Men's Journal » Mind & Body http://www.mensjournal.com Fri, 10 Feb 2012 22:19:43 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.0.1 Losing the Last Hundred Pounds http://www.mensjournal.com/losing-the-last-hundred-pounds http://www.mensjournal.com/losing-the-last-hundred-pounds#comments Thu, 09 Feb 2012 23:00:53 +0000 MJ http://www.mensjournal.com/?p=26596 How one indulgent big guy stopped living every day like it was Thanksgiving and lost a third of his body weight. … [visit site to read more]

]]> http://www.mensjournal.com/losing-the-last-hundred-pounds/feed 0 Six Rules for Injury Prevention http://www.mensjournal.com/six-rules-for-injury-prevention http://www.mensjournal.com/six-rules-for-injury-prevention#comments Wed, 08 Feb 2012 20:29:10 +0000 MJ http://www.mensjournal.com/?p=26498 Injuries used to be an inevitable side effect of exercise. No longer. Learn and adopt these six rules for injury prevention, and you may never get injured again. … [visit site to read more]

]]> http://www.mensjournal.com/six-rules-for-injury-prevention/feed 3 Dr. Bob on the Aerobic Benefits of Skiing: Video http://www.mensjournal.com/dr-bob http://www.mensjournal.com/dr-bob#comments Tue, 07 Feb 2012 21:30:21 +0000 MJ http://www.mensjournal.com/?p=24696 Watch our in-house doc on the slopes of Vermont’s Stowe Mountain as he shows you how to build endurance on the hill. Have a question for Dr. Bob? Email him at dr.bob@mensjournal.com. … [visit site to read more]

]]> http://www.mensjournal.com/dr-bob/feed 2 The Six Week Challenge http://www.mensjournal.com/the-six-week-challenge http://www.mensjournal.com/the-six-week-challenge#comments Mon, 06 Feb 2012 20:46:08 +0000 MJ http://www.mensjournal.com/?p=26435 Everyone has an athletic sore spot. But what if you spent a month and a half doing everything you could to improve? That was our writer’s six-week challenge. … [visit site to read more]

]]> http://www.mensjournal.com/the-six-week-challenge/feed 0 Four Steps to Healthy Hair http://www.mensjournal.com/haircare-tips http://www.mensjournal.com/haircare-tips#comments Tue, 31 Jan 2012 20:52:30 +0000 MJ http://www.mensjournal.com/?p=26326 Washing every day with drugstore shampoo? You’re doing your hair more harm than good. Here’s how to overhaul your routine for fuller, healthier hair. … [visit site to read more]

]]> http://www.mensjournal.com/haircare-tips/feed 0 Chris Carmichael Can Make You an Olympian http://www.mensjournal.com/chris-carmichael-can-make-you-an-olympian http://www.mensjournal.com/chris-carmichael-can-make-you-an-olympian#comments Thu, 26 Jan 2012 17:42:26 +0000 Daniel Duane http://www.mensjournal.com/?p=26251 Chris Carmichael coached Lance Armstrong to the best performance of his life. Check out what he can do for you. … [visit site to read more]

]]> http://www.mensjournal.com/chris-carmichael-can-make-you-an-olympian/feed 0 Laird Hamilton Says: Turn Your Workout Upside Down http://www.mensjournal.com/laird-hamiltons-says-turn-your-workout-upside-down http://www.mensjournal.com/laird-hamiltons-says-turn-your-workout-upside-down#comments Mon, 23 Jan 2012 19:53:08 +0000 MJ http://www.mensjournal.com/?p=26185 With his debut column, the big-wave surfer wants you to do the opposite of everything gym rats tell you. … [visit site to read more]

]]> http://www.mensjournal.com/laird-hamiltons-says-turn-your-workout-upside-down/feed 4 The Problem with PSA Screenings http://www.mensjournal.com/the-problem-with-psa-screenings http://www.mensjournal.com/the-problem-with-psa-screenings#comments Wed, 21 Dec 2011 18:52:36 +0000 MJ http://www.mensjournal.com/?p=25813 Is the common test for prostate cancer more dangerous than the disease itself? … [visit site to read more]

