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If you're looking to drop excess kilos, our weight-loss special has everything you need to make that happen. It's got nutrition advice as well as a list of highly effective fat-burning classes. These workouts are guaranteed to torch calories and firm you up in all the right places - trust us, we tried them all. Also, get inspired by our cover girl Denise Keller. The travel host and yoga teacher shares her secrets to looking good and feeling amazing. And with Valentine's Day around the around, you might want to go on a romantic staycation or get coordinated outfits for yourself and your significant other. We've got both covered in this issue, and much more. Enjoy! Plus! Exclusive to the digital edition: Watch and follow a video of an energising yoga sequence specially created by Denise Keller. Also, view close-ups of the footwear in this issue's fashion spread.

Get to know our Shape Fit Girl 2019 winner, Ng Hui Ru, as she shares her aspirations for the fitness and wellness community. Read about the other 4 Shape Fit Girl 2019 finalists as well, as they talk about their journeys to health and fitness. In the spirit of female empowerment, we bring you three exclusive celeb stories featuring Leighton Meester, Dakota Fanning and Rachel Brosnahan, who reveal their insider tips to adopting a winning mindset when the going gets tough. #WomenLiftWomen


Get updated about the latest buzzwords in fitness and wellness in this issue. We get diet experts' opinions on the popular ketogenic diet, highlight sustainable dining spots to check out, recommend fitness smartwatches based on workout personalities, and review various sports massage places in Singapore.

Get doubly inspired by two celebs in this issue: Instagram fitness superstar Kelsey Wells and Avengers: Endgame star Danai Gurira. Kelsey shares her past body image struggles, and her amazing physical and mental transformation journey, while Danai talks about finding a larger purpose in life through fitness and social causes. Challenge yourself with Kelsey's science-based circuit training home workout, and learn about the latest fitness trends: indoor rowing and DNA testing.

This Mother's Day-themed issue features inspiring celeb mum Jaime Teo, who shares how she juggles parenting with fitness, baking, painting and other hobbies. Check out our insanely simplified workout tips and plans for busy mums, and steal some tips on how to plan and have a worry-free holiday with baby. Also see which grain bowls made it to our eat list, plus learn about the ins and outs of choosing shapewear to suit your body and style.

It's time to prioritise self-care. This issue features insightful quotes from experts on how to stay on track with your fitness and wellness goals, an intense 20-minute workout that will make you feel exceptionally recharged afterwards, plus easy ways to transform your life and elevate your everyday mood. Find out what happened when a writer tried meditating every day for two weeks, and pick up survival tips from actress Amber Heard on how to stay fierce, fit and focused.

In celebration of International Women's Day on March 8, we cast the spotlight on three inspirational women who put their fitness journeys to a good cause. Find out how cover girl Carla Dunareanu finds time to exercise and stay in tiptop form despite her crazy schedule. Finally, get ready to try the latest unconventional workouts that will push your limits, and shop the prettiest sports shoes that go with everyday outfits.

Got weight loss on the agenda? This issue, we've rounded up the best fat-burning classes in town - tried and tested - so you can get lean and mean in no time. Plus, get the best workouts for your body type and learn ways to boost your metabolism. Don't miss our cover story too with celebrity and fitness sensation Liv Lo. Bonus: she gives us a sampler of her Fitsphere workout programme comprising top moves to work your whole body.

Ready to usher in 2019 with a bang? This issue has all the strategies to help you get fitter, healthier, leaner and more radiant. Reboot your life with 19 doable resolutions; reset your mind and body with a host of gorgeous retreats; and refresh your wardrobe with the latest kickass sports bras. Plus, find out how cover girl and radio deejay Charmaine Yee transformed her health, learn some calorie-busting Muay-HIIT moves, and discover new ways to cook with grains.  

In this issue, we bring vaginal health to the forefront cos let's face it, we don't talk about it enough. Other than discussing common vaginal issues, we explore the best undies to suit different workouts and the latest trend: skincare down there (say what?). Plus, find out how our cover girl and Miss Universe Singapore runner-up Tiong Jia En gets her taut bod, and learn expert-approved ways to bust belly fat.  

Your fitness routine doesn't have to take a hit just because you're pregnant. This issue looks at pregnancy fitness - how to work out safely during your trimesters, recommended group exercise classes to try, and versatile activewear that will fit your growing body. Also find out how actress Bella Thorne stays lean and toned with minimal cardio, shop the latest gorgeous yoga mats, and check out our favourite haunts for fish soup in Singapore.

