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Olivia Munn Is An Absolute BEAST In Combat Training Video For X-Men: Apocalypse [Video]A video posted by Olivia Munn (@oliviamunn) on Aug 1, 2015 at 11:15am PDT [Y]ou should be VERY, very scared of Olivia Munn. At least while she's training for her role as Psylocke—a... -
The Coke Effect: What Happens In Your Body After Chugging A Can Of Coke [Infographic][P]ssssssssh, how bad can an itty, bitty 140 calories really be? Not that it's mind-blowing whatsoever—we've been hating on soda hardcore for years—but if that 140 comes straight from a... -
The Workout Music Friday Five-Pack, V29 — Kaskade, Meek Mill, Major Lazer, & Martin Garrix[G]et amped. Every Friday we're dropping a five-pack of heart-thumping, blood-pumping workout songs to build out your playlist, hardwire a little energy into your workouts, and kickstart the... -
Upgrade Your Lettuce Game — Boost Your Nutrient Intake 3000% With This Two Second Salad HackImage: Epicurious [W]hat if we told you one mindless—and laughably easy—nutrition hack could boost your vitamin K, vitamin A, and vitamin C intake by over 3000%, and your potassium, calcium,... -
The Degree #GetMoving Challenge Week 4 — Push Yourself To Exhaustion With Crunch-Jump Rope Uber Supersets*This article originally appeared in Men's Health and was adapted for Lean It UP. [D]IPSET, DIPSET, DIPSET. We're halfway there. If you've been moving vigorously and maxing out over the... -
10 Naked World Class Athletes Dish On Body Image & Feeling Awesome In Your Own Skin [PHOTOS][O]ne size doesn't fit all. Want a little explosive inspiration to light up your week? Look no further than the lineup of world class athletes gracing the pages—completely au naturel—of... -
The Degree #GetMoving Challenge Week 2 — MAX OUT Your Body With Explosive Lunges, Push Ups, & Squats*This article originally appeared in Men's Health and was adapted for Lean It UP. [A]aaaaaaaaaaaand we're off. After a relatively simple week one—walk 12,500 steps/day—the Degree... -
[WOTM, 07/2015] SHRED UP Your Body Outdoors With The Bodyweight Hyperburner Workout Circuit[G]ET OUTSIDE. We adore the gym and love crushing weights just as much as anyone. It's basically a second home. But let's get serious for a second — it's July and it's GORGEOUS outside.... -
Washington Nationals' OF Bryce Harper Is Straight SHREDDED In ESPN's 2015 Body IssueImage: ESPN “You’re growing up and you go, ‘I want to be on the front of a Wheaties box, I want to be on the front of a Topps card, you want to be on the Body Issue” —... -
The Workout Music Friday Five-Pack, V28 — Flo Rida, Drake, Afrojack, & Dillon Francis[G]et amped. Every Friday we're dropping a five-pack of heart-thumping, blood-pumping workout songs to build out your playlist, hardwire a little energy into your workouts, and kickstart the... -
Shape Up This Summer With Chris Powell & The 6-Week Degree #GetMoving Challenge[G]et moving. We're PUMPED to announce that we've partnered with Degree, Men's Health, and Women's Health on a summer rendezvous to CRUSH a series of fitness challenges hosted by all-world... -
How Can I Get A Six Pack? 5 BIG Reasons Why Your Abs Aren't Growing[A]fter 1000's of crunches and seven brutally intense ab workouts per week, you'd think that it would all add up to that one coveted, magic number — 6. It's sad and discouraging when someone...
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Would You Eat Crickets? Cricket Flour Might Just Be The New Protein Powder
What if we told you there was a buzzworthy new protein source that offered more nutritional perks than beef, chicken, and dairy, without the destructive environmental impact or allergy issues? There is. Start embracing cricket.
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Jack Up Your Protein Intake — Here’s The Big List Of Top Protein Sources, Including The Best Options For Vegetarians
Protein is your #1 nutritional secret weapon to continuously build lean muscle & torch body fat. Here’s your full, go-to compendium of the top protein sources, including the best plant-based protein options for vegetarians and vegans.
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Power Your Next Race With Bonk Breaker Energy Bars — The Official Bar Of IRONMAN & USA Cycling [Giveaway]
Whether you’re taking on a Tough Mudder or dominating a pick-up basketball game, portable fuel becomes paramount. Bonk Breaker Bars are a clean, au naturel, uber-delicious shot of rocket fuel that can power whatever your body’s taking on.
Read More![[Report] Makers Of Quest Bars Sued Over Mislabeling; Allegedly Overstated Fiber By More Than 750%](../../../wp-content/uploads/2014/02/quest-giveaway-1-130x130.jpg)
[Report] Makers Of Quest Bars Sued Over Mislabeling; Allegedly Overstated Fiber By More Than 750%
A new lawsuit alleges that Quest Bars OVERSTATE their fiber content by more than 750% and understate calories by at least 20%. Is there any truth to the claims? Here’s our take on the situation.
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[Review] Rise Bar — The Clean, Uber LEAN, Au Naturel Protein & Snack Bar
We review Rise Bars — a lean, clean, all natural nutritional powerhouse that’s perfect on-the-go. If you’re looking for a protein and/or snack bar that’s balanced, explosively delicious, and devoid of artificial junk, Rise Bar might just be your new go-to.
Read More![[Study] Looking To Amp Up Muscle Recovery & Growth? Guzzle A Protein Shake Before Bed](../../../wp-content/uploads/2014/01/Protein-shakes-for-bodybuilder-116-130x130.jpg)
[Study] Looking To Amp Up Muscle Recovery & Growth? Guzzle A Protein Shake Before Bed
Cozy up under the covers with a massive, frosty protein shake. Research shows that it boosts muscle protein synthesis by up to 22%, a major component in recovery.
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[Review] The Protein Powder Buyer’s Guide — 150 Popular Protein Powders Shaken Up And Graded
We sifted through the shelves — 150 protein powders deep, including whey, slow-release, and plant — ranked the prospects, and pulled out the best bangs for your buck.
Read More![[Review] Forget About The Girl Scouts — Power Crunch Mint Chocolate Protein Bars Are Dangerously Delicious & Taste EXACTLY Like Thin Mints](../../../wp-content/uploads/2013/09/photo-130x130.jpg)
[Review] Forget About The Girl Scouts — Power Crunch Mint Chocolate Protein Bars Are Dangerously Delicious & Taste EXACTLY Like Thin Mints
We review Power Crunch Protein Bars — an uber-high quality bar that’s low in sugar and devoid of artificial sweeteners; packed with high-quality whey protein isolate; and quite possibly THE most dangerously delicious bar we’ve ever sampled.
Read More![[The Gym Bag, #3] Is Walking A Viable Alternative To Running; Post-Workout Protein Drink Options](../../../wp-content/uploads/2013/06/female_protein1-130x130.jpg)
[The Gym Bag, #3] Is Walking A Viable Alternative To Running; Post-Workout Protein Drink Options
In week 3 of The Gym Bag Q&A we address the differences between walking and running on weight-loss/performance, