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The standup paddleboard trend seems to have been taking over the outdoor space in recent years. It’s hard to venture to a lake, river, or shoreline without seeing the the hefty boards out and about, paddlers easily navigating the water with seemingly effortless strokes. SUPs present a solid workout opportunity, a fun floating option for sunset cocktail hour and a fresh way to tour waterways with friends. But for a subset of SUP users, these floating boards have also changed up another beloved pastime: fishing....

Now that you’re done with the holidays, it’s time to get on track. Jumping right into it, in weeks 1-4 you’re going to use all the extra calories you’ve consumed to build some muscle. Coming into this program in a calorie surplus will serve as an advantage as the first weeks of the program focus on strength- and mass-building. Believe it or not, you will still consume a decent amount of carbohydrates to recover from the day-to-day assault on your body, especially from Monday through Thursday, which are both heavily loaded, lower-body days....

Before actor and comedian J.B. Smoove appeared on Curb Your Enthusiasm as the now-iconic character Leon, Smoove was just a big fan of the show. He told his wife he’d love to be on it some day and work with Larry David. She told him he would, and guess what? A month-and-a-half later, Smoove received an offer to appear on the series. Paul Rudd on His Favorite (and Funniest) Movie Lines of All Time...

Experts go back and forth on how much exercise is really needed to get healthy, and to gain benefits that will limit your risk of developing chronic diseases down the road. Governmental agencies say to stick with the 150 minutes of moderate or 75 minutes of vigorous exercise each week, while more aggressive researchers say you should get about an hour a day of moderate exercise. Recent research published in the journal Mayo Clinic Proceedings has shown that to lower the risk of developing metabolic disease—a cluster of symptoms like large fat deposits around the waist, high blood pressure, high blood sugar, and high cholesterol levels that can lead to heart disease, stroke, and diabetes—you only need to put in less than one hour a week of resistance training....

Everybody thinks that their dog is the smartest dog, the most handsome dog, the overall best dog of them all. Justin Theroux is no different. The January Men’s Journal cover star is definitely a dog lover, and he has a real soft spot for his dog, Kuma. We caught up with Theroux behind the scenes at our cover shoot, and he made it clear that he has lots of love for his canine companion....

Avy pup Heidi taking a ride with her partner Malcolm. Photo: Courtesy of Patrick Hoffman Avalanche dogs are certainly the cutest part of any ski area. But it takes a lot of time and training to get dogs ready. And much of their most formative and crucial training will be done as young pups. “We start training the puppies young, in my case 8 weeks old,” Susan Purvis handler and author of Go Find (a book based on her experiences with her avy dog Tasha) tells ASN....

In basketball, all championship teams share a few key traits—and this season, only one squad has them all. Let’s begin by ruining the season for Utah Jazz fans: You’re not winning the NBA title this year. Sorry. You had a plucky off-season, but the ugly truth about the NBA is that the vast majority of teams have no chance—none—of winning the title from opening night. How 15 NBA Players Train for Speed, Power, and Athleticism...

In 2019, there is no excuse not to wear a PFD (personal flotation device). Unlike an avalanche beacon or ropes and harnesses, a PFD requires no specialized skill or advanced training. It is one of the easiest pieces of safety equipment to use with the biggest return: That is, not drowning. Yet some people still think they are above PFDs. “I think people who don’t wear PFDs have a distorted sense of risk or they worry about the image or they don’t even have a sense of the risk....

This bone-strengthening smoothie from New York City-based nutritionist Rachel Meltzer Warren, R.D., gets an extra punch of calcium from a surprising source—dried figs. Plus, the banana provides potassium, which helps restore electrolyte balance after a depleting workout. For access to exclusive gear videos, celebrity interviews, and more, subscribe on YouTube! Makes 1 servings Prep time 35 min. Ingredients 1 medium banana, frozen 3 large, dried figs, stems removed and soaked in water for at least 30 minutes 1 cup plain low-fat yogurt ½ cup 1% milk 2 tsp blackstrap molasses...

While there’s nothing more American than sitting down to a Thanksgiving turkey, what you do with those leftovers can span all over the country. Let’s go East for this traditionally Asian-spiced (this one calls for soy sauce and sesame oil) turkey stir-fry. Nutrition (per serving) 423 calories, 35g protein, 46g carbs, 11g fat For access to exclusive gear videos, celebrity interviews, and more, subscribe on YouTube! Makes 4 servings Prep time 30 min....

