—Meirav Devash 

WH NERDS OUT ABOUT... 

Sports Nutrition 

The world of endurance races has 

its very own food group—and as an 

editor who dabbles in runs 13.1 miles 

and up, I can recognize the subtle 

complexities in texture and flavor in 

gels, chews, and blocks like an 

oenophile relishes her favorite 

pinot. Here are the varietals I prefer. 

BLOCKS 

TASTING NOTES: 

Fuller-bodied and denser than most in-race 

sports nutrition options, blocks give you 

something you can really savor. 

WINNING FLAVORS: A subtle fruit note and 

kick of caffeine make Black Cherry a 

dependable running go-to, while Ginger Ale 

gives a nice freshness when you want to mix 

things up flavor-wise. 

Clif Bloks Energy Chews, $2.79 for 6, clifbar.com 

CHEWS 

TASTING NOTES: These 

have a bite-ability similar 

to blocks, but they’re 

smaller and chewier, with 

a candy-like finish. 

WINNING FLAVORS: 

Cherry Blossom and Pink 

Lemonade pack a nice, not-too-sweet effect. 

Honey Stinger Organic Energy Chews, $27 

for 12, honeystinger.com 

GELS 

TASTING NOTES: Some people are skeeved by 

gels’ consistency. The key is to “sip” them: Take 

a small taste and pair it with a big 

gulp of water, which thins the gel 

out and expands the sensation. 

WINNING FLAVORS: Salted 

Watermelon has tangy zip, and 

Salted Caramel is a halfwaypoint 

treat on long runs. 

Gu Energy Gel, $28.80 for 

24 packets, guenergy.com 

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LIFE 


Nature Documentaries 

These shows and movies make 

up about 99 percent of the 

TV I watch. Research has found 

that viewing this type of doc 

makes people happy and 

less anxious, and that exposure 

to the outdoors—even via a 

screen—decreases stress, 

increases calm, and improves 

cognitive ability. And there’s an 

old favorite or new one for every 

taste. Check out my own awards. 

BEST DRAMA 

Planet Earth II 

The sequel to the 

original BBC series 

sucks you in with 

state-of-the-art 

footage and the 

narration of 91-year-old British 

naturalist Sir David Attenborough. It’s 

part nail-biting drama (will the baby 

iguana escape from a mass of hungry 

snakes?), part science lesson (who knew 

sloths—like this guy—can swim?). 

BEST CLASSIC 

Blue Planet 

My very fave 

episode is “The 

Deep.” It features all 

kinds of alien-like, 

glowing creatures 

on the bottom of the sea. Blue Planet 

will get a reboot, also narrated by 

Attenborough, next year, and it will 

include new underwater discoveries 

like a species of hairy-chested crab 

nicknamed the “Hoff” (yep, after David 

Hasselhoff himself ). 

BEST COMEDY 

Bears: Spy in the 

Woods 

Bears aren’t exactly 

funny, but I get a 

kick out of the spy 

cams—cameras 

disguised as ordinary objects—that 

provide a unique view. The true stars 

of this three-part series: boulder cam 

(in the forest), snowball cam (in the 

Arctic), salmon cam (in a stream), and 

trash-can cam (in the suburbs). 

BEST HORROR 

Great White 

Serial Killer Lives 

Shark Week, to me, 

is as can’t-miss as 

the Superbowl is to 

football fans—so I’m 

going out on a limb to say that this 

summer’s lead doc will be a winner: 

Shark experts will try to figure out 

whether the same great white shark 

has been behind a years-long spate of 

attacks off the central California coast. 

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Encapsulation 

Nothing makes me scooch 

forward in my chair more than 

a product that uses encapsulation. 

This staple of cosmetic chemistry 

means one ingredient is swaddled 

inside of another, keeping the 

inner one protected from air and 

light, which could degrade it. 

It’s primarily a delivery system— 

ferrying an active ingredient 

where it needs to go to be 

effective—but it has other 

benefits. Here, my latest picks. 

DEODORANT 

There are itty-bitty molecules 

of perfume encapsulated 

in this spray. The scent 

molecules are activated by 

your sweat, which unleashes 

them—and freshens you 

up—with a slightly floral 

aroma when your underarm 

situation gets stanky. 

Secret Invisible Spray in Cool 

Waterlily, $5, at drugstores 

July 15 

BODY WASH 

While you lather up, microscopic 

conditioning spheres get left 

behind on your skin postshower. 

Later, when you 

touch your skin or it rubs 

against your clothing, the shell 

breaks and the moisturizing 

agent releases, giving a dose 

of hydration to your legs, arms, 

and everything else. 

Dial Coconut Milk Body 

Wash, $4.49, at drugstores 

ANTI-AGING CREAM 

Retinol is a notorious 

skin agitator (my guess 

is you’ve heard this 

one before). But this 

formula encapsulates 

the wrinkle-smoothing 

ingredient, allowing a slow 

rollout into the skin—which de-ages 

your complexion without irritation. 

Clark’s Botanicals Retinol Rescue 

Overnight Cream, $98, 

clarksbotanicals.com 

NAIL POLISH 

Enamel can dry out nail beds, but 

moisturizing oils haven’t 

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FIRST COMES 

LOVE... 

Then comes a tsunami of what-ifs. Your first relationship is like 

no other, which is why its shadow lingers and shapes every romance 

that follows. How do you make peace with those memories—and is 

there such a thing as a second chance? We dig into the nostalgia files. 

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“I often wonder what would have happened if we met at the right 

time”....“The hardest part about the whole thing is that I lost you 

as a friend too”....“I’ll never be able to love him like I loved you, 

and I feel bad about it but it’ll only always be you.” 

When artist Rora Blue asked a single Q—“What would you say 

to the first person you fell for?”—those were three of the 34,000 

responses she received. The messages became a Web installation 

called The Unsent Project, which continues to grow. Why the 

lasting intensity? “It’s called primacy,” says Jennifer Talarico, 

Ph.D., a cognitive psychologist at Lafayette College in Easton, 

Pennsylvania. “Memories of a first experience are more vivid than 

similar events that come later.” Like baby ducks thinking a dust 

mop is “mom,” a part of you can’t shake that imprint of “partner”— 

enticing some to toy with (or even act on) rejoining that partner 

years later. Turn for intel on how to live with the enduring 

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LASTING IMPRESSION 

ALISON,* 24 

She still uses her high 

school boyfriend’s nickname 

and birthday for her Web 

passwords—seven years after 

they broke up. “I lost my 

virginity to him,” Alison says. 

“It was New Year’s Eve, with 

literal fireworks going off in 

the background. Cheesy, but 

awesome.” Beyond the fact 

that sex releases a surge of 

oxytocin and dopamine, first 

sex partners also play a key role 

in developing our identities, 

says Michelle Skeen, Psy.D., 

author of Love Me, Don’t Leave 

Me. “She became a sexual being 

with him, and he was the first 

person to reflect that new self 

back to her.” 

Now Alison is “happily 

settled in a relationship with 

the person I know is The 

One”—and yet, paradoxically, 

she still thinks about her first 

and secretly hopes she might 

run into him someday and 

get coffee together. “He just 

left such an impression on my 

heart. Even though I haven’t 

spoken to him in ages and 

probably never will, I feel like 

I’ve been permanently molded 

by him.” Skeen’s response? 

First, change those passwords, 

which keep memories of the ex 

alive. “When we’re continually 

looking back at the past, it 

impacts the present.” Research 

bears out the dangers: A new 

Kansas State University study 

of 7,000 couples shows that the 

more accepting people were of 

their partners being in touch 

with former flames on social 

media, the more harmful it was 

to their relationship—partly 

because it can create a 

“slippery slope” of temptation 

during difficult times. 

The other problem with 

musing about him is that 

it’s too easy to embellish the 

past, especially when you’re 

feeling ticked off at your SO. 

“Remembering something 

isn’t like replaying a video,” 

says Talarico. Instead, she 

explains, it’s a process of 

reconstruction. The basic 

elements stay the same, but 

you put them together a bit 

differently each time. So for 

instance, a trip you shared that 

had real moments of conflict 

can seem, in gauzy retrospect, 

like one long romantic high. 

UNFINISHED BUSINESS 

SANDRA,* 30 

When she was 18, a college 

sophomore studying abroad at 

Cambridge, Sandra met her 

first boyfriend; he was British 

and 22. “Ever since then I’ve 

thought that this is how love 

should feel—like a force of 

nature greater than yourself,” 

she recalls. When she returned 

to the States, they kept it up 

long-distance for a year. “We 

planned our future together, 

from the apartment we’d share 

to the daughter we were sure 

we’d have, named Chloe.” 

Sandra was blindsided when he 

broke up with her right before 

her graduation, saying he 

needed to focus on his career. 

“For weeks, I lay in bed hardly 

eating or sleeping,” she says. “I 

fell into a deep well of selfloathing—I 

felt like the only 

logical conclusion was that I 

was so horrible, a man wouldn’t 

want to be with me.” 

The intensity of Sandra’s 

anguish actually has a 

neurological basis, says Helen 

Fisher, Ph.D., anthropologist 

and research fellow at the 

Kinsey Institute at Indiana 

University in Bloomington. 

Fisher analyzed the brains of 

people who’ve been dumped, 

using an fMRI scanner, and 

found that when they thought 

about their former love, 

they experienced a “brain 

explosion” that targeted areas 

linked to cravings, addiction, 

and physical pain. That 

chemical storm can lead to a 

sense of unfinished business— 

even, as in Sandra’s case, a 

decade later. 

“I’ve had plenty of 

passionate romances since 

then, but have never felt 

consumed like that,” she says. 

And she may never again, says 

Skeen: “When we’re younger, 

we’re much more emotional, 

and we haven’t been burned 

yet.” So we enter into the 

relationship at full speed, and 

with very little self-protection. 

Sandra still occasionally 

dreams about him, and she 

wonders if meeting up with 

him once would break the 

spell. But what haunts her, 

says Skeen, “is not so much the 

loss of him, but the visceral 

memory of her hurt, younger 

self.” Skeen advises a dose of 

self-compassion. “Her 

30-year-old self is judging the 

18-year-old she once was. I 

would have her write a letter 

to that younger self, saying, 

‘Look, you were only 18. You 

didn’t have all the answers, so 

don’t beat up on yourself.’ ” 

ANOTHER SHOT 

LORI AND JOHN,* 51 AND 53 

They dated innocently in high 

school, at ages 15 and 17: no 

sex, just lots of time together. 

Then her family moved, and 

despite love letters and phone 

calls, they eventually lost 

touch—but neither ever forgot 

the other, even though 

both married other people. 

“I dreamed of John so many 

times,” says Lori. “And I 

wished my husband was like 

John, who became the 

epitome of who I thought a 

man and husband should be.” 

These long-lasting 

memories are due to a 

“reminiscence bump,” says 

Talarico; you tend to recall 

best the life events that 

occurred from ages 15 to 30, 

perhaps because those years 

contain the bulk of our first 

experiences. When Lori’s 

unhappy marriage broke up, 

she tracked down John online 

and found out he was also 

divorced. They talked on the 

phone that night, and soon 

after they were Skyping daily. 

Eighteen months later, they 

got engaged. Says Lori, “I felt 

compelled to find the kind of 

love I knew before.” 

Will it last the second time 

around? Two circumstances 

can improve your odds of 

success, says Nancy Kalish, 

Ph.D., author of Lost & Found 

Lovers, and Lori and John fit 

both: having met at age 22 or 

younger, and breaking up 

because of “situational factors,” 

like a move, rather than 

core disagreements. Kalish’s 

20 years of research show that 

three-quarters of reuniting 

couples will stay together 

long-term—if both parties are 

single when they reconnect. 

“Many people who reunite say 

their ‘lost love’ became the 

‘standard for all the rest,’” she 

says. “It’s not just nostalgia, 

or sex, or an unresolved issue. 

It’s real love.” Q 

That first one lights 

up all the feel-good 

chemicals. 

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LOVE+LIFE 

THE 

THINKING 

MAN 

ANSEL ELGORT 

23, star of Baby Driver, 

reluctant adult, armchair 

philosopher 

ON STILL DATING 

HIS HIGH SCHOOL 

SWEETHEART 

[DANCER VIOLETTA 

KOMYSHAN, 21]: 

I’ve never been with 

somebody from Hollywood, 

so I don’t know what it’s 

like, but I like having my 

love be away from my work. 

It’s nice that she knows 

me as me before I was 

influenced by success or the 

stress and responsibility 

of being an adult. I feel like 

everyone’s at their purest 

when they’re just a kid. 

ON “ACTOR ANSEL” VS 

“REAL-LIFE ANSEL”: 

My work life and my regular 

life are very different—I feel 

like it’s two personalities. 

There’s actor Ansel, where 

I have to play a role and be 

“on.” I take photos with 

everybody who asks, and 

I try to be professional. 

