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In 1989 Mark Wellman became the first paraplegic to climb El Capitan. He did so with fixed ropes and essentially pull-upped his way to the top. A huge feat for the time when “adaptive climbing” wasn’t common, nor were climbing gyms. But that has changed with the new landscape of “adaptive climbing” that is giving opportunity for anyone who wants to climb regardless of their impairments. One clinic offered during this year’s Arc’teryx Climbing Academy (which is an annual climbing festival that features clinics, talks, parties and more, July 19-22) in Squamish, British Columbia, will be focused on adaptive climbing....

Ahh, the wonders of spring! Bright skies and long days. Budding flowers, blooming trees, and fresh-cut grass. Oh, and let’s not forget pollen, allergies, and of course, fleas and ticks. Yes, springtime is glorious, especially after a long, hard winter. But it’s not all sunshine and rainbows. Make spring and summer far less tortuous for your best friend. Pick up the number-one flea and tick collar for dogs, Seresto. It’s on sale now at Chewy for 20 percent off....

Yogis call it Crow Pose, or Kakasana. But there’s a good reason to take this move out of the yoga studio. Like a plank, the position tests your shoulder, arm, and core strength. It also helps with wrist flexibility, which is an asset for those who do exercises such as front squats and clean and jerks. You can also use it as a stepping-stone to handstands. Owing to its yoga origins, there’s a mind-body aspect to this pose....

Whether you’ve worked up a ravenous hunger in the gym or you just want to sink your teeth into a tender, meaty steak, this recipe will hit the spot. Flank steak is paired with succulent caramelized onions. Their superpowers aren’t well-known, but onions are actually a potent source of flavonoids like quercetin, which has cancer-killing abilities. To keep it from drying out, cook flank steak—which is leaner than its fattier sister cut, skirt steak—to no more than medium....

Rivers across the U.S. are crucial to our economy, health and happiness, but in a lot of places they’re overused, polluted and dammed up. The government isn’t doing much to protect them these days, so that work is falling to volunteers as well as to public and private environmental organizations. Everyone needs clean water. Photo: Sergio Souza/Unsplash Here are five important nonprofit advocacy groups working to keep rivers healthy, clean and flowing so we can have places to paddle and water to drink....

Fad diets and juice cleanses for quick weight loss often lack essential nutrients that your body needs to function. Rather than shocking your body with methods that may not be scientifically researched, follow these seven essential rules to start rapidly burning fat the healthy way. Here are the 8 tips on how to lose 15 pounds in a week: Eliminate Unhealthy Carbs To achieve rapid weight loss, you’ll have to alter your diet....

If you follow climbing, you follow Kevin Jorgeson. Broadly known for his historic first free ascent of the “Dawn Wall” on El Capitan in Yosemite National Park with Tommy Caldwell, Jorgeson is one of the planet’s most skilled and accomplished big-wall climbers. An Inside Look Into the Making of the Climbing Documentary ‘The Dawn Wall’ Read article And after he had completed the Dawn Wall, Jorgeson was naturally in search of his next big wall....

Barbecue sauce is largely personal: Some like it thick and sweet, others like it thin and tangy. Just like the different styles of barbecue, it varies from state to state. “It took us 30 tries to get this sauce where we wanted,” says Philip Moseley, co-owner of Blue Oak BBQ in New Orleans. How to Make a Simple, Spicy BBQ Sauce Read article The version he and partner Ronnie Evans settled on for saucing their oak-smoked chicken and ribs didn’t come together until they uncovered the key secret ingredient: Sprite....

One cup of regular mashed potatoes has 240 calories, 9g of fat, and 35g of carbs. Thankfully, when you’re pureeing the potatoes, you can cut it in half with cauliflower and no one will know the difference. Plus, “cauliflower is rich in antioxidants and vitamins C and K,” says Miranda Hammer, R.D., a registered dietitian based in New York City. It retains the richness of the potato while giving a lighter texture and more complex flavor....

Many store-bought granola bars are packed with added sugar. You can easily make your own, and gain full control over the ingredients. Nutrition Information (per serving) Calories: 210; Protein: 5 grams; Fat: 15 grams; Carbs: 18 grams Recipe and photo courtesy of courtesy of Cookie + Kate on behalf of American Pecan Council For access to exclusive gear videos, celebrity interviews, and more, subscribe on YouTube! Makes 16 servings Prep time 20 min....