]]> http://www.mensjournal.com/the-problem-with-psa-screenings/feed 1 Take Your Workout to the Wall http://www.mensjournal.com/take-your-workout-to-the-wall http://www.mensjournal.com/take-your-workout-to-the-wall#comments Mon, 12 Dec 2011 16:00:58 +0000 William Cockrell http://www.mensjournal.com/?p=25737 Sick of the weight room? Use climbing to build muscle this winter. … [visit site to read more]

]]> http://www.mensjournal.com/take-your-workout-to-the-wall/feed 3 The Scary Truth About Vitamin E http://www.mensjournal.com/the-scary-truth-about-vitamin-e http://www.mensjournal.com/the-scary-truth-about-vitamin-e#comments Wed, 07 Dec 2011 17:45:57 +0000 MJ http://www.mensjournal.com/?p=25658 New studies show that the popular supplement may increase the risk of cancer. … [visit site to read more]

]]> http://www.mensjournal.com/the-scary-truth-about-vitamin-e/feed 5 Find the Right Fish Oil http://www.mensjournal.com/find-the-right-fish-oil http://www.mensjournal.com/find-the-right-fish-oil#comments Tue, 15 Nov 2011 21:24:00 +0000 MJ http://www.mensjournal.com/?p=25334 If you choose one that works, Omega-3 supplements can help prevent heart disease and may even ward off diabetes, arthritis, obesity, and other illnesses. … [visit site to read more]

]]> http://www.mensjournal.com/find-the-right-fish-oil/feed 3 Find the Right Fish Oil: Gallery http://www.mensjournal.com/find-the-right-fish-oil-gallery http://www.mensjournal.com/find-the-right-fish-oil-gallery#comments Tue, 15 Nov 2011 21:22:49 +0000 MJ http://www.mensjournal.com/?p=25343 Doctors say an Omega-3 supplement is vital to good health — but only if you choose one that works. … [visit site to read more]

]]> http://www.mensjournal.com/find-the-right-fish-oil-gallery/feed 0 The Testosterone Dilemma http://www.mensjournal.com/the-testosterone-dilemma http://www.mensjournal.com/the-testosterone-dilemma#comments Mon, 14 Nov 2011 20:19:02 +0000 Daniel Duane http://www.mensjournal.com/?p=25304 Male hormone levels are at historic lows. Is the cause environmental or natural? And do you really need to start taking a supplement? … [visit site to read more]

]]> http://www.mensjournal.com/the-testosterone-dilemma/feed 7 Five Rules for a Healthier Halloween http://www.mensjournal.com/five-rules-for-a-healthier-halloween http://www.mensjournal.com/five-rules-for-a-healthier-halloween#comments Mon, 31 Oct 2011 20:06:22 +0000 MJ http://www.mensjournal.com/?p=25140 Ready to raid Junior’s leftover candy? You’re not alone. Surveys show that parents eat half the candy their kids bring home on Halloween. So before you do too much damage to your heart this week, appease your sweet tooth the right way by following these five tips. … [visit site to read more]

]]> http://www.mensjournal.com/five-rules-for-a-healthier-halloween/feed 0 Protein Power Foods http://www.mensjournal.com/therightcatch http://www.mensjournal.com/therightcatch#comments Mon, 24 Oct 2011 15:35:01 +0000 MJ http://www.mensjournal.com/?p=24991 Active men should aim to get 20 percent of their daily calories from protein, so maximize your nutrient intake with fish, a protein-rich power food. … [visit site to read more]

]]> http://www.mensjournal.com/therightcatch/feed 0 The (Not So Hard) Truth About Hair Loss Drugs http://www.mensjournal.com/the-not-so-hard-truth-about-hair-loss-drugs http://www.mensjournal.com/the-not-so-hard-truth-about-hair-loss-drugs#comments Wed, 19 Oct 2011 15:56:45 +0000 MJ http://www.mensjournal.com/?p=24884 Propecia may be able to save your hair, but will it cost you your sex life in the process? … [visit site to read more]

