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Kate Hudson understands that a key element of happiness is movement. Case in point, the 43-year-old actress recently took to Instagram to share a look at one of her workouts and express how good moving makes her feel. Hudson posted a series of photos of herself working out with Tracy Anderson’s MyMode apparatus. She’s wearing a light green sports bra and matching joggers with her blonde hair up in a ponytail. “Movement bubbles up some happy vibes 🫧,” she writes in the caption of her post. “Try it 😉 And don’t forget the happy vibe smoothie to support this whole…
Hilary Swank isn’t letting pregnancy keep her out of the gym. The 48-year-old actress. who is currently carrying twins, recently shared a video from a gym workout. In the clip, the mom-to-be is wearing black leggings and a gray long-sleeve t-shirt with her hair pulled back in a messy bun. She’s doing a set of transverse presses, a move that targets her shoulders and chest, according to certified personal trainer Brooke Cates, founder and CEO of The Bloom Method (a pre and postnatal fitness method), who saw the Instagram post. In the clip, Swank uses her right arm to push the…
At Shape, we spend a lot of time talking and thinking about the intrinsic benefits of prioritizing our fitness and wellness routines. While, of course, we always want to do our bodies good, more often than not we also use this sacred time as a way to kickstart our days or to unwind from a stressful situation. Our time in the gym or out on a run can be a meditative space that can help us unlock new ideas or give us the words to fuel a difficult conversation. In short, through fitness we tap into our power — in…
As 2023 turns to 2024, you don’t necessarily have to go all in on the “new year, new you” concept (after all, are we really all that different just because the clock strikes midnight?). But the start of a new year can be a fun opportunity to try some fresh wellness trends. Whether you’re tired of the same old workouts, want closer relationships, or are ready to leave booze behind, experts are predicting 2024 has something for you. Here’s a sneak peek at what the new year may hold for wellness. 1. Bodycare Bodycare is in its Renaissance period. Facial…
On the day of our interview, Hilary Duff is having a low-key day, which she says never happens. Her husband of three and a half years, Matthew Koma, is on kid duty, which has given Duff some much-needed breathing room. “I woke up at 6:45 a.m. and worked out, had a meeting, and then I came home, put my heating pad on, and I’ve been doing emails in bed,” she says. “Everything in my world just feels really mellow right now.” Jonathan Simkhai dress. Marrin Costello earrings. Jonny Marlow That feeling is likely because she isn’t currently filming — her…
Just last week, a client shared that fixating on the body mass index (BMI) is what’s holding her back from finding peace with her body—and she is certainly not alone. As a weight-inclusive, eating disorder dietitian, I can, unfortunately, recall countless clients and patients who feared visiting a healthcare provider because they expected to be shamed if their BMIs fall out of the “normal” range. The BMI—which is a simple calculation measuring body fat based on height and weight—was created around 200 years ago by a Belgian mathematician to quickly measure “obesity”* of the general (mostly white, male) population—not to determine an…
In 2023, stopping to smell the roses isn’t exactly our default setting. For many of us, our daily “meditation” looks something like inhale, answer emails, exhale, read the news, inhale, sprint to make it to my exercise class on time, exhale, meal prep. With so many distractions flying across our screens and calendars that are practically overflowing, it’s never been more important to hit pause and retrain the mind to appreciate what’s right there in front of you. Meditation is the practice of attending to the mind through physical and mental techniques. This wellness hero’s history dates all the way…
Time and time again, I wait until the very last minute to shop for special occasions. If you’re like me, then you understand it’s a hard habit to break — fortunately, Amazon is a solid choice to turn to for gifts whenever you’re in a rush. It’s filled with fan-favorite brands and offers fast shipping for Prime members in times of need. With Mother’s Day in just a few days, I guarantee Amazon’s Mother’s Day Gifts section will have whatever you’re looking for. And if your mom just happens to be all about wellness, I’ve got you extra covered. I’ve…
Hot flashes are brief, but sometimes intense, hormonally-driven fluctuations in body temperature that are a hallmark symptom of menopause. “Hot flashes can bring on a significant amount of discomfort both in the day and at night. Our core body temperature rises just before sweating, which is nature’s way to cool your body through evaporation,” Kathleen Jordan, MD, NCMP, Chief Medical Officer for Midi Health, a virtual clinic focused on women navigating perimenopause and menopause, tells Shape. She says that anything that helps you keep your body cool can help minimize hot flashes. She recommends cooling pillows, which “can offer immediate…
Nurses are more than just a wealth of medical expertise. I look to them for product recommendations that will improve my overall well-being, too. After all, nurses’ daily routine isn’t easy because of the long hours and constant movement. That’s a lot of stress placed on the body. Naturally, they rely on products that offer comfort and ease, which is exactly what I need and want in my life. Luckily, there’s no better time to try these products for yourself as well. I scoured through Amazon Prime Day’s offerings to find the top deals on nurse-loved products. And don’t hesitate…