But when I’m real-life 

Ansel, I’m not on all 

the time. If I’m riding the 

subway with my father 

[fashion photographer 

Arthur Elgort], I might 

not want to take a picture. 

When I’m home in New 

York, I feel like that same 

kid that went to high school 

here and nobody knew. 

I can still blend in, which is 

nice. You can’t lose that, 

you know? 

ON FINDING YOUR 

OWN HAPPINESS: 

Sometimes the way society 

wires us to believe that 

“this is the way you have to 

live your life to be happy” 

isn’t always true. Yes, you 

have to work hard, but if 

the only way you find 

happiness is through 

success, then your life can 

be very up and down and 

you’ll never feel satisfied. 

We’re not on the earth 

for that long, so there’s 

nothing wrong with finding 

happiness all over the 

place, and I want to find 

happiness in many 

different ways. It’s great 

to take a step back, take 

a deep breath, feel your 

presence here, and not 

allow all the societal 

pressures to dictate the 

way you live your life. 

ON HABITS HE’D 

LIKE TO CHANGE: 

I feel myself developing 

certain tics that come 

from my parents. When 

I find myself adopting my 

dad’s sarcasm, I have to 

stop and think, like, Hey, 

you didn’t like it when he 

was like that to you. Why 

are you doing this? 

ON WHETHER IT’S 

EVER OKAY TO LIE 

TO YOUR S.O.: 

I try to protect my 

partner by leaving out 

something that I know 

is going to make her 

upset. But I’m realizing 

that’s not the right move. 

Even white lies, when 

you’re trying to help 

somebody and not hurt 

them, aren’t good. It’s 

just always better to be 

up front and transparent. 

—Marina Khidekel 

And One Shallow 

Thought 

Ansel on his favorite 

kid snack: 

“I love a bowl of 

cereal—Lucky Charms 

are always good. And 

sour straws and belts.” 

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There are a healthy number 

of “healthiest cities in 

America” lists. Lists 

that celebrate locations 

teeming with gyms and doctors 

and parks. Lovely lists, really. 

But we wanted to celebrate 

wellthy zip codes. Places that 

have all of the above but also 

nail that elusive quality-of-life 

thing—restaurants with farmfresh 

food, landscapes that 

energize and calm you, and lots 

of opportunities to stay social. 

So where are these magical 

places? WH partnered with Yelp 

to find them. To arrive at our list, 

Yelp’s data scientists parsed 

how many healthy-lifestyle 

businesses and amenities U.S. 

cities offered in relation to their 

population size, then looked 

at how often people used or 

searched for those businesses, 

and how highly they were 

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crunched, we grilled Yelp’s 

local experts and other cool 

residents about their towns’ 

buzziest wellness trends and 

recommendations. Here, the 

results of our six-month search: 

15 superstar cities, each wellthy 

in its own unique way. 

ALBUQUERQUE, NM 

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city, opening the curtains, and seeing the sun shine,” says Dylan Dreyer, 

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months to visit each city (look for the icon throughout the story). 

PORTLAND, OR 

With 350 miles of bikeways, 6,500 public bike racks, 

and 7 percent of commuters riding two wheels to 

work (the highest of any large U.S. city), Portlanders 

are as hot for their bikes as they are for their craft 

burger-and-beer scene. Locals call the balance of the 

two “pay to play.” And a growing number of foodie 

hot spots are serving organic fare to keep people from 

derailing their wellthy goals. Follow this 9.25-mile bike 

tour for a screengrab of Portland’s yummiest grub. 

LUNCH 

Broth Bar (brothbarsft 

.com) Locally sourced bone 

broths abound. Pick from 

proteins like bison, chicken, 

or lamb, topped with 

kimchi or pickled duck egg. 

DINNER 

Virtuous Pie (virtuouspie 

.com) The pizzas are 

100 percent plant-based, 

and flavor-bomb toppings 

like braised jackfruit and 

buffalo cauliflower stand 

up to any meat-lover’s pie. 

SNACK 

Kure (kurejuicebar.com) Sip 

smoothies with energizing 

add-ons like maca and green 

algae. Try the Extra Mile, with 

almond butter, coconut 

water, and local honey. 

BREAKFAST 

Harlow (harlowpdx 

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packed with veggie 

scrambles and 

breakfast bowls, minus 

any dairy, gluten, 

refined sugar, or 

preservatives. 

DESSERT 

Eb & Bean (ebandbean.com) 

Pick from a rotating roster of 

organic fro-yo flavors like salty 

caramel and palm sugar 

pecan. Crown yours with 

dye-free sprinkles. 

Visit: July to September 

Sandia Mountains 

Albuquerque marries a small-town vibe 

with larger-than-life desert scenery. 

(Look east and catch the Sandia 

“watermelon” Mountains melting into 

a yummy shade of pink at sunset.) With 

310 days of sun a year, locals live for 

outdoor adventures. Try one of these 

sunny-day pursuits, depending on how 

active you want to be. 

Feeling chill: Take in some major eye candy 

at Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta 

(balloonfiesta.com; tickets start at $10), a 

nine-day event held every October in a park 

where hundreds of rainbow-hued hot-air 

balloons bedeck the sky. 

Up for a stroll: Explore the multifaceted ABQ 

Biopark (cabq.gov/culturalservices/biopark), 

which includes an aquarium, one of the 

country’s best botanic gardens, a beach for 

fishing and boating, and a zoo where you 

can coo over baby elephants and hippos. 

Energy to burn: Kayak or raft down the 

mammoth—yet totally mellow—Rio Grande 

River (there are no technical rapids in 

the Albuquerque stretch). Gape at the 

cottonwood trees, great blue heron, and 

even the occasional bald eagle while getting 

a workout with your oars. 

Craving a challenge: Grab friends and go 

bouldering (rock climbing minus the ropes 

and harnesses, plus a few crash pads—a 

full-body blast) on the coarse granite 

boulders at the U-mound. At the base of the 

Sandia Mountains, these rocks are great for 

finding footholds but less kind to scraped 

knees, so toss a few bandages in your bag. 

Visit: May to June, August to October 

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ST. PETERSBURG, FL 

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In this land of the enlightened, you’ll find dozens of yoga and meditation 

studios, plus nature’s own Zen zones: the Berkeley Hills, César Chávez Park, 

and Tilden Regional Park, where locals head to hike and picnic. Emiliana 

Simon-Thomas, Ph.D., science director at Greater Good Science Center at the 

University of California at Berkeley, studies mindfulness and happiness, so we 

asked her to suggest some of the best spots around town. 

Berkeley Yoga Center 

(berkeleyyoga.com) “The studio is 

quiet, warm, and full of light—you can 

even hear birds!—and instructor 

Melanie is like a modern-day shaman; 

she’s enchanting and nurturing but 

still challenging. Her class is a great 

energetic cleanse.” 

The Cheese Board Collective 

(cheeseboardcollective.coop) “There’s 

usually a line to get in, but when you do, 

this cooperative bakery and cheese shop is 

pure happiness: People spill out onto the 

patio and there’s live music, rare cheeses 

to sample, and world-famous pizza—it’s 

so good, my relatives from Paris always 

take a pie home on the plane.” 

Fourth Street Shops 

“A slew of small businesses makes this 

two-block stretch a cheerful place to 

spend an afternoon.” Take a crepe paper 

flower–making class at Castle in the Air 

(castleintheair.biz), or connect with pals 

over super-fresh coffee—roasting happens 

on demand—at Artis (artiscoffee.com). 

Inspiration Point on Wildcat Canyon Road 

“Follow this paved trail way up in the hills 

for stunning views of San Francisco, Mt. 

Tamalpais, Mt. Diablo, and, on lucky days, 

cows,” says Simon-Thomas. Check out the 

Peace Grove, where Berkeleyites lounge 

near giant sequoia trees, many of which 

are dedicated to legends like Nelson 

Mandela and Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. 

Visit: May to October 

Year-round beach temps mean these 

coastal Floridians love themselves 

some water sports, but they’re also 

landlubbers. In fact, the percentage of 

searches for businesses in wellthy 

categories in St. Pete’s beats any other 

city on our list. Here’s where residents 

hang when dry. 

St. Petersburg Shuffle Club (stpeteshuffle 

.com) Friday nights are free at this historic 

(founded in 1924) shuffleboard club, where 

local artists and history buffs have banded 

together to revive the nostalgic game. 

St. Pete Bike Co-op (stpetebikecoop 

.wordpress.com) Jump on one of the free 

bike tours of the city’s crazy-colorful murals, 

like the abstract “Space Rainbows” and a 

cool tribute to ’60s icon Twiggy. 

Lassing Park (stpeteparksrec.org) Relax 

at this off-the-beaten-path space; bring a 

picnic from nearby Old Southeast Market, 

play Frisbee with your friends, and watch the 

sun set over the water. 

Karma Juice Bar & Eatery (karmajuicebar 

.wordpress.com) On 90-degree days, cool 

down here with fresh-pressed juice. 

Visit: January to May, September to November 

doctors—thanks to the dozens of world-class hospitals in the area—but trendy boutique fitness studios as well. 

The buzziest spots to sweat now, as selected by Newton’s hot-shot female physicians: 

Cardio High 

(cardiohigh.com) “I’m a 

runner, and I love the 

workouts here—lowimpact 

interval training 

with a heart-rate monitor 

strapped on—because 

they balance my usual 

cardio by pushing my 

entire body.” 

—Susanne Muehlschlegel, 

M.D., M.P.H., neurologist, 

University of 

Massachusetts Memorial 

Medical Center, Worcester 

SoulCycle at Chestnut Hill 

(soul-cycle.com) “For an 

athlete, this class provides 

a real challenge. As a 

mom and physician, it 

gives me a chance to 

bring my emotions into 

the room, process them 

during the ride, and leave 

with more mental clarity.” 

—Heidi Werner, M.D., 

assistant professor 

of pediatrics, Boston 

University School 

of Medicine 

CrossFit Newton 

(crossfitnewton.com) 

“It’s a way for me to beat 

stress and gain mental 

toughness, and I’ve 

learned more about 

functional movements— 

how to lift, sit, walk— 

which is so important for 

beating pain.” 

—Eva Selhub, M.D., 

adjunct scientist, Jean 

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Nutrition Center on Aging 

at Tufts University, Boston 

NEWTON, MAQuaint, suburban Newton (seven miles outside Boston and home of Boston College) is crawling not only with 

Cardio High 

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“Classes here are small, 

intense, convenient, and a 

wonderful escape from 

my usually demanding 

schedule—it’s everything 

we physicians advocate 

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—Anasuya Gunturi, M.D., 

Ph.D., medical oncologist, 

Lowell General Hospital, 

Massachusetts 

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HENDERSON, NVIt’s only a 15-minute drive from the Las Vegas strip, but wind your way 

SHORT 

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When the heat hits, locals 

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where a higher elevation 

translates to temps 

that are cooler by up 

to 30 degrees. 

Historic Railroad Tunnel Trail 

(4.4 miles) 

Follow the railroad beds (used in 

the ’30s to build the Hoover 

Dam) that duck in and out of 

25-foot-wide tunnels for 

majestic views of the iconic dam. 

Rock ’n’ Roll Half Marathon 

Rock ’n’ Roll Half 

Marathon, 

September 3 

(runrocknroll.com) 

Nineties-throwback 

alert: Sister Hazel is 

performing at the 

finish line. 

Visit: April to May, September to October 

The mild climate and flat terrain make VB a runner’s paradise, but the new 

Hillier Ignite oceanfront fitness park is another cool draw. It’s got rope 

climbs, gymnastics rings, pullup bars, balance beams, and a slackline, with 

plenty of soft sand if you fall. Follow up a run along the three-mile boardwalk 

with a strength circuit there, or race one of these: 

Wicked 10K, 

October 28 

(wicked10k.com) 

On the playlist: 

“Thriller” and 

“Monster Mash.” But 

it’s worth it just for 

the wacky costumes. 

DIFFICULT 

EASY 

Black Mountain 404 Trail 

(7.6 miles) 

The trail gets steep at the summit, but 

views of the sprawling Las Vegas 

Valley are worth the sweat. 

McCullough Hills Trail 

(8 miles) 

Gather some friends and hike this one 

at night to see Vegas’s twinkling lights. 

River Mountains Loop Trail 

(Up to 34 miles) 

Hop on at the Equestrian Park 

trailhead and clock about 

15 miles on this paved trail 

(great for both hikers 

and bikers), and you’ll land 

at Lake Mead National 

Recreation Area, where you 

can swim in the lake, canoe, 

and camp overnight. 

Surf-n-Santa 5 Miler, 

December 16 

(surfnsanta5miler 

.com) The world’s 

largest Santa run. 

Swag bag (for all!) 

includes a five-piece 

Santa suit. 

