Innholdsfortegnelse for November/December 2024 i Women's Health

But on a recent a.m., I met two badass women at the office gym for a training session. One was Ginger Ressler, the 50-year-old cofounder of Fabletics. The other, Claudette Sariya, is an alumna of WH’s Strength in Diversity program, which mentors trainers from underrepresented communities. (Meet the newest class on page 93!) Claudette told us exactly what to do, and Ginger and I gamely followed her directions. My friends, you think you lift heavy until you see your workout buddy pick up 30-pound dumbbells for three sets of thrusters. I took a deep breath, then leveled up my own weights…and whew, it was spicy! Ginger and I posted the session to social media, so if you saw it, then you already know that the effort of step-ups, squats, and…

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If food shopping always falls to the bottom of your want-to-do list, good news: It’s now easier than ever to avoid the supermarket without giving up healthy eating or spending *all* of your funds on takeout. But that wasn’t always the case; the market has shifted drastically only in the past five years. The first online grocery delivery service, Peapod, launched in 1989. (Yep, during the days of dial-up Internet and floppy disks!) And while people raved about the convenience of buying groceries through a computer, and Peapod made over 29 million deliveries, and dozens of competitors like Instacart, Imperfect Foods, and FreshDirect began entering the scene, the majority of food purchases continued to happen IRL. (Case in point: In 2019, only 3 percent of grocery shopping occurred online, according…

Oh Snap! Dilly Bites Grab a bag of these snackable pickles. They pack the perfect juicy, tangy crunch for a mid-afternoon pick-me-up. —Charlotte Walsh, associate news editor Justin’s Dark Chocolate Crispy Peanut Butter Cups The sweet-and-salty candy gets pops of texture from crunchy quinoa. Keep ‘em in the fridge for a snappier chocolate bite. —Abby Shuster, senior digital designer Kerrygold Salted Butter Toasted sourdough that’s slightly chewy, plus a good spread of high-quality European butter, is the best. —Kate Merker, chief food director Alyssa’s Healthy Oatmeal Bites These cookies offer just the right amount of sweetness for a li’l treat. I love them chilled! —Tina Martinez, food producer Daily Harvest White Bean and Spinach Pesto Dump the frozen contents of this bag into a skillet whenever you want a cozy…

If you’re already exercising regularly, you’re well on your way to aging gracefully (and that’s according to science!). But what if a supplement could help you along in that process? Enter nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD+)—a mouthful to say, yes, but also an important molecule produced in the body that’s necessary for over 500 enzyme functions, including DNA repair, cellular energy, and metabolic function. NAD+ naturally declines with age, so some experts say supplementing with this coenzyme could have anti-aging effects. “NAD+ has been explored for its potential role in improving cognitive function, supporting cardiovascular health, and boosting performance,” says Michelle Routhenstein, RD, a preventive cardiology dietitian at nutrition practice Entirely Nourished. Experts reveal their thoughts. NAD+ supps can support aging. POTENTIALLY A number of studies have found that NAD+ may…

So, you’re running late to work because you overslept (thanks for nothing, alarm clock!) and hit every single red light on your morning commute. You finally reach your destination, only to have a bird poop on you—no joke—as you walk through the door. Then you stub your toe mid-sprint to an important meeting with your boss (ya know, the thing you’re already late for). Ugh, just my luck, you think. Of course this would happen to me; stuff like this always happens to me. Sound frustratingly familiar? If you often feel trailed by a personal, perpetual rain cloud, you might be a pessimist—i.e., someone who tends to have a negative outlook on life. Optimists, meanwhile, have a knack for finding the silver lining. They expect the best possible outcome in…

1/First thing you do when you wake up? When my Hatch alarm clock goes off, I take a deep breath and look around my room. I like to take a minute or two of presence and calmness. 2/Person who inspires you? My older brother, Jonathan, who was a Division I and professional golfer. His dedication showed me what it meant to work hard at something I loved. 3/Fave post-workout food? A peanut butter and chocolate protein smoothie! 4/Proudest moment? When my nonprofit, The Hidden Opponent, signed our partnership with Adidas. Our mission is to support athletes struggling with mental health, and this opportunity allows us to scale. 5/Fave hype-up song? I have a playlist called “Victoria Energy” where I put songs that make me feel the way I want to…

