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How To Get the Most From Cycling in Your 20s, 30s, 40s and 50s

There’s that great little phrase everyone tosses out without fail on a birthday that goes “you’re only as old as you feel.” While cliche, it’s a nice saying – as long as you feel good. In order to feel good and therefore young, health, fitness, and a concerted effort to fulfill your body’s needs at more »

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10 Workouts for Your Morning Commute

Whether you have kids you’re racing to get to school every day, are trying to blend your morning green goddess power smoothie while painting your nails and feeding your dog at the same time, or are doing a much needed morning shower power hour, the mornings are a bit hectic for most of us to more »

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National Women’s Health Week Recap – Tips for a Stress Free Summer!

This past May 11th – 17th marked National Women’s Health Week and we were a proud partner of this initiative. National Women’s Heath Week is an observance led by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office on Women’s Health to empower women to make their health a priority. Sometimes it’s hard in those busy schedules to more »

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MapMyFitness On the Road: Bay To Breakers

The MapMyRun Tour from MapMyFitness on Vimeo. MapMyFitness has 24 million members all over the world and thousands that send us emails, Facebook messages, and tweets every day. We decided it would be fun to meet some of them face to face and see how they use their MapMyRun app to stay motivated and stay more »

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MapMyRide Father’s Day Giveaway

We all like the idea of owning something unique. When MapMyRide power user and artist Thomas Yang offered one of his limited edition pieces (he only makes 100 copies of each), we jumped at the opportunity to share his art with our community. 100copies is the brainchild of Singapore Creative Director Thomas Yang. An avid more »

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MapMyFitness Syncs with Walgreens Balance Rewards

Ever notice how the closest convenience store goes unobserved until you are in dire need of socks, allergy medicine, band aids, toilet paper, gummy vitamins – you name it? Then, as if it knew you needed it, Walgreens appears enveloped in soft glowing light and trumpets sounding marking the momentous save that just occurred. The MapMyFitness more »

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Be Smart – Run Far: The Science Behind Running a Marathon

Wheeoo wheeooo nerd alert ahead! The awesome PBS show, It’s OK to be Smart, did an episode on the science behind what the human body requires to run a marathon. Find out how the marathon got its name, why YOU are better than a cheetah, and how you can give those muscles enough energy to more »

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Sync Up With the Withings Pulse

Are you curious about your daily activity? How about your weight fluctuation? With the Withings Pulse and Smart Body Analyzer Scale – staying in tune with your body’s activity is getting a lot easier. The Withings Pulse is a “wear it your way” activity tracker to monitor your daily movement and sleep, read vital signs more »

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The Build Your Best Self Challenge

Fitness is so much more than hitting the gym or buying new running shoes. To build your best self, attention to a healthy diet, exercise, and the proper amount of sleep and recovery time between each workout is absolutely crucial.   Whether you’re new to running, lifting weights regularly, or even training for a triathlon, more »

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Welcome to the Refresh: Android 3.0

We’re excited to announce a long-overdue update to our Android apps: Version 3.0, available for download now in the Google Playstore. This update include more than just a face-lift. It has a whole new look and feel, including new functionality, especially for our growing MVP community. We’ll cut to the chase. So what’s new? Complete more »

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Men's Journal

Map Shows the 10 Cheapest States to Retire in 2026—and One Jumped 17 Spots
A new 2026 ranking reveals where retirees can potentially stretch their money furthest—and the biggest surprise comes from a state that surged 17 spots.


Lego Makes an 808-Piece Spider-Man Set That Includes 8 Iconic Marvel Characters
Shop it now while it's a rare $30 off.


Zepbound Is Known for Weight Loss, but Scientists Just Found Something Unexpected
New evidence suggests tirzepatide may influence how the body uses energy—not just how much you eat.


40 Years Ago Today, Metallica Tragically Lost Cliff Burton in Sweden
A freak accident took Metallica's bassist far too soon.


Air Jordan 3 'Black Cat': Where to Buy Without Overpaying
The Air Jordan 3 'Black Cat' returned after an 18-year wait, but its black nubuck, patent leather and elephant print now come with a premium. Here’s where to buy—and when to walk away.


85 Years Ago Today: One of the Greatest War Movies of All Time Was Released
Gary Cooper initially turned down 'Sergeant York.' Then the real Alvin York personally appealed to him—and Cooper changed his mind.


58 Years Ago, The Beatles Released a No. 1 Hit That Changed the Rules of Radio
In the face of skepticism from the music industry about the commercial success of their single, John Lennon offered a definitive five-word response.


