Contents 2011Nov.

Cover Stories● Burn 500 Calories Extra

Every Week! Page 108

● Glowy Skin, Shiny Hair! Page 118

● Easy Money Page 76

● Flat-Belly Secrets: Footloose’s Julianne Hough Reveals Her No-Crunch Toners Page 28

● 25 Ways to Eat Healthier (Without Even Trying) Page 114

● Tasty, Slimming Recipes to Throw Together Tonight Page 124

● $63,564 Worth of Freebies! Throughout the issue

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Peppadews—think mini-peppers—pack a ton of nutrients in every bite, and you can fill them with cheese without any guilt!Carin Gorrell, nutrition director; “Welcome to Healthywood!” page 124

parTy plaTTerLove Your Novemberhave an active, Festive (and healthful!) november ...............33Three fun wintry workout tips; skin-soothing serums; teas that fight fat and fuel workouts

Easy BeautyFlash ............................................45Prolong perfume; tame tangles.your Top Color gripes…solved! ..46Budgetwise hair brighteners (whether you dye or not) self Fragrance awards .............52We tested every new scent this year to find your fave. Firmer skin! sleeker hair! pump up your looks ................118Whip your beauty routine into shape with the best get-gorgeous moves. Not one requires a trip to the gym!

Your StyleFlash ............................................ 67Time for a new metallic watch Warming Trends .........................68Chic coats for all figureslace, any place! .........................70Embrace lace on weekends, at brunch—even in the office.gentrified ................................. 128Borrow from the guys to give feminine style a fresh edge.

Fit BodyFlash ............................................ 75Rev metabolism; try a 5K.Body Bonus ................................ 76The fun, affordable fitness trick Dancing With a star .....................80Actress Kelly Monaco tests three hot workout classes. get the message ........................83Psych up to break a sweat with bold-statement tops.

slim in the gym .......................108We’ve taken the intimidation factor out of the top machines. Get ready to change your body.

Smart EatingFlash ............................................85Zen bites; sip wine and slim. Best of the Worst .......................86Have your pie and eat it, too.road-Food intervention ............88Hungry on the highway? Say yes to these fast food picks. 25 smart snacking secrets ....114Identify your noshing style to master mindful munching.Welcome to healthywood! .....124Grey’s Anatomy’s Jessica Capshaw serves up delish (and low-cal) holiday-party recipes.

Happy LifeThis is What selfy looks like ...................................28Julianne Hough, star of Footloose (and Dancing With the Stars) shares her top ab move.Take a Day for you! ................... 93Pamper yourself 16 ways, for as little as $5. You deserve it!

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On the CoverCover photograph, Kenneth Willardt. Creative director, Cynthia Searight; fashion director, evyan metzner; hair, peter Butler; makeup, leslie lopez for the Wall group; manicure, Donna D. for artistsBytimothypriano.com; prop styling, Cristina Forestier for artistsBytimothypriano.com. Sweater, american eagle outfitters. Shorts, Work Custom Jeans. red bracelets, Dannijo. Watch, tag Heuer. multicolored bracelet, elisa Solomon Jewelry. rings, robindira unsworth. Belt, What goes around Comes around. Hair products, paul mitchell; makeup products, Chanel. See get-it guide.

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Healthy YouFeel great, Celebrate! ..............101Skip stress, stave off sniffles, and stay merry all month long.The stranger reading your X-ray may Be 8,000 miles away ....... 136Could your scan be part of a scam? Lifesaving questions you must ask your doctor

In Every Issueeditor’s letter ............................ 16

self expression ........................ 40Permission to fail, granted. One woman learns how ditching unrealistic goals can lead to a dream life.

selfy stars ................................. 72Steal celebs’ style secrets. get-it guide ..............................143

a moment for yourself ............144

Dress like the boys; look like a lady. Menswear tailored to your figure, page 128

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snap To Win!One Sceptre Galaxy

series 24-inch LED HDTV ($400)

See it at Self.com.

Healthy YouFeel great, Celebrate! ..............101Skip stress, stave off sniffles, and stay merry all month long.The stranger reading your X-ray may Be 8,000 miles away ....... 136Could your scan be part of a scam? Lifesaving questions you must ask your doctor

In Every Issueeditor’s letter ............................ 16

self expression ........................ 40Permission to fail, granted. One woman learns how ditching unrealistic goals can lead to a dream life.

selfy stars ................................. 72Steal celebs’ style secrets. get-it guide ..............................143

a moment for yourself ............144

Dress like the boys; look like a lady. Menswear tailored to your figure, page 128

On the CoverCover photograph, Kenneth Willardt. Creative director, Cynthia Searight; fashion director, evyan metzner; hair, peter Butler; makeup, leslie lopez for the Wall group; manicure, Donna D. for artistsBytimothypriano.com; prop styling, Cristina Forestier for artistsBytimothypriano.com. Sweater, american eagle outfitters. Shorts, Work Custom Jeans. red bracelets, Dannijo. Watch, tag Heuer. multicolored bracelet, elisa Solomon Jewelry. rings, robindira unsworth. Belt, What goes around Comes around. Hair products, paul mitchell; makeup products, Chanel. See get-it guide.