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The new health products our editors are excited about for May

Trim your abs, boost your digestive health and improve your posture with our favourite health finds of the month!
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Photo, Erik Putz.

What We're excited about | Health | May 2014'

1. A flatter tummy without crunches!

Get ready to roll your way to swimsuit-worthy abs with this new training wheel. Simply hold the handles, and, on your knees, push forward and back. It forces you to engage your entire core, improving posture and soothing back pain in a single swoosh.

Jogi Ab Wheel, $15, Superstore. 

Jogi Ab WheelPhoto, Erik Putz.

2. Eating plans that get results

Here’s another way to kick-start your summer shape-up. Our new ebook, Do Diet: A Simple Plan to Eat Great! Lose Weight! ($6), is filled with fun, speedy ideas to slim down; a seven-day detox; easy workouts; and more than 70 healthy recipes. Get inspired by the story of one reader who lost 60 pounds on our plan!

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3. A new tool for perfect posture

Just an inch long, this cool device discreetly snaps to your clothes (or bra). When you slouch, the tiny sensor vibrates to remind you to straighten up. So simple! So genius!

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Lumo Life Posture tool, $99, Lumo Body Tech.  

The new health products our editors are excited about for MayPhoto, Erik Putz.

4. High-energy super-seeds

It’s never been easier to get more fibre and protein. Sprinkle this Canadian-made mixture of organic seeds (chia, hemp, flax and more) on anything from yogurt to salad for a satisfying crunch that curbs appetite and boosts energy.

Rå Energy Seeds, from $12. For more, discover creator Adam Hart’s ways to live healthier here

The new health products our editors are excited about for MayPhoto, Erik Putz.

5. The printed trend

Stand out from the pack in these head-turning workout clothes.

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Flirty and floral 
Designed by Heidi Klum, these pretty iridescent running shorts mix fashion and function, with a built-in liner that won’t ride up.

HKNB Shorts, $55, New Balance.

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The new health products our editors are excited about for MayPhoto, Erik Putz.

Colourful camo

Take a trip (but don’t fall!) in these slim-fit psychedelic pants that wick away sweat and have just enough stretch to stay in place.

Capris, $70, Under Armour.

The new health products our editors are excited about for MayPhoto, Erik Putz.

Marble marvel

Hit the streets in a roomy hoodie with batwing sleeves and hidden pockets within pockets for a laid-back run.

Adidas by Stella McCartney hoodie, $310, Sporting Life.

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The new health products our editors are excited about for MayPhoto, Erik Putz.

Painterly clouds

Tie-dye takes on a decidedly chic look in this breezy top. Bonus: It’s extra long to keep you covered no matter which way you bend or move.

Top, $50, Reebok.

The new health products our editors are excited about for MayPhoto, Erik Putz.

Stars and stripes

Japanese artist Yuko Kanatani has brought joy to the basic sports bra with her kaleidoscope-inspired designs.

Sports bra, $90, Nike.

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Follow the jump for more great spring fitness gear.

The new health products our editors are excited about for MayPhoto, Erik Putz.

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