Table of contents for July / August 2016 in Shape

@Shape_Magazine @FitnessMagazine Get a SEXY BACK in 30 Days Check out Fitness magazine’s sleekand-sculpted back challenge at fitnessmagazine.com/backchallenge the entire month of July. Trainer Natalie Jill will show you how to carve all those rearview muscles— lats, traps, delts, and so on—that can make you look hot in halter tops. Plus, watch Jill’s Facebook Live sessions for toning tips and answers to your questions. SCAN TO SEE WHAT’S TRENDING! Download the free Love My Shape app and scan the page. MORE JILLIAN! MORE JOY! Join cover star Jillian Michaels and give your shape a shout-out as part of our campaign to spread body positivity in partnership with the Movemeant Foundation. Post on Instagram or Facebook using the hashtag #LoveMyShape, and follow us on Instagram @shape_magazine on June 28 to see…

So Brilliant The newest blush has a dash of 007 slickness: A built-in cushion that’s drenched in makeup dispenses a just-right dose of pigment but won’t ever spill in your bag. Pop open the Stila Aqua Glow Watercolor Blush ($26, stilacosmetics.com), press the spongy pad with your fingertips, and tap it onto the apples of your cheeks for a thin, even layer of color. THE COOL FACTOR Now you’ll never have a meltdown, even when the heat rises. To deal: Swipe the transparent Milk Makeup Cooling Water Stick ($24, milkmakeup.com) on your overheated, stressed skin for instant relief. It’s packed with hydrating glycerin and firming caffeine, yet it smooths on right over your makeup— and feels like nada. Skip the Chip Get the intense shine and endurance of a gel…

Scan for more beauty tips! There’s a big uptick in the beauty category known as bi-phase, and the latest products make getting aluminous looks as simple as whipping up salad dressing. just like oil and vinegar, the ingredients in these formulas have distinct densities, which make them separate and sit in layers. “Shake the bottle to mix the elements and you’ll activate them,” says Jim Hammer, a cosmetic chemist in Uxbridge, Massachusetts. The benefits of this active solution are especially enticing when it comes to foundations, lip colors, and eye shadows. The pigments are combined with oils and/or water to create a sheer yet vibrant color payoff. Your skin receives a hydrating boost as well, Hammer says. Follow the pro tips on the next page for how best to phase…

“Can stress really affect my skin?” —Karen, 36, New York City It really, really, really can. An extra-crazy day may have a small effect, but what causes the worst damage is what I call cultural stress, which is the constant stress you experience when you’re in traffic and late again or you’re answering 20 high-priority emails every morning. We don’t deal with this stress, and that’s deleterious. My research has found that when my patients are stressed, the hydration in their skin decreases, making their complexion duller, drier, and susceptible to irritation. So I created cards with positive insights on them—such as “Why have a bad day when you can have a good day?”—and had my patients read them twice a day. I saw that by doing something as simple…

SCAN TO SHOP! Download the free Love My Shape app and scan the page. When you’re having a down day, reach for your most luxurious skin cream. Research shows that it may be the TLC you need, since a negative mood can make you more sensitive to tactile rather than visual stimuli and more likely to crave pleasant textures. “That’s because we’re hardwired to associate a soft touch with a feeling of comfort and protection,” says Dan King, the author of a study on senses and buying behavior in the Journal of Consumer Research. In one of his experiments, participants in a negative state of mind said that applying a hand lotion made them feel better, even more so when the lotion was especially rich. Here, 18 exceptionally silky mood…

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SSo many people are catching air at gyms everywhere these days for good reason. Explosive jumping moves, a.k.a. plyometrics, burn calories to the tune of nine or more a minute—the equivalent of jogging. And they work to supersculpt muscles too. You can reap even more body benefits by doing your reps with a plyo box—a mini platform, typically made of wood, steel, or foam and available in heights from four to 42 inches, that you jump on or over. Research from the American Council on Exercise shows that you’ll burn an average of 15 calories per minute during a HIIT workout that includes the box. The spike in calorie burn probably comes from the added challenge of sticking your landing on a specific target, says Kenny Santucci, the creator of…

