Shape October 2013

October 1 A healthy vacation in Sin City? It’s possible (and fun) at The Westin Lake Las Vegas Resort & Spa: One lucky reader and a guest will enjoy a three-night stay at the resort (a $1,500 value). The active getaway includes standup paddleboarding and yoga classes, kayak and Elliptigo rentals, a massage at Spa Moulay, and a dinner at any of the property’s restaurants. October 7 Two winners will sweat in style in a Lolë cardigan and capri pants (a $175 value). Both are made out of a moisture-wicking fabric that stretches in four directions for a flattering, comfortable fit. October 8 Be one of 50 winners to dance your way slim with the new Ballet Beautiful: Cardio Fat Burn DVD (a $15 value). Mary Helen Bowers—who has trained…

THE PHONE RINGS AND THE ONLY SOUND ON THE other end of the line is heavy breathing. Prank caller? Actually, it’s our cover girl, Kelly Rowland, and the reason she’s so winded is that she’s in the middle of a daily workout with her trainer, Jeanette Jenkins. “I’m sitting here doing leg lifts as we speak,” gasps Kelly, 32. “I forgot about the interview, but I wasn’t about to miss my session with JJ!” m ultitasking is nothing new to Kelly. The singer/songwriter, actress, and dancer—whose latest album, Talk a Good Game, is available now—has been honing her many talents since she was a child, appearing in a Houston-based singing and dancing group alongside another up-and-comer named Beyoncé Knowles. The two went on to form Destiny’s Child, the second bestselling…

Go ahead, take one more inspiring look at Kelly Rowland’s flat belly, cut arms, and sculpted shoulders. Now go get them yourself with this plan created by her longtime trainer, Jeanette Jenkins. The moves—from the duo’s new DVD, Sexy Abs Cardio Sculpt—challenge your entire body but pay extra attention to the upper half. Do Kelly’s workout three times a week, and soon all eyes will be on your awesome abs and arms. THE PLAN HOW IT WORKS Do 1 set of each move; repeat the entire circuit twice more. Perform jumping jacks for 30 seconds between exercises to up the burn. YOU’LL NEED A pair of 3-to 5-pound weights. 1. PLIÉ PRESS Works butt, legs, arms, and shoulders Stand with feet wide, toes turned out. Hold a weight in each…

ROCK ON! I need only three words to describe Kelly Rowland: sweet, smart, and smoking! Honestly, this superstar—she recently released her fourth solo album, Talk a Good Game, and is now appearing as a judge on The X Factor—couldn’t have been friendlier or more fired up for her photo shoot. And after a very long day, she was still as energetic and excited as can be (I’m pretty sure she never stopped smiling either). Trust me, that’s saying something, because the workout we photographed her doing (see page 26) isn’t easy. But effective? Well, you be the judge. I know I couldn’t take my eyes off her amazing abs and sexy shoulders. While it’s obvious that Kelly works out diligently with her longtime trainer, Jeanette Jenkins, to stay so ripped,…

Carol Johnson Carol Johnson, a Stiletto Strength instructor at Crunch gym, used podiatrist-approved moves from the class to create the workout in “Pump It Up!” (page 42). “I love rocking a great pair of heels,” says the NYC-based trainer. “So we came up with a fun and unique routine—inspired by both dancers and physical therapists—that not only sculpts a hot body, but helps you walk with grace and style, even in 4-inch pumps.” Johnson’s personal route to sculpted: dance and yoga. Bethany Kandel Bethany Kandel, author of “Breast Cancer: A Family Affair” (page 134), was diagnosed with breast cancer at 50, despite having no family history. “It was random, but I was lucky to catch it early with an ultrasound,” says Kandel, who lives in NYC. The six-year survivor spreads…

FITNESS Jillian Michaels Exercise and health expert; author, Unlimited: How to Build an Exceptional Life; creator, Jillian Michaels Body Revolution Cedric X. Bryant, Ph.D. Chief science officer, American Council on Exercise Edward R. Laskowski, M.D. Codirector, Mayo Clinic Sports Medicine Center, Rochester, MN; professor of physical medicine and rehabilitation, College of Medicine, Mayo Clinic Wayne L. Westcott, Ph.D. Instructor of exercise science, Quincy College; author of 24 books on strength training Carol L. Otis, M.D. Consultant in women’s sports medicine and for the WTA Tour; coauthor, The Athletic Woman’s Survival Guide; founder, sportsdoctor.com HEALTH Susan J. Blumenthal, M.D. Director, health and medicine program, Center for the Study of the Presidency and Congress; clinical professor, Georgetown and Tufts Schools of Medicine; former U.S. assistant surgeon general; director, 4globalhealth.org Alice D. Domar,…