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If you want to get big and strong in minimal time, you really only need to focus on three moves: the squat, the bench press, and the deadlift. That’s what powerlifters do. In powerlifting, competitors vie to lift the heaviest weight possible for one rep. They don’t specifically train to get huge muscles, but they still end up being massive. The guys in the lighter weight classes are often pretty lean, too, since the muscle they’ve built through heavy training helps them burn more fat....

For as long as anyone can remember, turkey has gotten the blame for our post-Thanksgiving nap. But, as it turns out, the bird may not be guilty after all. The all-too-familiar “food coma” we experience is due to the large quantities of food in general. That includes turkey, but also stuffing, potatoes, and pie, according to research from the Loyola University Health System. That means tryptophan, the essential amino acid protein building block, is off the hook....

Can’t drop everything to chase waves in Tahiti? Stick to these closer-to-home breaks. From Western Mexico to Encinitas, here’s where you should consider taking your next surf trip. In order to view the video, please allow Manage Cookies Punta de Mita, Western Mexico This quick and easy warm-water getaway is less than an hour from Puerto Vallarta International Airport and clusters a handful of fun, crystal-clear beaches that are reliably wave-packed from November until early April....

In these days of artificial intelligence and cars that can (sort of) drive themselves, a stopwatch might not seem like much of a technological leap. But in the world of watches, making a reliable mechanical chronograph is a complex task—and the Frederique Constant Flyback Chronograph Manufacture watches bring a whole new level of technological prowess to the humble stopwatch function. Now’s a great time to add one of these timepieces to your collection: Frederique Constant has just released two Flyback Chronograph Manufacture watches in new colors, and both feature the brand’s innovative flyback mechanism....

Every June, the motorcycle, surf, skate, art and music communities come together in Biarritz, France and Northern Spain to put on the annual Wheels and Waves gathering. Formidable female motocross rider Edie Ashley says that the Wheels and Waves focus is “about the spirit of riding. It definitely plays on the subculture side of things. There’s a lot of attention to style.” That goes for every event in the Wheels and Waves realm, which includes motocross races, road races in the Pyrenees mountains and single-fin surf contests in Biarritz....

Actor Scott Eastwood is ready for his own Fast and Furious-style adventure. After his appearances in Fate of the Furious and Suicide Squad, Eastwood takes the wheel in Overdrive, a car-heist action-thriller from producer Pierre Morel, who worked on the Taken films with Liam Neeson. In Overdrive, Eastwood plays Andrew Foster, who, with half-brother Garrett (Freddie Thorp), works as an international car thief with a taste for classic, very expensive cars....

When folks reach their 70th birthday, a cruise across the Atlantic Ocean is popular way to celebrate. Polish kayaker Alexander ‘Olek’ Doba would generally agree — just not on the size of the vessel. Whereas most septuagenarians cross the Atlantic from the plush confines of a luxury cruise liner, Doba chose a 23-foot custom kayak that he fondly refers to as “Olo.” At 70 years old, Alexander Doba has crossed the Atlantic Ocean by kayak for the third time....

Ah, to be young, fit, and active. Or, more accurately: Ah, to be young and sedentary—as new research from Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health suggests. That’s the trend among young adults in America, according to the a study published in the journal Preventive Medicine, which found that children and teens in the United States move almost as often as senior citizens. “By age 19, [the survey participants] were comparable to 60-year-olds,” said lead study author Vadim Zipunnikov in a press release....

Bear Grylls is back again. The adventurer and all-around outdoorsman spent the last year traveling around the world to incredible destinations with some of Hollywood’s top celebrities for the new season of Running Wild. Bear Grylls on His Favorite Book, Living Off-the-Grid, and the Jacket He Won’t Leave Home Without Read article This time around, Grylls brought together some major names, including Captain Marvel star Brie Larson, Free Solo star and climber Alex Honnold, comedian Joel McHale, actor and former Marine Rob Riggle, and Guardians of the Galaxy star Dave Bautista, among others....

Billy Dee Williams, now starring in Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, talks shoe shopping, a life-changing safari, and revisiting the role of Lando Calrissian 40 years later. New ‘Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker’ Clip Shows Speeder Bike Chase Across a Desert Read article What’s the best advice you ever received? Practice, practice, practice. Who were your heroes growing up? My father, my mom, my sister, my grandmother. Whoever I am, it’s the result of those four absolutely wonderful people....

Want the perfect SUP getaway for the family? Two hotspots in California — Mission Bay and Pismo Beach — have you covered, head to sandy toe. Mission Bay Part of Mission Bay Park, at 4,235 acres the largest man-made aquatic park in the country and ninth largest municipally owned park in the country, San Diego’s Mission Bay is seemingly sculpted for families seeking tranquil float time on everything from sit-on-tops to SUPs....

