January 28, 2013, 9:01 am
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Here's how two brothers and professional snowboarders made it from Alaska to Chile, riding the freshest snow and surfing the best waves.
Have you ever wanted to simply take a hiatus from life and do whatever you love instead? Professional snowboarders Eric Jackson, 23, and John Jackson, 29, did just that.
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January 28, 2013, 9:13 am
Pick an eating plan that lets you call the shots—with a few quirky caveats.
If you want to clear the crap out of your diet but aren’t ready for obsessive calorie-counting or using complicated points systems to track your meals, don’t sweat it.
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January 28, 2013, 10:09 am
Avoid these pitfalls to continue seeing the results you want.
You’re doing all you can to build strength and muscle in the gym. You’ve set aside dedicated time each week to lift weights. You’ve worked on your diet.
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January 28, 2013, 11:02 am
Four tricks to rev your metabolism on game day.
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January 28, 2013, 12:55 pm
Here's a run-down of the skills you have that professional athletes don't.
There are many reasons to be jealous of professional athletes. They have amazing skills, millions of dollars, and hot girlfriends or wives.
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January 28, 2013, 1:54 pm
It's only natural to wonder how you stack up sexually. Here, 20 questions to help you evaluate your parts—and your performance.
We've got 20 Questions to help you size up your sexual performance.
Most everyone engages in locker room smack at some time or another, but if you’ve ever wondered what other guys are reallydoing in the bedroom, you’re not alone. “’Am I normal?’ is probably the biggest sex question out there,” says Yvonne K. Fulbright, Ph.D., Astroglide’s sexual health guru and author of Sultry Sex Talk to Seduce Any Lover. “Guys want to know how they compare.” Read on to find out if you’re the tiger you always knew you were—or to just to shed self doubt about your own preferences and performance.
The average American adult has sex 120 times a year, according to a Trojan condom survey. Despite the one-day-in-three batting average, 63 percent said they wished they were having even more.
Fifty-seven percent of Americans have had sex outdoors or in a public place, according to an ABC News poll. While your office meeting room probably isn’t such a brilliant venue, seek out more discrete open-air opportunities. “Take to the woods,” says Fulbright. “The great outdoors is the perfect place to get it on, especially with a blanket.”
Maybe only this many guys will admit it? According to the Kinsey Institute, 15 percent of men—and three in 10 single men aged 30 and older—have paid for a prostitute.
The mile-high club is definitely an enviable membership: When Trojan condoms asked men where they’d most like to have sex but haven’t yet, 33 percent said on an airplane.
Better check to make sure you’re both on the same page: About 85% of men think their partner had an orgasm during their last encounter, while only 64% of women said they actually did, according to Indiana University research.
Despite what you may have heard about the Dirty Sanchez, most guys’ favorite bedroom trick is surprisingly predictable: Twenty seven percent prefer the classic missionary position, followed by doggy style at 24 percent.
We all shake our heads at the high-profile men who stray (here's looking at you, Petraeus) but guess what? A whopping 23 percent of guys have cheated on their mate, according to research published in the Archives of Sexual Behavior. Other interesting findings from that same study: Women cheat almost as much as men (19 percent say they've done it), and people with sexual performance anxiety are more likely to step out.
Anthony Weiner may have been ahead of his time. When it comes to sexting, only 19% of Americans say they’ve done it. Should you give it a go? “There are many situations when it’s inappropriate,” says Fulbright. “Don’t sext if a person is in a business meeting or driving. You don't want to get them all fired up at the wrong time!”
Fifty four percent of men think about sex every day or several times a day, 43 percent think about it a few times a week or month, and fewer than 4 percent have lovin’ on their mind less often than that, according to research from the University of Chicago.
Twenty-nine percent of Americans say they have, and almost as many have had an unexpected sexual encounter with someone new, according to ABC News. If you’re game to move fast, “make sure the expiration date is good on the condoms, they've been stored properly, and you've got lube handy,” says Fulbright.
Average are high, of course, since the Wilt Chamberlins of the world throw off the curve. But believe it or not, most guys aren’t the studs they like to let on that they are. According to CDC data, the median number of sex partners for men ages 25-44 is six. That’s it. And only 28 percent of dudes have slept with 15 or more women.
