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Why Run?
We spoke to scores of women about why they lace up and how you – even if you’re new – can reap more benefits from every kay. Read their stories, make a plan and chart your own course...
How Are We Doing?
We are in a global crisis that is getting worse by the year. By 2030 almost half of the world’s population will be overweight or obese if present trends continue. But what is the state of obesity in SA? And more importantly how did we get here?
Slay Your Inner Quitter
She’s the reason you hit snooze, flake from fitness plans and give up on that diet three days in. She’s your inner quitter – and she’s lazy AF. Especially as winter draws nearer. Here’s how to keep yours quiet
The Mom Divide
Can your relationship with your bestie survive one of you having a baby? Yes... But it’s complicated, say two lifelong pals. Their story reveals how parenthood changed their friendship in ways they never expected
The Gift of Gab
Her odd-girl-out past. Her ambivalent relationship with exercise. Her unrelenting quest for roles that mean something, dammit! Gabrielle Union, the star of Being Mary Jane and the new thriller Sleepless, is letting her hair down and letting loose
Your Body
Running builds endurance, challenges the muscles – and has some pretty bizarre effects on your mind and body. Here, local and international athletes tell all. Their knowledge = your power
How My Body Changed...And How It Changed Me
What if the only way to save your life was to alter your body drastically? Would you still feel like yourself? And what would it be like to see yourself naked again for the first time? Three women who have undergone major physical transformations opened up to WH about their new realities, in all their unvarnished glory. And now they’re triumphantly showing their bodies in the hopes of empowering other women.
Food For Thought
Researchers have made a mind-boggling discovery: the same junk-food diet that bulges your waistline and rots your teeth may be damaging your mind too. Women’s Health investigates an emerging theory: diabetes of the brain
WH's Modern Guide To Spa Etiquette
It’s all lavender-scented massages and rose-petalled foot baths... Until you rip a fart or get accosted by product pushers. Turn down the Enya, tune in to this insider intel and (actually) relax
Your Body On... Attending A Wedding
Here comes the bride… And a slew of mind-body changes. What to expect after you RSVP – for better or worse
The Kite Runner
Pro kitesurfer Michelle Hayward threw caution to the wind, quit her job and pursued an athletic career. Read on for a course in burning the rule book
WTF... Is The Nuvaring
These days rings are so much more than just pretty adornments and as much as we love a good gift, this is like no band we’ve ever come across
Tell Us Anything
Find your strong, I’ve been battling with infertility for several years and have tried everything – from complementary therapies to in-vitro fertilisation.
Rock 'n' Roll
Lace up for a crash course in the most hard-core women’s sport you’ve probably never heard of
Your Body On ...Being Dumped
It’s not you, it’s me... This is the one time people are actually willing to take the blame, but unfortunately your heart takes the strain – literally!
Zing!
The days are getting shorter... But your energy levels needn’t ebb along with them. Here, eight ways to recharge your mojo.
All My Orgasms
As you live through new loves, breakups, long-term coupledom and parenthood, your O undergoes its own evolution. Follow our guide to maximising your pleasure at key points in your life.
Work-Life Balance Is A Sham
It’s time to blow this outdated idea to smithereens! Attaining perfect harmony just isn’t possible. And knowing that is the first step to more bliss, better health and greater success.
In conversation with... Jessica Marais
SA-born, Aussieraised Jessica Marais is making waves across the seas with her hot new drama TV series and living life successfully as a single mom...
Gwynergy!
Yep, Gwyneth Paltrow knows how to get everyone’s attention, calling beauty and wellness trends years before the world catches on. And now the actress-turned-health-sage is letting us in on the next big things. We’re listening…
Feed Your Face
You spend a lot of time thinking about how to feed your body, now it’s time to think about how to use food to nourish your face.
3 Ways To Burn More Fat
Don’t curse a sluggish system – crank up your metabolism and boost your kilojoule-burning potential with these three body-revving workouts
Sneak Attack
Hitting the tarmac, heading to the gym or planning to trail up the mountain? We’ve got the shoes to suit every occasion.
Branch Out
For decades, the Japanese have used “forest bathing” – mindful time spent among trees – to recharge their bodies and still their minds. Take a leaf out of their book and nature-walk your stress away
Why Bailing Is Actually Bad For You
When your diary is so full it makes you nauseous, cancelling last minute feels like sweet relief. But what impact is your increasingly unreliable lifestyle actually having on your happiness?
Pack Like A Pro
Everything you need, half the luggage. Welcome to the magical world of artful packing – and your most hassle-free holiday ever
Is Sitting On Santa's Lap
It doesn’t matter whether you’ve been naughty or nice, spice up your sex life with this hot position that will jingle both your bells
Your Body On…HOLIDAY CLICHÉS
It’s time to give these traditions a new name: health boosters. What exactly happens when you...
Does Your Hair Need Sunblock?
Yep, it does. Time to up your SPF (Strand Protection Factor)
Key To A Killer Complexion Starts In The Belly
Want naturally glowing skin? Then look beyond the surface. Experts now believe the key to a killer complexion actually starts in the belly.