Shape back issues from September 2008:
how I regained my morning sanity
Sep 01, 2008; ... Sometimes confidence and calm can be found in the most unlikely of places. There used to be everything from size 12s (post-baby) to size 4s (pre-kids) in my closet. I desperately held on to the latter (from about, um, six years ago), hoping they'd fit again. I kept telling myself I just ...
TAKE CHARGE OF YOUR LIFE TODAY
Sep 01, 2008; ... Feeling paralyzed by indecision? Take acttion-no matter how smalls-and you'll instantly move odd step closer to becoming the person of your dreams "When you don't make a choice, your goals just drift further away," says Michelle ...
THE BUSY WOMAN'S TRAVEL ESSENTIAL
Sep 01, 2008; ... time-saving tip When you go on a business trip and need to meet up with people in the area, you're often stuck playing phone and e-mail tag. Before you hit the road the next time, set up a profile on SkyLounge (skylounge.com), a networking site for movers and shakers (87 ...
3 ways to save gas (and your sanity)
Sep 01, 2008; ... healthy finances It's no secret: Owning a car is expensive. It costs $9,158 a year on average, according to AAA. But with these easy tricks, you'll spend less at the pump. 1 Find the lowest prices GasPriceWatch (gaspricewatch.com) keeps tabs on stations across the country, so you ...
readers speak out
Sep 01, 2008; ... june 2008 "Ashlee Simpson has fallen down and picked herself up many times-which inspires me to reach for my dreams no matter what." rave review As a longtime exercise enthusiast, I was becoming bored with my routines-until I started subscribing to Shape. I tear out all ...
5 The number of dollars it takes to buy happiness
Sep 01, 2008; ... The catch: You need to spend it on someone else, according to a recent study in the journal Science. This small gift of generosity brings more joy into your ...
THE LINK BETWEEN humor and health
Sep 01, 2008; ... Don't have time to watch the season premiere of your favorite sitcom? TiVo it instead. It's long been known that a belly laugh reduces stress, but researchers at Loma Linda University Schools of Allied Health Professions and Medicine have found that simply anticipating one does wonders for your ...
3 feel-good films
Sep 01, 2008; ... shape at the movies Head to the theater now to get your smile fix. There's a fun movie for every occasion. ON A FIRST DATE The Accidental Husband (with Uma Thurman and Jeffrey Dean Morgan), September 5 In this clever romantic comedy, Emma learns she's been ...
TURN YOUR LIFE AROUND WITH SHAPE
Sep 01, 2008; ... Ever find yourself thinking you could live your best life if only you had a little one-on-one help to get you started? Then you're in luck. We're choosing two readers to take part in our annual lifestyle makeover. Last ...
AN EARTH-FRIENDLY WAY TO JAM
Sep 01, 2008; ... green living You've come a long way since your CD days-now your music library fits onto one device instead of dozens of plastic discs. Go a step greener: Accessorize with these renewable resources. -MARISSA STEPHENSON FOR YOUR NANO 45 iPod Nano Cassette Case ($45; ...
the bright side of a demanding job
Sep 01, 2008; ... IF YOU GET AN EXTRA STACK OF reports to complete this month, don't complain-it could be a good thing. An analysis of work studies at Tel Aviv University has shown that a heavy workload means your boss has faith in you and increases the likelihood you'll reach your full potential. "When people ...
SIDESTEP THE NO. 1 MARRIAGE CONFLICT
Sep 01, 2008; ... healthy relationships YOU MAY THINK YOU'RE AVOIDING A FIGHT with your partner by stashing the fullprice bag you just bought in the back of the closet, but making secret splurges can be harmful to your relationshipand can even be considered a form of cheating, says Bonnie Eaker Weil, ...
lighter four-star fare
Sep 01, 2008; ... restaurant road test lighter four-star fare ATLANTIC FISH CO., BOSTON "Dining at an upscale restaurant isn't an everyday occurrence for me, so when I do, I usually order something indulgent. But when I visited the Atlantic Fish Co. in Boston (761 Boylston St.; ...
