Valentine's Day Gift Guide

February 4, 2013, 9:44 am

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Don't blow it this year. We'll help you score big this Valentine's Day with women-approved gifts for her that are guaranteed to please.

Score big this February 14th with gifts for her that are guaranteed to please.

With Super Bowl Sunday behind us it's time to bring our attention to February's other big event. Most women take Valentine's Day pretty seriously so you better not blow it like the Niners. Chocolates and flowers are always a safe bet, but if you go the extra mile and get her something as special and unique as she is you can guarantee a Superdome-sized reaction. To help you nail the most romantic day of the year, we've compiled this list of women-approved gifts. Buy one now, thank us later.

Get Her Something...

The best part about Valentine's Day is what comes after the gift exchange. This year get to that part quicker by giving her Booty Parlor's Romantic Rendezvous LoveKit. This naughty little kit has all the tools needed to get you to the bedroom faster, and keep you there longer, including "Bathe in Naughty Bubbles,""Don't Stop Massage Oil,"and "Add Magic Lubricant."

($30; bootyparlor.com)

A black lace bra and matching panties are the MVP of Valentine's Day gifts. This version is sexy without being too slutty, and even better, it's completely affordable—Cosabella, a luxe Italian lingerie brand (we're talking $80 plus price points) just launched a line at JCPenney so you can give her the champagne and caviar treatment, even on a beer and pizza budget.

(Bra, $24; hot pant, $12; jcpenney.com)

Giving a girl a candle can seem like a clichéd copout, but you can't go wrong with the ONO Pleasure Massage candle, which comes with a hot and sexy twist you'll both appreciate. Light it up and let the sensual smell (pick from three different scents) put her in the mood. As things heat up, blow out the candle and watch the melted wax turn into massage oil that's perfect for a playful rubdown.

($17; amazon.com)

Get yourself...err her... a little something special with this flirty bustle back slip from Victoria's Secret. A smokin' hot piece of lingerie that she'll actually love and want to wear is the gift that keeps on giving.

($48; victoriassecret.com)

Spent a few too many Friday nights sacked out on the couch in sweats with your significant other lately? Then this gift's for you. Get off the bench and back in the game when you challenge her to a very stimulating round of Dirty Darts. Take turns tossing the magnetic darts at the board and performing the spicy tasks—anything from talking dirty to a strip tease to spanking. Ready, aim, get fired up.

($25; redenvelope.com)

Teacup pigs, pint-sized dogs, tiny purses.....we have no idea what the obsession is but chicks seem to dig things that are miniature. We've heard they also like cupcakes. Kill two tiny birds with one stone when you give her a gift set of teeny Valentine's Day cupcakes from New York favorite Baked by Melissa. In honor of the holiday they're rolling out three special flavors (chocolate cake with chocolate icing and heart confetti; hot pink velvet cake with pink cream cheese icing topped with pink and red sugar crunch; and red velvet with chocolate icing and a heart candy) all of which will have your girl licking her fingers to the very last bite. Available February 11-17th.

(Starting at $25; bakedbymelissa.com)

Electronics can be a risky Valentine's gift choice since they can be seen as somewhat impersonal. But if she's into tech as much as you we've got a clever solution to that problem. Personalize the Sony eReader before you give it to her by uploading several books of love poems (try this and this ) or, using the built in WiFi, downloading a sappy chick flick you can watch together. You'll win double points for splurging on a cool gadget and making a romantic gesture.

($130; sony.com)

If two of the holiday’s most clichéd gifts (we’re talking candy and teddy bears) got together, this would be their hilarious—and delicious—5-lb. love child. And while we’d never suggest a monstrous hunk of sugar as the single standalone token of your affection, it could be a pretty special addition to your V-Day lineup—especially if she’s got a sense of humor and an addiction to all things gummy. Send it to her at work instead of flowers to let her know you can’t wait for your date.

($30; redenvelope.com)

Remember those ridiculous Valentine's Day cards you had to exchange with every single person in your third grade class? This is like the grown-up version. Tell your honey you want her to 'Bee Mine' with this sweet little bee necklace that she'll want to wear all year long....and she'll think of you every time she does.

($48; dogeared.com)

Want to guarantee you'll never again have to lay eyes on that ratty high school cheerleading tee she's hell-bent on sleeping in? Gift her this supersoft cotton cami and shorts sleep set. It's so comfortable that she may never want to take it off, but sexy enough that you'll spend every night trying to persuade her to.

