Top Get-Fit Toys And Apps

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. For The Runner Don’t distract yourself from your run by constantly checking a smartphone or wristband. “It’s excellent for accountability.” For The Outdoorsy key in Head into the wild without taking unnecessary risks. A free version is also available, but limits users to just one routine....

November 14, 2013 · 1 min · 99 words · James Sheppard

Transform Your Butt in Five Moves

His mix of moves are based on his NFL-inspired Training C.A.M.P. class, new at Crunch gyms. (Perk: This also tones thighs.) You’ll Need:An ankle resistance band. And something clingy to show off all that hard work. How:Do 3 sets of each move three times a week on alternate days. Tough but worth it. Explode up and repeat on opposite side. Continue quickly for 30 seconds. Catch Air Stand with feet together, arms down in front of you, band around ankles....

November 14, 2013 · 1 min · 153 words · Nicole Schneider

Treat Yourself: "To Me, From Me Gifts"

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. Pop it under your tree and say, “Oh is that for me?” We won’t tell. Give yourself some cold-weather rehab withJurlique Handcare Miniature Essentials Set, $25. It comes with four hand lotions infused with notes of rose, lavender, citrus and jasmine. Plus, each tube is packed with all-natural, skin calming essential oils to heal and hydrate skin....

November 14, 2013 · 2 min · 294 words · Elizabeth Graves

Work It, Wear It: A Better Butt for Coated Denim

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. Work It, Wear It: Denim Dothese movesto get a firm, lifted tush. Then, start shopping for that perfect pair ofcoated denim jeans. Get grounded:Position feet shoulder-width apart and slightly turned out with your weight on heels. You should be able to wiggle toes. Open up:Place hands behind head....

November 14, 2013 · 1 min · 197 words · Melissa Christian

Work It, Wear It: Sexy Strapless Arms

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. Work It, Wear It: Strapless Dothese movesto get strong, sexy, svelte arms. Then, start shopping for that perfect holiday-appropriatestrapless dress. Triangle Push-Up Works: triceps, shoulders, chest, abs Start in a plank. Walk hands together so thumbs and forefingers form a triangle. Do a complete push-up (as shown) for 1 rep....

November 14, 2013 · 2 min · 218 words · Anna Norris

You Need a Luxe Sweatshirt This Season

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. This Is How You Do It Stick to one color palette, like black and white. Sweatshirt, W118 by Walter Baker, $158; Macy’s. Shirt, Paul Smith Black Label, $460;PaulSmith.co.uk. Pants, $295;Tibi.com. Sunglasses, $165;WestwardLeaning.com. !Forever21.com Chilled-Out Bling Heather gray never looked so not-warm-ups. Rebecca Minkoff, $198; 212-677-7829...

November 14, 2013 · 2 min · 224 words · Erin Perkins

Nashville's Clare Bowen on How She Stays Active and Her Secret Party Trick

This is the totally gorgeous blonde, Clare Bowen, who stars as sweet-as-pie Scarlett O’Connor onNashville. Her sport of choice: horseback riding! We chatted with Clare for ourNovember issueand here are a few more of her feel-good secrets. So cool that you horseback ride! What do you love about it? I’ve been riding since I was about three or four years old. And I realized I hadn’t been riding. So I found this place that rescues horses and started going three or four times a week....

November 13, 2013 · 2 min · 408 words · Kevin Hoover

Sleepy Hollow's Katia Winter on Martial Arts, Good Chocolate, and Her Secret Dream Career

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. Who’s psyched for FOX’sSleepy Hollowto return tonight? SLEEPY HOLLOW: Katia Winter as Katrina Crane. SLEEPY HOLLOW premieres Monday, Sept. 16 (9:00-10:00 PM ET/PT) on FOX. ©2013 Fox Broadcasting Co. CR: Michael Lavine/FOX (Love ya, World Series, but we need our good TV back.) We got a chance to chat with Katia Winter, who stars as Katrina, Ichabod’s witchy wife....

November 4, 2013 · 3 min · 433 words · Mrs. Emily Christensen

You CAN Run a Marathon: SELF's First-Timer Shares Her Top Race-Day Tips

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. (What better way to show you’ve still got it?) After yesterday’s ING NYC Marathon, it’s slashed off her bucket list! Below, she gives you all you gotta know to ace one yourself. Ok, most important question, no matter the event: What did you wear?...

November 4, 2013 · 2 min · 307 words · Roger Leach

Wake Up Gorgeous With These 10 Overnight Treatments

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. Give beauty sleep a whole new meaning. Getty Images/Martin Barraud Mega Moisture Sleeping masks are the new gold standard when your super-dry skin needs a shock. Jart+ Water fuse Water-Max Sleeping Mask, $48. Rewind Time Fine lines? We like the latestAvon ANEW Clinical Skinvincible Deep Recovery Cream, $36....

October 17, 2013 · 1 min · 128 words · John Moreno

"I Have a Strong, Athletic Body. I Wish I Loved It."

She gave me her card and told me to set up a meeting. Then, as now, I was an athlete and exercised daily. The agent I met said he loved my look, but my legs were too “strong.” I explained that I was a national-champion squash player. “Quit squash,” he said. “Then come back and see me.” At 20, I was scouted by another agency. After looking at my head shots, this booker asked me to stand....

October 16, 2013 · 2 min · 398 words · Curtis Johnson

5 Facial Hair Flubs (and How to Fix Them!)

“The coverage will look more natural.” Next time:First, choose small curved brow scissors, which will hug the shape of your browbone. It won’t look goopy or obvious like a gel, which can actually make hairs stiffer. Next time:Relegate the razor to your legs and wax errant head hair. Strands removed at the root grow back with a pointed tip that lies flatter. They’ll produce finer strands you may not need to remove at all....

October 16, 2013 · 2 min · 224 words · Stephen Garcia

Best Dry Shampoos for Your Lunchtime Workout

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. Apply With Ease Need to salvage sweat-soaked strands with minimal amenities? TryShu Uemura Art of Hair Volume Maker, $48. Just shoot and swipe in circular motions to cut grease and boost bounce. Thishandy refresher, $20, packs the whole shebang into one and fits into the tiniest of totes....

October 16, 2013 · 2 min · 263 words · John Vaughan