BEING YOUR BEST WITH... SUSIE CASTILLO
Sep 01, 2008; ... HEALTHY HOLLYWOOD Actress and former MTV VJ Susie Castillo has been making the rounds on the motivational speaker circuit since being crowned Miss USA in 2003. "I gave a lot of talks about achieving goals, which helped me realize just how important inner strength is," says Susie, 28, ...
travel q&a
Sep 01, 2008; ... Q What should I do if I lose my passport while traveling? A Report it at the nearest U.S. Embassy or consulate immediately, then notify the local police, says Marybeth Bond, creator of the Web site gutsytraveler.com. You won't be stranded-officials will help you get an emergency ...
THE BEST HOTEL GYMS
Sep 01, 2008; ... What makes good accommodations even better? Health clubs like these! * ATLANTIC CITY The Water Club's fitness center The cardio and weight-training room on the 32nd floor of this new hotel has 42-foot-high windows that offer guests uninterrupted views of the Atlantic ...
3 eco-friendly rides
Sep 01, 2008; ... SHAPE TESTED Drive one of these new cars on your getaways this summer and you'll save cash on gas while minimizing your impact on the environment. -M.S. * Subcompact The 2008 Toyota Yaris Liftback (starting at $11,350; foyofa.com for dealers) is perfect for navigating ...
WHAT'S STOPPING YOU FROM LETTING GO?
Sep 01, 2008; ... * Fear of change "Some people keep useless items around because getting rid of them means losing something familiar, and that's uncomfortable," says TLC's Peter Walsh. Rethink it Look at the de-cluttering process as weeding out the things that keep you stuck in the past. Editing your ...
make over your closet... and your life
Sep 01, 2008; ... You do have something to wear-you just can't find it! Use our get-organized tips to regain your wardrobei sanity. Does throwing open the doors to your closet every I morning inspire excitement or dread? "Women don't realize that your state of mind is often linked to the state of your ...
from supermodel to role model
Sep 01, 2008; ... Amber Valletta-model, actress, mother-is no size 2 cover girl. She's healthy, strong, and making a difference in the world. The word "supermodel" conjures up all sorts of stereotypes: rail-thin body, over-the-top fashion statements, unapproachable demeanor. Amber Valletta, who has ...
BIG HAIR IS BACK!
Sep 01, 2008; ... And we don't mean eighties prom hair. This time around, the look is less puffy and more polished. But it still involves that notoriously tough-on-tresses technique; teasing. To do it with minimal damage, Eliut Rivera, a New York City salon ...
saving the world one ocean at a time
Sep 01, 2008; ... It was a friend's health scare that prompted Amber Valletta to become an environmental advocate. BY CLAIRE CONNORS The Santa Monica Seafood market is bustling with customers and fishmongers. The store cases are filled with everything from gorgeous fillets of wild salmon and Maine ...
flirty eyes in seconds
Sep 01, 2008; ... It's never been easier to score full, sexy lashes, the likes of which were seen all over fall runways. The key? It's all in the wand! The light-refractive pigments you sweep on with Genie TLC Mascara's paint brush-style bristles ($20; geniebeauty.com) give lashes extra vibrancy so your eyes ...
GO ONLINE TO GET GORGEOUS
Sep 01, 2008; ... Today's beauty Web sites feature more than just stuff to buy. * If you want to change your hairstyle: Upload your photo and "try on" celebrity and trendy cuts at hairmixer.com; print the results and bring them to your stylist for inspiration. * If you need a second opinion before ...