]]> http://www.mensjournal.com/the-not-so-hard-truth-about-hair-loss-drugs/feed 9 The Truth About Superfoods http://www.mensjournal.com/the-truth-about-superfoods http://www.mensjournal.com/the-truth-about-superfoods#comments Wed, 12 Oct 2011 16:13:26 +0000 Daniel Duane http://www.mensjournal.com/?p=24712 Can exotic foods from places with less disease and obesity make Americans healthy and thin too? … [visit site to read more]

]]> http://www.mensjournal.com/the-truth-about-superfoods/feed 2 The Five Step Ski-Prep Plyometric Workout http://www.mensjournal.com/the-five-step-ski-prep-plyometric-workout http://www.mensjournal.com/the-five-step-ski-prep-plyometric-workout#comments Tue, 04 Oct 2011 21:52:57 +0000 MJ http://www.mensjournal.com/?p=24587 Want an extra edge on the slopes this winter? Practice these five exercises two times a week to quickly build strength before this year’s season. … [visit site to read more]

]]> http://www.mensjournal.com/the-five-step-ski-prep-plyometric-workout/feed 0 Is Tea Better for You Than Coffee? http://www.mensjournal.com/is-tea-better-for-you-than-coffee http://www.mensjournal.com/is-tea-better-for-you-than-coffee#comments Wed, 21 Sep 2011 21:01:04 +0000 MJ http://www.mensjournal.com/?p=24427 The results may surprise you. … [visit site to read more]

]]> http://www.mensjournal.com/is-tea-better-for-you-than-coffee/feed 0 Five Extreme Races You Can Take On http://www.mensjournal.com/extremeracestodo http://www.mensjournal.com/extremeracestodo#comments Fri, 09 Sep 2011 21:33:39 +0000 Tyghe Trimble http://www.mensjournal.com/?p=23966 Tackle mud, rope obstacles, and fire hazards at one of these five races. Difficulty, discomfort, and exhaustion all guaranteed. … [visit site to read more]

]]> http://www.mensjournal.com/extremeracestodo/feed 1 What Ails the Foot http://www.mensjournal.com/footcare http://www.mensjournal.com/footcare#comments Thu, 08 Sep 2011 19:35:03 +0000 MJ http://www.mensjournal.com/?p=23925 If you’re like most men, your foot problems exceed the occasional rugged toenail or thick callus. Here’s how to treat — and even prevent — the five most common ailments. … [visit site to read more]

]]> http://www.mensjournal.com/footcare/feed 0 Dynamic Stretching: The New Pregame Routine http://www.mensjournal.com/dynamic-stretching http://www.mensjournal.com/dynamic-stretching#comments Tue, 09 Aug 2011 22:23:28 +0000 MJ http://www.mensjournal.com/?p=23464 Many top athletes and trainers argue that static stretching is ineffective and potentially harmful. Is it time to change your pregame routine? … [visit site to read more]

]]> http://www.mensjournal.com/dynamic-stretching/feed 13 Dynamic Stretching Routine: Gallery http://www.mensjournal.com/dynamic-stretching-routine http://www.mensjournal.com/dynamic-stretching-routine#comments Tue, 09 Aug 2011 22:02:35 +0000 MJ http://www.mensjournal.com/?p=23452  

Illustration by Remie Geoffroi

 

FULL SQUATS

With a straight back, squat as low as you can while keeping your chest upright. Repeat 10 … [visit site to read more]

]]> http://www.mensjournal.com/dynamic-stretching-routine/feed 2 Beyond Blood Tests http://www.mensjournal.com/healthtests http://www.mensjournal.com/healthtests#comments Tue, 09 Aug 2011 19:02:01 +0000 MJ http://www.mensjournal.com/?p=23432 Weight gain, high cholesterol, or low sex drive? Don’t leave it up to doc to always diagnose. Here, three under-the-radar procedures that may help you get the right answer to oft-overlooked problems. … [visit site to read more]

