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For surfers, we’re getting to that time of year when thicker wetsuits, booties and gloves are necessities in many places. In areas that experience extremely cold winters, this typically means a change in how you go about just about all facets of your surfing. And a very important part of that is the outdoor change in and out of your wetsuit. In places like the northeast, it could mean having to wrestle with five millimeters of neoprene in snow, lots of wind and freezing temperatures....

If you’re one of the 41 million people who play fantasy football, you know that winning requires a fair amount of skill, more than a little gridiron smarts, and—let’s face it—a shitload of dumb luck. Since you can’t control what thunder the football gods will send on “any given Sunday,” it’s your blood, sweat, and tears—aka countless hours reading articles like this—that will turn you into a true fantasy champ. The draft Let’s assume you’ve scrutinized the ream of player rankings and convinced yourself you’ve plotted the greatest draft strategy since the 1974 NFL Draft, when the Steelers landed Lynn Swann, Jack Lambert, and John Stallworth all in one fell swoop....

Actor Jamie Foxx is one of the hardest-working guys in Hollywood. Between starring in big-budget films, hosting TV shows, interviewing superstars like Denzel Washington and Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson on the Grey Goose-produced digital series Off Script (you can watch all of Foxx’s interviews here), and releasing No. 1 albums, you might wonder: How does Jamie Foxx get it all done? To find out, we went straight to the source....

There aren’t many activities that Laird Hamilton can’t handle in the ocean. Undoubtedly one of the most influential watermen on the planet, Hamilton’s knack for anything aquatic is beyond most mortal landlubbing comprehension. Still, the big-wave legend admits he’s trying to get a grip on tow-in hydrofoil surfing. What’s Cooking: A Look Inside Laird Hamilton’s Wellness Practices Read article You wouldn’t be able to tell it from the athleticism on display when Hamilton, Terry Chung, Luca Padua, and Benny Ferris recently decided to take their custom hydrofoil builds—engineered by the experts at Lift Foils—to one of the most infamous and dangerous waves ever surfed: Nazaré, Portugal....

For the first time ever, a drone piloted by a lifeguard rescued two swimmers in Australia on Jan. 18. Off Lennox Head, New South Wales, lifeguard supervisor Jai Sheridan deployed a Little Ripper drone that dropped a flotation device to the two swimmers to perform the rescue. And of course, since it was a drone performing the world’s first-ever drone rescue, it also filmed the entire mission. “I was able to launch it, fly it to the location and drop the pod all in about one to two minutes,” Sheridan told The Sydney Morning Herald....

Rafting the Colorado River through the towering stone walls of the Grand Canyon is a unique experience, and one of those once-in-a-lifetime adventures for most. Prepping for a nine-night, 180-mile trip down a fierce river through the bottom of the Earth with full exposure to the summer heat and sun, incorporating a variety of recreational activities, and accounting for protection from desert climate, creatures, plants and landscapes proved logistically challenging while gear planning with a minimalist mindset....

You can keep burgers in your diet and still build ridiculous muscle at the same time—so long as you’re making this high-protein, low-carb black bean recipe. Black beans are a great source of protein (not to mention, fiber, calcium, and iron), and the bevvy of spices add flavor and depth. Recipe and photo courtesy of Dana Sandonato, founder of Killing Thyme. For access to exclusive gear videos, celebrity interviews, and more, subscribe on YouTube!...

Make this delicious pork roast, then slice into 2-3″ slices and freeze for an easy weeknight dinner. Simply defrost in the microwave or oven, and stuff in a sandwich, place over a salad, or alongside asparagus and quinoa. Nutrition information (per serving): Calories: 200; total fat: 10g; protein: 25g; carbs: 1g; fiber: 1g Recipe and photo by National Pork Board. For access to exclusive gear videos, celebrity interviews, and more, subscribe on YouTube!...

Maybe you’ve already escaped the gym for an occasional walk around the neighborhood, a run or bike ride on the streets, or a swim in the pool. But you can get even further away from the gym—in mind, body and spirit—by spending some serious cardio time where the air is pure and unfiltered. More important, you’ll blaze more calories, improve your overall strength and balance, and hang on to your sanity....

Since being drafted by the New England Patriots in 2010, Rob Gronkowski has established himself as one of the best playmakers in football—and possibly one of the best tight ends in NFL history. With his combination of a 6’6”, 260-pound muscular frame and above-average speed, “Gronk” has redefined what it means to be a tight end, setting numerous records along the way. Rob Gronkowski Is Trying Tom Brady’s Notoriously Strict Diet...

