The new health products our editors are excited about for May
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.
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!
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!
Lumo Life Posture tool, $99, Lumo Body Tech.
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.
5. The printed trend
Stand out from the pack in these head-turning workout clothes.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Stars and stripes
Japanese artist Yuko Kanatani has brought joy to the basic sports bra with her kaleidoscope-inspired designs.
Sports bra, $90, Nike.
Follow the jump for more great spring fitness gear.
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