In the News: You got it from your mama

You've heard it for years, from those random passersby that say you look just like your mother and even from songs (remember Will.I.Am's "I Got it From My Mama"?) But just how much can you expect to inherit from your Mom? It's expected...

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3 ways to get in a last-min pre-Halloween workout!

Piles of candy can make a girl feel sluggish. Skip the slog and try these 3 fab ways to feel amazing before the caramel-apple crush on Monday. 1. Try this spooky workout from the Tone It Up girls OK, it's not that scary...

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When's the best time to workout?

Daily exercise is important to stay healthy, but the time of day you fit in your workout can also impact your well-being. The ideal time differs from girl to girl, so you’ve gotta figure out when it feels best for you. It takes a...

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Lose a pound, gain a pound?

I’m 10 years old and I just hit puberty. I know you’re supposed to start gaining weight, but I’ve noticed that one day I gain a pound, and the next I lose it. Should I be worried? Puberty is a crazy stage...

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Fun fall workouts to sneak in without thinking about it!

This fall season, get a workout without even knowing it! Some activities that you would do already can be just as fulfilling as a boring workout at the gym or a run by lonesome. After you won't even realize how beneficial they are because...

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I want to change my body shape

Is there any way I can change my body shape? I have a pear shape, but I would like to have a banana figure or an hourglass. A girl’s body shape is typically driven by genetics. Take a look at your mom...

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My buds are busting on my bod

My friends keep calling me “flat-chested” and “skin and bones” because I am skinny. I try to be happy with my body but they keep making me feel more self-conscious! How do I make them shut up and worry about themselves instead of...

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4 last-minute tricks for a bikini bod by Labor Day

Heading to the beach or an end-of-summer pool party? Here’s how to look and feel your best by the weekend. It’s doable, we promise. 1. Ditch the “treat” mentality. It’s easy to get into the habit of treating ourselves at every pass. Aced a...

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I'm underweight. What now?

I am 30 pounds underweight. I eat and workout the same amount as my friends, but while they gain weight, I don't. Why is this happening, and how can I start gaining weight? You’re right that it’s not good to be underweight...

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Battle the bulge

When Dr. Fox told us obesity is the leading cause of preventable death in America, it ran shivers down our spines. Considering nearly 20% of Americans under 19 are overweight, obesity is a major health concern for teens and...

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