Real Me Versus Facebook Me

You might think that I’m hoping for news of a desperately needed organ donation. I’m waiting to see if a woman I’ll call Jane has acknowledged my response to her tweet. A chubby girl I know posts pictures of herself taken only at certain (aka slimming) angles. She also instantly detags images that don’t give off the alluring vibe she’s after. I get all this. I wasn’t the shy version of unpopular, one of those wallflowers who melts into the scenery....

August 16, 2012 · 3 min · 548 words · Ms. Amanda Hanson

Stand-Up Paddleboard Workout

A SUPer Bod Awaits You’ve seen everyone SUPing.Rihanna,Cameron, maybe even your mom? And you’ll fire more muscles than you knew you had. That means speedier sculpting, not to mention a crazy-fun way to earn killer abs, arms and legs. Your expert:Hottie Hamptons trainer and SUP instructor Juris Kupris (at left). He does this water workout with all of his clients and swears everybody nails it on day one. Check out his daily fit tips@Juriskupris....

August 16, 2012 · 2 min · 350 words · Timothy Jackson

How SELF's Favorite Celebrities Give Back

A portion of proceeds goes to children and families in need via Baby2Baby, her company’s nonprofit partner. They were all over her face. It was a moment of terror." “Thankfully, Honor was OK, but it was so crazy, and I felt guilty afterward. I worried that I’d poisoned my daughterand these were eco-diapers! The more research I did, the more irritated I got. Most parents don’t have time to do all this researchthey need a company with products they can trust....

August 13, 2012 · 4 min · 743 words · Marie Howard

Kettlebell Routine to Get Long and Lean in 25 Minutes

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. And we love it when a fitness expert is able to create something truly unique with them, too. Lorna Kleidman, three-time world kettlebell champion has done just that with her new class, KettleX. KettleX at homeUse a 15- or 20-pound kettlebell for the following routine....

August 13, 2012 · 2 min · 326 words · Robert Stephenson

Women Doing Good

They began to drag-race at 90 mph and hit a tree. Cohen was left a quadriplegic. “I’d love to walk again, of course. But if I could regain full use of my hands, my life would change 2,000 percent. There’s so much potential for breakthroughs via stem cell research. The goal is to replace damaged cells with healthy ones, so people can recover some functioning.” “Everyone wants miracles, but I’d rather promise something real....

August 13, 2012 · 5 min · 949 words · Laurie Lawson

My HealthySELF: Olympic Gold Medalist Summer Sanders Talks Swimming, Cereal and Hangin' With Michelle Obama

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. Have you been cheering on the U.S. women’s swim team? Female athletes have really stood out at the Games this year. For the first time, Team USA had more women on the team than men. Any other special moments for you in London? A highlight of my experience in London was actually sitting with first lady Michelle Obama....

August 10, 2012 · 3 min · 499 words · William Rush

3 Moves to Make You a Better (and Safer) Runner

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. The sport of running is more popular than ever. “Stability needs to be built from the bottom up,” says Dicharry. “Changing your muscle memory is all about making the muscles smarter.” Improve your lateral hip stability from the muscles in the back of the hip, not the front....

August 8, 2012 · 2 min · 262 words · Renee Carlson

Total-Body Circuit Workout (Heidi Klum is a Fan!)

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. Celebs likeHeidi Klum, Maria Shriver and Emmy Rossum are flocking to Burn 60 in Brentwood, California. Warm-up with a 15-minute run, jog or speed walk. Keeping all of your weight on the front foot, sink your hips and squat down (bottom). When squatting, focus on your front knee....

August 7, 2012 · 1 min · 198 words · Kyle Lambert

Inspired by Gymnastics? Try Slimnastics!

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. We couldn’t be more proud of the U.S. Women’s Gymnastics team (GoGabby! This move builds core strength, focus, and upper-body strength. Your foot will be near your left shoulder, and your knee will be near your right. Sit up tall and hug the leg in to open and stretch the right glute and outer thigh....

August 6, 2012 · 2 min · 285 words · Cheryl Bailey

My HealthySELF: 'Magnificent Seven' Gymnast Dominique Moceanu Talks 'Fab Five,' Reuniting With Long-Lost Sister

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. The success of the “Fab Five” at theOlympicsthis week (go team USA!) HS: Have you been rooting for the “Fab Five”? HS: Were you watching on Tuesday when the team won the gold medal? Do you relate to Gabby, who at 16 is only two years older than you were in 1996?...

August 3, 2012 · 2 min · 366 words · Caroline Moses

8 Tasty and Healthy Recipes for Your Olympics Party

If necessary, and taking care not to slice peppers open, pare bottoms so they sit flat. In a food processor, blend cheeses, scallions and 2 tbsp parsley. In a bowl, season cheese mixture with salt and black pepper. Pipe cheese evenly into each pepper. Sprinkle tops with remaining 2 tbsp parsley. Spread a layer of cheese mixture on each daikon slice; top with salmon and garnish with chives. Tilt pitcher and pour Cava very slowly down side (to preserve bubbles)....

August 1, 2012 · 2 min · 358 words · Christopher Patterson

The Rock Star Guide to a SELF-y Life

Find out how the stars stay cool and collected–then steal their secrets to maximize your warm months! I think I’ll be running until I’m 80! Best body part: “My legs. I’m proud!” Best advice: “Try out new things all the time. It keeps you from getting into a rut of a boring routine. Healthiest habit: “Green tea and water, all day, every day.” De-stressing secret: “Lounging in front of the TV in my comfiest pajamas–such a luxury!...

July 31, 2012 · 4 min · 661 words · Michael Hendricks

My HealthySELF: Olympic Women's Soccer Captain Christie Rampone on Her Favorite Gym Workouts and Learning From Her Mistakes

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. and how she learns from her mistakes. Christie Rampone is a spokeswoman for FRS Healthy Performance products. Photo credit: FRS. How have you been preparing for the London 2012 Olympics? The U.S. Women’s Soccer Team has been training since October 2011 for the London 2012 Olympics....

July 27, 2012 · 2 min · 373 words · Olivia Fox