Feel Fabulous After 40

The ultimate guide to feeling better than ever

It used to be that every woman dreaded getting older. Achy knees, gray hairs, and somehow always forgetting where you put those (insert swear word here) car keys. But now? Women are realizing that life doesn't stop at 40. In fact, it only gets better.

To prove it, we scoured research from the world's leading experts to bring you breakthrough insights on the small steps you can take to maximize your health and happiness for decades. We broke our findings into these five handy categories; click through the links for genius ways to keep getting better: 

1. The Body Beautiful
To fight the sings of aging, you have to first understand what's really going on. Here's your guide to four essential systems and how to take care of them for a lifetime:

    2. The Fitness Formula
    Does the fountain of youth exist at the gym? It very well might. Check out our ultimate exercise plan to keep your heart healthy, your bones strong, your mind sharp, and your skin glowing.

    3. Colors Of Health
    Fuel yourself every day with these 5 hues of age-fighting antioxidants to keep you going strong. 

    4. The Happiness Factor
    Scientists know that positive people are happier people. Here's how to tap into your bright side (even if it's been a while since you've seen yours).

    5. The Longevity Zones
    Talk about inspiring! Meet three women from all over the worldwho are living the ideals of a long and happy life.

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