According to Sex in America: A Definitive Survey, three-quarters of sexually active men say they orgasm every time, but it’s normal if you don’t. “The reasons can be physiological, psychological, emotional, or relational,” says Fulbright. “Some are worrisome, and others aren’t. Being tired and stressed is a temporary issue, whereas you should talk to your doctor if you suspect health problems are the root cause.”
The average length for a U.S. male is 5.1 inches, which ranks us 18th worldwide, according to the Journal Personality and Individual Differences. (The Republic of Congo tops the list at 7.1 inches, while North and South Korea anchor the bottom at 3.8.)
Putting a ring on it actually ups your chances of a satisfying sex life: Eighty two percent of married guys say they’re happy with theirs, compared to only 71 percent of singles. “Married guys know their partners better, so they know how to turn them on,” says Fulbright.
A quarter of guys say they’ve visited a porn site on the web in the last thirty days, according to the journal Sexuality and Culture. Far more shocking—and inconsistent? More than half of all of the spending on the Internet is estimated to be related to sex.
Adjusting the antenna, charming your snake, fiddling the flesh flute—whatever you want to call it—guys say they masturbate an average of 12 times per month, according to British research.
You better betcha other guys are with you: There are more than 450,000 Google searches every month for premature ejaculation, and about one in three guys in the U.S. is dealing with the issue, says research published in the Journal of Sexual Medicine.
Much male brainpower has been spent worrying about the length, the size, and how many times you can make it rise. Here’s the reality: Eighty-five percent of women are satisfied with their partner's penis size, even though only 55 percent of guys like the size of their package, according to the British Journal of Urology. BTW: About 90% of women prefer a wide penis to a long one.
Maybe it’s the palm trees and coastal breeze? Trojan saysLos Angelinos report having sex 135 times a year, which is the most frequent bedroom romping of any major U.S. city. Ben Franklin may have been a lot of things, but an aphrodisiac ain’t one of ‘em: Philadelphia bottoms the list with only 99 annual interludes.
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Sex Statistics: Are You Normal in the Bedroom?
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January 29, 2013, 6:03 am
Picking the right CrossFit box can be tough. Jumpstart your search with our favorites from across the nation.
Looking for a killer CrossFit gym? Jumpstart your search with the top boxes in America.
With more than 5,000 certified CrossFit boxes (that’s code for CrossFit gym) worldwide, finding one that fits your needs or has the type of community you want can be challenging.
Are you looking for a large club where you can just blend in? A smaller one with a family vibe and member events? Maybe you just travel a lot, but don’t want to miss your WODs while you’re on the road. No matter what your goals or desired vibe, there's a box out there to meet your needs. We tapped 10 soon-to-be legendary CrossFit destinations across the US—the next time you're traveling, drop in for a workout that will leave you totally tapped (and on your way to getting jacked).
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If you are looking for a box that has everything—nutrition, yoga, boxing, kids classes—I Am CrossFit has got you covered. It has the largest membership in South Florida, and it’s also the biggest box in the area at 20,000 square feet. Each year, I Am CrossFit hosts a slew of events, including an inter-member competition, a Summer Crush Games where members from regional boxes face off against each other, and a dodgeball tournament. It also participates in CrossFit for Hope, which benefits St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, and raises money for breast cancer research through Barbells for Boobs. (
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At CrossFit Fenway, you'll get specific coaching in smaller classes, which max out at 10. "We ensure everyone receives some personal attention every time they're in," says manager and instructor Eric Siegel, who emphasizes that the box focuses on their programming by really paying attention to what is working and what isn't. CrossFit Fenway prioritizes the athlete's needs by making sure there is enough space, equipment, and time to complete all of the exercises, as well as keeping variety in all of the training so boredom isn't an issue.The box offers all levels of classes, including competitor training (the box even had an affiliate team at the 2011 CrossFit Games), and supplemental endurance training programs throughout the year. (
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Founded in 2005 and located under the Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco CrossFit is one of the first CrossFit-affiliated gyms in the world. And when it comes to boxes, this one is literally a breath of fresh air, as it is a predominantly outdoor-based gym. The box boasts members such as Brian MacKensie of CrossfitEndurance.com and Olympic-lifting coach Diane Fu. The box also offers CrossFit for kids and teens, as well as programs for running, gymnastics, weightlifting, movement/mobility, and CrossFit endurance. (
