Inhoudsopgave van November 2019 - Shape

DIY SHINE FOR YOUR HAIR Check out shape.com/keratintreatments for our roundup of amazing at-home products to give you glossy locks so you can skip the salon trip. DO THIS WEIGHT-MACHINE CIRCUIT Which ones are worth your reps? We’ll give you all the right moves at shape.com/gymmachines. DECODE YOUR GYM LOOK See the motivating stories of the female activewear entrepreneurs behind your favorite spandex. Get inspired at shape.com/activewearbosses. On model: Celestine the Tie-Dye sports bra ($78) and Takara leggings ($109, carbon38.com). GET UP CLOSE WITH GWEN We did, and it was fabulous.Go behind the scenes of our cover shoot with pop icon Gwen Stefani at shape.com/gwen. On Stefani: Emporio Armani dress ($3,595, armani.com). HIGH PROTEIN, HOLD THE MEAT That’s not a burger on that bun, but it’s packed with just as…

Even if you’re just dipping your toe into antiaging skin care, you’ve probably heard of alpha hydroxy acids, or AHAs. These chemical exfoliants (the most familiar are glycolic acid and lactic acid) have been used for decades to slough away dead cells, improve skin texture and pigmentation, and even potentially promote collagen production. But they’re not for everyone. AHAs can cause irritation in those with sensitive skin and can make you more reactive to the sun, and overuse or high concentrations can lead to hyperpigmentation in dark skin colors, says Shape Brain Trust member David E. Bank, M.D., a dermatologist in New York. Enter polyhydroxy acids (PHAs). These acids (the most common ones are gluconolactone, galactose, and lactobionic) are gentle and safe for all skin tones and don’t cause…

There are two types of pain, says David Schechter, M.D., the author of Think Away Your Pain. There are the acute and subacute kinds: You sprain your ankle, you treat it with pain meds or physical therapy, and it goes away within a few months. Then there’s the type that persists. “Functional MRIs show that chronic pain originates in a different area of the brain from acute pain,” Dr. Schechter says. It activates the amygdala and prefrontal cortex, two areas involved with emotional processing. “It’s real pain,” he says, but medication and physical therapy can’t completely cure it. “You have to heal the altered pathways in the brain too.” Here are the best science-backed ways to do that. Believe It The first step is realizing that your pain is…

Be the Change She Sees “Your habits will dictate the habits your kids form. Set an example by moving often, and make sure they see you doing it. Also, inviting your kids to work out with you once in a while is a great bonding experience, and it can motivate them to exercise on their own. Better yet, once you commit to displaying good habits and a positive self-image—whether it comes naturally or not, whether you believe it or not—that will start to reshape your thought process and frame of mind as well.” Throw All the Sport-ivities at the Wall “Encourage your kids to try all sorts of activities because they might be surprised by what they fall in love with. If your daughter isn’t into tennis, move on.…

The number of adults who’ve taken a road trip in the past year has jumped 64 percent since 2015, according to a survey by MMGY Global, a travel and tourism marketing agency. “Road trips offer a unique opportunity for exploration,” says Chris Davidson, MMGY’s executive vice president of insights and strategy. There are endless chances to pull off the road and find an amazing restaurant, an intriguing roadside shop, or a scenic hiking trail. Novel experiences like these can trigger the brain to release dopamine, a neurotransmitter that encourages us to seek rewards. That brings a sense of adventure. Of course, you’ll want to end up in a spectacular spot, so we found five outstanding properties across the country that give you the perfect excuse to hit the road.…

TECH IN REAL LIFE Technology has surely changed the way we get—and stay—well. But the sheer scope and evolving nature of it can be dizzying. As we sort through all the health and wellness technology that comes across our desks and screens here at Shape, our responses are constantly vacillating between “That’s AMAZING,” and “Too much work, not enough payoff.” It’s that gap between tech and real life that prompted us to introduce our first-ever Shape Tech Awards, starting on page 17, to help you weed through the densely cluttered market. Our mission was to hunt down the stuff we would actually use ourselves. Because to me, it’s not simply the wow factor of technological innovations that’s so thrilling, but the way they propel and support our real daily…

Keeps for 6 Weeks TRY LASH EXTENSIONS Longer and fuller eyelashes make a surprisingly profound difference in your look. “Extensions can lift and open your eyes so well that many clients skip eye makeup altogether,” says celeb lash expert Clementina Richardson. (Price ranges from $100 to $500.) You’ll need to keep your eyes closed throughout the one- to two-hour process. “We carefully apply individual lashes to your natural lashes with semipermanent glue, customizing them to your particular eye shape,” Richardson says. Afterward, avoid wetting lashes for 48 hours, and steer clear of oil-based products, which loosen the glue. Do apply a lash conditioner nightly to keep them strong. Gorgeous for 6 Months GET SEMIPERMANENT WAVES OR VOLUME The word perm brings to mind scary images of tight ’80s curls, but…

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THIS STRENGTHENER WILL HELP YOU GET EVEN Some of the daily kinks we experience result from muscle imbalances in the body, and Rosante is a pro at showing you how to work them out of your system. “Most people I see typically lack unilateral strength—one leg and glute are stronger than the others—and they tend to have an overdeveloped anterior torso and a weak upper back,” he says. Rosante’s move sounds a little like medicine, but it’s music to your sore shoulders and aching back: an iso-hold Bulgarian split squat. You’ll do a T raise—but with no dumbbells. “Squeeze your shoulder blades together as if you’re trying to crack a walnut between them,” Rosante says. “This will strengthen the muscles in your upper back and pull the shoulder into…

