Women's Health

Women's Health readers strive to better their whole lives. And that's exactly why Women's Health reports on all the topics that interest them. In every issue you'll find topics on success strategies, nutrition, weight loss, health, fitness, special reports, sex & relationship, beauty breakthroughs, and style & fashion.

Liz’S LETTER

Tell us about your best workout buddy…

“Time to HIIT it!”

IT’S GOOD TO BE YOU

Rebecca Haarlow • The sportscaster and former college track star on staying game-day ready—on and off the basketball court

Sweaty Sidekicks • Slam-dunk products that Haarlow is currently crushing on…

Whip, Whip, Hooray • Battle ropes earned their badge-of-honor name for a reason: They’re your one-and-done hot-body weapon. In fact, working out with them for eight weeks improved athletes’ aerobic fitness and upper- and lower-body power more than sprints did, according to a recent study. But if all you know is the standard wave, pictured here, turn the page to expand your arsenal.

Learn the Ropes • Nothing will make you look—and feel—more badass than straight-up owning a tool that can be a bit baffling. So we tapped Janeil Mason, an instructor at NYC’s cold-workout studio Brrrn, for some überfresh, show-off drills. Grab a rope, loop it around a stable anchor, and get to work!

Put Your Best Foot Forward • Gone are the days of white no-show socks. Choose a pair with personality to one-up your workout ensemble, the trendy way. Step to it!

Abs Without the Agony • Hardcore moves get the glory for building a, well, hard core. But this toned-down version of the challenging V-up (which looks exactly like it sounds) boosts strength and definition in all the right places. Rule the toe touch:

Cheers to Better Bottles • The only thing we heart more than wine is wine that’s held to the same standards we like to hold our food to: clean, and good for the Earth. With more winemakers going natural (and more places stocking their babies!), healthier sips are only a few twists away. Look for these buzz terms:

Superior Soup • Get a spoonful of this: Eating a bowl of soup rich in umami—or savory flavor—before a meal can help you make healthier choices, a recent study found. That means you won’t consume unnecessary calories. No time to simmer your own broth? Boost a store bought box with these nutrish seasonings.

More Than Meats the Eye

Go With the Pro • While hailed as a superhero supplement, probiotics are not a one-size-fits-all pill. That’s because there are many strains of bottled-up bacteria, all with different doses of magical microorganisms, called colony forming units (CFUs). Not sure where to begin? Don’t bug out! A primer for any situation:

Read Between the Period

Worth the Shot

HOW I LOST WEIGHT • YOU CAN LOSE THAT EXTRA WEIGHT WITH THE “FULLNESS MESSAGE”

Lace Up, Lighten Up

BRING ZEN WITH YOU

A Strong Start for a Head Honcho

Clean Home, Clear Mind • You’ll never find a dedicated Zen zone (a yoga studio, a meditation center) covered in clutter or filth. (If you do, run!) That’s because what we see directly affects how we feel. Learn which habit will help your headspace, so you can namastay at home.

Lie about your age. And get away with it.

Your Skin Is Thirsty • Stretching, water…moisturizer? Yep! It’s a just-as-important step in your post-workout recovery plan. Here’s why.

The Après Gym Dryout

What We’re Sweating • #TEAMBEAUTY ON THE TOP-PERFORMING PRODUCTS YOU NEED FOR WORK, YOUR WORKOUT—AND EVERYTHING IN BETWEEN

Star Stems • ROSES ARE RED, VIOLETS ARE BLUE, HARNESS THE MAGIC OF FLOWERS AND YOU’LL HAVE HAIR THIS GREAT TOO.

“I will give my products time to actually work.”

Skylar...