sanfranciscocrossfit.com)
CrossFit NYC is the largest gym in the nation and the oldest on the East Coast, with more than 1000 members and 200 classes a week between their two locations. Sound too populated for you to handle? You'll still get a personal feel at this box, thanks to monthly happy hours and fundraiser events. And its most unique feature? At the new Flatiron District location, which has 25,000 feet of space, you can climb a rope to get up to the second-floor gym. (
crossfitnyc.com)
If you want to push your WODs to the next level, Windy City CrossFit offers an Athlete's Development program, which preps you for the CrossFit Games and other competitions. And along with CrossFit classes (80 each week), the box has a variety of courses you can attend, so you'll never get bored. These include Olympic Weightlifting classes and endurance classes, which allow you to supplement your daily WODs and build strength for long-distance races. The box constantly recognizes that it wouldn't be running without you, the hard-working, tough athlete, and shows their appreciation by profiling members on their Athlete of the Month online page — consider that motivation to make it the gym each and every day. (
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After Northwest CrossFit was opened in 2007 by owner and athlete Jake Platt, the box had to expand — so many athletes had joined that workouts were being held outside in the parking lot. Platt decided to build two more locations (with input on layout from engineers, architects, and athletes), so each gym is aesthetically pleasing and has all essential amenities like good lighting, open floor space, and tons of equipment. Plus, the Greenlake space has floor-to-ceiling garage windows that are often open when the weather is nice. And if you are looking to become a coach, we recommend working here—each trainer at Northwest CrossFit receive health and medical insurance, and ongoing education/retirement contributions. (
nwcrossfit.com)
The owners of this box—which include a former pro snowboarder, an elite collegiate gymnast, and a judo Olympian—prove that every kind of athlete can benefit from CrossFit. You'll find top-notch coaching and a close-knit community that supports not only each other, but also others in need—the gym hosts an annual fundraiser benefiting Stand Up to Cancer. (Last year, it raised $215,000.) Specialty classes include Olympic weightlifting and gymnastics, as well as a nutrition program that combines Paleo Diet education with a strength and conditioning regimen for weight loss. (Proof it works: One client shed 85 pounds last year!) (
dogtowncrossfit.com)
With three locations around Austin, one of CrossFit Central’s boxes will always be nearby—so you can’t use logistics as an excuse to skip a class. The box holds numerous challenges and competitions throughout the year that range in size from 40 competitors to 400. Many of the challenges are CrossFit-specific, but a few are geared towards the general fitness buff. One of the three gyms is dedicated to specifically training elite and competitive athletes, and it has sent competitors to the CrossFit games since 2007. And if you are looking for something tailored specifically to your workout goals, CrossFit Central should be able to help you out—the gym has women's only classes, RunSmart Endurance Training, as well as Olympic Weightlifting classes. (
centralathlete.com)
The 21,000 square-foot Shoreline CrossFit box makes trying this sport much less intimidating than diving in headfirst. With their On-Ramp introduction program, you can attend eight sessions that cover fundamental movements and nutrition, which are the basics of CrossFit. Then, after you've mastered the introductory course, get on the roster for a regular class, like Olympic Lifting, CrossFit Yoga, Endurance, or a Master class (for athletes 50 years and older). You can even get your family involved with CrossFit for kids and teens. Each course has about one trainer per 10 people, which provides a personal feeling even when the group is on the larger side. (
shorelinecrossfit.com)
Every Day at CrossFit LoDO, you'll find a Strength WOD, an Endurance WOD, and a Main WOD. There are two USA Weightlifting certified coaches on staff and an Olympic Weightlifting class offered twice a week. Most unique, however, is that this box has open gym all day, so athletes can always work out on their own time—or even come in for two-a-days. You'll also get an old-school, barbell-club feeling, as the gym resides in a 200-year-old building that was once used as stables for the Pony Express. (
crossfitlodo.com)
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Top 10 CrossFit Gyms in America
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January 29, 2013, 7:07 am
We’ve seen some of the best Super Bowl ads ever aired on game day. Here's a list of our 13 favorites.
Most guys watch the Super Bowl for the game. Two teams battle through playoff rounds to reach the final in hopes of hoisting the Lombardi Trophy—they deserve our undivided attention.
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January 29, 2013, 8:00 am
Celeb chef George Duran's three simple steps to the perfect crunchy guac.