LONG 

Shamrock Marathon, 

March 18 

(shamrockmarathon 

.com) Qualify for 

Boston on this 

certified course— 

while wearing green. 

Or run a relay or 8-K. 

Visit: June to September 

ANCHORAGE, AK 

Salmon fishing at Ship Creek River 

The prospect of hunting and fishing 

amid the scenic mountains lured 

Katie Lloyd, 39; husband, John; and 

their two young kids from Denver in 

2015. They own a chiropractic and 

massage clinic (popular in Anchorage 

since many people have physical 

jobs). Her Rx for a perfect day: 

9 a.m. Breakfast 

Fuel up with crab Benedict (a popular dish 

in Anchorage) and the beloved local brew, 

Kaladi Brothers Coffee, at South Restaurant 

+ Coffeehouse (southak.com). 

10 a.m. Hike 

Trek 1.5 miles to the summit of Flattop 

Mountain in Chugach State Park (alaska.org/ 

detail/flattop-mountain) for a killer workout 

and breathtaking mountain views. 

12:30 p.m. Farmers’ market visit 

The Anchorage Market & Festival, 

Alaska’s largest open-air farmers’ market 

(anchoragemarkets.com/anchoragemarket-festival), 

goes down every weekend 

from May to September. Find unique food 

trucks (reindeer sausage!), Alaskan artisans, 

and oversize local produce (long summer 

daylight hours equals ginormous veggies). 

3:00 p.m. Salmon fishing 

Cast a line for wild salmon in the center of 

town. Rent poles and bait at The Bait Shack 

(thebaitshackak.com)—a one-day 

nonresident fishing license is available for 

$25 at grocery stores and Walmart. New 

Sagaya City Market (newsagaya.com) can 

gut and clean your catch and ship it home 

for you anywhere in the continental U.S. 

6:30 p.m. Dinner 

Bridge Seafood (bridgeseafood.com), on 

the bridge over Ship Creek River, is popular 

with tourists because you can watch anglers 

in action, and with locals because every fish 

on the menu is fresh from Alaska. 

8:30 p.m. Berry picking 

The summer sun doesn’t set until past 

midnight(!), leaving evenings open for 

berry picking (free and legal on public 

lands). Those in the know take a 35-minute 

ride to the hamlet of Girdwood. (Drive to 

the lot at the end of Crow Creek Road 

for the best trails). 

Visit: July to September 

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Sun, sweat and smiles. 

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season for spending more 

quality time with your 

pet. Here are some 

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AUSTIN, TX 

DURHAM, NC 

The birthplace of Whole 

Foods, Austin is a bastion 

of healthful eating and one 

of the fittest cities in the 

nation. But wait, aren’t 

Austinites hardcore BBQ and 

taco fanatics? That’s true 

too! Four local nutritionists 

share their favorite 

restaurants where foodies 

can eat healthy. 

FOR BBQ 

Franklin Barbecue (franklinbarbecue 

.com), regarded as the best in Texas, is 

also dietitian Brooke Zigler’s pick for the 

wellthiest. The pitmaster here found that 

hormone- and antibiotic-free beef yields 

more readily to the low heat of the pit, 

so it’s especially moist and flavorful. 

FOR BURGERS 

Wholly Cow Burgers (whollycowburgers 

.com), a favorite of Lauryn Lax (founder 

and CEO at Thrive Wellness and 

Recovery), uses local, organic, grass-fed 

beef. Get the Fit Cross Burger, dubbed 

“the Paleo” by locals, served between 

two portobello mushroom caps. 

Ironic as it may be, Durham’s 

history as the capital of the 

American tobacco industry 

is responsible for its current 

wellthiness. The city’s Duke 

University (founded with big 

tobacco money) Health 

System is one of the most 

highly respected in the 

country. Old tobacco plants 

have been revitalized into 

galleries, restaurants, 

and more. With an average 

temp of 70 degrees yearround, 

residents prefer to 

travel on foot. Try this 

downtown walking tour. 

Franklin Barbecue 

FOR MEXICAN 

Fresa’s (fresaschicken.com) is where you’ll 

find Carly Pollack (owner of Nutritional 

Wisdom) and her friends. This Austin 

original does a modern take on classic 

Mexican fare like tacos and burritos. Try 

the Power Bol with agave-lime chicken, 

avocado, and roasted cauliflower. 

FOR VEGETARIAN 

Bouldin Creek Café (bouldincreekcafe 

.com), a vegetarian eatery inside a 

converted car-repair station, is Colleen 

Flynn’s (founder of Nutritional Zest) 

go-to. The Tarzen Salad packs a nutrient 

punch: a mound of veggies sprinkled with 

their crave-able chipotle pecan pesto. 

Pick up a map 

at the Durham 

Visitor Info Center 

(durham-nc.com/ 

maps-info/) 

inside the 

historic Beaux 

Arts–style 

Trust Building. 

Visit: April to May, October to November 

Head west on Main Street 

for a visual feast of varied 

architecture, including 

the 1909 Spanish 

colonial–style Temple 

Building, the 1925 

Georgian revival Old Hill 

Building, and the 1933 art 

deco Snow Building. 

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1 

G Camping 

Show your dog the great outdoors 

with a camping trip. Pack the essentials— 

leash, lots of water, healthy premium 

dog food like Nature’s Recipe, and 

a comfy dog bed that rolls up. 

2 

Hit the Road 

Escape the dog days of summer with a 

road trip to cool destinations like U.S. 

National Parks and Forests (tip: Bring 

along a leash no more than six feet 

long to meet most park regulations). 

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BOULDER, CO 

Boulder may be best known as an endurance-sports 

mecca—it’s home to Olympic cyclists, famous rock 

climbers, and some of the fittest weekend warriors 

on the planet—but the town’s longtime focus 

on alternative medicine and healing is its defining 

wellness element. Yoga studios outnumber bike 

shops, and medical and recreational marijuana 

centers are legal here! Follow a workout with one 

of these alternative recovery treats. 

AFTER HIKING… 

Foot Bath at The 

Dragontree Spa 

(thedragontree 

.com) Inside this 

Ayurveda-inspired 

spa, guests sit with 

warm towels 

around their necks 

while soaking tired 

feet in copper 

bowls filled with 

hot water, healing 

stones, essential 

oils, and medicinal 

herbs. A heavenly 

experience after 

trekking on steep, 

rocky trails. 

AFTER ROAD- 

BIKE RIDING… 

Ice Bath at The 

Recovery Lab 

(thefixtmovement 

.com/therecovery 

lab) At this walk-in 

clinic, pro road-bike 

racers (a Boulder 

staple) accelerate 

their recovery 

by treating sore 

legs to an ice bath 

immediately after 

a hard ride. The 

therapists teach 

cyclists of all levels 

how to do the 

polar practice. 

AFTER ROCK 

CLIMBING… 

Cranial Sacral 

Therapy at 

BodyWork Bistro 

(bodyworkbistro 

.com) Highadrenaline 

sports 

like rock climbing 

can spike your 

anxiety levels. 

Find calm with 

cranial sacral 

therapy, a light 

head and spine 

massage said to 

release stress by 

rebalancing 

cerebrospinal fluid. 

Cannabis Massage at 

Boulder Healing Hub 

AFTER 

MOUNTAIN 

BIKING… 

Cannabis Massage 

at Boulder Healing 

Hub (boulder 

cannabismassage 

.com) A rub with 

cannabis-infused 

lotion or oil can be 

an antidote to 

tension and pain 

after biking rugged 

terrain. You won’t 

get high unless you 

request a salve with 

THC, which your 

skin can absorb for 

a mild buzz. 

Visit: November to March, May to September 

PHOENIX, AZ 

Sanctuary Spa 

No one worries about vitamin-D 

deficiency in sprawling Phoenix, thanks 

to 325-plus days of sunshine per year (no 

wonder it’s known as The Valley of the 

Sun). But locals and visitors often take 

cover in Phoenix’s world-class wellness 

resorts and spas. Four of the best: 

Sanctuary Spa (sanctuaryoncamelback.com/ 

spa-fitness) A tranquil, Asian-themed spa and 

resort—complete with a meditation garden— 

Sanctuary offers The Satori (the Japanese term 

for “awakening”) experience: a personalized 

multiday spa boot camp that combines fitness 

training, services like massages and facials, and 

healthy meals by Food Network star and 

executive chef Beau MacMillan. 

Joya Spa at Omni Scottsdale Resort & Spa at 

Montelucia (omnihotels.com/hotels/scottsdale 

montelucia/spa) This exotic, Moroccan-inspired 

oasis contains the only hammam, or traditional 

Turkish bath, in Arizona. The Moroccan 

Cleansing Ritual is the ultimate full-body detox. 

Follow the Downtown Loop 

clockwise and check out the 

Civil Rights Mural (local artists 

funded this vibrant work via 

Kickstarter!). Then snap a pic 

with The Major—a one-ton 

bronze bull in the City Center 

Plaza that’s been a Durham 

symbol since the 1800s. 

Hang a right on Foster Street, 

which becomes Blackwell, 

into the American Tobacco 

District. You’ll spy the 

Old Bull Building, an 1874 

Italianate-style brick tobacco 

warehouse (one of the 

nation’s oldest) that’s been 

restored as apartments. 

Pass the red-brick American 

Tobacco campus. Once the 

center of that industry, it now 

serves as a hip shopping 

and entertainment district. 

Grab lunch at Saladelia Cafe 

(saladelia.com), and peep 

the giant stage at Durham 

Performing Arts. 

Well & Being Spa at the Fairmont Scottsdale 

Princess hotel (fairmont.com/scottsdale/spa) 

Get relaxed and ripped: Besides trendy 

therapies like cupping, Well & Being offers a 

cutting-edge fitness facility with Pilates, TRX, 

and aerial yoga classes; a rooftop pool; a 

health-conscious eatery; and state-of-the-art 

diagnostic services that measure cardio 

endurance and calorie burn. 

Spa Lamar (spalamar.com) The day-spa darling 

boasts a fun island vibe, award-winning 

massages, and a coed swimming pool, 

whirlpool, steam room, and sauna. And the 

price is right: A Swedish massage paired with 

a spa lunch and a yoga class runs $140. 

Visit: April to June, September to October 

Visit: May to June 

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Hang Out in a Dog Park 

Dogs love being social, and city dog 

parks are some of the coolest spots for 

meeting and playing with old and new 

friends. Socializing is especially important 

for pets that spend time on their own 

while you’re at work. 

5 

Blaze Hiking Trails 

Head out to a nearby state park 

or rec area with pet-friendly trails 

for fresh air and a good workout. 

Bring along plenty of water and a 

high-quality protein lunch for your 

dog from Nature’s Recipe ® 

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MILWAUKEE, WI 

OVERLAND PARK, KS 

Milwaukee has mastered 

the art of quirky wellness. 

Its residents play ice 

hockey in the summer at 

the Pettit National Ice 

Center (thepettit.com), 

stroll the three-mile River 

Walk in the dead of snowy 

winters, take yoga classes 

in an art museum, and mix 

trampolining with beer 

(read on). A sampling: 

Bounce your way to fitness (and a buzz) at 

Bounce Milwaukee (bouncemilwaukee 

.com), an indoor inflatable-trampoline park, 

rock-climbing wall, and bar. Friday and 

Saturday nights are adults-only after 9 p.m. 

Stretch with a side of art at the Milwaukee 

Art Museum (mam.org), where one 

Saturday a month, hundreds do downward 

dog beneath the glass roof. The $15 fee 

includes a day pass to the museum. 

A mainstay on “Best Quality of Life” lists, the city 

offers amazing health care, air quality, schools, 

and recreational facilities. Oh, and it’s in the heart 

of our country’s farmlands, which means the 

freshest meats, grains, and produce. Be sure to 

visit these cool spots. 

Scheels Overland Park 

Soccer Complex (opkansas 

.org/things-to-see-and-do/ 

soccer-complex), the only 

one of its kind in the U.S., 

features 12 regulation-size, 

synthetic-turf fields, and 

electronic scoreboards. 

One of America’s best, 

the Overland Park 

Farmers’ Market 

(downtownop.org/ 

market), open April 

through November, 

offers free-range meats, 

local produce, cooking 

demos, and musical 

performances. 

CHICAGO: Even the historic meatpacking 

district of this carnivore’s mecca (dare you 

to find a town that loves hot dogs more) 

is now home to veggie-forward destinations. 

At Bad Hunter (badhunter.com), chow on 

farfalle with root bolognese. Publican Anker 

(publicananker.com) serves grilled cucumbers 

with whipped ricotta and zhoug (a Middle 

Eastern herb sauce). 

Milwaukee Art Museum 

More than 250 animals and 

birds call Deanna Rose 

Children’s Farmstead 

(artsandrec-op.org/ 

farmstead) home. 

