Lady Gaga's Flat-Ab Moves and More

Get the moves! Try the toners that have made Lady Gaga, Katy Perry and Jennifer Hudson easy on the eyes. Win Lady Gaga’s fave earphones (worth $1,149!) Switch weight to left hand; repeat. Reach right elbow to left knee as you straighten right leg (as shown). Switch sides; repeat. Drop both legs to left, almost to floor (as shown), then lift back to center. Repeat on right side. Bend forward so torso is at a 45-degree angle to thighs (keep back straight)....

July 15, 2011 · 1 min · 180 words · Benjamin Park

My HealthySELF: Green Guru Suzy Amis Cameron's Happiness Secrets

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. “She could be sitting there and say, ‘Stop and look at the color of the sky!’ or ‘Look at the way this rose is unfurling!’ “I have a lot to be happy about in life.” Suzy Amis Cameron, R, on the new (mid-construction!) campus of her school, Muse, with her architect and contractors....

July 15, 2011 · 2 min · 349 words · Elizabeth Ortiz

Satisfying Summer Reads

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’s more, she somehow manages to make the whole thing hilarious. Will matriarch Alice betray her kids? The suspense will make the lazy summer days fly right by. ThinkSex and the Citywith smaller bank accounts and more Gap than Gucci. No matter where you are in life,Girlsis a magnetic, fast-paced read....

July 15, 2011 · 1 min · 120 words · Angela Williams

Star Hair Transformations

Gwen Stefani Fifteen years ago, this punk babe was topping the charts with No Doubt. Now Stefani is also a designer, glam style icon and mom! How to do Gwen’s braids at home! The singer shows off her softer side with a high-volume style and face-framing layers. See how this style looks on you! says Nettles, who styles her hair on tour. Maybe that’s why she traded in her lengthy golden waves for shorter, lower-maintenance layers....

July 15, 2011 · 1 min · 194 words · Christopher Moore

The Best Bras for Shoulder-Baring Styles

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. Halter Top, $78;AnnTaylor.com. Jeans, Juicy Couture, $158; 212-796-3360. $40;NuBra.com One-Shoulder Dress, $130;BananaRepublic.com. Bangle, Janna Conner Designs, $79;JannaConner.com. Affinitas Intimates, $32;HerRoom.com Strapless Dress, $62;Lulus.com. Earrings, $34;EmmaStine.com. Stylist tip: Match it to your dress. $58;VictoriasSecret.com Racerback Top, Volcom, $40;Shop.Volcom.com. Jeans, Joe’s, $169;JoesJeans.com. Earrings, $7;Forever21.com. Victoria’s Secret Pink, $37;VSPink....

July 15, 2011 · 1 min · 77 words · Alexandra Conway

Weekend-Getaway Outfit Essentials

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. $60;LandsEndCanvas.com. Fitted layers let you dress for sultry days and breezy nights and still look lean. Sweater, $70;BananaRepublic.com. Top, $20;Gap.com. Floral jeans are as practical as their blue cousins but have more personality. Jeans, $90;Topshop.com. Belt, Cleobella, $77;ASweetOnline.com Kicks, meet Crocs! Wear these, then hose them down....

July 15, 2011 · 2 min · 217 words · Joseph Meyer

Your Burn Fat Faster Plan

We heart the GymBoss ($20;GymBoss.comor download the free app). Rest for 10 seconds. Repeat the 20-10 cycle a total of 8 times for each of the 8 moves. Complete this workout three times per week. Do “Feel-Good Fat Burners” to reach your 2-pounds-a-week goal. Fat jeans, your days are numbered! Step 2 Bring right knee toward chest and tap right foot with left hand (as shown). Repeat on opposite side, for 1 rep....

July 15, 2011 · 1 min · 199 words · Brent Boyd

Zooey Deschanel's Guideto a Happy and Healthy Life

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 a Can-Do Attitude “Don’t overthink. If it feels right, do it!” Inspired to do a little introspection? “I can hula-hoop for hours!” (No jokeshe hooped it up at the cover shoot.) “Stop and ask yourself a few questions, and think about you.” Your answer might pinpoint what will most fulfill you going forward....

July 15, 2011 · 2 min · 288 words · Destiny Cox

Flatter Abs in 5 Minutes!

We’ve got 10 killer moves that’ll whittle your middle. Pick your faves and spend just five minutes most days to get the abs you want. Return to start for 1 rep. Repeat. Drop hips and swing them back between arms, sliding heels and keeping legs straight. Return to start for 1 rep. Repeat. Repeat with left arm, then reverse move to return to start, for 1 rep. Repeat. Switch sides to complete 1 rep....

July 13, 2011 · 2 min · 241 words · Roger Brooks

Masterchef Week 6 Recap & Whitney Miller's Vanilla Profiterole Recipe

Whitney Miller won the first season of MasterChef and is sharing her insider knowledge with us! This week, the chefs go Hollywood, plus Whitney shares her Vanilla Profiterole recipe. It was worth it because they came out perfectly the second time around." After tasting this uniquely delicious version of bananas foster, the judges declared it the hands-down winner. In a small bowl, sift the flour, 1/2 teaspoon granulated sugar, and salt....

July 13, 2011 · 4 min · 687 words · Michael Robinson

Yoga For Beginners (Plus 4 Moves To Feel Long & Lean Now!)

Yogaisn’t just a cult of Lululemon-wearing, downward dogging, hand standing, “OM” chanting yogis. Themeditativepractice establishes a deep mind/body connection which increases flexibility and sculpts a strong, toned physique. Heck you don’t even have to own ayoga mat! developed Flowmotion to appeal to non-traditional yogis and newbies alike. It is dynamic movement rooted in a legitimate foundation," Sarah says. Yoga SquatSquats are functional and therapeutic. Stand at the front of your mat with your feet the width of your mat....

July 13, 2011 · 3 min · 445 words · Stephanie Brown

4 Features Your Sports Bras Must Have (From Oprah's "Bra Whisperer")

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 trouble: If you head to nonspecific shop, you flounder on your own. “But that’s actually theworstway to get support.” If we can reduce breast movement with a sports bra, we can reduce those effects. It’s even more significant than wearing the right regular bra everyday....

July 12, 2011 · 2 min · 217 words · Patricia Delgado

10 Workout Secrets (From Experts Who Learned The Hard Way!)

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 neither are our workouts. So you don’t have to learn the hard way! A guy walked by and said “KISS, man!” Keep It Simple, Stupid. Eat clean, work out hard. After our private, I used her restroom and noticed I had total racoon eyes!...

July 11, 2011 · 2 min · 393 words · Alan Arellano