It’s a safe bet: Pretty much everyone loves a good guac, making it a perfect pick for your Super
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January 29, 2013, 8:41 am
Super-size your chest with these three supersets.
Looking for a great workout to single out the chest or want something to add to your "one bodypart per day" program?
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January 29, 2013, 9:51 am
Run some numbers to uncover some cool things about your caloric needs and workout intensity.
Don’t worry—we’re not going to rehash what you learned—or at least attempted to learn—in college calculus.
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January 29, 2013, 10:00 am
If you’re having trouble falling asleep—or you’re waking up tired—these tips are for you.
The stats on sleep deprivation are astounding.
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January 29, 2013, 10:00 am
Here's how it could be wreaking havoc on everything from your physique to your sex life.
Does anyone else remember Wake-ups?
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January 29, 2013, 12:44 pm
We wish these ridiculous relics were part of the past.
Sports aren't just about the game. Halftime shows, mascots and other rituals are half the fun. I mean, would you want to watch a baseball game without a hot dog and a beer?
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January 28, 2013, 3:03 pm
Lifelong Celtics fan Sam DeHority recounts how the basketball legend known simply as "Jordan" made an impact on his younger years.
1996—I didn’t know why at the time, but I had to have it. Had to.
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January 29, 2013, 9:11 pm
Our expert tells you why you shouldn’t always push to the max.
Constantly find yourself crawling out to your car after a lifting session practically unable to lift your arms? You aren’t alone.
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January 30, 2013, 7:53 am
This executive drops an incredible 128 pounds in only eight months.
Name: Gus Kahermanes
Hometown: Neptune, New Jersey
Age: 58
Height: 6’2”
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January 30, 2013, 8:04 am
Ever wonder why she deals with stress differently? Here's why. Plus, techniques to beat stress for good.
According to a study in the journal Social Cognitive and Affective Neuroscience, men and women exhibit different brain-pattern activities when they’re stressed.
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January 30, 2013, 8:53 am
Itching for adventure? Here are the craziest, adrenaline-pumping high-altitude activities—from jetpacking over the Florida Keys to skydiving in Nepal.
Itching for adventure? Here are the 10 craziest, adrenaline-pumping high-altitude activities.
Wanna get high? We scouted out the world’s top 10 ways to soar above sea level. From sitting shotgun in a helicopter over the Great Barrier Reef to being your own aircraft in a BASE jump over the Swiss Alps, we guarantee this roundup will leave you with vertigo— and the best
natural high you’ve ever had.
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When you think of the Great Barrier Reef in Australia, you probably think scuba diving. But with new helicopter tours being offered over the world’s largest coral reef system, you can join an even more elite group of people who have admired this natural wonder from above. Flights take off from Cairns and other Northeast Australian cities and include aerial views of rainforest-fringed coasts, pristine white beaches, and natch, the unique coral formations and marine life of the reef.
HOW TO GET HIGH: Contact GBR Helicopters, starting at $370 for 30 minutes and up to $546 for an hour.
Skydiving might be one of the most infamous ways to get high—and then get low again in record time. So how can you jump out from the diving crowds? Join the world’s most exclusive skydive over Mount Everest, at more than 29,000 feet. Hopefully you have a healthy savings account balance, because getting this high will run you a cool $15K; but if not, you’ll have time to start saving as the elite trips depart just twice per year. Worth it? We think so. This experience includes freefalling past many of the world’s highest mountain peaks and landing on the world’s highest Drop Zone.
HOW TO GET HIGH: Contact Incredible Adventures, and be sure to have your bank on speed dial to transfer that $15,000.
Riding in a hot air balloon has a certain romance to it, no matter what the destination. But do it over the Masai Mara in Kenya and you’ll be hard-pressed to conjure a more cinematic experience. Calmly soaring over the Serengeti grasslands will give you a completely different perspective than the one you get from the more traditional safari vehicle, the jeep. If possible, try to visit from the months of April through July, when the Great Migration occurs and wildebeests, zebras, and gazelles lumber across the Serengeti, led by genetic precursors to the GPS. By grazing over the plains in a fire-fueled balloon, you’ll take part in the largest mass movement of mammals on the planet.
HOW TO GET HIGH: Contact Porini Kenya, $450 per person.