Not just for kids, the 

12-acre educational farm 

community, complete 

with a turn-of-the-century 

schoolhouse, is a unique 

way to learn about the 

Midwest’s frontier history. 

But really, they had us at 

bottle-feeding baby goats. 

Get your sausage fix (even if you’re a 

vegetarian) at The Vanguard (vanguardbar 

.com), a café that pairs gourmet sausages 

with beer or cocktails and offers vegan 

versions of the made-from-scratch links. 

Eat (rooftop) farm fresh. Braise restaurant 

(braiselocalfood.com) sparked the concept 

of rooftop gardens, opening the city’s first 

in 2013 to grow veggies and herbs used in 

their dishes, like kohlrabi carrot soup. 


Scheels Overland 

Park Soccer Complex 

The 300-acre Overland 

Park Arboretum and 

Botanical Garden 

(artsandrec-op.org/ 

arboretum) is a naturalist’s 

dream. Hike, bird-watch, or 

check out rotating art 

and cultural exhibits of 

photography, painting, and 

even container gardening. 

Visit: April to October 

SIOUX FALLS, SD 

THE WELLTHIEST BIG CITIES 

High-five to these major players for their health-forward tune-ups! 

PHILADELPHIA: The boutique 

fitness scene is buzzing, but so are 

free classes: November Project (November 

-project.com/philadelphia-pa) offers no-cost 

hour-long workouts twice a week; daily yoga 

at Race Street Pier (delawareriverwaterfront 

.com/events/free-yoga) is free through fall; 

and run club City Fit Girls (cityfitgirls.com/ 

philadelphia) meets weekly at Dilworth Park. 

Santosha Hot Yoga 

As picturesque as waterfall-laden 

Sioux Falls can be, it’s also frigid, 

so residents head indoors for their 

workout fix. The city boasts an 

unusually large per-capita ratio of 

micro fitness studios—many owned 

by women—with something for 

everyone. Locals love these: 

Santosha Hot Yoga (santoshahotyoga.com) 

We all know the body-tightening benefits of 

barre, but with small movements, it’s easy 

to cheat. Not so in this class. “Using the right 

technique is the number one thing I teach,” 

says founder Rachael Halgerson. 

AMT (amymillertraining.com) “Hot sculpt” 

yoga with dumbbells gets results fast. It 

also builds your brain: “The heat makes it a 

mental exercise in modulating your internal 

landscape when you can’t control your 

external one,” says founder Amy Miller. 

Thrive Pilates Studio (thrivepilatessf.com) 

The Stott style is arguably the safest form 

of Pilates because it maintains the natural 

curvature of the spine (instead of forcing it 

straight). “With a class size of five, everyone 

receives individualized attention and gets 

to know each other—it’s a true fitness tribe,” 

says founder Tracy Nielson. 

Soul Movement This twist on yoga uses 

chairs, bolsters, straps, and stability 

balls to push your body’s capabilities. “It’s the 

class where somebody does a backbend for 

the first time, where people move through 

something they’ve been holding on to for five 

years,” says founder Gretchen Borgum. 


LOS ANGELES: Busy Angelenos crave 

natural ways to chill, so city hot spots 

are adding adaptogens (herbs, roots, 

and mushrooms that fight fatigue and lower 

stress hormones) into their juices, smoothies, 

and teas. Swing by Moon Juice (moonjuice 

shop.com) for a Golden Tonic, made with 

ashwagandha (Indian ginseng), cardamom, 

black pepper oil, and turmeric. Q 

GET WELLTHY WITH US! Yelp and WH are holding events in many of our winning cities this summer. Come mingle with locals and Yelp 

staffers and score swag from WH and some of the businesses mentioned in this story! Get info at WomensHealthMag.com/Wellthiest-Cities. 


You could binge-read self-help books. Or you could race through the grueling heat and endless 

sand of the Moroccan desert for nine days—with no GPS, no mechanics, and no prize at the end. 

Writer Alyssa Giacobbe joined 316 female drivers on a road truly less traveled and discovered 

a fierce camaraderie…and a powerful form of self-discovery. 

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French competitor 

Pauline Fierling, 28, 

surveys the horizon 

from atop her Land 

Rover, trying to get 

her bearings. 

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THEY WERE 

LOST 

—REALLY LOST. 

Friends Julie Dufour, 41, and Genevi è ve 

MacEachern, 49, had spent the past 

three days driving in circles around the 

sweltering desert, eating sardines out 

of a can and braving wild sandstorms. 

Perched at the top of a 450-foot sand 

dune as darkness began to fall, they 

faced their reality: This is exactly what 

they’d signed up for. 

Julie and Gen are one of the 158 teams 

of two (one driver, one navigator) that 

competed in March at the Gazelles Rally: a 

nine-day, 1,500-mile off-road trek through 

the Moroccan Sahara. The world’s first and 

longest-running all-female motorsport 

event, it brings together women from 

around the globe to compete in a totally 

analog race, with no satellite navigation 

and—except in emergencies—no 

mechanical assistance. Instead, teams 

maneuver their vehicles (SUVs, trucks, 

quad bikes) through a series of 

checkpoints hundreds of miles apart, 

using only paper maps from the 1950s 

and a compass. The team that completes 

the course in the shortest distance, 

with the fewest penalties (for repairs or 

missed checkpoints), wins. There’s no 

monetary prize; in fact, each team has to 

cough up around $16,000 just to enter. 

It sounds brutal, and it is. I know 

because I followed six of the teams 

around for five days to write this story. 

And a month after returning home, I was 

still discovering desert dust in my ears 

and had a case of athlete’s foot—picked 

up in the porta-showers—that I couldn’t 

shake. But despite such discomforts, the 

popularity of off-roading is skyrocketing 

among women. Participation in the Rally 

has doubled in the past decade, and 

the race has inspired similar events, 

including the U.S.-based Rebelle Rally. It’s 

even permeated entertainment: Female 

gearheads are fan-girling for shows 

like Spike TV’s Xtreme 4x4, and network 

execs are introducing new shows like 

Velocity’s All Girls Garage to their lineups. 

These off-the-grid, down-and-dirty 

experiences kick sand in the face 

of our current realities: cushioned butts, 

scrolling fingers, and Purell-sanitized 

everything. But experts like Michael 

Gervais, Ph.D., a Los Angeles sports 

psychologist, says it makes sense. 

“We spend a chunk of our days behind 

screens, so there’s a yearning to get 

back in touch with the land, with each 

other, and with ourselves—in an 

extremely physical way.” 

It goes beyond even that. When 

French entrepreneur and car aficionado 

Dominique Serra founded the race in 

1990, her goal was to foster women’s 

confidence and self-trust. Nearly three 

decades later, this still resonates— 

compounded by recent threats to our 

political, reproductive, and financial 

freedoms. “The danger of losing our 

power has pushed many women to do 

things that society says they ‘shouldn’t’ 

do,” says Peggy Drexler, Ph.D., a gender 

scholar and assistant professor of 

psychology at Weill Cornell Medical 

College in New York City. Some women 

march in protests, some run for office— 

and others travel to the desert to test 

their physical and mental abilities, 

proving to themselves that they can, 

and will, survive. 

THE NAME OF THE GAME 

“Gazelle” is the Moroccan nickname for 

“pretty woman,” but more important, it’s 

a nod to the swift, graceful animals that 

tenaciously thrive in the punishing desert. 

It’s an apt moniker for the mothers, 

grandmothers, lawyers, engineers, and 

more who come to race. Some are as 

young as 22; others, as old as 66. This 

year, nearly three-quarters were first-time 

competitors, and most had minimal, 

if any, off-road driving experience; many 

had never even changed a tire. But all 

had an underlying determination, a drive 

to do something…more. 

Each woman was drawn to the desert 

for her own reasons. Julie and Gen—the 

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3 

4 

5 

2 

1 / Gazelles, like 

Switzerland’s Tania 

Lio-Martinez, 46, 

must fix their own 

cars (or be penalized 

for getting help from 

course mechanics). 

2 / Ombeline Garnier, 

34, of France, added 

wings to her helmet 

to match her team 

name, “Les Z’ailées” 

(ailes means 

“wings” in French). 

3 / Linda Papasidero 

Torres, 34, of Spain, 

tends to her SUV. 

4 / Competitors get a 

daily topographical 

map of checkpoints. 

5 / Canadian 

teammates Julie 

Dufour and Geneviève 

MacEachern 

strategize over a 

lunch of army rations. 

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women who got lost in the dunes—were 

seeking to push themselves in ways 

they couldn’t in their Canadian desk jobs 

(Julie’s an attorney; Gen’s an insurance 

adjuster) and trying to (temporarily) 

escape the drudgery of carpool duty. 

Amal Morse, a 53-year-old police officer 

from Texas, entered as a way to spend 

more time with her younger sister Asma 

Chakroun, 49, who lives in Canada. New 

Yorker Kiera Chaplin, 35, an actress and 

model, took part on a whim. None were 

consciously looking for what they’d later 

tell me was the biggest reward of all: a 

connection with a community of women 

they never would’ve met had they not 

sought adventure at the world’s edge. 

Turns out, that connection is rooted 

in science. Sharing a challenging 

experience with others floods your 

brain with a cascade of neurochemicals, 

1 

1 / New Yorker 

Kiera Chaplin 

scopes the best 

route to the next 

daily checkpoint. 

2 / Staffer Valérie 

Sanfourche, 43, 

directs morning 

starts; teams leave 

in waves every 

two minutes. 

3 / Steep dunes 

dot the unforgiving 

terrain. 

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3 

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1 / France’s Sylvie 

Freches, 43, a 

six-time Gazelle 

competitor 

2 / Fifty-year-old 

Lydie Foucher 

from France 

3 / Five of the 

teams competed 

on nimble 

quad bikes. 

including oxytocin, that make it easier to 

create a strong kinship, says Gervais. 

The women describe it far less clinically. 

“The rally is a bit of a drug,” says 

Jeanette James, a 54-year-old British 

driving instructor who has competed 

in the event nine times. “You have 

hundreds of women who have gotten 

off their backsides and said, ‘I’m going 

to go do something exceptional 

with my life.’ Being in that environment 

together is amazing.” 

ALL FOR ONE, ONE FOR ALL 

After driving to find the day’s 

checkpoint, the Gazelles come together 

at a base camp most nights. They 

shower in mobile trailers and rehash the 

latest trials and triumphs over plates of 

rice and chicken tagine cooked by staff. 

Post-dinner, they crowd around tables, 

poring over their maps, before heading 

off to sleep in tents. Conversations about 

the evils of camel grass (a hardened 

patch of turf that looks soft but feels like 

driving over a block of concrete) are 

peppered with excited reports of hearing 

from their husbands, wives, and kids 

(Gazelles can receive e-mail messages 

from home via staff but not send 

them—they hand over their phones at 

the start of the race). In line for the 

porta-shower one night, I listen in as two 

women—a blonde with a heavy Austrian 

accent and dirty-olive hiking pants, and 

a brunette in aviators speaking a mix of 

French and English—cycle through 

topics that included the then-upcoming 

French presidential election, “cowashing” 

your hair with conditioner 

instead of shampoo, and their 401(k)s. 

The divisive nationalism that is so 

prominent in many of the women’s home 

countries fades away amid the rolling 

dunes. Women from all countries 

and native tongues simply connect. 

“Out here, everyone feels different but 

so alike,” says 27-year-old French civil 

engineer Amélie Mourneau. She and her 

coworker Tiphaine Danguy, 29, met and 

bonded with Guylaine Robert, 40, and 

Karine Elward, 38, both from Canada, 

during one of the nights when the racers 

camped out in the desert instead of the 

base camp. As darkness set in, they 

discussed the day’s obstacles, blasted 

electronica music in hopes of scaring off 

scorpions, and laughed over the 

differences in their accents. “It is like we 

are one person, and we all feel the 

spirit of the Gazelle,” Amélie told me. 

“The spirit of the Gazelle” is a phrase 

that comes up often, and it refers to 

the camaraderie and willingness most 

participants have to go the extra mile, 

often quite literally, to help out a 

competitor. It wasn’t unusual to see 

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women stopping their car to tow a rival 

out of a patch of sunken earth or change 

a flat tire. Part of the eagerness comes 

from self-interest (after all, you could 

be the one in distress tomorrow). Still, 

there was a kindness in the execution 

and an acceptance that collaboration 

is the best way forward, which the 

women told me they didn’t always find 

in their day-to-day lives. “In my work, 

sometimes women don’t support each 

other because it feels like we’re 

competing for the same projects and 

promotions, but here, even in the tensest 

moments, it’s more important to support 

each other than to compete,” says Julie. 

LESSONS FROM THE (OFF) ROAD 

As most of us know by now, life itself is 

more like an unmarked course than a 

paved highway, with twists and turns 

and unexpected obstacles. And the 

challenges the Gazelles Rally presented 

were too much for some participants. 

