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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

Why Slash Hated Guns N’ Roses’ Popular 1987 Song—Named One of the Greatest Guitar Riffs of All Time
Slash tried to sabotage Sweet Child Of Mine but he created one of the best guitar riffs of all time.


Exclusive Club: Joe Burrow Did Something the NFL Hasn't Seen In 75 Years
Burrow had a historic day in the Cincinnati Bengals' thrilling 43-36 overtime win over the Tennessee Titans.


Ireland Mourns Olympic Runner Ciara Mageean, Who Dies Weeks After Her Wedding
Mageean was an accomplished mid-distance runner who won continental medals, competed in multiple Olympic Games and had just married weeks ago.


Lamar Jackson Will Be Placed on Injured Reserve With a Thumb Injury
Lamar Jackson has had a string of bad injury luck this season; after fighting through an ankle injury, he lands on injured reserve with a thumb injury.


Kid Rock Admits To Using AI on Controversial New Song with Eminem
Kid Rock used AI to help with the choir on his song "Heal My Faith," his controversial collab with Eminem.


History Made: Buccaneers Become First NFL Team to Achieve Wild Feat in 52 Years
The Bucs accomplished an extremely rare feat in a potential season-saving shutout win over the Atlanta Falcons.


Lions Hand Vikings Their First Loss of the Season
The Detroit Lions hand the Minnesota Vikings their first loss of the season in a tight defensive struggle.


Merrell's Tech-Loaded Hiking Shoes Are Now Nearly 60% Off, and They Offer 'Amazing Comfort'
The built-in Boa lacing system "really lets you customize the fit."


1952 Film Named ‘Most Uplifting’ Movie Ever - And It Has a 100% Rotten Tomatoes Score
We all need to smile sometimes.


James Bond Star Says 007 Franchise Needs a 'Complete Reinvention'
While the casting for the next Bond is underway, an actor from a previous franchise has some advice for the filmmakers regarding sexuality and modernization.


Pete Townshend Thinks the Who ‘Should’ve Stopped’ 48 Years Ago, After the Death of Keith Moon
Pete Townshend admits he thought The Who should have stopped touring about the loss of Keith Moon and John Entwistle


Elizabeth Hurley Sets Social Media Ablaze with Viral Bikini Halloween Costume Photo
A stunning Halloween costume photo from Elizabeth Hurley has fans buzzing online. Check out the striking look that sparked major social media buzz.


Keith Richards Once Gave Jimmy Page ‘Amusing’ Advice on How to Improve 'Hollow' Led Zeppelin
Keith Richards once told Led Zeppelin they need to hire a new guitarist.


Lamar Jackson Injury Update: Why Did the Ravens’ Quarterback Leave Against Buffalo?
The QB left after the first play on Sunday against the Bills.


Jerry Koosman Cause of Death: What We Know About the 1969 Miracle Mets Legend’s Passing at 83
Jerry Koosman, the lefty who clinched the 1969 World Series for the Miracle Mets, passed away at 83 in Osceola, Wisconsin, after battling multiple illnesses.


This 1999 James Gandolfini Crime Drama Named ‘Best Show in HBO History’ Won 21 Emmys
Before The Sopranos changed television, creator David Chase worried that his future leading man might not seem threatening enough.


Legendary New York Mets World Series Champion Dies at 83
He was part of the "Miracle Mets."


REI Is Selling a Corduroy Workwear Shacket for 51% Off in 3 Classic Colors
It's fully in stock right now.


Sen. Chris Murphy, 53, Had a Stroke at His Son’s Hockey Game. His First Symptom Was Numbness in His Arm
The Connecticut senator is awake and alert at Johns Hopkins, and his office says doctors expect a full recovery.


Jordan Trunner O/S 'Space Jam Planet': Where to Buy the $130 Tribute Sneaker
The Jordan Trunner O/S 'Space Jam Planet' celebrates the film's 30th anniversary with colorful suede, nostalgic Hare Jumpman branding, and Cushlon 3.0 comfort. Here's where to buy the $130 trainer.


Kristen Bell’s Hit Rom-Com Debuts at No. 2 on Netflix’s Global Weekly English-Language TV Chart
Erin Foster’s real-life engagement helped shape Nobody Wants This Season 3, while a close friendship adds another personal link behind the scenes.


One Person Killed in Shooting After College Football Game
Absolutely tragic.


Ben Wheatley’s 2011 Thriller, Shot in 18 Days, Named Best Horror Movie of the 21st Century
The team behind Kill List built its script around familiar actors, then filmed a sample to help secure funding.


Liam Fitzgerald's Girlfriend Reveals His Tragic Cause of Death
The influencer died tragically at the age of 29, his girlfriend Jamie Lynn Rin revealed in a sad Instagram post.


Isao Takahata’s 1988 Film Named Among the Best Anti-War Movies Ever Is Streaming on Netflix
A writer’s heartbreaking childhood loss inspired Grave of the Fireflies, but its director resisted the message many viewers took from it.


Timex’s Sophisticated and 'Timeless' Chronograph Watch Is 40% Off at Macy’s Right Now
“Presents as a truly high-end watch.”