Hang gliding, in which the participant pilots a light and non motorized aircraft, has been around for almost a century. And for nearly fifty years, it’s been an adventure traveler’s tradition when visiting Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. More than 10,000 tandem flights take off each year, and it’s easy to see why: it’s a glider’s dream to to get airborne with the tropical sea breeze in your face and the mountain air in your lungs. For those short on time, it’s a handy way to get all your sightseeing done in one go—one flight can knock out Corcovado, Sugar Loaf, Copacabana and Ipanema Beaches, as well as the iconic Cristo Redentor.
HOW TO GET HIGH: Contact Rio Hang Gliding, $169 with 10% off for prepayment. Photos and videos from $37-79.
Arguably the world’s most impressive historic site, Angkor Wat—which once served as the seat of the Khmer Empire—is a bucket-list destination. It has survived centuries rife with war, dictators and genocide but is now threatened once again by the strain of two million annual visitors. Get high above the maddening crowds with a unique microlight flight. A fairly fresh addition to the aviation scene, microlights are small, motored aircrafts with a four-hour endurance, the ability to lift 550 lbs., and the capability to reach altitudes of nearly 10,000 feet. Flights in Cambodia include intimate aerial views of the Angkor temple groups, rural countryside, and the Tonle Sap floating villages.
HOW TO GET HIGH: Contact Skyventure, from $60 for 15 minutes to $180 for an hour.
This is by far the most controversial way to get high—at least on this list! BASE jumping, in which participants jump from fixed points and use parachutes to break their fall, is one of the riskiest sports on earth, with one out of every 60 jumps ending in fatality. Interlaken, Switzerland, is one of the most popular places on earth to BASE jump thanks to its high mountain peaks and scenic views. However, even at this BASE hotspot, no tour operator will assume responsibility for jumpers—this is a DIY get high activity.
HOW TO GET HIGH:Happy Tour Interlaken provides tours to “observe the jumpers” for $156 for up to four people. Discounts available for larger groups.
Paragliding is a gentle sport: participants glide lightweight and free-flying from a harness held up by a fabric wing. But don’t be fooled by the lack of engine: paraglider flights can last hours and cover many miles. What better location for this mid-air ballet than mild-mannered Japan? Paragliding over Mount Fuji brings you to the rim of the country’s highest mountain as well as an active volcano—surely enough to provide a fix for any adrenaline junkie. And in line with true Japanese hospitality, you’ll be served a piping-hot cup of green tea upon landing.
HOW TO GET HIGH: Contact Asagirikougen Para, $38 on a weekday, $44 on a weekend.
Jetpacks may seem futuresque, but you can try them right now—and you don’t have to go too far to do it. Florida is home to the world’s only Jetpack flight tour operator. Flights begin with a boat ride out to a custom flight deck, where you’ll be introduced to the ins and outs—and ups and downs (pun most certainly intended)—of the Jetlev R200. Don’t get too excited, though. The jetpack remains tethered to a boat and maxes out at 20 minutes of flight time. Still, this might just be the world’s newest, and certainly most futuristic, way to get high.
HOW TO GET HIGH: Contact Jet Pack Adventures, $250 for a two-hour experience.
Seaplanes are unique in their ability to both soar high over skyscrapers or mountains and also to limbo low, right down to sea level. And Dubai is a location that takes advantage of both these opportunities. Passengers can get eye -level with the world’s only seven-star hotel, the Burj Al Arab; the world’s tallest building, the Burj Dubai; and other landmarks, including The World Islands and the Dubai Atlantis. What went up then goes down, zipping along the famous coastline before making a dramatic water landing in the Persian Gulf.
HOW TO GET HIGH: Contact Arabia Horizons, $329 per passenger.
Bungee Jumping has become a popular activity, with jumps set up across the globe from Argentina to Zimbabwe. But the ultimate leap of faith is the world’s highest bungee jump above China’s special administrative region of Macau. This hop will get you high—all the way up to 764 feet—and then back down again. Views of the glittering metropolis of Macau and the South China Sea will zoom past as you come within 100 feet of the ground.
HOW TO GET HIGH: Contact AJ Hackett, standard jump $319, full package including photo and video $409.
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10 Places to Get High Around the World
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January 30, 2013, 9:00 am
The sexy Australian star of <em>Chuck</em> and <em>Dexter</em> tells us what she likes in a guy.
She’s Australian (that accent!), speaks fluent Polish—just like the sexy secret agent she plays in Chuck—and felt it pertinent to mention that she won’t run away if
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