By day four of the race, five teams had 

dropped out (here, that’s viewed less as 

a failure and more as just an unfortunate 

reality). One team’s car broke irreparably. 

Another competitor was hit by her own 

truck while trying to dig out from a 

riverbed (she was shaken but not hurt). 

Still, the women told me, it was the 

hardest moments that led to the 

greatest rewards. The second time 

Julie and Gen had to conquer massive 

dunes, they were better prepared. They 

plotted their course, deflated their tires 

(to better maneuver on soft sand), and 

even remembered to take a selfie. They 

started to believe that not only could 

they complete the race, but that they 

had a good shot at finishing near the 

top. (They were right: Out of 104 

first-time participants, Julie and Gen 

placed seventeenth.) That kind of 

self-assuredness doesn’t always come 

easily to women, who, historically, and 

ridiculously, haven’t been seen as 

capable of conquering this type of 

physical challenge. 

Having seen their own strength— 

and reconnecting to what’s really 

important—it’s not unusual for Gazelles 

to go home and quit their jobs, divorce 

their husbands, or make other big 

changes. That confidence in knowing 

what truly matters to you is worth 

developing, whether it takes a risky 

desert race or a less extreme experience 

to shake up your POV. 

For some Gazelles, the takeaway was 

learning to love what they already had. 

“My life isn’t perfect, but if I’m able 

to do this rally, I’m able to figure out 

everything else,” says Julie. “I was 

reminded that when you get lost, you 

don’t get found. You find yourself.” Q 

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Nearly 4 million people a year swallow them, 

hoping to balance their bellies, soothe their 

skin, eliminate allergies, even ease depression. 

But could the claims about these friendly 

strains of bacteria be…fraudulent? 

WH puts them under the microscope. 

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here are foods with health 

halos. And then there 

are probiotics, which 

have practically been 

canonized. The word itself 

means—no big whoop— 

“to give life.” Probiotics are 

now a nearly $37 billion 

industry in the U.S. Sales 

of probiotic-rich yogurt and kefir surged 

nearly 30 percent in the past three years. 

And just slapping “contains probiotics” on a 

product helps it sell better, says San Diego 

attorney Tim Blood, who specializes in 

consumer protection in advertising. Not too 

shabby for bacteria, right? 

Indeed, their initial claim to 

fame was hardly sexy: soothing 

digestive disorders such as 

diarrhea, constipation, and acid 

reflux, which plague 70 million 

people (mostly women). But 

that take on pro-b’s now feels 

as dated as a Jamie Lee Curtis 

Activia ad. 

In their second act, probiotics— 

both in food and supplement 

form—are being promoted as a 

magic wellness bullet, said to 

defeat allergies and depression, 

boost immunity, and even 

combat chronic conditions like 

Alzheimer’s, diabetes, and 

migraines. As a result, they’re no 

longer limited solely to foods 

that naturally contain them 

(such as yogurt and fermented 

fare like kimchi and miso); 

everything from bottled water 

to tortilla chips is being laced 

with the friendly microbes. 

Look, it makes sense that 

the gut would be ground zero for 

easing all kinds of ailments. 

In the past decade, scientists 

have discovered that the three 

pounds of microbes inside 

the digestive system—some 

40 trillion bacteria, fungi, and 

viruses collectively known as 

the microbiota—aren’t squatters 

mooching off a nutrient-rich 

environment. They’re like a 

living organ unto themselves, 

working with the body to lap up 

nutrients from food, squeeze out 

germy invaders, and calibrate 

our immune systems. And since 

changes in the microbiota have 

been linked to gastrointestinal 

conditions like irritable bowel 

syndrome, adding “good” 

bacteria in the form of probiotics 

should boost your health. 

But put down your kombucha, 

friends, because science has 

not quite proven that’s the case 

yet, says Robert Hutkins, Ph.D., 

a scientist at the Nebraska Food 

for Health Center in Lincoln. 

Of the hundreds of identified 

probiotic strains, studies have 

only ID’d a handful that 

are helpful in treating specific 

conditions (see “Go Pro,” 

opposite page). And there’s no 

evidence they have much effect 

on the microbiota of healthy 

individuals, per recent studies. 

Officials in the E.U., where 

supplements are more heavily 

regulated than in the U.S., 

haven’t authorized the use of 

the word probiotic to back any 

health claim. The only approved 

use related to microorganisms 

is “live yogurt cultures and 

improved lactose digestion.” 

It can all feel like, well, a punch 

to the gut. So we asked scientists 

at the forefront of probiotic 

research to help us separate 

fact from hype, and pros… 

from cons. 

Kimchi: 

funky taste, 

friendly benefits 

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THEY’RE 

ONLY VISITING. 

When you nosh or swallow a 

probiotic, it doesn’t take up 

permanent residence in your 

intestinal ecosystem with the 

bacteria that’s there already, 

says Hutkins. It might help 

crowd out a microorganism 

that’s making you sick (which 

is likely why probiotics have 

proven most useful against 

infectious diarrhea), but it 

eventually just passes through 

the gut. That’s why it’s 

impossible to take too many; 

you’ll just poop them out. This 

in-and-out nature also means 

that if you’re aiming for a 

health benefit, you need to 

ingest them almost daily. 

YOU MAY NOT 

BE CONSUMING 

A-LISTERS. 

Many of the probiotic strains 

added to foods are chosen 

because they are safe and 

can be manufactured cheaply 

and easily. They’re not 

necessarily the ones that are 

best at maintaining health or 

treating disease. Researchers 

are still trying to determine 

which strains are optimal for 

specific conditions. 

THE DETAILS 

MATTER. 

Make sure you have the right 

strain for your health 

problem (get specific; some, 

like lactobacillus, have 

multiple forms, such as 

Lactobacillus acidophilous 

and Lactobacillus reuteri , 

which help with different 

conditions). Check that there 

are at least 1 billion CFUs 

(colony-forming units) per 

serving, the approximate 

amount shown to be 

Gut Feelings 

beneficial. If the latter isn’t 

on the label, don’t assume 

you’re getting it. Consumer 

Lab, an independent group 

that tests supplements, 

found CFU counts ranging 

from 2.5 million per serving 

to around 900 billion. 

For kefir and yogurt, look 

for “live cultures” or “live 

active cultures.” 

THEY’RE 

SENSITIVE. 

Mind the shelf life. Even if a 

product’s label shows it has 

the jackpot billion CFUs, 

they may not all be present 

when you swallow the pill. 

That’s because probiotics are 

living organisms; they can die 

when it’s too hot (if the label 

says to refrigerate, do it), and 

if they swelter too long in 

transit or on a shelf, the 

bacteria may be DOA. 

Meaning, if you’re out 

running errands, pick up 

your probiotic supplements 

last, as they may lose some 

of their potency if left in a 

hot car. The good bugs also 

decay over time, so when 

you’re shopping, choose the 

container with the furthestout 

expiration date. 

STOMACH ACID IS 

THEIR KRYPTONITE. 

Some strains can’t survive 

the acidity of your gut. So if 

you’re taking a supplement, 

make sure it’s coated; the 

outer shell will help it reach 

your intestines intact. If you 

can find only an uncoated 

version, take it with food to 

help protect it from the 

aggressive environment. 

IT’S NOT ONE- 

STRAIN-FITS-ALL. 

Even with antibioticassociated 

diarrhea, which 

has the best evidence, “you 

could have seven people 

take the same probiotic 

and only have one report a 

definite difference,” says 

gastroenterologist Matthew 

Ciorba, M.D., a medical 

professor who studies 

human gut microbiota at 

Washington University 

School of Medicine in 

St. Louis. That’s because each 

person’s microbial makeup 

is as unique as a fingerprint, 

influenced by age, genetics, 

and gender. For example, 

animal research from the 

University of Texas at Austin 

found the microbes living in 

the guts of males and females 

react differently to the same 

diet. Scientists are now 

studying ways to harness a 

person’s own microbes to 

treat illnesses, rather than 

going for a mass approach. 

PROBIOTICS 

NEED PREBIOTICS. 

The bacteria in your gut—both 

visitors and residents—need 

to eat too. Enter prebiotics, 

nondigestible carbs that feed 

friendly bacteria and help 

them multiply. They may even 

be helpful on their own, at 

recalibrating microbiota that 

have been thrown out of whack 

by stress; a recent study found 

mice who ate prebiotics 

slept better after a stressful 

experience. Hutkins advises 

taking them daily in the form 

of food, not pills, because it’s 

difficult to get the needed 

amount from a supplement. 

Prebiotics are found in wholegrain 

oatmeal, bananas, 

onions, garlic, and asparagus. Q 

Researchers have long suspected that your gut bacteria can “talk” to your brain in 

ways that affect mood. Now, they’re eavesdropping on those chats. Irish researchers 

dubbed gut microorganisms that may help a person’s mental state “psychobiotics,” 

and early studies have shown that increasing the number of one strain of probiotic, 

Bifidobacterium longum, can reduce depression, anxiety, and stress. If ongoing 

research backs this up, doctors may one day prescribe probiotics alongside meds. 

Go Pro 

The jury’s still 

out on most probiotic 

strains, but researchers 

have evidence that 

these good-natured 

microbes can help 

many people with 

certain conditions. 

Consume daily as long 

as needed unless the 

label says otherwise. 

FOR DIGESTIVE 

HEALTH 

Lactobacillus acidophilus 

FIND IT IN 

Some yogurt and kefir 

(check the label), miso, 

tempeh, and kimchi 

_______ 

HELPS WITH 

Antibiotic-associated 

diarrhea (such as Clostridium 

difficile infections) and 

irritable bowel syndrome 

FOR VAGINAL 

HEALTH 

Lactobacillus reuteri 

Lactobacillus rhamnosus 

FIND THEM IN 

Supplements such as 

Fem-Dophilus and 

UltraFlora Women’s 

_______ 

HELPS WITH 

Preventing recurring 

yeast infections 

and bacterial vaginosis 

FOR IMMUNITY 

Lactobacillus plantarum 

FIND IT IN 

Most fermented foods 

Lactobacillus paracasei 

FIND IT IN 

Some yogurt and kefir 

(look at the label); 

supplements such as 

UltraFlora Cold Support 

_______ 

HELPS WITH 

Warding off viruses and 

easing cold symptoms; 

take at the first sign 

of getting sick 

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UNCHARTED 

WATERS 

Let this soak in for a second: Every day that goes by, water gets 

closer to becoming a nonrenewable resource on this planet—so 

what is it doing taking up so much space in your skin-care routine? 

There’s a wave of smarter products and strategies that, without 

compromising your skin, help you make every last drop count. 

BY KAYLEIGH DONAHUE HODES 

THAYER ALLYSON GOWDY/AUGUST 

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Y 

You recycle plastic, rock a 

wind-powered energy plan, 

and take meticulous care 

of that precious resource 

known as your Adidas by 

Stella McCartney leggings. 

But…water? Chances 

are, you disregard it daily 

without realizing it. And it’s 

a big deal: Experts project 

that 3.5 billion people 

will live in water-scarce 

or stressed areas by 2025, 

meaning there won’t be 

enough to even drink. 

Beyond turning off the 

tap while brushing your 

teeth, there are other ways 

to reduce the H 2 0 footprint 

in your regimen. Nearly 

every beauty product in 

your bathroom has a water 

surplus. It can serve a 

purpose (like helping drive 

ingredients into skin), but 

often it’s just a cheap base. 

That said, we’re realists… 

and product lovers. But 

we can all—easily—be more 

water-mindful, especially 

since most beauty brands 

no longer take H 2O for 

granted. Whether it’s 

reaching for products 

without water, looking for 

ones that don’t require 

you to use water, or making 

strategic routine shifts, 

you can be part of the 

solution to this worldwide 

issue. And still look great— 

in those Stella McCartney 

leggings, no less. 

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PRODUCTS 

MADE 

WITHOUT 

WATER 

Yes, there’s no water in these formulas, but 

you may still need a splash from the sink to 

activate these babies. No internal H 20 means 

they’re inhospitable to bacteria and mold— 

so they have a longer shelf life and there’s 

also no need for preservatives like parabens 

(which a lot of consumers want to avoid 

anyway). A not-insignificant plus? You can 

pack most of these in your carry-on with 

abandon—no liquid, no hassle at security. 

BARS 

Shampoo, conditioner, body lotion, even 

self-tanner, like Ethique Self Tanning 

Bar ($32, ethiquebeauty.com), now come 

in block form. And because they’re more 

concentrated—for three bottles of, say, body 

lotion you’d normally buy, you would only 

need to buy one lotion bar—you save both 

water and money. (Some traditional bars do 

contain water, so check the label before you 

virtuously hit “add to cart.”) 