No. 4 Indiana Survives Minnesota With a 23-16 Overtime Victory
Indiana narrowly escapes Minnesota in overtime as they continue their quest for another national championship title.


Nancy Guthrie Update: Officials Release Significant New Statement
Sunday, Nov. 1, marks the nine-month anniversary of the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, the mother of "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie.


New Winter Storm Warning: 50 MPH Winds, 8 Inches of Snow Could Hit Multiple States
It's that time of the year.


New Major Winter Storm Forecast Warns of Heavy Snow Across US States Through Monday
Forecasts reveal where heavy snow could disrupt Sunday travel and Monday commutes.


30 Years Later, Gamers Still View ‘Wave Race 64’ as a Classic N64 Game
Decades after it launched for the Nintendo 64, racing fans love to revisit the great times they had playing 'Wave Race 64'. It's still a lot of fun!


Inde Navarrette, Marvel's New Rogue, Flipped Shane Gillis' Gym Joke on 'SNL'
Inde Navarrette used her Halloween hosting debut to flip Gillis’ controversial joke about women’s gym clothes back on the comedian.


Heat Director Michael Mann Accidentally Shoots Himself in the Leg
Heat director Michael Mann had to be taken to the hospital after he accidentally shot himself in the leg. Read how the incident unfolded.


No. 2 Ohio State’s Playoff Aspirations in Jeopardy After They Fall to USC
Ohio State went into the Coliseum with a freshman quarterback, and USC delivered them their second loss of the year.


Elton John’s 1975 Song Ranked Among the ’70s’ Worst No. 1 Hits Reached the Top 51 Years Ago Today
Behind “Island Girl” lies a surprising link to Neil Sedaka and lyrics that Bernie Taupin later came to regret.


Brand-New Action Thriller Officially Hits No. 1 on Prime Video Just 2 Days After Release
A brand-new action thriller released on Oct. 30 and has already climbed to No. 1 on Prime Video.


Yoshi P Gives a Sneak Peek at Evolved Mode Job Changes for 'Final Fantasy 14: Evercold'
At the Tokyo Fan Fest Q&A session, 'Final Fantasy 14' lead Yoshi P revealed some more information about job changes for one classic job in particular.


A Thief Tried To Rob Hayden Christensen, but Returned Everything After Recognizing Him
Hayden Christensen shared details of a crazy story, where a man tried to rob him, but apologized and returned everything after recognizing him from 'Star Wars'.


John Stamos Reunites With Pantene After 32 Years
More than 30 years after his first commercial, the Full House star is reuniting with the hair-care brand that helped make his famous mane part of television history.


Jason Statham’s 2 Giant-Shark Movies That Made Nearly $930 Million Just Landed on Hulu
Jason Statham’s The Meg and Meg 2: The Trench joined Hulu on Nov. 1. Here’s what the shark movies made at the box office and what else just arrived.


Walmart Is Selling a Heavy-Duty Steel Carport That Can Fit 2 Full-Size Pickup Trucks for Over 50% Off
Keep your gear protected from sun and rain with this massive carport.


Robin Williams’ 1993 Classic Ranked Among the Most Rewatchable Comedies of All Time Is Streaming on Hulu
Behind the laughs in Mrs. Doubtfire, marathon makeup sessions and surprise lines kept the cast and crew on their toes.


Nike Air Bakin High SP 'Varsity Royal and Black': Electric Blue Waves, Ribbed Upper, '90s Basketball DNA — Release Date & Where to Buy
The Nike Air Bakin High SP returns November 12 for $170, bringing electric blue accents, sculpted construction and Tim Hardaway-era basketball nostalgia back to Nike's lineup.


Walmart Sells a $280 Heavy-Duty 10x20 Canopy Storage Shed That’s UV-Proof and Dumps Snow Easily
Its curved design gives it an edge in rainy and snowy weather.


Scientists Tested 3 Workouts for Adults Over 65 and One Result Surprised Researchers
A six-month study of 123 older adults found that HIIT reduced body fat without the lean-mass decline seen with moderate exercise.


The Polar Vortex Is About to Break Down 3 Weeks Earlier Than Ever Recorded, and the East Could Feel It by Thanksgiving
A record-early polar vortex disruption is forecast for early November. Here’s when experts say the eastern US could feel it, and why it may not mean cold.


Scientists Followed 3,635 Adults for 12 Years and Found a Surprising Longevity Benefit
Researchers followed 3,635 adults and found that reading books—not just newspapers or magazines—was associated with longer survival.


White Christmas Forecast Shows Snow Coming to Every US State
The weather experts at AccuWeather and the National Weather Service are giving insight into areas of the country that could see a snowy holiday.


Scientists Studied 2,244 Patients and Found a Hidden Danger of Even Mild Obesity
Even mild obesity may carry serious consequences during an unexpected medical emergency, according to an international study involving 2,244 patients.


62 Years Later, Clint Eastwood's Western Classic Remains One of the Greatest Movies of All Time
Clint Eastwood's classic Western has stood the test of time and remains a favorite among movie fans decades later.