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After a busy morning in the pediatric cardiology clinic where she worked, Rachel Manalo, DO, was looking forward to her lunch break. It was a cherished few minutes to sit down and take a breath, which she relished at 18 weeks pregnant. But that day, her body just wouldn’t relax. “My heart was beating superfast, even when I was resting and paying attention to my body,” Dr. Manalo says. “I immediately went to the ECG feature.” Her heart rate was around 150 beats per minute—much higher than her resting heart rate during pregnancy of roughly 80 bpm, and closer to what she’d expect during a workout. As a cardiologist, Dr. Manalo knew this was unusual. Yet she also knew pregnancy can cause weird physical and biological changes. Shortly after, her…

For decades, Susie Stone-field thought she was straight. She was married to a man, had three kids with him, and, from the outside, was enjoying a “perfect” marriage. Then, at 56 years old, she came out as gay—a process that involved a lot of fear, and even grief. But today, she’s happier than ever. Susie, now 61, is not the only “late bloomer” who discovered her sexuality later in life. Suzette Mullen, 63, didn’t come out until her 50s. Paulette Thomas-Martin, 72, liked girls at a young age but didn’t come out until around 40. Bridget Bertrand, 48, came out six years ago. And both Allison Garcia, 43, and Marina Brochado, 42, started discovering their sexuality around ages 37 and 38, respectively. While younger queer women may take center stage…

When pro athlete Elle Purrier St. Pierre toes the starting line, she thinks about all the reasons why she wants to have an amazing race. The biggest is her support system—especially her 1-year-old son, Ivan, who traveled to the Paris Olympics over the summer to see his mom compete in the women’s 1,500m. “Having him in the stands was so rewarding,” the two-time Olympian says. “If I told my [younger] self that I was going to have a baby and I was going to be running at the next Olympics—both of my dreams together—it’s just really awesome.” When she’s not going after goals on the track, the New Balance athlete has a dedicated reset routine that includes gardening, baking, and working on the Vermont dairy farm she calls home. And…

Take inspiration from Sariya, who changed her fitness “why” after a toxic relationship ended in 2016. “It shifted from aesthetics to empowering myself. Fitness helped me reclaim my power.” That’s why her IG handle is @yearofclaude. But fast-forward and the original 365-day promise to prioritize herself turned into an eight-year (and counting!) mantra that extends to motivating others to do the same. “You can’t pour into other cups if your cup is empty,” she says. Go for It It’s never too late to shift your path, like Sariya.…

There are many details about my past that are fuzzy now, but certain memories are clear as day. I remember the girl who called me fat in the first grade. I remember the time my mom put me on a soup-only diet after I’d gained weight at summer camp. (I was 11.) And I remember the time a guy I’d been dating broke up with me during the darkest moments of my eating disorder because he “wasn’t attracted to me anymore.” To this day, a picture I’d seen in a magazine of Jessica Simpson in her Daisy Dukes still haunts me. None of these memories were good for my body image. For nearly two decades, no matter what I put my body through—which could best be described as a cycle…

STEP 1 Begin in a high plank with hands shoulder-width apart, feet hip-width, and core engaged. STEP 2 With control, lower down to perform a pushup, keeping core and legs activated. STEP 3 Rotate to the right in a side plank, reach right arm to ceiling, and stack feet. Hold for 1 to 2 seconds. That’s 1 rep. KEEP FORM IN CHECK by ensuring hips are lifted and stable. Don’t let them drop or over-rotate, especially in the side plank. This will maximize the engagement of your core and help you maintain balance. WORK IT IN during bodyweight HIIT workouts, in core-focused sessions, or on upper body days. Perform 2 to 4 sets of 8 to 12 reps, alternating sides, and resting for 30 to 60 seconds between sets. Tone…