If you’ve never had the pleasure of trying a spaghetti squash, now is the perfect time to try it. The winter squash is large and oval with bright yellow skin. The inside has a pale yellow or white string-like flesh which has a mild flavor. Once cooked, the string-like flesh can be shredded with a fork and resembles spaghetti. Nutrition (per serving) Calories: 170; total fat: 12g; saturated fat: 2.5g; protein: 5g; carbohydrates: 13g; sugar: 6g; fiber: 3g; cholesterol: 10mg; sodium: 260mg Recipe and photo by Amy Gorin, M....

For most grillers, vegetables are an afterthought, slapped onto a hot grate and often served charred and mushy. It does not have to be that way. A sweet potato or eggplant can have the character and drama of a steak or chop—if you cook them on a rotisserie. In order to view the video, please allow Manage Cookies “Long, slow, controlled heat—the main benefit to cooking cuts of meat on a rotisserie—can easily be applied to large vegetables,” says Tony Cervone, the chef at Souvla in San Francisco, creator of the recipe below....

St. Patrick’s Day is a day when everyone is going to take part in revelry and hijinks. You don’t want to go out and celebrate in your work clothes. So you are going to want to pick up one of these A Little Irish shirts from OAF Nation to ring in the holiday, St. Patty’s style. Oaf Nation is here for the guy who is looking to enjoy themselves. This is not for the guy looking to dress up for the office....

When Robert Downey Jr. first suited up as Iron Man, he got himself into prime shape. The Iron Man workouts he did below with his trainer helped him stack on 20 pounds of muscle. Later, in the tea,m-up films The Avengers, The Avengers: Age of Ultron, and Avengers: Endgame, Downey Jr. got in shape again for the role alongside his other jacked castmates Chris Evans (Captain America) and Chris Hemsworth (Thor)....

Burn-XT is a thermogenic fat burner that helps maximize fat burning while preserving hard-earned muscle. Take a pill or two before each meal, and you’ll experience a clean surge of energy, enhanced focus, and effective appetite control to help keep your diet in check. It’s all-natural, and vegan to boot. Burn-XT uses 700mg of acetyl L-carnitine HCL to release fat stores and boost cognitive function. It also uses 450mg of green tea extract to help curb your appetite....

Nobody likes to get caught out in the rain. It’s just a horrible feeling to have to walk around in soaking wet clothing. Especially if you are heading to work. So you’ll want to have a nice coat in your possession to keep you dry on those annoying days. Luckily for those who need a new coat, this London Fog Durham Classic-Fit Raincoat is on sale at Macy’s for 75 percent off....

The Winter Soldier is back. Actor Sebastian Stan is set to play the character once again in the Disney Plus TV series Falcon and The Winter Soldier, and he’s been in the gym all summer getting ready for it. How Sebastian Stan Got His Winter Soldier Arm Bionic Strong for ‘Avengers: Infinity War’ Read article After beefing up to play Bucky Barnes in Avengers: Infinity War and Endgame, Stan is once again working out with trainer Don Saladino to get ripped....

The iconic house featured on Bam Margera’s MTV television show “Viva La Bam” will be a rental option for anyone looking to stay in West Chester, Pennsylvania starting this summer. In an interview with The Philadelphia Inquirer, Bam’s mother April Margera revealed she is currently renovating “Castle Bam” to list it on Airbnb. Bam Margera’s West Chester home, ‘Castle Bam,’ is going on Airbnb | Inquirer https://t.co/no3JTyodEz — Philly Inquirer (@PhillyInquirer) April 10, 2018...

Tired of buying air freshener after air freshener, only to have it stop working within days or fill your room with an overpowering, chemical-laden fragrance? The Aera Smart Diffuser is a high tech upgrade from low tech, low-quality air fresheners. Unlike many air fresheners, it doesn’t leave an overpowering scent—rather, it’s designed to release ultra-tiny molecules in the air, so it can make a room smell fresh faster and longer. It’s this design that makes it hypoallergenic, so it is safe for family, friends, and pets....

Super Bowl commercials have become almost as big a deal as the game. With 30-second spots selling in the millions and replaying in perpetuity on YouTube, every advertisement is the marketing equivalent of third down and long. The 13 Best Super Bowl Commercials of All Time Read article That’s why big brands bring in big names to quarterback their shoots. Famous directors attract celebrity endorsements, know how to manage a massive budget, and bring their own credibility....