SCAN TO SHOP OUR WINNERS! Download the freeLove My Shape app and scan the page. Creamy The bold flavors and rich textures make these taste so luxe. Smári Key Lime Whole Milk Organic Icelandic Yogurt Every spoonful of this yogurt has a thick, silky texture, thanks to a special straining process that also concentrates the protein (there’s 13 grams of it per serving) and the calcium . Key lime and vanilla add a sweet, slightly tropical taste. So Delicious Dairy Free Cashewmilk Frozen Dessert in Chocolate Cookies N’ Cream Cookies folded into a creamy, chocolaty dessert—what could be better than that? The fact that this gluten-free vegan treat has only 180 calories per halfcup serving, that’s what. “It’s just plain delicious, even for a dairy lover like me,” one tester…

SCAN FOR MORE TIPS! Download the free Love My Shape app and scan the page. Make It: GRILLED SHRIMP TACOS Preheat a grill or a grill pan to medium high. Brush 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil on 1 ear shucked corn and the cut sides of 1∕2 pitted skin-on avocado and 1 halved Roma tomato; sprinkle with 1∕4 teaspoon salt. Thread 12 medium shrimp, peeled and deveined with tails removed, onto two 10-inch skewers and sprinkle with 1 teaspoon chili powder. Grill corn, turning occasionally, for 6 minutes; shrimp and tomato, turning once, about 4 minutes; and avocado until charred, about 2 minutes. Grill 4 corn tortillas until softened, about 1 minute. When cooled, chop tomato, cut corn kernels from cob, peel and dice avocado, and remove shrimp from skewers.…

Scan for more smart advice! SOURCE: American College of Sports Medicine Q: The fitter I get, the more I sweat. Why is that? “There are two main reasons. One is that as you improve your fitness, you tend to exercise more intensely, which can make you sweat more,” explains Mary Beth Brown, Ph.D., an assistant professor in the Department of Physical Therapy at Indiana University. “The other is that you get better at sweating the more you do it .” You’ll start perspiring earlier in your workout, and more of your sweat glands will be activated to help rid your body of excess heat. But keep in mind sweat isn’t the only measure of how hard you’re working—some workouts leave you less drenched simply because of the nature of the…

Being active with your family is the new normal, but Morgan Brechler, 25, of Phoenix takes the passion she feels for introducing her daughter, Hadlie, 4, to outdoor adventure to a much higher level. For these two, rock climbing is not just a sport; it’s a lifestyle. “Climbing teaches you so much about yourself,” says Morgan, the cofounder of the Born Wild Project, a film series about families and their connection to the outdoors. “I feel much stronger and more confident because of climbing, and I’ve watched Hadlie’s confidence grow too.” Be inspired. BABY STEPS Morgan, who began climbing several years ago, wanted to instill in Hadlie the same love and appreciation for nature that she has. The two often hiked in the mountains together, with Hadlie, as a baby,…

Warm Cheeks The infallible method for making a bronze flush look seamless in the sunlight is to layer a cream blush with a powder bronzer. The creamy formula sinks into your skin as your body heat rises, so the color seems as if it’s truly coming from within, while the bronzer sets the tint for a long-lasting finish. “I apply a nude rose hue all over the apple of the cheek with one side of a foundation brush,” Martin says. “Then I use the other side of the brush to dust the powder bronzer from the middle of the cheek straight back to the hairline.” Budge-proof Blue Eyes Most of us go more minimal when it comes to summer beauty, which is why—when the rest of your face is bare—a…

LOVE MY SHAPE To succeed at conquering a workout, giving a speech, or any other goal, picture it happening. For instance, imagine standing at the free throw line, feeling the rough surface of the basketball as it leaves your fingertips and watching it arc gracefully into the net with a soft swish. Then take the shot. You’ll up your chances of making it. Visualizing victory activates the same parts of the brain that get turned on when you physically practice a skill. So come game day, you’ll be prepared, superconfident, and ready to win. —Phillip Post, associate professor of motor learning and sport psychology at New Mexico State University and author of several studies examining the relationship between imagery and sport performance #bossofmybody…

