Men's Journal's Blog, page 2085

Five Long-Distance Cycling Tours

There's no finer way to explore the country than a multiday bike-camping tour. From Vermont to California, Washington to North Carolina, here are our five favorite rides. … [visit site to read more]

Dynamic Stretching: The New Pregame Routine

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]

Dynamic Stretching Routine: Gallery

 

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]

Leafy Greens Recipes

Calorie for calorie, kale, arugula, and other leafy greens just may be the most nutritious foods you can eat. Aim to consume three to five ounces per day with these three recipes, courtesy of chef Shea Gallante of the New York City restaurant Ciano. … [visit site to read more]

Beyond Blood Tests

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]

Laird Hamilton's Next Adventure

Pioneering tow-in rider Laird Hamilton is one of only a handful of surfers who significantly changed the way waves can be ridden. Now the big-wave champion is ready for his next challenge: riding waves underwater. … [visit site to read more]

Five New Bluetooth Speakers

These Bluetooth speakers pair with your cell phone to turn anyplace — beach, boat, backyard — into an instant party. Which should you stuff in your pack? … [visit site to read more]

Jeff Bridges: America's Latest Country Star

The Oscar-winner teamed up with producer T Bone Burnett to record country-rock cuts by his favorite songwriters — plus a few he wrote himself. … [visit site to read more]

Kölsch: The All-Day, Easy-Drinking Summer Beer

Germany's secret to summer has taken over America. … [visit site to read more]

Escape from Iran

When L.A. dentist Hossein Vahedi returned to his homeland for a last visit, he never thought he'd wind up on a horse, freezing and broken, as he fled into the mountains. … [visit site to read more]