In light of World Heart Day on September 29, we shine the spotlight on strengthening your heart this issue. Find out just how to maximise your HIIT workout to reap the most benefits, how to optimise your training using heart rate stats, the latest heart rate-monitoring fitness watches to own, plus the best and worst foods for your heart. If you've been wanting to take your workouts up a notch, check out the various endurance training classes we've featured in this issue. Also, get the scoop on the latest fitness trend, pilates reformer classes.

This issue, we get serious about preparing you for your big day, Shape Run 2018. An all-women's race like no other, Shape Run will fire up your running motivation with many new and exciting features this year. Find out the top running mistakes to avoid, the best snacks to eat before and after a run, and how to train like a pro on the treadmill. We even got a yoga instructor to demonstrate the most effective stretches for runners, so you'll recover strong and stay injury-free. Also, read about the new fitness trend, aqua boxing, plus the latest healthy dishes offered by hotel restaurants in Singapore.

In this issue, we feature the best body-toning fitness classes in Singapore, plus top expert tips on how to sculpt your abs. We also get up close with the winner of Shape Fit Girl 2018, Roxanne Gan, who tells us about conquering the ups and downs in life. At 29, she's been through many life-changing moments and is mature beyond her age. Also read about the four Shape Fit Girl finalists and their different approaches towards fitness - you'll be inspired! Get the scoop on the latest fitness and wellness hub in town that's everyone's talking about, as well as where to enjoy a good-value acai bowl.

In this issue, we've profiled three fit Singapore-based women who have full-time jobs and kids. They share how they maintain regular exercise routines despite leading hectic lives. And if you're a busy mum yourself, we've got workouts specially designed for you. Check out the home-based workouts that take fifteen minutes (or less) to do. The nutrition stories are also must-reads. If you’ve been trying to eat less meat and more greens, you’ll love our plant-based recipes. With the right ingredients and cooking techniques, vegetarian and vegan meals can be really delicious. And if you’ve had a love-hate relationship with carbs, you’ll be glad to know that they are not evil. In fact, they are good for you. Plus! Exclusive to the digital edition: Read about the best carbs to eat if you're trying to lose weight, easy ways to go vegetarian, and lavender-infused beauty products to pamper yourself with.

In this issue, cover girl Stephanie Bovis shares her secrets to staying fit. The yogi, model and host also talks about why living mindfully is important to her. Now, if you’ve been struggling to get rid of stomach fat, this issue’s Blast Belly Flab special covers the topic in great detail. A must-read is the piece on how age affects the amount of fat stored on your belly, no thanks to changes in your metabolism and other factors. Besides that, there are workout tips as well as diet advice, which zones in on surprising foods that cause bloating – another cause for concern if you’re trying to get a trimmer tummy. Plus! Exclusive to the digital edition: Watch and follow a video of Stephanie demonstrating post-run stretches every runner should do. Also, get the recipes for hearty and healthy pasta dishes, and get a glimpse of the newly revamped Forest Adventure treetop obstacle course.

In celebration of International Women's Day on March 8, we highlight amazing career-oriented women, who are making significant time to pursue their fitness passions. We hope you'll be just as inspired by them as we are. Need more workout inspiration? We've got a barre sequence that'll strengthen your core and tone up your arms, butt and thighs as well as a review of Singapore's first "real" rhythm cycling studio. All that and more in this issue. Enjoy! Plus! Exclusive to the digital edition: Watch and follow a video of an effective five-minute workout that's perfect for busy women. Also, get the recipes for delicious 30-minute meals and learn easy stretches to help relieve muscle tightness.

It’s the beginning of a new year, and there’s no better time than now to form healthy habits. We make starting an exercise routine easy with a seven-minute workout. Yes, seven minutes! That’s all the time you need for a sweat sesh. If you want a workout that'll make you forget you're exercising, you've got to try a FloatFit HIIT class, essentially high-intensity interval training on water. Read about our experience in this issue. Being healthy goes beyond fitness. There's also a piece on nailing a glowing complexion with tried-and-tested beauty tips. And if you want to eat more veggies, especially when eating out, our list of superb vegetarian restaurants will come in handy. Some of them offer vegan options, too. Enjoy! Plus! Exclusive to the digital edition: Watch a video of Team Shape in action at a FloatFit HIIT class. Also, get the recipes for the healthy desserts featured as well as view close-ups of the dresses and sneakers in this issue's fashion spread.