As birthdays go, 35 may not be a milestone, but it certainly signifies that life has been lived, experience has been gained, and hopefully some goals have been achieved. With this issue, Shape magazine turns 35, and we’ve only gotten better with age—we’re strong, centered, forward thinking, and the embodiment of true grit. Here’s how I define true grit: It’s the ability to reach deep down and find the power to pull through a workout, a tough emotional patch, a vexing problem. In fact, grit is like your own personal superpower, and once you’ve found it (turn to page 188 to learn how), you can use it to lift you up and out of any challenge. Jillian Michaels is one of the grittiest women I know, and when you read…

Put a Lid on It Why is it that some days the littlest thing can cause a fight? Sleep, or lack of it. A single night of poor zzz’s can make your brain lose its ability to tell what’s important and what’s not, Tel Aviv University researchers found. So rather than lose it over that uncapped tube of toothpaste, consider letting it go until you’re less tired—chances are, it won’t bug you as much . You Look Hot in Green Attention single shoppers: Toting a reusable grocery bag could get you a date, according to new research from Loyola University Maryland. Study participants judged strangers who spent their cash on eco-kind goods as warmer and smarter and felt that they would make a better match than those who filled their…

We’re living in a DIY age. And cutting-edge technology is helping us foster that cando attitude, making us more enthusiastic about scaling back on office visits and treating our skin at home instead. Devices that approximate what dermatologists and aestheticians use are more popular than ever. In fact, sales of laser or light-therapy skin-care gadgets boomed by 84 percent from April 2015 to March 2016 compared with the previous year, according to NPD Group, a company that tracks consumer spending. “Patients today are very knowledgeable and are empowered to treat themselves,” says Christine Choi Kim, M.D., a dermatologist in Santa Monica, California. But are the gadgets, which typically cost $100 to $500, worth the investment of your money and your time? The short answer: Yes. Many work—quite well, in some…

Sporty ponytaıl A simple accessory turns your go-to pony into a chic look that stays put all day. Make It Sleek The combo of a lightweight hair oil and heat is what will make your strands superstraight, says Sally Hershberger, a stylist in New York City. Work a dimesize drop of oil through damp hair, then blow-dry. Run a flatiron through hair for extra smoothing. Set Your Style Brush your hair into a low ponytail and secure it tightly with an elastic at the nape of your neck. Wind a strip of white leather around the elastic, then down toward your ends. Tie it in a knot in back so it’s hidden, says Richard Collins, a Schwarzkopf Ultime celebrity hairstylist. 1/GLOSS AND GO Soften, defrizz, and add shine with Sally…

There are 49 genes that affect everyone’s level of abdominal fat; 19 of them have a stronger effect in women. If you’re like many fit women, you’ve worked your butt off(or some other fill-in-the-blank trouble spots), but your belly fat seems to stick around no matter how well you eat or how hard you sweat. It’s incredibly frustrating, so what’s the deal? Genetics is a big factor: Studies of twins and families show that the amount of ab fat each person carries is inherited—roughly 30 to 70 percent of the total variation in waist size from person to person is attributable to genetics—and that apple-shaped physiques are more likely to be passed down than other body types. “You can inherit abdominal-fat-risk gene variations from your mother or your father or…

GRILL FOR A SWEET YET SAVORY APPETIZER Halve 6 apricots, drizzle the cut sides with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Grill over high heat, flesh side down, until charred, about 2 minutes. When cool, cut into wedges and top with crumbled feta, shredded basil, chopped cucumber, and a squeeze of lemon juice. —Jason Hotchkiss, director of culinary operations at the Patio Group and the Patio on Goldfinch in San Diego BLEND A FRUITY SAUCE Cook 2 cups diced fresh apricots, 1 cup white wine, and 1 tablespoon turmeric over medium heat until the alcohol evaporates and the sauce thickens, about 10 minutes. Transfer to a blender and puree until smooth. Drizzle over roasted vegetables, grilled bread, or baked chicken. —Eric Banh, executive chef at Ba Bar in…

