First for Women

First for Women is a women's interest magazine that gives its readers the tools and inspiration they need to feel great, look beautiful and love every dimension of their life. Published every three weeks, First delivers positive information on everything from health and nutrition, to beauty and fitness, to home and family.

Readers, you’ll be thrilled!

SIMPLE JOYS! • Kick off your week with a little love, laughter and fun

10 BRILLIANT USES FOR PENNIES • Savvy ways spare change saves the day

SIMPLE YOU SOLUTIONS

Luxe in Lemon • 4 flattering ways to wear the chic shade or pretty pattern

VIRAL BEAUTY PRODUCTS FOR SUMMER GORGEOUS • Beloved buys that rejuvenate women over 40—no matter the temperature!

PRO TIPS

EVERYDAY VEGGIES MADE BETTER • Put fresh produce at the center of the table with these creative plant-based meals

SIMPLE WELLNESS SOLUTIONS

6 TASTY WAYS TO SLEEP LIKE A BABY • Drift into dreamland with these nutrient-rich picks

PRO TIPS

YOGURT for the Weight-Loss Win! • NEWS! This creamy snack helps melt away up to 8 belly inches and reduces your diabetes risk. Mary Jo ate it every day to lose 105 pounds!

“I reduced my diabetes risk!”

Indulge Your Way to 100% Healthy • Pamper-you ways to erase hot-weather bothers!

PRO TIPS

“I feel like I have myself back!” • Anxiety overwhelmed Jill Whitelaw. Then she found a simple technique that eased her anguish & helped her cut back on anti-anxiety medication

The science behind the story: How breath work brings on calm

Try this too: A DIY massage eases stress

HOW’S YOUR CARDIO HEALTH?

SIMPLE HEALTH SOLUTIONS

HEALTHY HACKS, Indulgences & GIVING YOURSELF GRACE • Grammy-winning singer and country music icon CARRIE UNDERWOOD

Celebrate the Past & Present • DURING CARRIE’S LAS VEGAS RESIDENCY, REFLECTION

CARRIE’S SECRET TO THOSE INCREDIBLE LEGS!

6 FORMER OLYMPIANS SHARE THEIR GREATEST Life Lessons! • “Faster, Higher, Stronger—Together.” Here, inspiring insights from female athletes who exemplify the Olympic motto in all arenas of life

3 TRUE & UPLIFTING TALES

Like a cheat sheet to the good life First for women

IN FOCUS GREEN GRAPES • Pick up a bunch of this juicy fruit when it’s at its sweetest

What’s for Dinner? • Simple and satisfying dishes to get you through the week

Beat the Heat SUPPERS • Stay cool on steamy summer nights with our easy meals that are done on the grill, or start with precooked mains

Sweet Treats • Deliciously easy indulgences guaranteed to please

Shopping List

SIMPLE FOOD SOLUTIONS

S’MORES NIGHT! • Enjoy the ultimate summer treat in a beautiful backyard setting

Lovely Lily Bunch • Add fresh-picked flair to any surface with a gorgeous garden bouquet

SIMPLE HOME SOLUTIONS

Make Your House the Talk of the Block • Simple tweaks to boost your home’s curb appeal for less

SIMPLE PET SOLUTIONS

KARIN SLAUGHTER’S This Is Why We Lied • Known for her chilling crime thrillers, bestselling author Karin Slaughter has sold more than 40 million books and counting! Her forthcoming novel, This Is Why We Lied, packs all her signature twists and sometimes-disturbing turns. Here, we have an exclusive preview just for FIRST readers. Pick up the next issue of FIRST (on sale August 16) for part two of this riveting read!

BE CHARMED BY CHICAGO! • A BUSTLING MIDWESTERN GEM

GAMES

Horoscope • AUGUST 11 THROUGH AUGUST 24

Handy Answers

SOLUTIONS • Games pages 92–94

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