Shape Malaysia - September - October 2018

In this issue

Catch your favourite girl, Mindy Kaling talk about becoming a new mother, as she also shares with us her diet and workout tips. Pick up some important pointers on how to fix lower back pain after a spin class, while learning about why you should fix yourself some probiotics – all in our Sept/ Oct 2018 issue!

Your Skin Hates Heat

New research suggests UV rays may not be the only damaging element to protect yourself from this hot summer season.

4 mins

Expert Tips To Make Your Hair Stronger

Shine, volume, body—it all happens when your hair is resilient to everyday torture. Here’s your best defense against damage.

3 mins

8 Ways To Pump Up Your Push-Ups ​​​​​​​

Pushups are especially great for your chest, triceps, and entire core. Shapetapped Curtis Williams, Under Armour Performance Coach and founder of Team Training C.A.M.P. in New York City and push-up guru Angela Reynolds, for their top push-up rules.

2 mins

How To Fix Lower-Back Pain After Spin Class

Pushing through the burn is part of a good, sweaty spin class. But there’s a big difference between that ‘hurts so good’ feeling and real pain. So if you’ve ever left the studio with a killer workout on the books, but an achy lower back to show for it, here’s how to stop the pain ASAP, and why it happens in the first place.

3 mins

Avoid These Common Foam-Rolling Mistakes

After you get through that HIIT class or long run, your muscles are probably going to be sore. Those hardworking muscles were broken down during exercise and need rest to repair themselves. If you don’t give your body some TLC and sufficient time to recover, you’ll increase your risk of an overuse injury. One solution? That trusty foam roller.

6 mins

Expert Tips For A Flatter Lower Belly

Your middle is not a mere vanity project—it’s a real barometer of your health. Get it in top form with this science-backed approach.

2 mins

Can't Sleep? Try Some Kiwi

This fruit and other foods have a direct impact on the quality of your slumber. More restorative shut-eye is coming your way.

3 mins

Create Positive Energy

To make all your relationships stronger, you need to be kinder to yourself. Jennifer Taitz, a clinical psychologist and the author of How to Be Single and Happy, explains why that’s not one bit hokey—and how to master the art.

1 min

Why You Aren't Losing Weight

A new study suggests people who have an easier time losing weight may have more of a certain type of gut bacteria.

2 mins

The Power Of A Kiss

There’s a reason we lock lips: Science shows it leads to incredible health benefits. Here, the mental and physical perks.

1 min

The Best Ways To Take Probiotics

These bacteria have a well-deserved rep as health heroes for your gut. But the bugs’ reach goes a lot further, new research shows. Learn their impact below, then turn the page for the best ways to take them.

2 mins

Mindy Moving Forward

Life keeps getting better and bolder for Mindy Kaling. And the star and new mom couldn’t be more excited about what lies ahead.

8 mins

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Shape Malaysia Magazine Description:

Shape (Malaysia) is the only active lifestyle guide for women in the country, inspiring women to aspire towards the very best their minds, bodies and lives can achieve with content that zeros-in on reliable and cutting-edge health, well-being, fitness and functional beauty news as well as research.