($48; victoriassecret.com)

We're pretty sure the woman you're with is an amazing, one-of-a-kind specimen (why else would you be with her?) So she deserves something just as unique as she is, like this USB locket designed by Emily Rothschild. This ingenious piece will blow her mind when she realizes there's not just one picture of the two of you, but a whole flash drive loaded up (courtesy of you) with tons of shots depicting your relationship. All that other run-of-the-mill jewelry can totally suck it!

($250; emilyrothschild.com)

If it’s too soon to splurge for jewelry, but you want to get her something special she can wear, think: NARS Kiss Mini Larger Than Life Lip Gloss Coffret. This limited edition Andy Warhol-themed set translates the pop artist's signature painted lips from canvas to a chic canister. Inside she'll find five lip-plumping, high-shine lip glosses in an array of shades from flesh-toned beige to sheer hot pink. When your girl slicks them on—no matter what the occasion—they'll make her feel ultra sexy. Plus, their nourishing smoothness will make your goodnight kiss that much sweeter.

($55; amazon.com)

We've all been there, picked out a scent that was in a pretty bottle, only to see her cringe when she opened it up and got a whiff. Avoid the 'wrong scent syndrome' this year by getting her the Create Your Own Perfume Kit from Vetiver Aromatics. With all the tools she needs to build up to three custom scents, she'll walk around knowing nobody else smells like her...because nobody else is like her (feel free to write that in the card).

($46; vetiveraromatics.com)

Got a fashion-obsessed female on your hands? Appease her diva tendencies with an über-chic iPad case from Euro-based designer brand Ted Baker London. She'll love the trendy reptile print and the metallic gold accents on the canvas case almost as much as she'll love bragging to her friends that her guy picked out such a kick-ass, stylish gift.

($70; tedbaker-london.com)

A box of chocolates may be sweet, but getting pampered at a top salon is a treat no girl can resist. These packages of two blowouts and two manicures (or 5 blowouts + 3 manicures) can be redeemed at blow new york—one of the country's trendiest blow drying bars. Not based in the Big Apple? blow is giving Men's Fitness readers 20 percent off product sets designed to make her hair smooth, shiny and straight; just use "MF20" at checkout.

($85 - $175 for certificate; blowpro.com)

This days of the week running underwear is silly, sexy, and sporty all rolled into one—kind of like your girl. Designed by athletes, the set of seven panties features motivational running terms that will guide her weekly workouts and inspire her to hit the road. As an added bonus when the two of you run together you can think about which pair she might be wearing under there. That oughta rev your heart rate and make every mile extra sweaty.

($65; oiselle.com)

A good rule of thumb is to get a girl something she wouldn't necessarily splurge on for herself. Pearl Izumi's cool patterned tights are the perfect example. A bit pricier than the everyday workout gear she probably owns, she'll fall hard for these super-warm pants that are totally flattering on all body types. That means, whether she wears them for hardcore gym sessions or going for coffee with friends, her tush will look amazing, thanks to you.

($80; pearlizumi.com)

Just started dating a sporty woman? Go for something low-key yet thoughtful like this inspirational training journal. If she's training for her very first 5K or her 10th marathon, she can track her progress on the cute illustrated pages. With goal-setting tips and worksheets, motivational advice from female athletes, and blank pages for her to record her thoughts about running, or just life in general, this comprehensive diary will make getting to the finish line way more fun.

($25; believeiam.com)

Most guys tend to default to their sappiest selves when it comes to Valentine’s Day giving, but guess what? Research actually shows a little adrenaline is guaranteed to get her heart racing—in more ways than one. So tap into the holiday’s most overlooked aphrodisiac by gifting her a Cloud9 Living action/adventure experience, like a racecar ridealong, an intro to rock climbing, or a flight lesson. Kudos if something in their catalog will help one of her lifelong dreams come true, but even if not, she’ll think it’s pretty damn special that the two of you will be getting to share such a unique memory. Say it with us now: Awwww. (P.S. if your girl's not the adventurous type they've got plenty of romantic options to choose from like wine tastings, gondola rides, and couple's massages.)

(Starting at $45; Cloud9Living.com)

This durable, water-resistant utility tote can take a licking and keep on ticking. From daily gym runs to spontaneous road trips to adventure races, whatever your girl throws at this bag it's ready and roomy enough to handle it all. A zip-open bottom gives her easy access to store her sneakers, hook and loop fasteners securely hold her yoga mat, and a built-in protective laptop sleeve means she can haul it from work straight to her workout or vice versa.