SKIN TREATS YOU'LL LOVE
Sep 01, 2008; ... The newest skincare formulas incorporate many of the same healthy nutrients (think antioxidants and essential fatty acids) you've been eating for years. Why? "When applied topically, they help shield you from free radical damage and improve skin texture," says Steven Pratt, M.D., author of ...
the year's best beauty products
Sep 01, 2008; ... Here's what Shape editors, beauty pros, and almost 5,000 readers say are tops in makeup, skin, and hair care now. by Sally Wadyka 1 Facial Cleansers St. Ives Protective Cleanser ($7; at drugstores) Morning multitasking has never been easier. When you wash off this extra-creamy ...
the white shirt
Sep 01, 2008; ... trend report THE BUTTON-DOWN GETS NEW LIFE WITH THE RIGHT FIT AND PAIRINGS. A far cry from the boxy version you might find in your boyfriend's closet, the classic shirt has been recast with a more feminine, slimmer shape. The look is polished ...
eye-catching accessory
Sep 01, 2008; ... EDITORS' PICK You'll never lose your glasses again with the La Loop le Collier acetate chain (from $360; 877-505-1500 for stores). No ordinary necklace, it features two larger links that have been fitted with lenses in ...
CALVIN KLEIN GETS PHYSICAL
Sep 01, 2008; ... fashion news No need to relax your style standards during your workouts. Calvin Klein Performance, a line of activewear geared toward yoga, running, tennis, and biking, fits to flatter. Made with high-tech fabrics that keep you ...
the season's it bags
Sep 01, 2008; ... shape shops Get carried away with autumn's most irresistible arm candy. Snakeskin Makes any look luxe R&Y Augousti Jennifer python ($1,870; barneys.com for stores) Basic black Goes to work or on the town Rebecca ...
big-impact purchases
Sep 01, 2008; ... Style director Jacqui Stafford on rocking the new jewelry trends and shopping resale. Q I keep hearing about all the bargains at online consignment shops. How can I score the best deals? A These virtual resale stores are a mecca for great designer finds, especially belts, ...
MUSIC FOR THE HEART
Sep 01, 2008; ... Setting your radio to the smooth jazz station may do your ticker some good. A new study from Italy's University of Florence found that people who listened to mellow tunes while breathing slowly (inhaling for a count of one, exhaling for two) for half an hour every day ...
what's really causing your upset stomach
Sep 01, 2008; ... For most people, whole grains are a source of fiber and nutrients. But if you're one of the 3 million Americans with celiac disease-an intolerance to gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye-they can also make you sick. "Only 5 percent of sufferers know they have it," says Peter H.R ....
LIFESAVING SHORTCUT
Sep 01, 2008; ... WHAT WOULD YOU DO IF SOMEONE NEXT TO YOU COLLAPSED? "Call an ambulance" seems like the best answer, but it's only the first step. A review in Circulation shows that even rudimentary cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)-doing chest compressions but no mouth-to-mouth-can save an adult's life. You ...
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Sep 01, 2008; ... The percentage of pregnancies that are unplanned, found a new survey of nearly 2,000 women About half of pill and condom users miss a pill or go without protection at least once every ...
always treat a sinus infection with antibiotics
Sep 01, 2008; ... myth of the month A CLOGGED NOSE AND PUFFY EYES ARE ENOUGH to make any woman ask for a quick fix. "But antibiotics are useless for most sinus infections," says Melissa Pynnonen, M.D., an assistant professor of otolaryngology at the University of Michigan. 'These illnesses are usually ...
STOP A SILENT KILLER
Sep 01, 2008; ... EVERY YEAR, OVARIAN CANCER TAKES THE LIVES OF 15,000 WOMEN. Because there aren't any telltale symptoms, most cases aren't detected until they're at an advanced stage, making prevention all the more essential. Here, three things you can do to reduce your risk. 1 GET YOUR GREENS A ...
look great while doing good
Sep 01, 2008; ... Consider this your excuse to splurge on new makeup: Purchase any lip color in the L'Oréal Paris Color of Hope collection and $2 will go to the Ovarian Cancer Research Fund. Or ...
ask the expert
Sep 01, 2008; ... Q I get yeast infections every few months. Could I be catching them from my husband during sex? A The scenario is possible, though highly unlikely. Yeast grows in warm, moist environments, like the vagina, so there's little opportunity for the fungus to grow on men's bodies. What's more, ...
the benefits of being a guinea pig
Sep 01, 2008; ... You're always reading about the results of clinical trials, but can you sign up for one? Participating in a trial can provide you with the newest treatments and drugs for everything from allergies to cancer; in some cases, you get paid too. "These studies gather data on the safety or ...
