Is there any way to make my big feet smaller?

I'm 14 and in my freshman year, and my feet are size 14 womens. I hate having to get boys' shoes and never being able to wear heels or girly shoes. Is there a surgery to make my feet smaller? Up until...

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7 ways to feel great about Y-O-U

Everyone has days when things just don’t go their way, so if you’re feelin’ a little off, chances are you’re not alone. But that doesn’t mean that you should find all of those other people who are feelin’ blue and have a pity...

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Gene pool: How to beat obesity

My family has a long history of being obese. They usually start gaining weight during high school. I try to stay as active as possible so this won’t happen—is there a way for me to not turn out like them? Dear...

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Expert tips for gettin' fit this school year

The key to feeling awesome isn’t looking like a model—it’s all about feeling comfy in your own skin. One of teen fitness expert Kathie Dolgin’s favorite ways to do that is to get and stay in shape by making exercise part of our...

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Look amazing (and feel fab) when ya hit the halls

Teen health and fitness guru and Energy Up! founder Kathie Dolgin is taking over GL’s Facebook page this Thursday at 6 p.m. EST to help you rule the school. What’s the secret to ruling the school? Struttin’ your stuff with major confidence Kathie...

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What's wrong with your shape? (Hint: Nothing!)

Shapewear is a term that’s used to describe tight-fitting undergarments, like Spanx, that make the body appear thinner by keeping tummies and curves tucked in and smoothed over. Spanx used to be thought of as only for older women, but now, girls as...

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Risky Business: Would you take a pill to lose weight?

It’s been more than a dozen years since the FDA approved a weight-loss drug, but the day has come and the new pill, Belviq, will be hitting pharmacy counters near you soon, Reuters reports. Weight-loss drugs have been notoriously risky...

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20 real girl tips for major bikini confidence

Worried about how you’ll look in your bikini this summer? Don’t fret: We’ve got real GL girl tips to boost your confidence faster than you can say “cannonball!” Love this post? You’ll heart these, too! » Hot how-tos...

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Bikini blues: Guys won't stop gawking!

I am 12, but my body looks a lot older. Guys never talk to me or hang out with me…until I have on a bathing suit. When I go to the pool with my girl friends, I am usually correct when I...

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10 easy ways to look smokin' in a swimsuit

With the end of school and the start of summer quickly approaching, the stress of homework and tests finally disappears, hooray! But for many babes a new stress arises: wearing a swimsuit. The thought of putting on a swimsuit for the...

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