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A lot of us use some kind of supplement to help gain an edge in life and love—whether it’s to get slightly bigger muscles (whey protein), improve cardiovascular health (fish oil), increase alertness and focus (caffeine), etc. Some work really well, others offer an incremental improvement, and the rest don’t do much at all. And how you pair supps can also increase or decrease their potency, like combining stacks of creatine and beta-alanine increases their muscle-building properties or mixing calcium and iron together creates competition among them for absorption by the body, limiting their efficacy....

Walking into a climbing gym for the first time can be intimidating – but worry not, we’re here to help. While lingo, finger strength, and climbing technique will take some time to develop, this guide will hopefully provide you with the basic knowledge to get started progressing through the ranks. Indoor climbing may look intimidating, but it doesn’t have to be. Photo: Sav Cummins Of course, no guide can replace actual practice....

When Jonathan Scheiman describes his lab as “a lot of crazy shit,” he’s not kidding. For the last three years, the 35-year-old molecular biologist has been working at Harvard University studying the, um, stool of pro marathoners, ultra- runners, and Olympic rowers. He obtained his first samples by driving around Boston in a Zip- car, picking up deposits from athletes, and storing them in a cooler in the backseat; his colleagues dubbed this his “magic stool bus....

I’d venture to say that nailing double-unders is 25 percent timing, 25 percent endurance, and 50 percent the right jump rope. Before settling on the Crossrope Bolt set, I ordered a custom rope with large, ergonomic handles and a thicker cable, thinking that the weight of the rope would provide more feedback and make timing easier. But all that resistance was exhausting, and I’d end up needing a break after 30 reps....

As Charles Bukowski once famously wrote*, “Find what you love and let it kill you.” In the world of one Thomas Campbell, that might be 16mm film. The kind that costs a fortune to process, the kind that is increasingly hard to find equipment for, but also the kind that has that unmistakable warm esoteric glow – never duplicated by conveniences of the digital age and its binary trappings. If you love film enough, the battle is still worth it....

The Buffalo Trace Antique Collection is one of the major events of the bourbon year, on a similar level to Van Winkle releases, Parker’s Heritage announcements, or Birthday Bourbon time. The 50 Best Whiskeys in the World Read article Every year, five rare and old whiskeys—a mix of bourbon and rye—are released in limited, every-one-for-themselves quantities. Sometimes you never see a single one of them, and rarely do you have a chance to see all five....

JUST AROUND sunrise, I snap on a fuel and hydration belt, decide against compression sleeves, and double-knot my laces before stepping outside. The air is crisp and cool. It is perfect for race day. I inhale deeply to calm the jitters. But this race is different—no bag check, porta-potty crowds, or even a start line, for that matter. That’s because I am running my first virtual race—a 20K. There’s no entry fee, and finishers enter a raffle for a new GPS watch....

Adidas is ready for liftoff—into space. The brand announced this week that it has made a historic partnership with the International Space Station (ISS) U.S. National Laboratory to “explore the boundaries of product innovation, human performance and sustainability” by testing Adidas products and apparel in space. NBA Star James Harden on ‘Creativity’ and Designing the Harden Vol. 4 With Adidas Read article The multi-year partnership with the International Space Station (ISS) U....

The Old Fashioned is regarded as a gentleman’s drink. And while it’s been a standby cocktail for what seems to be centuries, there’s nothing old fashioned about it. We paid Teeling Distillery a visit in Dublin, Ireland, to get the lowdown on this classic cocktail. How to Make an Old Fashioned With Banana-Infused Whiskey Read article “It’s a very personal cocktail,” says Chris Hayes, Teeling Distillery brand ambassador. “Some people like them a little bit more sharp or on the sweet side....

What’s washing your face? Soap-and-water only goes so far, and if you’re using one of those washes that make it look like you whipped up a batch of egg whites and plastered them on your face, hear this: Big foam doesn’t necessarily mean big clean. Fact is, some skincare companies load their face washes with extra foam-producing ingredients just for the sake of, well, more foam. What you really want is a face wash that will rid your skin of grit and grime without removing of all the useful natural oils it produces — the stuff that gives your complexion that “glow” you’ve heard others rave about....