THE HIDDEN HEALTH PERK OF HIGH HEELS
Sep 01, 2008; ... STILETTOS CAN IMPROVE YOUR SEX LIFE, BUT NOT FOR THE REASON YOU THINK. A study in European Urology found that doing Kegels-pelvic floor exercises-is most effective when your hips are at a 15-degree angle, the equivalent of wearing 3-inch heels. Strong pelvic muscles boost your arousal ...
the health risk most women ignore
Sep 01, 2008; ... Sticks and stones may break your bones, but so will a lack of information. Here, six surprising truths about osteoporosis. BY KAREN ASP WENDY MIKOLA HAS A LIFESTYLE ANY PHYSICIAN WOULD PRAISE. The 36-year-old accountant from Ohio exercises regularly, doesn't smoke, and fills her plate ...
NIX YOUR 3 WORST HABITS
Sep 01, 2008; ... When you think back on your workday, that second slice of birthday cake you ate probably stands out as your most glaring dietary slip-up. "But it's the little mistakes in your routine that pack on the most pounds," says Atlanta nutritionist Marisa Moore, R.D. See which behaviors may be thwarting ...
A PROVEN WAY TO SLOW AGING
Sep 01, 2008; ... Push yourself now and you'll be able to stay active into your golden years, say researchers at the University of Toronto. They found that elderly men and women who did high-intensity workouts during middle age ...
THIS MONTH'S GOAL beat office bulge
Sep 01, 2008; ... More than 70 percent of women say their job undermines their healthy eating goals. Minimize your bottom line with these tips. BY WINNIE YU SCHERER buddy up TO SLIM DOWN You know how projects get finished faster when you work as a team? Well, the same principle applies to your ...
MOVE IT TILL YOU LOSE IT
Sep 01, 2008; ... POUND FOR POUND, EXERCISE REALLY COUNTS If you can out-spin all your friends in cycling class but are still carrying a few extra pounds, you may want to step up your weight-loss efforts. Active overweight women have a 54 percent higher chance of developing coronary disease than their ...
shake off 150+ calories
Sep 01, 2008; ... dvd of the month Give your walking shoes the day off and try Dance Off the Inches: Fat Burning Belly Dance ($9; amazon.com). The DVD includes three 10-minute Middle Eastern-inspired routines (do just one or two when you're in a hurry), a 20-minute tutorial that teaches you the basics, ...
GET MORE BANG FROM THIS BIKE
Sep 01, 2008; ... we saw it first Take a ride on a cross between a rowing machine and a recumbent bike and you'll burn 50 percent more calories than you would on an ordinary two-wheeler. To propel the Rowbike (from $775; rowbike .com), you push against both foot pedals while pulling the handlebars back ...
THE BEST SOCKS FOR ANY WORKOUT
Sep 01, 2008; ... shape shops No matter the activity, there's a sock that works (almost) as hard as you do. * FOR THE CARDIO CLASS DIVA When you're cutting up the studio floor, New Balance NBx Cocona Lo-Cut socks ($12; notveoexpress.com) will keep your feet dry The fabric (made from ...
17 The percentage of women age 12 to 19 who are overweight
Sep 01, 2008; ... That's triple the rate 30 years ago, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Help ...
READ YOUR WAY SLIMMER
Sep 01, 2008; ... editors' pick Whatever your health club-related question, The Gym Survival Guide ($13; bamesandnoble.com) will answer it. Authors Gregg Cook (a certified personal trainer) and Fatima d'Almeida-Cook share countless tips for finding a gym, looking like a pro, and staying motivated. Our ...
give back while you get fit
Sep 01, 2008; ... Support a charity this fall by walking, biking, or running in one of these events. NATIONWIDE HERSHEY'S TOUR DE PINK (October 6; hersheys.com/ pledge) Support the Young Survival Coalition on this virtual bike ride (you accumulate miles on your own and log them online). Cyclists must ...
pregnant? add this to your must-do list
Sep 01, 2008; ... Regular moderate-intensity workouts can help reduce many pregnancy-related problems, including backaches and bloating. If that's not enough to get you moving, consider this: Exercising while you're pregnant not only improves your health, it makes your baby healthier too. Researchers at the ...