Celebrate sunny days off with a leisurely lunch in your backyard, on your porch, or wherever you want to sit and savor. The meal here is quick and supereasy to prepare (it’s summer, after all), but the mix of ingredients and flavors and the creative presentation take it to the next level. Simply assemble a variety of fresh foods, arrange them on a beautiful board or tray, and enjoy. Chef Jason Paluska of the Lark in Santa Barbara, California, curated this patio-perfect mix, but feel free to get creative and sub in what -ever you like. The possibilities are endless. Just like summer should be. Cheeses Soft goat cheese and a wedge of Brie (add a hard cheese like aged Gouda for more variety). Avocadopistachio Dip In a food processor,…

SCAN TO JOIN THE MOVEMENT! Download the free Love My Shape app and scan the page. By now you know that doing high-intensity intervals that you a big calorie burn as your lingers postworkout oces-body revs its repair proces-Bses. But with infinite ways outine, to approach a HIIT routine, find a the challenge is to etching sure fire recipe for stretching out that bonus after burn. At the boutique studio chain Orangetheory Fitness, the winning formula that has created devotees in 40 states involves alternating between cranking up your cardio over a seven-minute block of time and doing a sculpting circuit. “You need to work out at a level that keeps your heart rate at 84 to 91 percent of your max for a cumulative 12 to 20 minutes,” explains…

PUT ON YOUR POWER SUIT DRESS THE PART, GET THE JOB DONE. When people suited up in business attire, their thinking was more big picture on mental tests than their casually dressed peers’, according to a recent study at California State University, Northridge. The key? You want to encourage anything that gets you into the right frame of mind for the task ahead, including your workout, says lead study author Abraham M. Rutchick, Ph.D. That means if you’re bound for the gym, pulling on your newest pair of textured tights could make you feel more pumped and powerful— and eager to up your game in boot camp class.…

Your new beach cruisers Rubber flip-flops are arch enemies. Ditch ’em in favor of sporty sandals that are both supportive and fashion forward, like these classics by Teva, featuring an on-trend ombré twist ($70, teva.com). Complete with a comfy leather foot bed and durable foam outsole, they make great go-to shoes for everything from playing in the sand to hitting Sunday brunch. SCAN TO SHOP! Download the free Love My Shape app and scan the page. Best Workout Bra! Natasha Oakley and Devin Brugman , a.k.a. Tash & Dev, of the popular Instagram account @abikiniaday, are exercise enthu-siasts with a just-launched workout-wear line called Monday to prove it. Their first mission? To design a sports bra for large busts that works on small frames to free women like wear two…

Canvas Treads Make a Comeback Thanks to the gritty athletics—and aesthetic— of CrossFit, stripped-down cross-trainers like the NoBull High-Top Camo Basic Trainer ($109, nobullproject.com) are having their moment. With just a four-millimeter drop from heel to toe, you’ll feel stable through every box jump and squat, while the G. I. Jane style will put you in a take-no-prisoners mind-set. STEAL THIS MANTRA “Feed your focus; starve your distractions.” —Robin Arzon, running coach, instructor for Peloton Cycle, and author of the new book Shut Up and Run Should You Trim Your Lean Routine? IIf you’re pushing yourself to take back-to-back gym classes and skipping rest days to drop pounds, a new study suggests you may be better offdownsizing your hoagie than supersizing your exercise routine. Researchers at Hunter College found that…

This summer, there’s a wave of marine skin care coming your way. Infused with nutrient-rich sea ingredients like algae and kelp, these formulas have the power to deeply hydrate and even firm your skin. “They’re also very high in antioxidants, so they help to deactivate the damaging free radicals that come from sunlight,” says Debra Jaliman, M.D., a dermatologist in New York City. The results are to dive for. SCAN TO SHOP! Download the free Love My Shape app and scan the page.…

