If you’re wondering if you’re a perfectionist, I’d say there’s a good chance you are. Or at least have perfectionist tendencies. I know I do. After all, who doesn’t want to be perfect? Who doesn’t want to be the one who gets the gold stars, the big wins, and the admiration? Perfectionism is one of […]
Professional triathlete Max Fennell was in between sips of coffee when he answered the call for our mid-morning interview. It wasn’t Folgers in his cup, but rather a freshly roasted brew from Fenn Coffee, the company he founded in 2018. You see, Fennell isn’t your average athlete. “I’m just one of those people […]
The league brass wants the NFL playoffs to be accessible. Through 2019, only six of the 16 teams in each conference made the field, and that gave the NFL a lower rate of playoff participation than a couple of peer leagues (the NHL and NBA) while keeping it just a hair ahead of Major League […]
As a devoted fan of skincare, at-home spa treatments, and, most recently, face yoga, I’m always on the lookout for new ways to pamper myself. Thus, I couldn’t help but notice the recent uptick in beauty influencers raving about their Gua Sha stones, jade rollers, and similar facial massage tools. Besides the fact that the […]
As the 2021 (née, 2020) Tokyo Summer Olympic Games finally get off to a subdued, pandemic-tempered start, all eyes will be on the elite athletes, and the cool outfits and gear they employ in their pursuit of gold. Though the Olympics originally were contested in Greece with the participants competing in the nude, the modern […]
This article was produced in partnership with Pit Viper Grab the antivenom—Pit Viper strikes again. The fun-loving brand has been killing it with its impossibly rad, retro eyewear since 2012, all the while snake-charming the party crowd with irreverent stunts (watch Jim York jump a limo through an RV) and unconventional sweepstakes (did we ever […]
How to give any main dish a “wow” factor? Add a touch of sweetness to a savory dish. These grilled pork and pineapple kebabs are tangy and smoky with just the right amount of sweetness from fresh pineapple. You can serve these with just about any side dish for a BBQ meal that keeps you […]
Winning any professional triathlon three times in a row is impressive, but Escape From Alcatraz isn’t just any triathlon. Participants take a chilly plunge into San Francisco Bay’s choppy water for a 1.5-mile swim, then haul 18 miles up twisting hills by bike, and finish with an eight-mile run. The pièce de résistance: a brutal […]
Research of the Week While processed meat intake was linked to worse cognitive health, unprocessed meat intake was linked to better cognitive health (although they didn’t emphasize that last part in the conclusion). Babies born with higher levels of oxidized LDL in their cord blood have poorer pancreatic beta cell function. For learning to read, […]
What if we told you there were some towns in America that would pay you to move? If you ever get that nagging voice in the back of your mind—the one that tries to convince you to pack all your belongings and uproot your life for a fresh start—well, now’s the time to listen to […]
Hey folks! In this week’s Ask a Health Coach, Erin is answering your questions about eating primally on the road, what to do when you feel like you’re forcing yourself to exercise, and the role coherent breathing plays in reducing anxiety. Got a question for Erin? Post it below or over in our Mark’s Daily […]
Portable speakers can leave a lot to be desired, if you’re someone who likes to lose yourself in sound. That’s true whether you’re trying to overpower neighboring beachgoers’ music or seeking to hear your favorite podcast all throughout the house while you do chores. The Sonos Roam more than meets those challenges, and redefines what’s […]
One thing the pandemic made clear is that it’s a good idea to have a home gym. For most of the year in some places, gyms were closed. They still are if you’re unlucky. And even after they opened, a significant portion of the population doesn’t even want to set foot in one out of […]
The good news: After a rough year and a half, many people are finding their way back to something like “normal” (even if it’s a new normal). The bad news: We picked up some not-so-helpful habits during our time underground. You’re not alone if you’re emerging from your cocoon feeling a little worse for wear! […]