Map Shows States Under Flood Warning as Mississippi Rises
Rain from the nor'easter and Hurricane Nolo are causing flood warnings around the country.


DeWalt Makes a $40 40-Piece Ratchet Set Complete With 22 of the Most Useful Sockets
“Someone at Dewalt actually asked a mechanic what tools would be useful.”


Air Jordan 6: Ranking the 15 Best Colorways Ever, Nos. 7–1
Part 2 brings the Air Jordan 6 heavyweights: Travis Scott, DMP history, Olympic colors and OG classics, ending with the battle between my personal favorite and the sneaker with the strongest championship résumé.


Taylor Sheridan’s Hit Series Won’t Return in 2026—And Fans Now Face a Much Longer Wait
The oil drama is breaking its annual release pattern after production was pushed into 2027—but there’s still plenty happening behind the scenes.


30 Years Ago Today, a Supernatural Teen Sitcom Ranked Among the ‘Best Witch Shows’ Premiered After Ryan Reynolds Appeared in Its TV Movie
A witch-themed sitcom that premiered 30 years ago went on to rank among TV’s best, months after Ryan Reynolds appeared in an earlier TV movie.


ESPN College GameDay Returning to Iowa City For First Time in 20 Years
The Iowa Hawkeyes will be at the center of college football this weekend after a thrilling victory over Michigan.


Tommy Lee Just Made a Real Housewives Star’s Daughter’s Dream Come True With Mötley Crüe
A teenage rock fan got the kind of backstage experience most Mötley Crüe fans can only dream about.


One Beer Brand Managed to Outrank Every Spirit and Wine in America
Samuel Adams edged out Guinness and others in a YouGov study of most positive brands across multiple consumer categories


55 Years Ago, Isaac Hayes Lost a Movie Role and Turned It Into a No. 1 Hit
Isaac Hayes was rejected for a dream role, but his contribution to the film's soundtrack made him the first black musician to win an Academy Award.


7 Years Later, Avengers: Endgame Is No. 1 Again — Beating Brad Pitt and Robert Pattinson
'Avengers: Endgame' is already streaming at home. That hasn't stopped moviegoers from paying to see the three-hour Marvel blockbuster again.


'Armed Fantasia' Canceled After Thousands of Fans Backed the 'Wild Arms' Spiritual Successor
It's officially over--'Armed Fantasia' has been canceled and will no longer be released, leaving 'Penny Blood' from the Kickstarter campaign in limbo, too.


1989 Album Ranked as One of the Greatest of All Time — And It Still Hits
A rock legend had to fight to get it released.


Map Shows Best States for Hunting in 2026
See if your favorite place to hunt makes the cut for the best states for hunting in 2026.


2005 Film, Starring Liam Neeson, Ranked Among 'Greatest Historical Epic Movies of the Last 50 Years'
The movie is widely considered one of the best historical epic movies ever made.


Walmart's Ozark Trail Line Makes a $12 Multitool Knife With 7 Essential Functions
It's a tool that every camper should have on them at all times.


Crocs Roy 'Twilight': Where to Buy the Crocs That Look Nothing Like a Clog
Designed by Steven Smith, the Crocs Roy 'Twilight' brings a futuristic shape to Mellow foam when it releases October 2 for $80. Here’s where to buy and what to know about sizing.


Active Volcano Grounds Every Flight at Italy’s Fifth-Busiest Airport for a Second Day
All arrivals and departures remain suspended through Sunday night. The danger comes from tiny fragments of rock and glass that can melt inside jet engines.


32-Pound Hunting Chair Named 'Best for Deer Hunting' Sounds Excessive — Until You See What It Does
As we move into deer hunting season, this chair was named the best for deer hunters.


38 Years Ago, This 'Star Trek' Series Debuted and Changed the Franchise Forever
This year marks the 38th anniversary of 'Star Trek: The Next Generation' making its debut on television. The legendary series changed the 'Star Trek' franchise forever.


32 Years Ago Today, a Debut Album Ranked Among the 'Best Rock Records of the ’90s' While Carrying a Heartbreaking Dedication to the Singer’s Sister
Thirty-two years after its release, a debut album ranked among the best rock records of the 1990s still carries a quiet dedication to the singer’s late sister.


This Clever Workshop Tool Solves One of the Most Annoying Problems With a Traditional Vise
The versatile tool is a gamechanger for home workshops.


2002 Reese Witherspoon Rom-Com Ranked Among the 'Best of All Time' After Its Original Ending Left Test Audiences Thinking She Was Dead
A 2002 romantic comedy got a new ending after test audiences mistook its final joke for the lead character’s death.