SCAN TO SHOP! Download the free Love My Shape app and scan the page. 30 Seconds Target little lines Crow’s-feet and furrows don’t stand a chance against Ixxi Sublixime Precision Wrinkle Filler ($52, Walgreens stores), the French import that contains pine bark extract to protect collagen and hyaluronic acid for an on-thespot fill-in effect. 1 Minute Get a faux mini face-lift Skin feels subtly firmer with Guerlain Radiance in a Flash ($30, guerlain.com), a gel-like serum that creates a temporary tightening film on the surface of your skin. 30 Seconds Light up a room Infused with a potent collagen booster and actual gold powder, La Prairie Cellular Radiance Perfecting Fluide Pure Gold ($525, laprairie.com) is the perfect primer, nixing redness while adding a lightreflective glow. 12 Minutes Plump up the…

LOVE MY SHAPE If you channel surf at all, chances are you’ve glimpsed Jamie Kern Lima, the CEO and cofounder of IT Cosmetics, on Qvc “I remove my makeup during live segments more than 250 times a year,” she says. A gutsy move for anyone, but especially for a woman with rosacea— and no eyebrows. “I do it to inspire women,” says Kern Lima, 38. We get her secrets to inside-out transformation. You went from local news anchor to beauty mogul. Why? I became obsessed with finding products to cover my rosacea and fell in love with beauty. What’s one of your top beauty missions? Healthy skin. You’ll always be on trend when you have great-looking skin. Confidence trick? I wear the same shoes every time on QVC. They’re sparkly…

Scan for more tasty ideas! WWhen it comes to a food that hits on multiple health fronts, it’s hard to outdo coconut. Its water is superhydrating , its oil can protect your heart, and its meat is full of fiber. That versatility, plus its creamy texture and is landy flavor, are exactly why chefs are excitedly brainstorming ways to showcase the tropical treat. Here, chef Guy Turland, a co-owner of Bondi Harvest in Santa Monica, California, and a coauthor of the new Bondi Harvest cookbook, shares some inspired ideas. Top Sweet Potatoes With Coconut Butter With the consistency of nut butter and the velvety texture of oil, coconut butter will melt into your baked sweet potato, adding tons of flavor and a luscious silkiness. Make your own by whizzing shredded,…

Made from nutty chickpea flour, this savory pancake–pizza crust hybrid is called socca, and with crisp edges and a chewier middle, it’s delicious . Which is why both the South of France and the Italian Riviera claim it as a beloved dish. The high protein, fiber, and calcium content gives us good reason to add socca to our summer menus too. Chef Andy D’Amico of Nizza in New York City shares his take here, but feel free to swap in other toppers. More Topping Ideas Basil pesto, mozzarella, roasted or charred asparagus, and roasted red peppers Charred cauliflower, sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, red pepper flakes, and Asiago Sautéed mushrooms, caramelized onions, and goat cheese Walnut-Zucchini Socca With Marjoram and Parmesan Serves: 4 Active time: 35 minutes Total time: 1 hour 35…

Sometimes after I climax, I’m still aroused. Why? Here’s where the innate difference between men and women comes in to play . Men get turned on quickly, and after they orgasm, their drive plummets, explains Nikki Goldstein, Ph.D., a relationship expert and a sexologist. “Female arousal is a slow burn. It builds gradually , and it tapers off gradually as well.” So essentially, men and women are out of sync sexually— even though you both had a great orgasm, he might be ready to fall asleep immediately, while you’re ready to go for round two. The most obvious solution is to have sex again or, if he’s not up for that , to masturbate. However, if this happens to you often, Goldstein says, a better strategy may be for him…

J/A 2016 MICHAELS ABIDES BY THIS MUSCLE-MAKING HIT IT HARD, AND MOTTO: “GET IN, GET OUT.” DO HER 20-MINUTE POWER WORKOUT AND YOU’VE FOUND THE SWEET SPOT. WHAT DO YOU DO AFTER YOU’VE WHIPPED HALF of America into shape (or at least sounded the wake-up call for it to get off the couch)? If you’re Jillian Michaels, you certainly don’t downshift. In fact, Michaels has stayed in boss mode, never really leaving prime time since she wrapped The Biggest Loser two years ago. Recently she turned the cameras on herself for the E! docuseries Just Jillian. It may be her gutsiest move yet. “I wanted to honestly portray the comedy of errors that occurs as we all embrace the struggle to juggle work, family, personal time, and more,” Michaels says.…