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Laird Hamilton Says: Turn Your Workout Upside Down

Monday, January 23, 2012

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Laird Hamilton Says: Turn Your Workout Upside Down

With his debut column, the big-wave surfer wants you to do the opposite of everything gym rats tell you.

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Grand Canyon’s Plastic Problem

Friday, January 20, 2012

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Grand Canyon’s Plastic Problem

The National Park Service was going to rid itself of an environmental threat — until its corporate donors intervened.

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Jimmy Van Doren: Skating’s Accidental Hero

Friday, January 20, 2012

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Jimmy Van Doren: Skating’s Accidental Hero

Jimmy Van Doren, who died last October at age 72, revolutionized skateboarding with his signature #44 deck shoe.

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Tested and Approved Workout Buds: Gallery

Thursday, January 19, 2012

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Tested and Approved Workout Buds: Gallery

We let five runners test the latest sweat-resistant headphones to help you identify the best pair.

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MJ Approved: Mizuno Wave Rider 15

Thursday, January 19, 2012

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MJ Approved: Mizuno Wave Rider 15

100 miles of road and track testing prove Mizuno's responsive Wave Rider 15s are great for increasing speed and preventing injuries.

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In the February Issue: Mark Wahlberg

Tuesday, January 17, 2012

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In the February Issue: Mark Wahlberg

In our February issue, on sale now: Erik Hedegaard profiles two-time Oscar nominee Mark Wahlberg, Paul Solotaroff revisits the golden era of Gold's Gym, and Kevin Gray celebrates the fast life and fiery death of Dan Wheldon, racing's brightest star.

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Top Fitness Tech from CES 2012: Gallery

Friday, January 13, 2012

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Top Fitness Tech from CES 2012: Gallery

With the increased popularity of social media-based fitness — live-tweeting weight via WiFi, posting 5K results to Facebook — a bevy of fitness-related gadgets hit the stores last year. Here are seven newcomers that caught our eye at the 2012 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas.

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Test Drive: 2012 Porsche Boxster S

Friday, January 13, 2012

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Test Drive: 2012 Porsche Boxster S

Porsche’s little-sister sportster delivers practical magic.

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Seven Nuts to Try Today: Gallery

Tuesday, January 10, 2012

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Seven Nuts to Try Today: Gallery

You know nuts are good for you. But new research shows they’re even healthier than we thought.

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King of the Airwaves: An Interview with Julius Genachowski

Thursday, January 5, 2012

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King of the Airwaves: An Interview with Julius Genachowski

FCC Chairman Julius Genachowski runs perhaps the most embattled department in the Obama administration. And he’s in it to win.

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Eight New Leather Boots for Men: Gallery

Thursday, January 5, 2012

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Eight New Leather Boots for Men: Gallery

Between a dress boot and a work boot, these lace-ups combine utility, comfort, and style.

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The Way I Am: A Q&A with Merle Haggard

Tuesday, January 3, 2012

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The Way I Am: A Q&A with Merle Haggard

At 74, the country music icon isn’t about to quit. He’s still writing music, winning awards, and on the road.

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The Best Nonfiction Books of 2011: Gallery

Friday, December 23, 2011

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The Best Nonfiction Books of 2011: Gallery

2011's best nonfiction explores everything from the global financial crisis to the dark side of imperialism.

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11 Holiday Gifts Under $6,000: Gallery

Thursday, December 22, 2011

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11 Holiday Gifts Under $6,000: Gallery

Presents for everyone on your list, from $380 to $5,570.

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The Problem with PSA Screenings

Wednesday, December 21, 2011

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The Problem with PSA Screenings

Is the common test for prostate cancer more dangerous than the disease itself?

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