Shape October 2016

@Shape_Magazine @FitnessMagazine Join us live for the Shape Body Shop Our wild ly popular one-day fitness fest moves to New York City on October 22 . Get your tickets at shapebodyshop.com to work out with top trainers, try hot new classes, snack at our Eat Right Cafe, and shop the latest cute gear. Can’t make it? Follow along on Facebook Live for a behind-the-scenes peek and amazing routines from celebrity trainers such as Holly Rilinger and Adam Rosante. 2 Million Number of views on our no-bakeprotein-ball videos These insanely tasty energy bites can be the perfect healthy way to satisfy your sweet tooth or refuel postworkout. You’ll flip for flavors like red velvet, apple cinnamon, and banana Nutella. Check out the how-to videos at fitnessmagazine.com/nobakeproteinballs. SCAN TO SEE WHAT’S TRENDING!…

I love research. As the editor of a magazine that reaches over 2.5 million women each month, I rely on research for feedback so I can give Shape readers the information hey come to us for. At the same time, I never ignore my gut; a big part of my job involves instinct and observation. What I've observed since I took over Shape two years ago is that as passionate as our readers are about their workouts, they’re just as > excited about their beauty routines. These days, exercise and beauty—the treatments, rituals, and products—are more intertwined than ever. Anecdotally speaking, waterproof mascara is as much a part of your average 10K as a bib number and a good )air of sneakers. When the folks in our research department shared…

Got a better-body goal? Overhauling multiple habits at once brings you faster results than taking baby steps, according to a new study in the journal Frontiers in Human Neuroscience. When researchers had people commit simultaneously to exercising rigorously, practicing mindfulness, limiting their alcohol intake, eating primarily whole foods, and sleeping at least eight hours per night, the participants experienced dramatic improvements after six weeks in everything from strength and flexibility to selfesteem and happiness. “The key was that each lifestyle change supported all the others,” says lead study author Michael Mrazek, Ph.D. “Exercising regularly makes it easier to sleep, sleeping well makes it easier to meditate, and being mindful makes it easier to choose healthy foods.” Whatever your aim, think 360 degrees and make those reinforcing changes all at once…

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149o The sipping point above which hot coffee or tea may boost your risk of esophageal cancer. Liquids at that temperature and higher can scorch this part of your GI system, which can promote tumors, experts say. (The International Agency for Research on Cancer just classified drinking very hot beverages as probably carcinogenic to humans.) Previous research shows that hot drinks are often served at 160 to 185 degrees, but most people prefer them at a safer temp of 140 degrees, says Kenneth R. Diller, a professor of biomedical engineering at the University of Texas at Austin, who has researched the optimal temperature for serving hot beverages. He suggests sipping slowly and even slurping to prevent yourself from drinking a scalding-hot brew. Relive the Taste of Summer It m ay…

At the first sign of fall, our thoughts turn to snag- snag-ging a hot new jacket, and this gorgeous Adidas by Stella McCartney style($350 a ($350, adidas.com) is too sporty-chic to resist. Its sleek techie fabric makes a statement, while the subtle camo color scheme feels almost like a neutral but better. Wear it logging crisp miles, then with your best jeans, tee, and sneaks combo for everything else. Trackers With an Attitude Why disguise your activity tracker when you can proudly bling it up? The designers at Public School have collaborated with Fitbit on cases for its Alta tracker that are ready for any arm party. The full collection will be released over the next few months, but you can preorder our pick, the Axis Accessory Band($295, fitbit.com), now.…