For years, the apparel industry was among the world’s most egregious polluters. Today’s upstart fashion companies are fighting that stigma, and producing apparel that doesn’t leave a mark on the planet. Among our favorites is the Brazilian sustainable shoe company, Cariuma. Handcrafted with premium natural materials, with an obsessive eye for detail, Cariuma uses strictly fair-trade cotton canvas, natural latex rubber, and responsibly and ethically produced leather. The result is a comfortable, lightweight, all-natural sneaker you can feel good about buying—and wearing....

Please Note: Information below is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or health condition. When you look for the right kind of wipes, they need to be made with at least 60 percent alcohol. That way the germs have no chance of surviving. And the WorWorder Disinfectant Wipes are made with 75 percent alcohol. That’s like nuking the germs from the sky. Not all wipes are great for use with electronics....

MSRP: $845 – BUY NOW Convenient to store and simple to travel with, inflatable standup paddleboards are built for versatility. Of course, not all iSUPs are created equal and some are better equipped to handle a variety of paddling scenarios. The ISLE Explorer iSUP is a perfect example. This Swiss-Army-style board was built with functionality in mind and gives paddlers plenty of options to satisfy whatever their next paddling adventure calls for....

The World Surf League (WSL) revealed that tickets would be going on sale sometime today (Monday, March 12) for the upcoming Founders’ Cup of Surfing at the WSL Surf Ranch wave pool in Lemoore, California. Taking place May 5-6, it will be an historic one-off event featuring some of the best surfers in the world. Lineups were also revealed for the five-team “region vs. region” event. The co-ed specialty contest will set regions against one another in a unique, never-before-done format for surfing....

One of the best perks of the holiday season is that’s usually the time when people take vacation. It’s cold and ugly out, so pick up for a few days and go somewhere nice and sunny. But if you want to go away somewhere sunny, you gotta have the right clothing. You can’t go wrong with this Faherty Brand Printed Floral Shirt that’s on sale over at Huckberry. The Faherty Brand Printed Floral Shirt is a perfect piece to complement a sun-filled vacation....

These reconsidered quesadillas will house your Thanksgiving leftovers and provide an unexpected burst of flavor. Nutrition (per serving) 439 calories, 41g protein, 38g carbs, 19g fat For access to exclusive gear videos, celebrity interviews, and more, subscribe on YouTube! Makes 4 servings Prep time 5 min. Cook time 15 min. Ingredients For the yogurt sauce: 1 cup nonfat plain Greek yogurt 2 tsp lime zest 1 Tbsp fresh lime juice For the quesadillas: 1 Tbsp olive oil 1 medium onion, coarsely chopped 1 clove garlic, minced 1 jalapeño (fresh or jarred without sodium), halved, seeds removed, finely diced 8 oz leftover skinless turkey, coarsely chopped 1 cup no-salt-added black beans, drained 1 tsp ground cumin 1 tsp dried oregano 2 cups baby spinach, coarsely chopped 1/4 tsp salt 1/8 tsp ground black pepper 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded 4 8-inch low-carb whole-wheat flour tortillas 1/2 cup prepared salsa...

Peas, edamame, and asparagus all contribute to the high protein count in this soup. Remember: Vegetables contain lots of vitamins, minerals, and disease-fighting plant chemicals (phytochemicals), but they also contribute small doses of protein to boost your daily intake. Nutrition (per serving) Calories: 105; total fat: 5g; saturated fat: .5g; protein: 5.5g; carbohydrates: 10.5g; sugar: 4g; fiber: 4g; cholesterol: 0mg; sodium: 392mg Recipe and photo by Tina Gowin Carlucci, R.D., C....

On May 6, 2017, Nike presented the world with an astonishing human achievement. Millions of us watched, slack jawed, as Eliud Kipchoge attempted to break two hours in the marathon. The visuals were stunning. There was a Tesla beaming green lasers on the ground. A phalanx of the world’s best runners, gracefully shepherding Kipchoge and his two counterparts. And there was Kevin Hart, there to channel our own thoughts, pontificating on how truly unbelievable the whole shebang was....

This article was originally published in the Summer 2018 issue of SUP Magazine. While sun-drenched San Diego already sits atop America’s list of most popular tourist destinations, now it can officially claim the title as the hottest paddle town on the planet. Of course, that won’t come as a surprise to those locals fortunate enough to call San Diego home. Whether you are into SUP surfing, touring, racing or even downwinding, “America’s Finest City,” will keep you stoked and on the water year-round, with nearly perfect weather and endless paddling options....