There’s travel inspiration galore in this issue. We’ve got a list of amazing fitness and wellness retreats worth splurging on. Best part is, they’re all in the Asia-Pacific region. If you’re more of an intrepid traveller, then the piece on the most adventurous activities you can do around the world will be more up your alley. With 2018 just around the corner, there’s no better time than now to start planning your next trip. Other good reads include the best facials in Singapore for glowing skin, and a workout sequence that strengthens and firms your body from top-to-toe. Enjoy! Plus! Exclusive to the digital edition: Check out our liquid lipstick recommendations. Also, get the recipes for the no-cook dishes featured as well as view close-ups of the bralettes in this issue's fashion spread.

In light of World Diabetes Day on November 14,  we’ve put together a series of stories on this silent killer. Read up on salient facts about the disease as well as learn how to reduce the odds of getting it through cultivating good lifestyle habits. Eating healthily – in particular, cutting down on refined carbohydrates and sugar – can help. Find out which local delights contain the most sugar, so that you can make an informed choice before your next hawker centre food fix. And as brown rice trumps white rice in terms of nutritional value, we highlight eateries with yummy brown rice dishes you have just got to try. Plus! Exclusive to the digital edition: Watch a video of Shape's fitness writer attempting the flying trapeze at Club Med Bintan. Also, get the recipes for the sweet and spicy dishes featured in this issue as well as find out which fruits and vegetables work best in flavouring water.

In this issue, we’ve put together a series of stories on eggs in celebration of World Egg Day on October 13. Find out how many eggs you can consume weekly without harming your health, and learn about the various types sold locally so that you can shop smarter at the supermarket. We also highlight the best brunch spots to get your egg fix, as well as different ways to cook this nutritious food. Speaking of food, this month's main recipe story shows you how you can make vegetables taste better and more flavourful. The piece covers cooking techniques, seasoning ideas and fun pairings. Plus! Exclusive to the digital edition: Watch a video of 20 plank variations for workout inspiration, and learn creative ways to use avocados. Also, read about non-dairy foods which are rich in calcium - handy if you're lactose intolerant or not fond of the taste of milk or milk products.

In this issue, we’ve put together a series of stories on heart health in celebration of World Heart Day on September 29. Learn to measure your heart rate and find out how tracking it can help you achieve your fitness goals. Speaking of fitness, we've got a full-body workout that’ll increase your metabolism and cardiovascular health. The connection between stress and the heart cannot be denied, so we got an expert to explain how and why too much stress affects your ticker. And if you experience palpitations now and then, turn to the piece where we cover the common causes of this condition. Aside from all that, we've got a spread on printed workout wear we love, yummy smoothie recipes and more. Plus! Exclusive to the digital edition: Watch a video of the Shape team's experience at Singapore's first bungee workout at Dancevault Studios, and take our quiz to find out if your stress levels are healthy or spiralling out of control. Also, Singapore's first professional female boxer Nurshahidah Roslie shares six effective exercises for stronger core muscles.

In this issue, we help you become a better runner in our Run Better, Recover faster special! Learn how to train smarter and improve your performance so that you can achieve a new PB. There are tips to care for your feet, cross-training recommendations and stretch classes in Singapore worth checking out. Aside from that, we've also got healthy pizza recipes, a workout sequence that helps you sculpt and strengthen your body, and a gorgeous fashion spread on pastel-hued sneakers. Plus! Exclusive to the digital edition: Watch a video of the Shape team's experience at Singapore's first rage room, in which you can break and smash things to your heart's desire. Also, Rihanna's trainer Jamie Granger shares the best fat-busting moves for your abs, butt and thighs.

In this issue, we help you work towards achieving a well-defined physique in our Total Body Tune-up special! Learn about the difference between muscle to fat so that you can optimise your workouts. Speaking of exercise, tone up from top-to-toe with the various workouts in this issue. We've got one that requires no equipment, so you can literally do it anywhere, anytime, while another sequence needs just a pair of dumbbells. Our cover girl, YouTube fitness star Cassey Ho, also created a routine just for Shape! The moves whittle your middle and sculpt your abs. Plus! Exclusive to the digital edition: Watch Cassey demonstrate the moves to her waist-shaping workout, and find out what happened when we put this new beauty fad of using hard-boiled eggs to apply foundation to the test!

