Shape_Singapore_June_2017

From The Editor’s Desk
Fun in the sun
Since completing my first marathon earlier this year, I’ve
been looking for another challenge to conquer. I’m not
ready for another race just yet, so I’ve decided to improve
on my swimming skills. It doesn’t sound as impressive as
running 42km, but I’m not as water confident as I’d like to be, and
would like to particularly work on the freestyle technique.
Plus, swimming is an activity that’s good for you in more ways
than one. It builds endurance and cardiovascular fitness, but
isn’t as hard on your body as, say, running. Being in water is also
calming. You can literally feel your stress melt away with every
stroke you take. Another benefit: You’ll also feel comfortable
doing water sports, like diving, snorkelling and wakeboarding.
Speaking of water sports, read all about jet blading on pg 48.
Writer Estelle tries this fun new activity on Sentosa that literally
lets you “fly” above the sea. If you’re already good at swimming,
read the piece Up Your Pool Game on pg 40 to uncover how
you can work your muscles harder at every session and torch
more calories.
Whenever you’re doing any of the outdoor activities
mentioned, it goes without saying that staying safe from the sun’s
harmful rays is key. It takes a while to find the right sunscreen, and
we make the search easier with recommendations on pg 50.
Lastly, to ensure you look and feel good by the pool or on the
beach, check out the swimsuit spread on pg 43 which groups
bikinis and one-pieces based on your body type. And if you could
do with some help in the chest department, you’ve got to give
TV host and yoga teacher Liv Lo’s upper-body workout a go (turn
to pg 14). If the exercises made her boobs firmer and perkier, we
want in on it too! Happy reading.
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