($79; athleta.com)

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What To Get Her For Valentine's Day - Valentine's Day Gifts For Her

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The Paleo Diet Beginner’s Guide

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Is eating like a caveman for you? Here’s the rationale behind the Paleo plan—and the seven basic rules you need to get started.

The rationale behind the caveman plan—and seven basic rules to get you started.

Paleo. The caveman diet. Primal eating. From athletic trainers to holistic health professionals to diet book authors, it seems like everyone has something to say about why we should (or shouldn’t) take a lesson from ancient hunter-gatherers and get back to our dietary roots—which, Paleo enthusiasts will tell you, is the way humans were really designed to eat. And for every nutritionist or worst-diets list that slams the plan, there’s a research scientist, endurance athlete or weight loss winner who swears by it. What’s behind the hype?

The Paleo craze has its roots in a 1985 study by S. Boyd Eaton, MD, entitled “Paleolithic Nutrition,” published in the New England Journal of Medicine, and was further popularized by evolutionary medicine expert Loren Cordain, PhD, whose book The Paleo Diet, first published in 2002, is considered the seminal guide on the subject. Since then, guides to eating Paleo have proliferated, and while they may differ slightly from one another, they’re all based around a few common principles.

To give you a bit of an introduction to this prehistorically-minded nutrition plan, we broke the diet down into seven preliminary rules. Read on to learn the basics—and see if eating like a caveman could be right for you.

Meat was the biggest source of energy for our caveman ancestors—who, of course, went hunting for their own lean, wild game instead of buying prepackaged, grain-fed farm animals at the grocery store. So with Paleo, you’re encouraged to pile on the protein, seeking out fresh, naturally raised, grass-fed and wild-caught varieties while shunning corn- or grain-fed animals and cured, processed meats. Paleo tends to favor red meat in all its glory, from beef to bison, and fish and shellfish are prized too—especially fatty ones, like salmon. (Familiar proteins like chicken, pork, hamburger and eggs are fine too, as long as their sourcing complies with the standards above.)

But wait, this sounds like too much meat…right? Critics of the diet slam its saturated fat content, but Paleo experts claim you’re retraining your body to rely on fat—not carbs—for energy. “In our world, it’s ridiculous that you would avoid eating saturated fat, provided you are also cutting back on processed carbs and the types of sugars that raise insulin and cause havoc,” says Mark Sisson, a former world-class marathoner, Ironman triathlete, and author of The Primal Blueprint, one of the most popular guides to Paleo-style eating.

When our Paleo ancestors settled down and began raising crops such as wheat and rice, that’s where our troubles began, according to Paleo advocates. They say grains are full of hard-to-digest gluten and “antinutrients” such as lectin, which prevent the absorption of other essential vitamins and minerals—while wreaking havoc on our digestive systems. “Our ancestors would soak or sprout their grains to get rid of these antinutrients, but we don’t do that,” says Neely Quinn, integrative nutrition therapist at PaleoPlan.com.

On the Paleo diet, even gluten-free grains like quinoa are verboten; you’re better off replacing them with more meat and vegetables. Still, many Paleo practitioners say it’s fine to “cheat” once in a while—a slice of birthday cake, say, or a plate of pasta or brown rice if you’re really craving it—so long as your body can handle the grains without any nasty GI side effects.

Besides meat, our caveman forebears had easy access to fruit and vegetables, which means all varieties of fresh, in-season produce—from leafy greens to tubers to berries—are completely fair game. (Pro tip: If you go Paleo, you’ll probably want to get acquainted with your local farmer’s market—or join a CSA.)

On the flip side, though, Paleo experts think we modern humans rely far too heavily on high-carb legumes, like soy, peas, chickpeas, beans, and peanuts—so they’re all 100-percent nixed. “Legumes are off the diet for the same reasons as grains, minus the gluten component,” says Quinn. “They’re high in antinutrients like lectins and phytic acid."

Paleo experts are divided on whether dairy can be a healthy part of the diet. Cavemen didn’t keep cows or other livestock, and there’s some evidence to suggest our ability to tolerate lactose wanes as we age. But more relaxed practitioners say milk, yogurt and cheese are fine in very small amounts—if your system can handle it. “My take is, if you can find good sources of high-fat, raw, natural dairy and you don’t have the problem of lactose intolerance, then by all means, include dairy in part of your regimen,” says Sisson.