A False AI Report Nearly Sent U.S. Troops After a Chinese Ship
A chatbot-generated false intelligence report about a Chinese vessel nearly triggered a U.S. military confrontation, CNN reports, exposing gaps in how the Pentagon vets AI tools.


1994 Quentin Tarantino Crime Film Has a Soundtrack Ranked Among the ‘Greatest of All Time,’ Despite Having No Traditional Film Score
A 1994 crime film earned a 92% critics’ score and an acclaimed soundtrack built from existing songs rather than a traditional score.


Nintendo Gives New Look at Ganondorf in ‘Ocarina of Time’ Remake on Nintendo Today App
A new video shared on the Nintendo Today mobile app gives fans a new look at the villain from 'The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time' remake.


Workers Trimmed NFL Field With Scissors Before Cowboys-Ravens in Brazil; Players Union Raised Concerns About Slipping
At Rio’s Maracanã, crews used scissors alongside heavier equipment to prepare a busy soccer field for Sunday’s NFL game.


47 Years Ago Today: The Youngest Guitarist To Ever Play On A Uk No.1 Single Passed Away Aged 26
The guitarist was a member of Wings and the Small Faces.


34 Years Ago Today, a Sketch Comedy Show Now Ranked Among the ‘Best of All Time’ Debuted—Despite Fox Canceling It Before Its Emmy Win
A sketch comedy series canceled after one season later won an Emmy and earned a place on a best-of-all-time list.


Nike Air Max 95 Big Bubble 'Cow Print' — Release Date & Where to Buy
Brown-and-white calf hair, a reptile-textured side and a gold Swoosh push the Big Bubble further into luxury materials.


1982 Film Ranked Among the ‘Best Boxing Movies’ Had a Dark Side: Its Star Reveals an Eating Disorder and Says Steroids ‘Took a Terrible Toll’
A boxing film star has revealed the eating disorder and steroid use behind his 1982 on-screen physique.


Why Are So Many Americans Claiming Social Security Early?
Social Security claims surged 13% in early fiscal 2025 as fear about the program's future drove Americans—especially higher earners—to claim benefits early, a move that can permanently reduce monthly payments.


Walmart Sells a $110 Canopy Carport That Has Nearly as Much Space as a 1-Car Garage
Keep your stuff protected from rain, sun, tree sap, and more.


Farmers' Almanac Reveals What US Homeowners Should Do Before the First Hard Freeze Hits
The temperature gardeners should worry about may be much warmer than they think.


2006 Film, Turned Down by Denzel Washington, Named One of the 'Best Thriller Movies of All Time'
A 2006 film that was turned down by Denzel Washington was named one of the best thriller movies of all time.


Toronto Filmmaker Was Murdered Over Barbecue Smoke, Then Dumped in a Trash Compactor
A Toronto man was killed over a neighbor dispute about barbecue smoke. Khoa Tran was convicted of second-degree murder, and his wife was convicted of being an accessory. Sentencing is set for Oct. 26.


Merrell's Tech-Loaded Hiking Shoes That Feel Like Springy Running Shoes Are 55% Off Right Now
"Excellent energy return and underfoot cushioning."


Map Shows US States Bracing for First Widespread Freeze This Fall
NOAA’s latest outlook shifts the early-October freeze threat east—and a new region is now on watch.


1971 Film, Starring Clint Eastwood, Ranked Among Greatest Thrillers of All Time
Clint Eastwood starred in this 1971 thriller that remains a standout decades later.


J. Cole Celebrates 15 Years of Debut Album: How It Previewed a Great in the Making
In 2011, J.Cole dropped his debut studio album, and he hasn’t looked back. Here’s why it was so special.


USPS Quietly Announces Major Holiday Price Change That Will Cost Some Customers More
USPS holiday shipping prices are changing Oct. 4, and some customers could pay considerably more.


1972 Robert Redford Classic, Turned Down by Clint Eastwood, Named Among Best Westerns of All Time
A 1972 Western that was turned down by Clint Eastwood was named one of the best of all time in a recent list.


14 Years Ago Today: Western, Delayed for Nearly 20 Years, Finally Released
A Western starring River Phoenix was released 14 years ago, nearly 20 years after it was halted following his death.


A Different World’s Cornell Young IV & Darryl Bell Talk Mixing Old World with the New (Exclusive)
A Different World’s Cornell Young IV and Darryl Bell talk exclusively with Men’s Journal about working together and share their favorite moment from the season.