Just because it’s getting colder outside doesn’t mean you should stop camping. Fall can be some of the least crowded, most beautiful time to be outside. But when it gets chillier at night it’s nice to have some sweet treats after the sun goes down. Turn your campfire into an amazing way to prepare your treats. Photo: Courtesy of Nelson Roque/Unsplash And just because you’re sleeping in a tent doesn’t mean you can’t go full Betty Crocker....

Ask someone to point to Bulgaria on the map and you might not want to hold your breath. Despite being at the historical hinge point between Europe and Asia, and hosting a vast array of mountains, rivers and a slew of other natural wonders, this Eastern European gem has remained one of Europe’s greatest travel secrets. After years of Roman, Ottoman and Soviet occupation, Bulgaria is a mix of culture unlike any other....

If you’re like most guys, you probably toss the whole package of chicken cutlets in the freezer; then, when you want to cook ’em, thaw the poultry on the counter till the slabs defrost and you can pry them apart. You leave freezing and thawing up to guesswork. But there’s a better way to freeze and defrost your seafood, poultry, and meat, according to Kathy Bernard, acting manager at the U....

On the morning of Sunday, Jan. 26, a helicopter carrying basketball legend Kobe Bryant, his daughter Gianna, and seven other people crashed into a hillside in thick fog in Calabasas, California, the Los Angeles Times and other outlets report. Everyone on board the helicopter was killed, and the crash ignited a small brush fire in the area. An investigation has begun into what caused the incident. According to the Times, the helicopter involved in the crash was a Sikorsky S-76B, tail number N72EX, and Bryant had flown in it many times before, including a special flight out of downtown L....

It’s a common misconception among beginners that all SUP paddles work the same. But just like standup paddleboards, standup paddles are built differently for various conditions, and a paddle that works well with one discipline may not achieve the desired performance in another. Picking a SUP paddle that suits your needs is a science, and not necessarily a straightforward one. To help you choose the paddle (or paddles) that fit you best, let’s break it down by discipline and design....

As you likely remember, back in 2011, the east coast of Japan was clobbered by a tsunami that led to one of the worst nuclear disasters in history. The tsunami effectively wrecked the country’s Fukushima Daiichi nuclear plant, causing a meltdown and the release of radioactive materials into the ocean. Over the years, thousands of people have been working to decontaminate the area and curtail the leakage. Now, 8 years post-disaster, the government has run into a massive storage problem....

Brad Hole holding a 33 inch Lake Crescent Mackinaw Courtesy Image Crescent Lake sits nestled in the mountains between Klamath Falls and Bend Oregon. Anglers from around the region flock to the lake year round for Crescent’s popular Kokanee Salmon fishery. But anglers aren’t the only ones feeding on those delicious Kokanee. Crescent’s population of trophy Mackinaw Lake Trout are often overlooked and under fished due partly because they spend the majority of their time laying on the bottom in 100 to 175 feet of water....

Now that spring is right around the corner, you can go outside and do more physical activities. You can go for a ride on your bike with a little more ease. But you can also go to the beach or go hiking or take a ride on an ATV. The sun is gonna be bearing down on you the whole time and your face could use some protection. And if you pick up the Analan Dust Mask, your face will be protected all day long....

NFL stars like Carolina Panthers linebacker Luke Kuechly start training for the next season as early as April. And by the time they hit August’s training camps, they’re going full-tilt in the weight room to not just get fit for the coming games, but to build strong bodies that last for seasons. NFL Nutrition Plan: How Panthers Star Luke Kuechly Ate to Fuel His Football Domination Read article UPDATE: Kuechly announced in January 2020 that he is retiring from the NFL at age 28: “There’s only one way to play this game since I was a little kid — play fast, play physical and play strong,” Kuechly said....

Former Los Angeles Lakers star and NBA icon Kobe Bryant was among a group of people who died in a helicopter crash in Calabasas, California, according to numerous news sources, including ESPN, CNN, and NBC News. Bryant was 41 years old. Kobe Bryant Remembered: Why Kobe Bryant Was Basketball’s Comeback King Read article Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reported that Bryant “was on his way to a travel basketball game with his daughter Gianna when the helicopter crashed....