In a study on obese and overweight adults who typically didn’t eat much calcium, people who supplemented with calcium and vitamin D lost two more pounds—and more belly fat—than people who were not given the supplements, according to a 2013 study published in Nutrition Journal. But you don’t need to shovel a bunch of pills in your mouth to get calcium and vitamin D—milk contains healthy doses of both, and is a healthy addition to any weight loss plan....

Wine snobs often speak of the terroir of French vineyards—that ineffable combination of soil and climate that produces singularly outstanding grapes. Chili pepper connoisseurs say much the same about New Mexico, especially when rhapsodizing about the state’s Hatch green chilies, which are in peak season right now. Hatches resemble poblanos but when roasted are meatier and more nuanced, with a smoky and sweet kick. Preston Mitchell, whose family has been growing Hatch chilies for five generations, likens them to Italy’s plum tomatoes....

If you’re on a budget and looking for the best Chromebook you can buy, click over to Walmart right now and check out this Samsung 11.6-inch Chromebook 3. With 2GB of RAM and 11 hours of battery life, it’s an excellent and reliable laptop and great for students. And for just $149—that’s $70 off—you won’t find a better deal. Walmart is not advertising this special price; you have to put this Chromebook 3 in your cart to see the discount....

Skiers and snowboarders: You thought you outgrew that treehouse phase years ago? Well, Montana’s Snow Bear Chalets just invited you to think again, opening the first slopeside, ski-in, ski-out treehouses in the world just in time for the 2017-2018 ski season. Elevate your lodging game this ski season. Photo: Courtesy of Snow Bear Chalets The three treehouses, the brainchildren of local developer and skier Gail Goodwin, are a welcome new wrinkle in the world of cookie-cutter slopeside condos and hotel chains, located trailside along the Hope Slope at Whitefish Mountain Resort in Whitefish, Montana....

It’s officially fall, and for many that means perfect running weather (not to mention marathon season). Cooler temperatures give way to longer runs with less humidity to battle along the route. But chillier conditions require a shift in gear, from running shorts to pieces that will keep you warm enough to withstand the conditions. To help you conquer the outdoors this season, we’ve rounded up some of our favorite outdoor fitness gear that not only protects you from the elements, but also allows you to perform at your peak....

There’s nothing more annoying than finally getting to the check-in counter, only to discover your bag is overweight. Actually, there is one thing more annoying: Being in line behind someone else whose bag is over the weight limit. Opening your luggage in front of everyone just to remove a couple things and stuff them into your carry-on is embarrassing on so many levels. Being behind the person who has to do that is downright maddening....

Tony Hawk is clearly not your average professional skateboarder. At 49 years old, he is still the most well-known skater on the planet. And while he may not be dominating the X Games like he did at the peak of his career, he also isn’t slowing down with video parts. For a pro skater at almost 50, it’s pretty much unheard of to start riding for a different company. But that’s exactly what Hawk has done, officially announcing on Instagram yesterday that he is the newest team rider for Lakai shoes....

Over the last 25 years, photographer Mark Thiesssen has been shooting wildfires and the men who fight them, taking photos of some of the most dangerous jobs in the world. Thiesssen was at it again earlier this year when he embedded with a team of Alaskan smokejumpers, who he describes as the “Navy SEALs of the firefighting world.” In the Air and on the Ground With Alaskan Smokejumpers Read article...

In recent years, plenty of health research has focused on determining the best time to eat. It’s one thing to get all your necessary nutrients, but doing that while maintaining a normal weight and body mass can be a significant challenge. Depending upon a person’s age, gender, and genetic makeup, meal timing can have a range of impacts. Conventional wisdom has long suggested that eating fairly frequently throughout the day—something like five to seven small meals—could make a major impact....

If you’re looking for a fun and funky mountain town with tons of trails for hiking, running and mountain biking, then Asheville is your place. In addition to being an incredible outdoor playground, there’s an awesome food scene in Asheville as well as several art galleries, a gorgeous river and more breweries than you’ll have time for. Getting There The closest airport is the Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) which is about 9 miles south of the city and about a 15-minute drive....