As Sisson mentions, any Paleo Diet dairy would be consumed raw and unpasteurized to avoid filling fats and important nutrients being stripped away—but this can be downright impossible unless you become pals with an organic farmer (or if you live in California, the only U.S. state where it’s legal to sell raw dairy). The everyman fix is to look for full-fat yogurts and milk, and to buy organic to avoid hormones.

Fat is a big part of Paleo eating—it’s essential to keeping you full and energized—but not all fats are encouraged. Steer clear of saturated fats found in processed meats and butter; polyunsaturated vegetable oils, which are higher in inflammatory omega-6 fatty acids; and the trans fats that hide in many baked goods and processed foods. Instead, stock your pantry with artery-friendly monounsaturated fats from olive oil, nuts and avocados, as well polyunsaturated omega-3s found in fish oils. “Macadamia nuts are my favorite snack,” says Sisson. “They are just the king of nuts—high in monounsaturated fat, low in omega-6 fats.”

One more Paleo diet staple worth mentioning here: Coconuts. Their meat, milk and oil are also considered a healthy saturated fat, so you’ll find them in many Paleo recipes

Even ancient humans were programmed to love the sweet stuff, but diving into a honeycomb as an occasional treat was much different than the constant stream of processed, refined sugars we end up flooding our bodies with these days. So on Paleo, you have permission to eat naturally occurring sweet treats like whole fruits, raw honey, coconut milk, Stevia and dark chocolate—the key, though, is to do so in moderation. Too much sugar, even the natural kind, will send your blood sugar spiking and dipping, which will prevent your body from burning fat efficiently.

man reading nutrition label at grocery store

If you’re ready to go Paleo, you’ve probably realized you need to rethink your trips to the grocery store. To avoid wheat and refined sugars, you’ll have to forgo most of the packaged and prepared foods so many of us rely on for convenience. This doesn't just mean shunning the obvious, like sliced breads and preservative-packed frozen dinners, but you'll also be checking ingredients lists on soups, sauces, condiments, and even Paleo-friendly foods like nut butters for things like added sweeteners (which often go by sneaky names like dextrose, maltose and crystalline fructose), excess sodium, and wheat-based ingredients. Shopping the perimeter of your grocery store, where the whole foods like produce and meat are located, or buying directly from farmers and butchers are good rules of thumb—and you’ll almost certainly be doing a lot more cooking. Luckily, Paleo cookbooks and recipe Web sites abound to help you ease into cooking and learn to use some of the less-familiar Paleo ingredients to their best advantage. Check out paleoplan.com, everydaypaleo.com, and civilizedcavemancooking.com for ideas.

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8 Things She Hates About the Way You Kiss

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Think you shouldn’t care about how your kissing skills rank? The path back to the bedroom begins with her lips—so study up.

The path back to the bedroom begins with her lips—so study up.

Everyone thinks they’re a great kisser, but by the law of averages…some of you suck at sucking face. Sorry, guys. But the problem has an easy fix if you’re willing to learn—and you really should be, because a great kiss is the difference between a hot night and a cold case of blue balls.

Of course, different women like different things, but when we asked them to share their biggest complaints, there were a few recurring moves that drove a lot of them crazy—and not in a good way. In fact, we determined that there are eight major types of lip-locking mistakes you might be making so we got expert tips to fix each of them.

Read on to hear what women had to say about the kisses that make them gag…and prepare to pucker up better next time.

She says:“When we made out, he shoved his tongue in my mouth and had no control—it flopped around like a fish out of water and it was gross.” – Lauren, 29

How to fix it: Rather than letting your tongue bob and droop around uncontrollably once it’s in there, try some light, varied moves that won’t remind her of a slimy creature. Andréa Demirjian, The Kissing Expert and author of Kissing: Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About One of Life’s Sweetest Pleasures, advises, “After introducing the tongue, alternate by pulling back on it, and just focus on the lips, slowly caressing her lower and/or upper lip with your tongue, sucking her lips gently, or just softly kissing her lips. Teasing between tongue and no tongue can be very arousing, and lets the anticipation build.”

She says:“Bad breath is such a turn off, and smoker’s breath is the absolute worst!” – Laura, 30

How to fix it: You don’t want your kissing dinged on a technicality. If you really can’t quit smoking (hey, by the way—quit smoking!), try to at least avoid having a cigarette for a few hours before you plan on smooching, and drink plenty of water to keep your mouth hydrated and flush out any unpleasant lingering odors. It’s important to remember that your mouth is your kissing instrument. That means taking care of it by using lip balm to keep lips smooth, brushing and flossing regularly, and keeping some gum or mints handy at all times—especially if alcohol or cigarettes are involved, says Demirjian.