"MY ON- AND OFF-COURT ESSENTIALS"
Sep 01, 2008; ... can't live without it! Elena Dementieva, 27, is ranked seventh in the world by the Sony Ericsson Women's Tennis Association Tour. This month she'll test her strength at the U.S. Open. Whether at home in Russia or traveling, Dementieva counts on these essentials. * Hamilton ...
3 myths about cardio machines
Sep 01, 2008; ... MYTH The fat-burning program is your best pick for getting lean. REALITY "To drop pounds, you need to burn as many calories as you can by increasing the intensity of your workout," says Michael Bracko, a sports physiologist in Calgary, Canada. "The hill climb or random setting can be ...
JOBS THAT HELP YOU STAY FIT
Sep 01, 2008; ... Punch in at these companies and you'll receive fitness perks on the clock. Or steal an idea for your workplace. * NIKE (Beaverton, Oregon) Employees get free time to hit the courts, fields, fitness center, or outdoor track on this 175-acre campus. Steal the idea Ask your ...
THE ALLOVER TONER
Sep 01, 2008; ... at-home move of the month weighted burpee Works legs, butt, chest, shoulders, and core Tight on time? Drop and give us 10 of this double-duty move. The burpee is a classic calisthenics exercise that strengthens all your major muscles and raises your heart rate. When you ...
COMING NEXT MONTH... PILATES FOR PINK
Sep 01, 2008; ... SHAPE pilates for pink Every October Shape goes to the mat to support the Breast Cancer Research Foundation (BCRF). Last year our Pilates for Pink festival and classes raised more than $170,000. To get involved and help us top that number: * MEET US AT THE PARK On September 28, ...
GOLD-MEDAL TONING MOVES
Sep 01, 2008; ... "I'm on the road 27 days a month, so I had to come up with ways to stay in shape outside of the gym," says softball player Jessica Mendoza, 27. To keep your routine on track when you travel, perform 3 sets of each move; do 25 jumping jacks between sets. -M.S. Catch Mendoza in ...
stretch your way stronger
Sep 01, 2008; ... A top yoga instructor shows you how to take your poses out of the studio and put them to work during your strength routine. WHAT DO YOU DO BETWEEN SETS WHEN you're strength-training? Sure, you could watch TV or daydream about your vacation-or you could try this new strategy, which will ...
A FASTER WAY TO GET SCULPTED
Sep 01, 2008; ... Both resistance bands and free weights will make you stronger, but use them together and you can double your results, say researchers at Ithaca College. Athletes who did squats and chest presses with a resistance band attached to a barbell increased their upper- and lower-body strength twice as ...
a proven thigh slimmer
Sep 01, 2008; ... Tackle stubborn leg fat with cardio and a more effective toner. BY JANET LEE The payoff Many of us have been "blessed" by Mother Nature with a little extra fat around our inner thighs. While regular cardio will help you melt the flab, sculptors like leg lifts will speed up the ...
"I lost 65 pounds!"
Sep 01, 2008; ... Once this reader discovered she could change her whole life with just a few daily tweaks, she started seeing big results. BY KRISTEN MAXWELL Nicole Holes New York Age 30 Height 5'7'' Pounds lost 65 At this weight 3 years Nicole's ...
"getting my energy back"
Sep 01, 2008; ... The real reason this mom was exhausted had nothing to do with her five kids-and everything to do with her extra weight. BY KELLY MARAGES Lisa's challenge Lisa was slim her whole life, so she never worried about exercise-even after having five children. Over the years, though, her ...
THE SPECIAL CHALLENGE(TM): 10 WAYS TO BE A KNOCKOUT IN NO TIME
Sep 01, 2008; ... 1 VISUALIZE YOUR VICTORY When it comes to staying motivated on a diet, seeing is believing. Find a favorite picture of yourself or a look you like in a magazine and hang it on your fridge to help you to stay on track. 2 PUT A COACH IN YOUR CORNER No one knows the finer ...