POWDERS 

They’re ideal as scrubs (the granules provide 

a gentle exfoliation), but they’re also great for 

getting your dose of topical vitamin C (the 

antioxidant destabilizes in liquid, so a powder 

form helps maintain efficacy). Mix it with 

your favorite serum to instantly enhance the 

protective powers. We like True Botanicals 

Vitamin C Booster ($90, truebotanicals.com). 

BALMS 

Like bars, balms are super concentrated. 

Usually a blend of oil and wax, they can take 

the place of traditional cleansers and 

moisturizers—the latter don’t need added 

H 20 to work (just slather and go). They’re a 

godsend for dry and/or irritated skin (this 

also makes them too heavy for acneprone 

or oily skin). Try Earth tu Face 

Face Balm ($68, earthtuface.com), a 

rose-spiked moisturizing concentrate. 

OILS 

They make excellent cleansers—oil dissolves 

residue—as well as dry-skin moisturizers, 

since oil traps water in the skin. But even oily 

complexions can benefit. Rosehip seed and 

jojoba oils, found in Burt's Bees Complete 

Nourishment Facial Oil ($20, at drugstores), 

have a dry finish, meaning they won’t make 

your face look like a grease pan. 

DRY SHEET MASKS 

Unlike traditional sheet masks, which are 

soaked in a nourishing serum, these have the 

ingredients baked in. When you put one on 

your face and gently rub, the heat and oils 

from your skin release the ingredients. And 

because these masks are not only free of 

water, but also never interact with it, they 

don’t harbor bacteria, so you can use each 

three times before tossing. They’re a little less 

hydrating than their moisture-rich 

predecessors and are better for functions like 

firming. Try Charlotte Tilbury Instant Magic 

Dry Facial Sheet Mask ($22, netaporter.com); 

it infuses skin with collagen-revving peptides. 

PRODUCTS 

YOU USE 

WITHOUT 

WATER 

Unless you’re visibly dirty or sweaty, derms 

say you can go an entire week without a 

proper shower (just washcloth off your feet 

and lady parts with water and soap daily). 

Too au naturel for you? Shower every other 

day, then get squeaky clean the no-rinsingrequired 

way using these two methods: 

STOCK A MICELLAR CLEANSER. 

Although these guys contain water, the tiny 

cleansing-oil molecules floating around the 

formula act like traps for dirt and sebum, which 

you apply and then whisk away with a cotton 

pad. Derms say they’re a particularly good 

move for sensitive types who react to 

traditional cleansers, which, by virtue of simply 

having more ingredients, increase your 

chances of irritation. We’re loving Simple 

Skincare Water Boost Micellar Cleansing Water 

($10, at drugstores), a formula spiked with 

plant extracts that help skin retain moisture. 

REACH FOR A TOWEL-OFF 

BODY WASH. 

Watered-down soaps in foaming dispensers, 

these formulas remove oils and dirt when 

applied with a washcloth (using only your 

hands spreads around what’s on your skin). 

WH staffers are pretty devoted to Yuni Flash 

Bath No-Rinse Body Cleansing Foam ($22, 

sephora.com), which contains bacteriabusting 

essential oils and skin-softening aloe. 

French Girl 

Organics Facial 

Polish ($22, 

shopwomens 

healthmag.com) 

IN GOOD COMPANY 

Sixty-one percent of U.S. consumers would rather companies “green” 

their business practices than simply make donations to green 

organizations, according to a report by market research firm Mintel. 

Execs at behemoth beauty companies are listening. 

Procter & Gamble 

(the parent company 

of Olay and Pantene) 

has reduced the 

water it uses by 24 

percent per product 

since 2010. It has 

also set a goal to 

provide 1 billion 

people with access 

to water-efficient 

products (like twoin-one 

conditioners 

that allow you to use 

less H 20) by 2020. 

Johnson & Johnson 

(which makes Aveeno 

and Neutrogena 

products) reduced 

its overall use of 

water by 7.2 percent 

between 2010 and 

2015 (with efforts 

ongoing). How? By 

installing waterreutilization 

systems 

and improving 

the wastewater 

treatment to recycle 

more H 20. 

Unilever 

(the company 

behind Dove and 

Suave) hopes to 

halve the water 

associated with 

the consumer use 

of its products by 

2020. To do this, it is 

designing items that 

require less water 

but provide the same 

experience (such as 

Dove’s self-foaming 

body washes). 

L’Oréal 

has saved, over 

the past decade, 

the equivalent 

of one and a half 

years’ water use 

across industrial 

facilities. It did so via 

small changes like 

recycling all types 

of water throughout 

the manufacturing 

processes (except 

the stuff used 

in products). Q 

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Herbivore 

Botanicals Pink 

Clay Bar Soap 

($12, herbivore 

botanicals.com) 

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ABOUT THOSE 

EIGHT GLASSES... 

It’s perhaps the biggest skin myth 

floating around the beauty blogosphere: 

Drinking eight glasses of water daily is the 

secret to a glowing complexion. But there’s 

actually no scientific data to support the idea 

(and no research showing downing fewer than 

eight is harmful). Still, it’s not completely bogus—if 

your gastrointestinal tract and kidneys don’t have 

enough H 20 to do their jobs, they do start to suck 

the water out of other cells, which could make 

skin cells look parched. To maintain peak 

hydration, monitor your urine. Yellow? 

Up the agua! You can also get it 

from watery fruits and veggies 

like watermelon (duh) 

and zucchini. 

Sources: Ava Shamban, M.D., assistant clinical professor of dermatology, UCLA-Geffen School of Medicine 

in Los Angeles; Joshua Zeichner, M.D., director of cosmetic and clinical research in the department of 

dermatology, Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City; Bruce Aker, San Francisco cosmetic chemist; Jim 

Hammer, Boston cosmetic chemist; Brianne West, biochemist and founder of Ethique beauty company 

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& 

Welcome to summer 2017, where breezy is the new black! 

We put together seven outfits free of anything tight—or uptight, for that 

matter—but woven with such gorgeousness, you’ll keep your cool, 

literally and figuratively. Happy dressing! 

C O M F O R T 

J O Y 

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SHEER DELIGHT 

Wearing a parachute dress feels as 

if you’re floating through air—or a 

dreamy meadow. The bronze hue 

continues the earthy vibe. 

COS dress, $135, cosstores.com; Mikoh 

dress (underneath), $242, mikoh.com 

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FORWARD MOTION 

Whimsical birds and sporty 

accessories make this shirtdress 

not so buttoned up. 

Mara Hoffman dress, $225, 

marahoffman.com; ASOS jacket, $72, 

asos.com; One x Oneteaspoon shorts, 

$99, oneteaspoon.com; Nike Court 

sneakers, $200, nike.com; Hobo 

crossbody bag, $158, hobobags.com 

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BUSINESS CASUAL 

What’s better than stripes? 

Stripes on stripes! A scoop-neck 

top and wide-leg pants provide 

a cute alternative to denim Fridays. 

Abercrombie & Fitch tee, $48, 

abercrombie.com; dRA pants, 

$110, draclothing.com; Loeffler 

Randall slides, $295, bergdorf 

goodman.com 

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THE LONG AND SHORT OF IT 

Full-length sleeves atop microshorts 

is so fresh—and thanks to the 

sweater’s lace edges, even romantic. 

French Connection sweater, $128, 

frenchconnection.com; Linksoul 

shorts, $75, linksoul.com 

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EVERYDAY SUPERHERO 

The linen fabric, the frayed edges, 

the graduated cut: This cape 

makes any outfit look polished, 

even nubby sweats and a tank. 

Acler cape, $370, us.acler.com.au; 

Old Navy tank, $12.94, oldnavy.com; 

Junk Food Clothing sweatpants, 

$70, junkfoodclothing.com 

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For complete shopping information, see Where to Buy on page 156. 

TOUGH AND TENDER 

When a sweatshirt hoodie meets 

a feminine maxi dress—and its 

swoon-worthy crocheted top—sparks! 

Mossimo Supply Co. dress, $30, target 

.com; Splendid hoodie, $168, splendid 

.com; Teva sandals, $90, teva.com 

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ENDLESS POSSIBILITIES 

Introducing the maxi shirt! Hardly 

short on versatility, it lets you cover 

up to the ankles, or air out your abs 

and show some leg. 

The Blue Shirt Shop shirt, $198, dl1961 

.com; Mikoh shorts, $68, mikoh.com 

Fashion editor: Jacqueline 

Azria 

Hair: Eric Gabriel for Oribe/ 

The Wall Group 

Makeup: Jenna Anton for 

Giorgio Armani/Forward Artists 

Manicure: Emi Kudo for 

Dior Vernis/Opus Beauty 

Prop styling: Abraham Latham/ 

Art Department 

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WHERE TO BUY 

On the Cover 

Lanston wrap-back tank, $70, 

lanstontees.com 

Saha Swimwear bottoms, $58, 

sahaswimwear.com 

Jennifer Meyer diamond long-bar 

studs, $800, barneys.com 

Jet Set Candy Sydney luggage 

tag charm, $68, Brisbane luggage 

tag, $68, Bondi surfboard charm, 

$68, and small plane charm, $58, 

jetsetcandy.com 

Coco Loves Rome Step & Repeat 

ring, $14, cocolovesrome.com 

G-Shock S Series Vivid Color 

Collection watch, $130. gshock 

.com/s_series 

Pandora Jewelry double leather 

charm bracelet, $45, pandora.net 

Lotus Jewelry Studio Latitude 

Longitude bar bracelet, $60, 

lotusjewelrystudio.com 

Elizabeth and James Marieta ring, 

$95, bloomingdales.com 

Miansai thin screw cuff ring, $125, 

miansai.com 

Inside Cover 

AStars crop tank top, $55, 

astarswomens.com 

Roxy Star Day strappy ’70s bikini 

bottoms, $42, roxy.com 

Gabriel & Co. fashion necklace, $540, 

gabrielny.com 

Nashelle Jewelry Heritage diamond bar 

necklace, $153, nashelle.com 

Bluma Project Cala bracelet, $48, 

blumaproject.com 

Skye-High Confidence 

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Abercombie and Fitch crop tee, $34, 

abercrombie.com 

Peixoto Bella bottoms, $59, 

xandraswimwear.com 

Jennifer Meyer Jewelry mini triangle 

studs, $1,075, ylang23.com 

Pandora Jewelry Essence Collection 

beaded bracelet, $60, pandora.net 

On the Flip Cover 

From left 

Tracksmith Run bra, $55, 

tracksmith.com 

C9 Champion compression 

boyshorts, $17, target.com/c9 

Rykä Elita sneakers, $70, ryka 

.com 

Body Language Sportswear Posh 

top, $75, bodylanguagesports 

wear.com 

H&M three-quarter-length yoga 

tights, $25, hm.com 

Reebok Hayasu sneakers, $90, 

reebok.com 

Elisabetta Rogiani Space bra, 

$72, rogiani.com 

Nike Power Legendary leggings, 

$100, and Metcon DSK Flyknit 

sneakers, $160, nike.com 

Lorna Jane Surrender sports bra, 

$66, lornajane.com 

Kira Grace Warrior shorts, $68, 

kiragrace.com 

Adidas Alphabounce engineered 

mesh sneakers, $110, adidas.com 

Phat Buddha St. Marks sports bra, 

$77, shopbop.com, 

phatbuddhawear.com 

C&C California Varsity Band 

capris, $68, tjmaxx.com 

Puma Ignite Limitless training 

shoes, $110, puma.com 

Lotus Jewery Studio initial bar bracelet, 

$58, lotusjewelrystudio.com 

Mulberry & Grand Sugar Blossom 

beaded bracelet, $12, mulberry-grand 

.com 

Thomas Sabo skull pavé love 

bridge bracelet, $198, thomassabo.com 

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Elisabetta Rogiani Tiger 1 shoulder bra, 

$69, rogiani.com 

Mossimo Supply Co. retro cropped 

jogger, $20, target.com 

Page 68 

Urban Outfitters Out from Under 

sweatshirt, $34, urbanoutfitters.com 

Skins DNAmic compression superpose 

two-in-one shorts, $100, skins.net/usa 

Garmin Forerunner 35 tracker, $200, 

garmin.com 

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Sweaty Betty Upbeat padded workout 

bra in neon, $70, sweatybetty.com 

Reebok Hero Power bra, $60, One 

Series hot shorts, $35, and Hayasu 

studio shoes, $90, reebok.com 

Comfort & Joy 

PAGES 148 TO 155 

R.J. Graziano raffia bangles, $25 to $35 

each, rjgraziano.com 

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Pandora sparkling strand bracelet, $50, 

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A good trainer has enviable 

abs and legs that are #goals. 

But a great trainer—the 

best kind, really—has 

something the naked eye 

can’t see: a “why.” 

What’s a “why,” exactly? 

