Yes, it’s a bold claim, but one we stand by! Age is just a number and how we show up in fitness, beauty and life isn’t defined by the number of candles on our birthday cake. The May/June 2025 issue, dropping just in time for the long weekend (you’re welcome 😉), is packed with bite-sized advice to help you glow and stay strong at every stage.
From mobility-focused yoga for your head, shoulders and knees to anti-inflammatory foods that keep joint niggles in check, this ‘Fit At Any Age’ edition is stacked with expert tips to help you move better, feel stronger and thrive – whatever your age.
“We’ve been sold the idea that after a certain age, fitness, beauty and vitality start to fade. But science, experience and real-life powerhouses like Hilary prove that strength, endurance and glow are timeless when you train for longevity, fuel yourself well and embrace the wisdom that comes with every lap around the sun,” says Gotlhokwang Angoma-Mzini, Editor
A Mile In Hilary Swank’s Shoes
“Most people might be like, ‘Aren’t you worried that you’re now 50 and there’s not a lot of jobs?’ I’m like, ‘No, I have more offers now than I’ve ever had,’” says actress Hilary Swank. Honestly, we can’t think of anyone best suited to grace the cover of our May/June 2025, themed ‘Fit At Any Age’, than a woman who’s unapologetically living life on her own terms – and dancing to her own health and wellness tune!
Weightlifting At Any Age
First things first: Cast your insecurities aside because weightlifting is for eeerrrbody! While there isn’t a straightforward formula to ageing like the most sought-after wine, our experts swear by strength training 🤞🏽. But…hold up! It isn’t as straightforward as picking up a heavily-loaded barbell. To quell any intimidation that you may be entertaining, follow our detailed guide to building strength from your 20s right through to your 60s and beyond. The benefits are plenty!
Keep Inflammation At Bay
We’re helping you combat inflammation with a selection of yummy dishes in Meals That Heal on page 108. Carefully crafted using anti-inflammatory foods, these recipes are sure to help your body heal from the inside – therefore improving your overall health and potentially relieving symptoms of certain chronic conditions.
Wellness Special
Welcome to our first-ever Wellness Special! Gone are the days of women’s wellness concerns occupying the backseat (when we make up roughly half the population – the nerve!). Technology is fast rising to the fore with solutions that promise to help women take control of their physical and mental health. Get in on the action with everything from futuristic health tracking apps and innovations that aim to make that time of the month comfy to sex toys that seem to understand our needs and supplements that will level up your wellness game – and more!
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Cover Search 2025
It’s back! Cover Search 2025 entries officially open on 1 May 2025. And if last year is anything to go by, you’re in for a seriously inspiring experience. The 2024 edition blew us away! We met women of all ages, backgrounds and body types – each bringing their own fire and story to the mix.
We’ll be sharing photos and videos from the last round to give you a taste of what to expect – and hopefully give you that little nudge to enter. We’re looking for a healthy and fit role model; someone with the combined energy and inner strength to be an inspiration to others – the kind of woman you’d expect to see on our cover!
Remember… It’s never too late to start living well. Find the May/June (Fit At Any Age) 2025 issue of Women’s Health on shelves now, or buy yourself a digital copy. Happy reading!