In this issue, we help you get that beach body you've always wanted in our Summer Shape-Up special! Whether you’re heading to the pool or off for a resort getaway, we’ve got the essentials to look and feel good under the sun. Turn to the swimsuit spread to find out which bikinis and one-pieces best suit your shape. Also check out the tips on how to trim your waist. Let's not forget sunscreen as that's a must-have to protect your skin from harmful UV rays - we've got a list of recommendations. And if you could do with some help in the chest department, you’ve got to give TV host and yoga teacher Liv Lo’s upper body workout a go. If the exercises made this month's cover girl's boobs firmer and perkier, we want in on it too! Plus! Exclusive to the digital edition: Watch Liv Lo answer the trickiest questions while doing yoga, and in another video, she shares exercises that will boost your bust size!

In this issue, we want to help you achieve your fitness goals with our power-packed Sweat It Out special. We highlight some of the latest classes under an hour, so that you can make exercising during lunchtime a reality. Definitely check out the results of our annual Shape Shoe Awards if you're on the lookout for new kicks. We got a chance to test the newest trainers in the market and chose the best-performing ones as winners. As you shop for shoes, consider a new gym bag or workout wear. We cover the former in this month’s fashion spread and the latter in a visual story on motivational tees. Plus! Exclusive to the digital edition: Learn to do strength-training moves from Olympian Tia-Clair Toomey, take a closer look at the chic gym bags in our fashion spread, find out which dark chocolate brand won our taste test, and more!

In this issue, we've gone full on with workouts! Turn to the Train Mean special, which covers three kick-ass workouts. There’s high-intensity interval training that incorporates meditation, a muscle-boosting sequence, and sculpting moves combined with stretching with a foam roller. If you prefer being outdoors, then the hiking trail piece come in handy. The Shape team went around the island to suss out the best trails. And if you enjoy sweating it with your significant other, or want to start doing so, consider acroyoga. We find out what it's really like to try this form of yoga. Plus! Exclusive to the digital edition: Learn to do a beginner acroyoga sequence, view behind-the-scenes footaga from a Disney On Ice masterclass, and check out photos of the Shape-approved hiking trails.

In this issue, we’ve pulled together a Sleep Soundly! special in celebration of World Sleep Day on March 17. Start with the piece on how your health gets affected when you don’t get your eight hours daily over a prolonged period. Then find out which bad habits are stopping you from getting restful slumber. And look at research-backed methods that are said to help, from meditation to floatation therapy. Foodies, you might be pleased to know that we also have a piece on 10 delicious snacks that are totally fine to eat before bed as they help to ease you into sleep mode. Creating a stress-relieving pre-bedtime ritual helps too, and we’ve got the body and face products you need to make that happen. Plus! Exclusive to the digital edition: Videos featuring an effective arm-sculpting workout and a tap dancing sequence inspired by the movie La La Land.

In this issue, we help you get back into a regular routine as all the recent festivities may have affected your fitness regime and diet. Turn to our Start It Up special to make the transition easier. A must-read is the Flat Abs, Carved Core, Tight Legs workout. It’s perfect if you need to tone up flabby bits from top to toe. It entails eight ultra effective moves. What’s great is that no equipment is required so you can do the workout in the comfort of your home if heading to the gym seems like a chore. You’ll probably also be looking at eating healthily after indulging in festive goodies over the past month (or more). We’ve packed in many delicious recipes this month. There are easy lunches that you can take to the office, one-bowl wonders that’ll make fixing weekday dinners a breeze, and multi-coloured meals filled with our favourite veggies and fruits that’ll help you up your Instagram game. Plus! Exclusive to the digital edition: The best exercises to do to for a bikini body and the top countries to visit in 2017.

In this issue, we help you achieve your New Year's resolutions! Keen to shake things up workout-wise? Check out the results of the Shape Sports Awards 2017, where we reveal the best gym, yoga, pilates and bootcamp classes in Singapore. The start of the year is the perfect time to update your workout wardrobe so turn to our fashion spread for style inspiration. We've pulled together gorgeous looks using the newest activewear brands in town. As you might go makeup-free while you exercise, the piece on facial treatments that boost your skin’s radiance will come in handy. A positive mindset will also help you begin the year on the right note, so read the story on breaking free of negative thinking. Here’s to a happy, healthy year ahead! Plus! Exclusive to the digital edition: More photos from the Shape x Calvin Klein Performance event,  and a snapper ceviche recipe! 

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