We’re down the last bit of summer 2017, and mountaineer Ryan Burke is making it count. The Jackson, Wyoming, addiction counselor went farther in one day than most people do in a season, lapping the 13,776-foot summit of the Grand Teton three times in 24 hours. It’s a record-setting achievement, but for Burke the personal aspects mean more. “Perceptual barriers are a huge thing to overcome, bigger than any mountain,” he says....

Valentine’s Day is one of the hardest holidays to buy gifts for. Despite all the “it’s the thought that counts” sentiments, it can sometimes feel like a colossal waste of money. You want to give something romantic. But how many of us have spent our hard-earned money on jewelry your lover never wears? So we decide to buy something to wear or use that we think they’ll love. But nine times out of ten, we never see them wear or use it....

Bonfires are awesome. Campfires are killer. Wouldn’t it be great if you had a portable fire pit you could take with you wherever you go? No matter if you’re planning a camping trip, a beach getaway, or if you just want a small portable fire pit for your backyard, the Solo Stove Bonfire fulfills all your portable fire pit needs. And right now, it’s on sale in the Men’s Journal Shop at Huckberry....

Few structured workouts strike terror into the hearts of runners like the Michigan, a mixture of tempo and interval training developed by University of Michigan track coach Ron Warhurst. “There is no other workout that I have ever done in my life that fills me with such nervous fear and anxiety,” wrote mpokora on reddit. “I hate that workout,” Rondell Ruff told The Michigan Daily student paper in 2005. And even coach Warhurst said that getting to the end is an achievement in itself: “Anybody that finishes the workout is the star of the workout....

In the battle of the bulge, points go to beer. Lab mice on a high-fat diet that were fed a certain compound extracted from hops gained weight more slowly than mice that didn’t get the supplement. The 10 Best Supplements for Weight Loss Read article “Xanthohumol, found at low levels in beer, improves obesity and metabolic syndrome in part by changing gut microbiota,” says Adrian Gombart, a professor of biochemistry and biophysics at Oregon State University....

Sponsored by Strong Supplement Shop The new Top 10 Pre-Workouts for 2018 has shown that customers are eagerly searching for new contenders. With the recent loss of a popular ingredient, not only has a new king emerged, but a whole new ingredient category has sprung into the pre-workout market. Nootropics, which enhance cognitive function, appear twice in the ingredient panel of our new top dog. Newcomers to the list also include potent yet transparent ingredient lists, continuing the trend that customers prefer to know exactly what they are taking....

At least once a day, you are probably going to use a pair of headphones to make your day a little more bearable than usual. And one of the more popular models these days is the Apple AirPods with Charging Case. What’s great about the Apple AirPods with Charging Case is they are wireless. The connection is always strong and there is no loss of sound quality. And because they are wireless, you can use Siri to control them....

All of Vail Resorts’ mountain resorts and retail stores will suspend operations from Sunday, March 15, 2020 through Sunday, March 22, 2020 and will use that time to reassess their approach for the rest of the season. Shortly following this release, Alterra Mountain Company announced they will suspend operations at their 15 North American ski resorts, starting the morning of Sunday, March 15, until further notice. All lift operations, food and beverage, retail and rental services will be closed until further notice....

Aside from maybe noted bald guy Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, most guys value a thick head of hair (especially if you’re starting to thin out on top at an alarming rate). Likewise, most dudes want wrinkle-free, smooth, young-looking skin. But before you start looking for hair-loss remedies and skin-saving serums, you might want to search a cure-all in one spot closer to home: your waist. Having a lower overall weight and less fat around your body to keep you warm may spur your body to grow more hair and increase blood flow to the skin—thereby resulting in more hair and better skin, says a recent study published in Cell Reports....

William H. Macy, the dissolute patriarch of Showtime’s Shameless, on astronauts, aging, and why the ultimate dinner party includes Abraham Lincoln and Alex Trebek. Clean Carbs and Lots of Lifting: How James McAvoy Got into Fighting Shape for ‘G… Read article In order to view the video, please allow Manage Cookies What’s the best advice you’ve ever received? Never lie. It’s the cheapest way to go. Lies cost you a lot, and they’re never worth what they cost....