She says:“I can’t stand it when guys are too scruffy and they grind their 5 o’clock shadow on my delicate face. It freakin’ hurts.” –Erin, 30

How to fix it: Yes, scruff can be rough: “Facial hair can make you look rugged and sexy, like Jason Statham, but it irritates our sensitive skin,” says Amy Levine, sex coach and founder of Ignite Your Pleasure. “Either shave off your manly chin hair, or avoid pressing your face into hers as you make out.” Plenty of ladies love a good beard, so don’t you all go shaving at once. Just try cradling the sides of her face in your hands while you kiss—that way, you can control how much face-to-face contact you’re making. (Bonus: Women swoon for this move. Trust us.)

She says:“Worst kissing style? The little, pointed tongue—especially the quick moving one. Shudder!” – Jennifer, 37

How to fix it: Leave the darting, hissing tongue to the reptiles. Keep it slow and sensual rather than quick and jarring. Levine says if you’re concerned your mouth moves are too rapid, let the lady set the speed. “Become a passionate kisser by following her pace and rolling your tongue in sync with hers. When you master the move, you can take the lead.”

She says:“I hate when guys have their tongues really hard and...erect, for lack of better words. Your tongue is not a penis!” – Elisa, 28

How to fix it: You’ve gotta loosen up, guys. According to Levine, the key is to “use soft lips to seductively kiss and tease.” Try to be mindful of what you’re doing, and if you sense your lips or tongue tensing up, try to subtly draw back for a moment to take a relaxing breath. And don’t laugh…but you can practice on your hand when you’re alone. “Make a fist, hold your index finger and thumb side up, and think of the opening as the woman’s mouth. By feeling it on your own hand, you can tell if your lips and mouth feel stiff or sensuous.”

She says:“Some guys don't swallow! So the kiss gets super wet and there's too much saliva. It's gross. Really, really gross."– Sarah, 25

How to fix it: Chances are, if it reminds her of her slobbering dog, she’s not going to find it sexy. If you’re a bit of a mouth-foamer, there are ways to control it. Says Levine: “If you know your mouth secretes lots of juices, kiss in small spurts so the saliva doesn't build up. You can segue between moves by gently pulling back a bit, stroking the side of her face, looking in her eyes and then going back for more kissing action.”

She says:“The most awful kissers are the men who lick onto the face and leave chafed red circles around my mouth. Sadly, there's more than one guy out there doing that.” – Judy, 31

How to fix it: Speaking of puppy love, yikes! She doesn’t need a tongue bath on her face to know you’re happy to see her. Says Demirjian, “A little licking can be sensual. A full on lick that covers the entire surface of your cheek is not.” Until you sense her comfort level, stick to the standards like an occasional earlobe graze or a trail of kisses down her neck. And when you are licking outside the mouth, Demirjian advises that you use just the tip to mid-section of the tongue, gently and softly—and on a small surface area.

She says:“This one guy had his entire tongue in my mouth and used it to make several laps around my own tongue.” – Julia, 28

How to fix it: Too much tongue was the complaint we heard most often from women. Exactly how much is too much is a personal preference, but a good rule of thumb is this: if she can barely breathe, you’re probably shoving your tongue too far in there. Demirjian recommends starting softly and slowly, and following her lead via body language: “See how the woman is responding—either with the way she uses her tongue or by the sounds she is making—to determine whether she is enjoying your tongue in her mouth,” she says. “If she is, its okay to let the tongue become more intense as the passion rises.”

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Find out which wallet is best for you.

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Rubberized leather takes a beating, no matter how many times it's chucked through airport security.

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A tri-fold creates ample room for work ID's, corporate cards, and more.

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Clean and classic, just like the one your grandfather used to carry.

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Is the ridiculously popular beverage the best way to rehydrate post-workout?

Coconut water is no longer an elusive elixir that you have to trek to a health food store to find. The blue cartons have cropped up everywhere from vending machines to convenience store shelves.

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Most Heated Rivalries in the NBA

February 8, 2013, 11:50 am

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Bleacher Report shares a list of the biggest feuds in the league.

NBA rivalry between Kevin Garnett and Tim Duncan

Our girlfriends watch soap operas. We watch sports.

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