]]> http://www.mensjournal.com/healthtests/feed 1 Gluten-Free Grub http://www.mensjournal.com/glutenfree http://www.mensjournal.com/glutenfree#comments Wed, 13 Jul 2011 11:16:10 +0000 MJ http://www.mensjournal.com/?p=22909 Get ready to go gluten-free with such easy-to-cook dishes as fresh pancakes, pasta, and other delicious eats that don’t taste like recycled cardboard. … [visit site to read more]

]]> http://www.mensjournal.com/glutenfree/feed 2 The Practical Guide to Feng Shui http://www.mensjournal.com/the-practical-guide-to-feng-shui http://www.mensjournal.com/the-practical-guide-to-feng-shui#comments Wed, 06 Jul 2011 20:08:01 +0000 MJ http://www.mensjournal.com/?p=22755 It’s not just for occult interior decorators. Follow these steps for a more livable pad.
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]]> http://www.mensjournal.com/the-practical-guide-to-feng-shui/feed 3 Rules of Sun Protection http://www.mensjournal.com/rules-of-sun-protection http://www.mensjournal.com/rules-of-sun-protection#comments Thu, 02 Jun 2011 19:18:05 +0000 MJ http://www.mensjournal.com/?p=22143 The number of skin cancer cases has doubled since 1994, making it the most common cancer in the U.S. Men in their 40s have the highest annual UV exposure, which can lead to squamous cell and melanoma, the two most dangerous kinds of skin cancer. Steer clear of skin disease with these four essentials.
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]]> http://www.mensjournal.com/rules-of-sun-protection/feed 2 Maximize Your Micronutrients http://www.mensjournal.com/andiscores http://www.mensjournal.com/andiscores#comments Thu, 28 Apr 2011 17:04:59 +0000 MJ http://www.mensjournal.com/?p=21408 Whole Foods Market’s diet guru on a new way to pack the most nourishment into your meals … [visit site to read more]

]]> http://www.mensjournal.com/andiscores/feed 5 The Best Supermarket Snacks http://www.mensjournal.com/the-best-supermarket-snacks http://www.mensjournal.com/the-best-supermarket-snacks#comments Tue, 29 Mar 2011 19:20:53 +0000 MJ http://www.mensjournal.com/?p=20784 Finding healthy snacks at the grocery or convenience store, at the airport, and in vending machines is easy with these four rules. … [visit site to read more]

]]> http://www.mensjournal.com/the-best-supermarket-snacks/feed 3 Best New Books for Better Health http://www.mensjournal.com/best-new-books-for-better-health http://www.mensjournal.com/best-new-books-for-better-health#comments Mon, 14 Mar 2011 17:36:53 +0000 MJ http://www.mensjournal.com/?p=20685 Cheaper than a therapist or a personal trainer, these five works, all published in the past year, leverage the latest thinking about diet, fitness, and disease so you can live well. … [visit site to read more]

]]> http://www.mensjournal.com/best-new-books-for-better-health/feed 4 The Only Three Supplements You Need http://www.mensjournal.com/the-only-three-supplements-you-need http://www.mensjournal.com/the-only-three-supplements-you-need#comments Thu, 03 Mar 2011 23:26:47 +0000 MJ http://www.mensjournal.com/?p=20482 Not all dietary supplements have proven science behind them — these three do. Here’s what leading experts recommend men take for optimum health. … [visit site to read more]

]]> http://www.mensjournal.com/the-only-three-supplements-you-need/feed 5 Microbe Management http://www.mensjournal.com/microbe-management http://www.mensjournal.com/microbe-management#comments Wed, 23 Feb 2011 22:22:18 +0000 MJ http://www.mensjournal.com/?p=20399 Research shows that the live, beneficial bacteria known as probiotics promote healthy digestion by balancing bad bacteria in the body with good and can aid stomach problems, boost immunity, and protect travelers against diarrhea. Look to these five products to keep your inner jungle humming. … [visit site to read more]