CULPRIT: Uterine Fibroids Pelvic pain with heavy or irregular bleeding can sometimes be caused by uterine fibroids, benign growths on the wall of the uterus that affect up to 70 percent of women. Spending more than an hour a day outside may decrease the risk of fibroids by 40 percent, possibly because of the vitamin D, research shows. But severe symptoms may call for procedures like a uterine artery embolization, which cuts off blood flow to the fibroids to shrink them. CULPRIT: Endometriosis If you have cramps all month and pain during sex, you may have endometriosis, says Pari Ghodsi, M.D., an ob-gyn in Los Angeles. The condition occurs when the tissue that lines the uterus is growing outside of it. Milder symptoms are usually resolved with a hormonal contraceptive,…

“It’s a joyful food. Cake feeds your soul,” says Odette Williams, the author of Simple Cake. “Baking is like meditation. And you feel great because you created something.” Cake can also be healthy. Williams made the delicious treats here with ingredients like yogurt, olive oil, and spelt flour, and she kept sugar to a minimum without affecting the flavor. They’re easy too: You can enjoy them plain or mix and match the toppings. The cakes are perfect for the holidays, but “you don’t have to have a special occasion,” Williams says. “They can be an everyday treat.” (Continued on page 70) Cinnamon Spice Cake START TO FINISH: 1 hour 10 minutes Unsalted butter, for pan2¼ cups organic whole-grain spelt flour1½ teaspoons baking powder½ teaspoon baking soda½ teaspoon salt1 teaspoon ground cinnamon½…

Social media is full of postfacial glows, but you may have noticed a different type of “after” in your feed recently. More carnage than complexion, the images reveal faces after aggressive dermatologic procedures, the most popular being laser resurfacing, chemical peels, and medical microneedling. The initial results include redness, swelling, oozing, peeling, flaking, bruising, and scabbing. But then come the 10-day post-treatment photos. By the three-month mark, snaps show that brown splotches, pores, and fine lines have disappeared, and skin looks tighter, brighter, and smoother. Acne scars are barely visible or even erased. Docs say the resurgence of these treatments is attributable to improvements in technology and their usage of it and more patients sharing the good, bad, and ugly on social media. “People are more open to and less…

Regeneration techniques are finally getting the attention they deserve thanks to emerging science, says Dana McCaw, a creator of the new Best Stretch Ever class at Equinox gyms. Regeneration takes many forms, from active (stretching, foam rolling, yoga, myofascial release) to passive (compression boots, infrared saunas, massage, cold dunks). “All these enhance blood flow, which delivers more oxygen to speed the recovery of muscles and other soft tissues,” says Shape Brain Trust member Michele Olson, Ph.D., an exercise scientist at Huntingdon College in Alabama. “Such recovery also increases our natural level of pain relievers, the beta-endorphins.” Bottom line: Give your body the recovery it needs, and you’ll work out harder and smarter. Q: What’s the Best Postworkout Recovery Move You Can Make? A scientific review by the American College of…

Pan Roast With Butter and Herbs “The butter browns and foams in the pan, giving it a nutty note that complements mushrooms’ woodsy and earthy flavor,” says Aksel Theilkuhl, the chef at the DeBruce in Livingston Manor, New York. His recipe: Heat a medium skillet over high heat. Melt 2 tablespoons unsalted butter until it just begins to brown. Add 1 cup mushrooms (in 1-inch pieces, stems trimmed), and cook, tossing once or twice until golden, about 4 minutes. Reduce heat to medium, and add 1 tablespoon minced shallot and 1 minced garlic clove. Cook, stirring, until garlic and shallot are fragrant and light golden, about 2 minutes. Remove skillet from heat, and stir in 1 teaspoon chopped chives, 1 teaspoon chopped fresh parsley, 1 teaspoon chopped fresh tarragon, and…

Mornings are hard. But taking a few minutes to make and eat a healthy breakfast is well worth the effort, even on the busiest days. “Breakfast sets you up for success,” says Dawn Jackson Blatner, R.D.N., a Shape Brain Trust member and the author of The Superfood Swap. “It fuels your brain and your body.” Breakfast helps build muscle, curbs your appetite, and keeps you from eating more calories all day, research shows. It also helps your heart stay healthy. Follow these simple rules for the best possible breakfast. CRANK UP THE PROTEIN “Our dinners tend to be more protein heavy than our breakfasts. But really, it should be the opposite,” Blatner says. Protein is important because it takes longer to digest than carbohydrates do, so it helps keep you…

“MY MIND LOVES THE MATHEMATICS OF CLIMBING. MY BODY LOVES THE ACTIVITY.”—BRETTE HARRINGTON, 27, ARC’TERYX ATHLETE, LAKE TAHOE, CALIFORNIA A typical climb for me lasts one to two days. One of my favorites is the West Face of the Devil’s Paw in Alaska, a route I trail-blazed with a friend. It took 26 hours round-trip with a high grade of technical rock climbing. The descent was an adventure in itself, rappelling the steep 3,280-foot face at night. Keep calm, and climb on I enjoy the challenges of each ascent, and on the tricky parts, I have learned to move slowly and breathe deeply, which slows my heart rate and lets me assess difficulties with a steady head. Powering up I do yoga and strengthen my core with Pilates because it…