Sarah Richards

Sarah Elizabeth Richards is a Manhattan-based health and science journalist who has written for The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, Time, Elle, Marie Claire, Cosmo and Women’s Health. She is also the author of Motherhood, Rescheduled: The New Frontier of Egg Freezing and the Women Who Tried It (Simon & Schuster). A native of San Diego, Sarah completed her undergraduate studies at the University of California at Berkeley and holds master’s degrees in journalism and international affairs from Columbia University. She enjoys spinning, kick-boxing, yoga and hopes to compete in her first triathlon next fall.

Articles by Sarah Elizabeth Richards

Does Wine Before Bed Help You Lose Weight?

Science or myth: Will a glass of wine before bed derail your diet or help you lose weight? Here’s the skinny on whether your cabernet is killing your weight loss goals.

Sleep Less, Snack More: Why Exhaustion Packs on Pounds

Get this: There’s science backing your cravings for chips and queso. New research shows how sleep deprivation sets up your body to snack big time.

9 Habits Successful MyFitnessPal Users Swear By

New research reveals what the most successful MyFitnessPal users are doing to lose weight — and keep it off. The answers might surprise you.

7 Extreme Sports You Can Try on Your Own Terms

Whether you’re an adrenaline junkie or prefer life in the slow lane, these seven extreme sports are worth trying (and way safer) with a few modifications.

The Weight Loss Secret 90 Percent of People Are Missing

The key to weight loss might have less to do with your exercise habits than what’s going on inside your head. Here’s what you need to know.

How to Get Over Your Fear of the Gym

Intimidated by the weight room, terrified of the treadmill or too shy for spin class? Here’s how to get over your gym intimidation once and for all.

7 Mind-Body Benefits of Strength Training

We’ve got seven benefits of strength training that will make you want to tone up, ASAP — and they’re a lot more compelling than the promise of buff biceps.

Your Guide to Surviving the Holiday Blues

Not in the mood for Christmas parties, Hanukkah gifts or general seasonal cheer? Here’s how to survive a bad case of the holiday blues.

Out of Shape? Get Fit Again with These 5 Tips

Wish you could relive your fitness glory days? You might be out of shape, but you’re not out of the game. Here’s how to get back to the gym again.

5 Lesser-Known Breast Cancer Charities Giving Women New Hope

In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, get inspired by these gutsy women running lesser-known charities making a big difference in women’s lives.

Are Late-Night Snacks Really Sabotaging Your Diet?

If eating after dark is your thing, make sure you do it smart. Here’s how to ensure those late-night snacks aren’t causing you to pack on serious pounds.

Are You Addicted to Sugar? 4 Ways to Break the Cycle

Can’t stop dreaming of chocolate, ice cream and other sweet treats? Here’s how one woman fought her sugar addiction — and won.

Do You Call Yourself an Athlete? Here’s Why We Think You Should

Whether you’re a power walker, a casual gym-goer or a marathoner, here’s why you shouldn’t be afraid to call yourself an athlete.

5 Ways to Conquer Binge Eating — And When to Seek Help

We’ve all had days where we overeat — but at what point does it become an illness? Here’s what you need to know about binge eating disorder.