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October 04, 2022 Issue

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Health
Here’s How I Safely Lost 80 Pounds in 10 Months
Plus, my husband dropped 65 — and we did it all with no gym, personal trainer or fancy exercise equipment, no diet pills, and no costly diet programs.
By Lynnette Khalfani-Cox
, September 30, 2022
6 Min Read
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Health
7 Ways to Help Keep the Pounds Off
Whether we’re celebrating reaching a weight loss milestone or starting over after a setback, these tips can help us avoid the dreaded yo-yo effect.
By Editor in Chief Claire McIntosh
, September 30, 2022
3 Min Read
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Health
A Mini Walk a Day Keeps the Doctor Away
After you eat a snack or a big meal, it’s tempting to just sink into a chair and relax, especially at the end of a long day. The longer you sit, the more likely you are to reach for a second helping or dessert. But getting up and getting active instead, even for just a few minutes, could have a…
By Ziba Kashef
, September 30, 2022
3 Min Read
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Music
We’re Puttin’ On the HIITs With This Funky Fitness Playlist
The right beats can keep you motivated to burn, baby, burn. Our energetic and nostalgic mix of mid- and up-tempo hits is perfect for a high-intensity interval training (HIIT) workout.
By Tracy E. Hopkins
, September 30, 2022
1 Min Read
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Health
7 Sisters Who Are Shaping the Conversation About Black Women’s Bodies
We’re grateful to Serena, Lizzo, Laverne, Debbie, Michelle and others for reminding us that no matter our shape, size, age or coloring, we are beautiful.
By Carlett Spike
, October 3, 2022
5 Min Read
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