It’s your underlying, longterm 

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exercise. And a growing 

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single most important 

factor in making fitness a 

forever, not fleeting, part 

of your life. “When you 

tap into your ultimate 

purpose for exercising, 

skipping a workout today 

actually means putting 

off something you value at 

your truest core,” says 

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That especially resonates 

with women, who, research 

finds, tend to be more 

emotionally connected 

to their goals than men— 

meaning, whether you 

realize it or not, you 

probably already have a 

why. You’ve just got to 

uncover and mobilize it, 

like our finalists for 

this year’s Next Fitness 

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Reading their stories, their 

struggles, their triumphs— 

their whys—will help you 

harness your own purpose 

for working out, all while 

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ANGELA GARGANO 

AGE: 27 

HOMETOWN: CRANSTON, RI 

MY WHY 

I’ll never forget being made fun 

of in elementary school for my 

“big man arms.” I’d wear long 

sleeves in 90-degree heat to 

conceal them. Now? Those arms 

are one of my favorite body parts 

because of how strong they are. 

After an ACL tear in college, 

I worked on rebuilding the 

muscles around my knee while 

training my upper body hard. 

That’s when it clicked: I felt so 

rewarded watching my own 

strength and athleticism advance 

instead of caring about how 

others might view it. I find it so 

fulfilling to experience physical 

progress. That drive has kept 

me mastering new skills—it even 

led me to compete on American 

Ninja Warrior! The only thing 

more gratifying than my progress 

is seeing a woman capture that 

same “I can do anything” spirit. 

MY TRAINING M.O. 

At my gym, AG Athletics, I lead 

boot camp–style workouts with a 

twist—utilizing springboards, 

bars, and boxes—for people 

in their twenties through sixties. 

I teach kids gymnastics too! 

MY TAKEAWAY TIPS 

Be creative. I see a park bench, 

and I see situps and triceps 

dips. Monkey bars? Pullups. 

Opportunities to squeeze 

in fitness are all around; you 

just have to look for them. 

Don’t stick to what you know. 

If you’re a runner, keep running. 

But experiment too. Your 

natural strengths might translate 

to something unexpected. 

Embrace the handstand. 

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fitness: They help you develop 

core strength, body awareness, 

and arm muscle. Plus, the head 

rush is like nothing else! Start 

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AGE: 35 

HOMETOWN: LOS ANGELES 

MY WHY 

My mom was the kind of mother 

who fed my friends sweet 

potatoes instead of french fries 

when they came over for dinner. 

She bought a jungle gym for 

our backyard and restricted TV 

time so we’d play tag instead. 

When we’d ask for soda, she’d 

offer fresh orange juice under the 

guise of it tasting better. 

My mom is no longer with us, 

but she’s a part of everything I do. 

She knew how important health 

was, especially when starting a 

family. And now as a mom to 

three girls, I do too. I want to be 

the best role model I can be for 

my daughters. And that starts 

with being the healthiest you— 

mentally and physically. 


I adhere to time-efficient, 

total-body workouts that give 

you energy and help you feel 

confident. I train clients, including 

tons of moms, one-on-one, in 

group classes, and through my 

online video series—because 

convenience is key. Every 

workout is short and sweet, 

HIIT-style; I find it easier to push 

yourself when you have only 

10 or 20 minutes to get it done. 


Get holistic. Fitness is nothing 

without a clean diet. Eat foods 

grown near your home; they 

tend to be less treated and thus 

better for you and the earth. 

And, mommy hack: Bring your 

kiddos shopping. They’re more 

likely to eat stuff they picked out. 

Don’t overthink it. Getting 

started is half the battle. For one 

minute each, do as many reps as 

you can of squats to alternating 

lunges, high knees, and pushups. 

Rest briefly, then go as many 

rounds as you have time for. 

Shut the inner voice. It’s usually 

negative. Listen to the coach or 

mom who knows when you could 

use a positive kick in the butt. 

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AGE: 49 

HOMETOWN: BROOKLYN 

MY WHY 

I dabbled with working out for 

years, but I always fell off the 

wagon. Hard work can lead to 

great results, but it isn’t always 

sustainable. So when I was 42, 

I resolved to just move. When I’m 

active every day—whether that’s 

a 10-minute abs series before 

bed or a 30-minute circuit while 

I’m waiting on laundry—I’m more 

disciplined and happy. 

People say, “Your body can 

hear you.” I like to say, “Your body 

can feel you.” If you spend all day 

at your desk, you can’t expect 

your body to want to work. 

Fitness has taught me that there 

is no cap on what you are capable 

of—unless you put it there. 


I’m a big believer in forging 

personal relationships to stay 

motivated, so I mostly train 

people one-on-one. I stick to HIIT 

or Tabata workouts, but I’ll pepper 

in yoga or Pilates circuits too. 


Speed up smartly. I go all out for 

20 seconds, then rest for 10, 

for four minutes total. Do it with 

squats, lunges, and glute bridges. 

Create a workout space. Even if 

it’s just a tiny square of your room 

with a mat and basic equipment. 

When it’s in eyeshot, it’s easier to 

do something instead of nothing. 

Don’t follow the trends. Fitness 

should never be about what’s 

“cool”—if you don’t like what you 

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AGE: 30 

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MY WHY 

Health is a privilege, not a given. 

I’d always been active, but in 

college, I put on some weight 

that I wanted to lose. I kicked up 

the intensity of my workouts 

so much that when fatigue set in 

at age 23, I attributed it to my 

routine. That is, until I blacked out 

in a cycling class. When I finally 

saw a doctor, the news shocked 

me: I had Hodgkin’s lymphoma, 

an immune-system cancer. 

I fought hard to get healthy, but 

I had to learn how to be patient 

with my body. I know how it feels 

to battle mental and physical 

hurdles that are out of your 

control. It’s what inspired me to 

become a trainer. Working out is 

about enduring discomfort. I fully 

believe that if you can survive 

the struggle in the gym, you’ll be 

stronger outside of it too. 


I teach classes live and online— 

for digital subscribers—at a 

studio called System of Strength, 

which offers a ton of different 

class styles. The workouts vary 

from cardio to strength training 

to stretching, or all three. 


Be proud of the now. Push out 

of your comfort zone, but not 

at the risk of beating yourself up. 

Think, I can do 10 frog jumps 

versus I can’t do 20. If each week 

you can add only one more 

rep, that’s worth celebrating too. 

Strike a balance. Having been 

both sick and healthy, I know how 

easy it can be to fall into extremes 

with diet and exercise. But 

you need to embrace downtime. 

I take at least one rest day per 

week so my muscles can rebuild. 

Blend your burn. Switch between 

loaded and body-weight 

exercises. Try a dumbbell squat 

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MY WHY 

For five years, I played bass in a 

rock band. I loved it, but it zapped 

my energy. The first boot camp 

class I went to with a friend, I felt 

miserable; it was so hard. But also 

sort of amazing. The hype I felt 

from performing didn’t come 

close to what I felt while training. 

I worked with clients on the side 

for a few years, then quit the 

band and committed to fitness. 

Knowing what makes you feel 

good should be simple, but it 

requires recognizing what makes 

you feel crappy—which we can’t 

always identify until after the 

fact. I never feel more alive than 

I do after a tough workout. 


My goal is to help women find a 

balance between tough and 

functional with their workouts, so 

they can feel great now and later. 

As a Nike master trainer, I lead 

workouts that include functional 

strength moves, plyometrics, 

and core work at the Nike World 

Headquarters in Portland for 

employees, visitors, and athletes. 

I also train privately through 

my company, Canvas Training. 


Add it up. Break down big goals 

with smaller tasks. Set a 

progressive monthly plan: Pick 

one easy task (like “do two ab 

workouts”) for the first week; each 

week, add another, so by the end 

of the month, you’re doing four 

things to help you meet your goal. 

Don’t neglect your neck. It can 

make or break your workouts, 

especially for deadlifts and 

bent-over rows. Instead of looking 

in the mirror—which strains 

your lower back—ask a trainer 

to quickly check your posture. 

Compete against yourself. When 

your mind wanders to what 

others are doing or how they 

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Why do you want it? (“So I can fit into my medium shirts again without my love handles 

sticking out.”) 

But why? (“So I can feel more attractive and not so self-conscious.”) 

But why? (“So I can feel happier with myself.”) 

Why? (“So I have more confidence to go after what I really want in life.”) 

Why? (“Because I’m tired of settling for less than I’m capable of.”) 

Your own road map might take fewer or more “whys.” The point is to keep asking why 

until you arrive at your ultimate reason for pursuing your goal. When you’ve found it, 

hang on to that why. Tape it somewhere visible and return to it whenever your 

motivation falters, or when you’re struggling to see the results of your hard work. 

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Star. In the spirit of getting to know them, what better question to ask than “What’s your exercise why?” 

Hilaria Baldwin 

Yoga instructor, author of 

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“We are made to move. 

I never feel so alive and 

present as I do when I have 

thoroughly exercised my 

body. And the purpose of 

life is to live it to the fullest, 

no? Otherwise what are 

we doing here? I don’t 

want to waste a moment.” 

Emily Skye 

F.I.T. program founder, 

WH cover star 

“Exercising makes me feel 

strong, capable, and 

motivated—like I can 

achieve anything I set my 

mind to. I feel more 

positive, have a clearer 

mind, and have more 

energy for embracing all 

life has to offer.” 

Debbie 

Matenopolous 

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“I exercise so I can live a 

long and healthy life. Not 

only does exercise 

strengthen our bodies 

and keep us in shape, 

but it’s also been 

documented how much it 

can improve our mental 

and emotional well-being.” 

Jen Ator, C.S.C.S. 

WH fitness director, Kona 

Ironman finisher 

“For me, workouts are 

about building resiliency— 

physically, but more so 

mentally. Training helps 

teach my body, and mind, 

that no matter what I’m 

going through, I can 

always find a way to keep 

moving forward.” Q 

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ou should be careful. You should be nice. Sweet. Cute. You should be 

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e gentle. Be happy. You should be quiet. You’re supposed to be modest. 

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o have this job. You should not worry your pretty head. You should 

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It’s not just an Instagram mantra—it’s the 

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If you think of your body as its own stock market, your lower 

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here—your glutes, hamstrings, quads, and calves—are the 

largest, so collectively, they possess the most potential to 

change your physique,” says Lee Boyce, a strength coach in 

Toronto. Every time you engage all that muscle-fiber power at 

once, you burn more calories per rep. And doing that regularly 

is like adding lighter fuel to your body’s metabolic fire, helping 

you torch more fat around the clock. In fact, “I’ve seen female 

clients successfully lose a few inches off their waist and hips in 

as little as six weeks by adding targeted lower-body weight 

lifting to their weekly routine,” says Boyce. 

There are literally dozens upon dozens of exercises 

that’ll blast your legs, but the four you’ll meet here are 

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movement patterns for a lean yet powerful lower 

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FITNESS BONUS 

THE MOVES 

GOBLET SQUAT 

No leg routine would 

be complete without a 

squat—it gets more 

muscles and joints working 

together than any other 

stand-in-place exercise. 

As a result, you release 

hormones that can speed 

muscle hypertrophy 

(a.k.a. growth) and fat loss, 

studies show. The goblet 

type is king among this 

royal crew: Holding a 

weight by your chest 

keeps you from slumping 

forward and forces you to 

shift weight into your heels 

(so you don’t tip over). 

Both tweaks bring your 

hips closer to the ground 

for a better burn. 

a 

First must-do for more sculpted stems: Master this quartet of standout 

exercises. Then flip to page 24 for four workouts using these moves. 

b 

DUMBBELL STEP-UP 

Such a simple move, this 

one. All it involves is 

stepping up onto a box 

or bench. Except that you 

hold weights at your sides 

for extra resistance, and 

you lower back down 

onto the floor with 

control—emphasizing the 

“negative” or “eccentric” 

phase of the exercise, 

which research suggests 

builds more muscle mass 

than focusing on the 

lifting portion alone. And 

because your muscles 

spend a relatively long 

time under tension to 

complete one full rep, 

you can nuke a lot of cals 

with a single set. 

a 

b 

DO IT: Stand with feet shoulder-width apart and hold a dumbbell 

vertically in front of your chest, both hands cupping the top of the 

weight, your elbows pointing toward the floor (a). Push your hips 

down and back and bend your knees to lower your body until your 

thighs are at least parallel to the ground, your elbows brushing the 

insides of your knees (b). Push through your heels and squeeze 

your glutes to return to start. That’s one rep. 

DO IT: Stand in front of a box or bench about 12 to 18 inches 

tall and hold a pair of dumbbells at your sides at arm’s length. 

Place your right foot firmly on the step (a), then push 

through your right heel to lift your body up until your right leg 

is straight and your left foot is elevated (b). Keeping your torso 

tall, step your left foot, then your right, back onto the floor to 

return to start. That’s one rep. 

