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Have Vacation Sex In Your Own Home

Getaway action is great for a reason—the break from reality heats things up, even if they were hot to begin with. But you can re-create that passion. In fact, there’s a science to it. Here’s how.

“It Is Indescribably Satisfying To Know That All My Hard Work Has Paid Off And That Just Pushes Me Even More.”

Hanna Halim, 24, realised that she was overweight and decided to put a stop to it and change.

Alcohol After Workouts?

Workout, then wine—it’s the ideal evening for so many women these days. In fact, research shows that exercise actually makes you more likely to drink. And in the right amount, that combo can be good for you. But key words: right amount. Here’s your guide.

Are You Mentally Tough Enough?

Getting what you want from your workout, your job, and your life takes mental toughness. Here’s how to tap yours, then make it rock solid. 

Energize Your Diet

It’s always the perfect time to eat a little cleaner and greener. And we have just the plan to motivate you and make getting a fresh start easy.

Take It Outside

Being in nature can slash stress, rev energy, and strengthen your health in ways doctors never imagined. Here’s how to score all the perks that going alfresco has to offer.

Do Weight-loss Diets Work?

They generally have the same goal; to help you lose weight and achieve specific health goals. But are they any good? We spoke to Malaysian Wellness Society president and Pantai Medical Centre consultant physician and geriatrician Dr Rajban Singh about some diet trends. Here’s what he says.

Damage Control

Meet the microfighters that shield skin from a daily bombardment of smog and chemicals, and learn how to maximise their power. Your win: that healthy, youthful glow.

Sex so good, you'll see colours

There’s a blow-your-mind climax in your future tonight,and every night, if you use these pleasure-boosting,research-backed strategies.

Simple Ways To Shrink Your Belly

Great abs aren’t built on planks alone. Discover the workout methods that will stealthily fl atten and fi rm your middle— no mat required.

A Prize For Your Health

Collagen is being added to everything from protein bars to coffee creamer, and with good reason. It can help you build strength, burn fat, and beat stress. Here’s the best way to tap into the powers of this new supernutrient.

Skin Care Where?

Does your bikini area really need its own regimen? We report.

Here's Your New Energy Source

The water found in plants is superhydrating and helps you power up, the latest science shows. Here’s the news.

It's All About the Experience

Vacations that let you dive into your destination on a deeper level are exhilarating, rejuvenating, and even life changing. Make your next trip transformative.

Lunch Hour Is The New Power Hour!

Not only is the new power hour doable, but the latest science shows it may be optimal for your body.

8 Bad Habits You Need To Quit Now!

There’s no point in making grand skincare resolutions that you’re likely to toss out in a week or two. Instead, weed out easily missed everyday habits that are the real culprits behind your skin problems.

How To Get Sexy Abs In 7 Days?

Steal the routine that a-listers use to trim and tone in record time. It’s so seriously effective, this will be the cheat sheet you keep!

Marie NG Shares Her Beauty And Fitness Rules

Co-founder of KOA Fitness, Marie Ng, 29, was a chubby teenager.

The New Wave

There’s a sea change happening in the vegetable world. Rich flavour plus vitamins, minerals, and muscle-building protein have made seaweed a hot health food. Chefs are in love, and they’re using the green in clever ways that go beyond the sushi roll.

No Cook, No Stress, Pure Joy

Don’t take the joy out of eating with stressful cooking and cleaning-up, especially when you’re hosting casual get-togethers. Use these ideas and tips for the kind of dinner you want right now, without having to switch on the stove or oven.

“Do What Makes You Happy”

SHAPE deputy editor, Jay Jayaraj, talks about her relationship with yoga as she reviews the Chateau Spa and Organic Wellness Resort at Berjaya Hills.

Top 10 Race Day Problems

It's race day and you need to pee so badly because anxiety has taken over you. Or you've been held up in an unexpected traffic jam and turned up for late for the run. Hear out these tips, tricks, and strategies to save yourself from unexpected race day issues.

Can The Acid Levels Of The Food Affect Your Health and Weight?

'Alkaline' may be Hollywood’s latest diet buzzword, but can the acid levels of the food you eat really affect your health and weight?

pantang: do they really work?

confinement practices, or pantangs, are meant for new mothers to recuperate from the rigours of pregnancy, labour and birth. but some of those practices can be quite tedious to follow and most of us aren’t even sure if they’re really beneficial to the new mother. to find out whether there’s science behind these traditions, we spoke to a consultant obstetrician gynaecologist from pantai hospital ampang, dr suhaimi isa.