Mustardy Chicken With Quinoa-Cress Salad TOTAL: 30 MIN. SERVES: 4 1 cup quinoa8 oz brussels sprouts, shaved (about 4 cups)2 shallots, thinly sliced4 Tbsp olive oil, dividedKosher salt and pepper6 small boneless, skinless chicken thighs (about 1½ lbs), trimmed1½ Tbsp fresh lemon juice¾ oz watercress (about 2 cups)½ cup raw almonds, toasted and roughly chopped3 Tbsp Dijon mustard3 Tbsp whole-milk Greek yogurt 1. Heat oven to 450°F. Bring 1½ cups water to a boil in medium saucepan. Stir in quinoa and return to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer, covered, 12 min. Remove from heat and let sit, covered, 5 min. more. Fluff quinoa with a fork, transfer to large bowl, and let cool. 2. While quinoa cooks, on large rimmed baking sheet, toss brussels sprouts and shallots with…

“It all looks normal,” Rebeckah Price’s first optometrist told her on January 3, 2023. Inside the small, sterile room, the then 46-year-old yoga teacher and single mother of three was hunting for answers after the vision in her left eye rapidly deteriorated over the previous 30 days, leaving her scared. The vision in her eye was like a fogged bathroom mirror post-shower, one she wasn’t able to wipe clear. Price was referred to another eye specialist, then to a neuro-ophthalmologist. Finally, after an interminable six-hour wait inside a neurologist’s office the following Tuesday, she got a two-word diagnosis that changed her life: multiple sclerosis (MS). “My heart sank,” Price says. “I do all these wellness things. I didn’t want to receive this [news], and so I told them ‘maybe it’s…

Taking up skiing at any age is challenging. But doing it at 57? When I signed up for a two-day intensive course at ski school in Switzerland, friends gasped, “At your age?!” I’ve always been more interested in après-ski than in the sport itself. Lounging on mountain decks, hot chocolate by the fire, and most of all, the outfits! A Miami-dwelling fashionista like me could really cut a dash in the cute bobble hats and colorful, retro-style ski suits I’d been eyeing in the Free People catalog. A few months earlier, I’d adopted a motto for my newly single life: “If not now, when? If not me, who?” So now that my work as a travel writer presented this opportunity, shouldn’t I seize it? I’ve been a runner for 20…

QuiCK BiSOn anD THRee-BeaN CHiLi TOTAL: 30 MIN. SERVES: 4 2 Tbsp canola oil1 medium yellow onion, chopped3 large cloves garlic, grated1 Tbsp ground cumin1 Tbsp smoked paprika1 lb ground bison Kosher salt¼ cup tomato paste1 15-oz can bean trio, rinsed1 14.5-oz can fire-roasted crushed tomatoes1 12-oz jar roasted red peppers, drained and roughly chopped½ cup cilantro, chopped, plus more for topping⅓ cup roasted pepitas, for topping (optional)½ cup plain whole milk Greek yogurt, for topping (optional) 1. Heat oil in Dutch oven on medium. Add onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until translucent, 5 to 6 min. Sprinkle with garlic, cumin, and smoked paprika and cook, stirring, 30 sec. 2. Add bison, increase heat to medium-high, season with ½ tsp salt and cook, breaking up meat with spoon, until no…

Taylor Beebe Castro Valley, CA | @taylorannebb15 “Everyone deserves to take up space in the gym and can benefit from the confidence it breeds.” Tyneka Pack Baltimore, MD | @tdeniise “I want to change this ‘weight loss only’ narrative to ‘healthy generational habits.’ ” Jordan Farrell Knightdale, NC | @jordanalexisss “Every time we show up to work toward our fitness goals, we have the opportunity to learn about ourselves.” Tonyael Miller Chicago, IL | @tonyaelm “My goal is to help moms and care-givers of color rediscover their happiness and take charge of their health.” Gabrielle Savary New York, NY | @growwithgab_x “Seeing clients excel in their fitness journey is a plus, but the best part is when it helps them level up in life.” Plus: The Guys! See more of these faces in the pages…