DEFICIT REVERSE LUNGE 

Essentially the 

exaggerated motion of 

walking and running, the 

lunge lights up every 

muscle in your legs—even 

the tiny stabilizing ones, 

like your inner thighs. A 

reverse lunge requires the 

same balance and neuromuscular 

coordination of 

the forward type, but it 

engages your posterior 

chain first, helping even 

out quad dominance 

(and taking stress off your 

knees). And that “deficit” 

part? It’s just a fancy 

term for propping your 

front foot on a step, so 

your glute has to travel 

farther—and work 

harder—to return to start. 

a 

DO IT: Stand on a six-inch step or box and hold a pair of 

dumbbells at your sides at arm’s length (a). Keeping your torso 

tall, step backward off the box with your right leg and slowly 

lower your body until your left knee is bent at least 90 degrees 

and your right knee nearly touches the floor (b). Push through 

your left heel to return to start. That’s one rep. 

b 

SINGLE-LEG PULL-THROUGH 

The movement pattern 

here is the hip hinge, a 

foundation of most 

posterior-chain exercises 

(think deadlift, swing, and 

hip thrust). It’s essential 

for hitting the hamstrings 

and glutes as well as 

boosting hip stability. The 

pull-through, however, 

is an easier-to-learn, more 

universal exercise that 

allows you to train 

those backside muscles 

without overloading 

pressure on your spine. 

Plus, this single-leg style 

increases activation 

to the working-side 

glutes and hamstrings 

and recruits your core 

for balance. 

DO IT: Stand in front of the cable machine at your gym, or loop a 

resistance band around a stable anchor behind you. Prop your left 

foot, knee bent, on a bench behind you, grab the band between 

your legs with your left hand, and hinge forward at your hips until 

your torso is about parallel to the floor (a). Pull the band through 

as you thrust your hips forward (b). That’s one rep. 

b 

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FITNESS BONUS 

THE WORKOUTS 

Four different (and simple) ways to mix and match your main moves into 

übereffective routines to sprinkle throughout your week 

1. The Warm-Up 

No matter what workout you have planned, use this pair to get your session started. “When performed together, 

this duo helps open up your hips from both angles—horizontal for the squat, vertical for the lunge—and eases 

the knee joint into action, all while priming the muscles for any activity that comes next,” says Boyce. You’ll 

also improve your range of motion with two added tweaks: At the bottom of your squat, gently push your knees 

outward with your elbows; as you lunge, shift the hip of your back leg forward slightly and reach your opposite 

arm overhead. Spend two and a half minutes on each exercise, moving slowly through every rep. 

Quick Tweak! Ditch 

the dumbbell but 

keep your hands at 

chest height. 

BODY-WEIGHT GOBLET SQUAT WITH HOLD 

3-second hold 

Quick Tweak! 

Drop the weights 

and place your 

hands on your hips. 

REVERSE LUNGE WITH HOLD AND REACH 

3- to 5-second hold, alternating sides 

Quick Tweak! 

Put both feet 

on level ground 

(lose the step). 

2. The Power Circuit 

This 15-minute workout starts with the most complex neuromuscular movement (the squat) and ends with the 

exercise that requires the least amount of neural attention to execute (the pull-through). “It’s the most effective 

way to get as much good work done—meaning with solid form and maximum force—as you can before you fatigue, 

because your body is the most prepared at the beginning of every set,” says Boyce, who recommends knocking 

out this baby two or three times a week. Keep your heart rate up (bonus cardio!) by performing the bunch as a 

fast-paced circuit: Complete the prescribed number of reps for each exercise, moving from one to the next without 

rest. Take a quick breather if needed, then repeat for three or four total rounds. 

HOW 

ABOUT 

THREE 

MORE 

PERKS? 

Sexy, sculpted gams 

are the gift that 

keeps on giving 

(and giving). 

THEY PRESERVE 

YOUR BALANCE. 

Proprioception, or 

knowing where your 

body is in space, is one 

of the first things to go 

as we age. Training 

your legs now helps 

prevent this loss by 

improving your 

neuromuscular 

coordination. You’ll 

also be better 

equipped to recover 

from any falls, if they 

do happen. 

THEY SAVE 

YOUR KNEES. 

Research shows 

strengthening the leg 

muscles, particularly 

the thigh area, 

removes some stress 

from the knees, 

protecting them from 

pain, injuries, and 

osteoarthritis—a trio 

of issues us ladies 

face more than men. 

(Researchers say 

our fattier tissue 

could be the culprit, 

but performance 

experts blame our 

wider hips and 

wearing heels too.) 

GOBLET SQUAT 

8–10 reps 

DEFICIT REVERSE 

LUNGE 

10 reps per side 

DUMBBELL STEP-UP 


SINGLE-LEG 

PULL-THROUGH 

12–15 reps per side 

THEY KEEP YOUR 

MIND SHARP. 

Sound like a leap? 

Science shows 

otherwise: A study on 

female twins found 

that the fitter your 

legs, the better brain 

function you’ll likely 

have 10 years later. 

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3. The Strength Set 

When you challenge your lower half with substantial resistance (we’re talking 40, 50, 60 pounds and more), you 

break down muscle fibers, which your body rebuilds on your recovery day. The result? Bigger, more defined muscles 

for shapely legs and a perky butt. These two moves allow your body to handle those loads safely, since your entire 

lower-body musculature activates, putting less strain on your upper half, explains Boyce. “You also train both your 

bilateral [two-leg] and unilateral [one-leg] systems at once, which is the best of both worlds for moving well on a 

daily basis.” Fit this workout into your routine once a week, using a weight that you can manage for only 10 squats 

at a time. (Note: It’s probably heavier than you think—it should be at least 25 percent of your body weight.) Perform 

the pair as a superset: Complete all the reps of the first exercise (that would be 20 reps, with 10-second rest breaks 

between each mini set), then move immediately to the second. Rest up to two minutes, then repeat five more times. 

GOBLET SQUAT 

2 reps, 3 reps, 5 reps, 10 reps 

(10-second rest between each mini set) 

DEFICIT REVERSE LUNGE 


4. The Extra Credit 

A quick way to max out your workouts is to tack on a finisher—an exercise that squeezes out any drop of juice you 

may have left in the tank—to the end of your sesh. Problem is, when your body is sufficiently taxed, your form tends 

to break down, so it’s not the best time for a difficult or high-impact exercise (like, say, a burpee). “The pull-through, by 

contrast, is a modified swing movement, which is smooth and easy on your tired joints, a killer glute and core blaster, 

and a great cardio burst, as it kicks up your heart rate quickly,” says Nancy Newell, a certified strength and conditioning 

coach at Cressey Sports Performance in Hudson, Massachusetts. Because you’re working for speed and intensity 

instead of balance and control, you’ll perform this guy with both feet on the ground instead of with one foot raised— 

it’s safer and more effective when you have more muscles sharing the load. At the end of any workout, perform as 

many reps with perfect form as you can in 30 seconds. Rest up to 60 seconds, then repeat up to five more times. 

CAP IT WITH 

CARDIO 

Add in any of these 

aerobic workouts once 

or twice a week for 

even radder results. 

HIKE UP A HILL. 

Whether it’s manipulated 

on the treadmill or au 

naturel on a trail, walking 

on an incline increases 

activation of pretty much 

every muscle in your legs. 

Obviously, the steeper 

the incline, the harder 

your legs have to work— 

but research indicates 

a 9 percent grade sparks 

some serious action 

(we’re talking six times 

more activation for 

your hamstrings, and 

three times for your 

glutes, than walking 

on level ground). 

CARRY SOMETHING. 

All it takes is walking 

with a heavy object 

in one hand at your 

side—like a kettlebell, 

dumbbell, or sandbag— 

to stress your bottom half 

and sculpt flatter abs (the 

muscles there jump in to 

prevent your torso from 

being dragged down by 

the load), says Newell. 

Find the heaviest weight 

you can carry safely 

(with a tall back and no 

pain) for 30 yards (that’s 

about the length of a 

basketball court), then 

subtract 20 pounds and 

perform three or four 

30-yard walks on each 

side, resting 60 seconds 

in between. Each week, 

increase the load by at 

least five pounds. 

Quick Tweak! 

Nix the bench and 

place both feet on 

the ground. 

Quick Tweak! 

Grab the band 

between your legs 

with both hands. 

PULL-THROUGH 

As many reps as possible 

EMBRACE THE SPRINT. 

If you want to boost 

your muscles for heavy 

strength workouts, 

you need to refine your 

fast-twitch muscle fibers, 

which provide explosive 

power, says Boyce. Swap 

any steady-state cardio 

(a run, the stair stepper, 

etc.) for intervals: Sprint 

all out for 20 seconds, 

recover for 60, repeat 

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H 2 0, GO! 

Strength training has ditched the weight room 

for the pool. Dive into the latest hydro-powered 

workout and score major body benefits. 

By Jen Ator 

Gotta give it up to the ancient 

Hawaiians. They’re credited 

with being the first to develop 

strength training in water. 

Sure, it was a bit makeshift— 

they’d carry large rocks into 

the ocean and hold them 

underwater as they slogged 

along the seabed. And okay, it 

was sort of a macho test of 

strength, but hey, they were 

onto something! 

Since then, ocean lifeguards 

to elite athletes have used that 

move in training to kick their 

fitness up a notch. And now, 

gym chains across the U.S. 

have taken notice, adding 

classes that bring HIIT and 

weight training—paddles, 

dumbbells, and kettlebells; no 

rocks!—into the pool. 

SO WHY WATER + WEIGHTS? 

Stronger, leaner muscles are 

built in H 2O. Imagine trying to 

do a super-explosive move— 

like a tuck jump—underwater. 

Not as fast or as powerful as 

doing it on dry land, right? 

That’s because the harder you 

push or pull through water, 

the more resistance you 

experience. Which makes it an 

awesome method for building 

muscular strength and power. 

The extra resistance doesn’t 

just make you work harder, 

it helps you work smarter too. 

Take the pistol squat, a 

notoriously tough single-leg 

exercise. “Even if you can’t 

do it on the ground, you can 

probably do it in a pool,” says 

Rob Glick, senior director of 

programming and innovation 

at Life Time, which now offers 

an exclusive aquatic boot 

camp class called WTRX 

Water Xtreme. “The density of 

water naturally slows down 

motion, helping to emphasize 

proper body position and 

SQUAT JUMP: Stand with 

feet slightly more than 

hip-width apart, then bend 

your knees to lower into a 

squat, arms out to the sides 

at shoulder height, just 

under the water’s surface. 

In one explosive motion, 

extend through the hips 

and straighten your legs 

while pushing your arms 

down to jump as high as 

you can out of the water. 

maintain control through 

difficult movements.” 

LIGHTER, FASTER, STRONGER 

Less gravity to weigh your body 

down also means less of that 

pound-after-pound impact on 

your joints, says Glick. Plus 

there’s water’s natural 

compression qualities, which 

can boost circulation to help 

your muscles bounce back 

faster. “You wouldn’t 

recommend having someone 

do three intense land workouts 

in a row because of the risk 

for injury,” Glick says. “But the 

pool allows athletes to work 

out harder at a higher intensity 

several days in a row, without 

wear and tear on their joints or 

excessive muscle soreness.” 

Nursing an injury? Switch up 

your HIIT workouts to twice a 

week in the water, once on land. 

Or, better yet, use the pool 

for recovery itself. Just grab 

a few pool noodles to support 

your neck, hips, and ankles. 

Close your eyes, stretch your 

body as long as possible, 

and focus on deep breathing 

through your nose. It’s like 

savasana—only weightless. 

FOUR CLUTCH POOL MOVES 

Most cardio water workouts are done neck-deep, but for strength training you should be at chest level. 

Complete as many reps as possible in 30 seconds, then rest 15 to 20 seconds. Repeat up to four times. 

PUSH-PULL: Stand in 

a split stance with your 

arms at your sides, palms 

facing up. Keeping your 

arms straight, raise them 

in front of you to just 

below the surface of the 

water, then turn your 

palms over and push the 

water down and back 

behind you. Do this with 

both arms at the same 

time, or alternate. 

CORE ROTATION: Stand 

with your feet wider than 

shoulder-width, knees bent 

and arms in front of you, 

palms together, shoulders 

under water. Keeping your 

arms straight and core 

tight, pull your hands over 

to your right shoulder; 

then quickly pull your 

arms over toward your left 

shoulder. Continue quickly 

alternating back and forth. 

HIGH KNEES: Stand with 

arms bent to 90 degrees 

at your sides. Raise one 

knee to hip height so 

your thigh is parallel to 

the pool floor as you 

swing your opposite arm 

forward. Quickly reverse 

movement and repeat 

on the other side. 

Continue alternating as 

quickly as possible, like 

you’re running in place. 

GET IN THE WATER! Score water-circuit videos or find locations for the new WTRX Water Xtreme classes (created in 

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