]]> http://www.mensjournal.com/microbe-management/feed 2 Power Washers http://www.mensjournal.com/power-washers http://www.mensjournal.com/power-washers#comments Mon, 21 Feb 2011 16:13:33 +0000 MJ http://www.mensjournal.com/?p=20367 High-tech toothbrushes can give you a cleaner mouth and fewer long-term dental problems. We tested five, each with a unique technology, and consulted with John Kling, a master of the Academy of General Dentistry and Mark Coreil, a Louisiana State assistant professor of dentistry, to determine the best for you. … [visit site to read more]

]]> http://www.mensjournal.com/power-washers/feed 6 Everything You Know About Nutrition Is Wrong http://www.mensjournal.com/everything-you-know-about-nutrition-is-wrong http://www.mensjournal.com/everything-you-know-about-nutrition-is-wrong#comments Wed, 16 Feb 2011 21:18:17 +0000 Daniel Duane http://www.mensjournal.com/?p=20286 During the past several years, conventional dietary wisdom — skimp on fat, count calories — has started to crumble. Adopting the right approach mandates a new set of dietary rules that will help you live longer, be leaner, and better enjoy the foods you love. … [visit site to read more]

]]> http://www.mensjournal.com/everything-you-know-about-nutrition-is-wrong/feed 49 Q&A: Jack LaLanne http://www.mensjournal.com/lalanne http://www.mensjournal.com/lalanne#comments Mon, 24 Jan 2011 16:54:18 +0000 Dacus Thompson http://www.mensjournal.com/?p=19925 A pioneer in the health and fitness movement, Jack LaLanne died Sunday at the age of 96. Back in 2009, he spoke with Men’s Journal about what to eat, defending himself, and keeping his woman happy — even in his 90s. … [visit site to read more]

]]> http://www.mensjournal.com/lalanne/feed 7 Everything You Know About Fitness is a Lie http://www.mensjournal.com/everything-you-know-about-fitness-is-a-lie http://www.mensjournal.com/everything-you-know-about-fitness-is-a-lie#comments Fri, 21 Jan 2011 20:06:21 +0000 Daniel Duane http://www.mensjournal.com/?p=19877 Gym machines are boring, CrossFit is sadistic, and dieting sucks. Luckily, none of them is essential to being truly fit. Through years of trial and error — and humiliation at the hands of some of the world’s top trainers — Daniel Duane discovered the secrets to real health. … [visit site to read more]

]]> http://www.mensjournal.com/everything-you-know-about-fitness-is-a-lie/feed 206 Meditation Fit for a Marine http://www.mensjournal.com/meditation-fit-for-a-marine http://www.mensjournal.com/meditation-fit-for-a-marine#comments Thu, 11 Nov 2010 17:19:39 +0000 MJ http://www.mensjournal.com/?p=18421 New experiments with the military affirm the benefits of mindfulness. … [visit site to read more]

]]> http://www.mensjournal.com/meditation-fit-for-a-marine/feed 12 A New Way to Work Out http://www.mensjournal.com/trainingprogram http://www.mensjournal.com/trainingprogram#comments Mon, 18 Oct 2010 22:56:28 +0000 Daniel Duane http://www.mensjournal.com/?p=18039 Turns out getting strong — really strong — is the key to true fitness. The following program is the perfect introduction to strength training. … [visit site to read more]

]]> http://www.mensjournal.com/trainingprogram/feed 141 Steve Nash: My Key to Not Choking http://www.mensjournal.com/the-assist-not-choking http://www.mensjournal.com/the-assist-not-choking#comments Tue, 31 Aug 2010 19:48:33 +0000 Steve Nash http://www.mensjournal.com/?p=16843 Simple advice on beating stress — on the court or in the office.
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]]> http://www.mensjournal.com/the-assist-not-choking/feed 5 The False Security of Sunscreen http://www.mensjournal.com/sunscreen-2 http://www.mensjournal.com/sunscreen-2#comments Wed, 25 Aug 2010 20:31:12 +0000 MJ http://www.mensjournal.com/?p=16636 It’s an ongoing battle to prevent cancer, and flawed sunscreens put you at even greater risk. Here’s what you need to know.
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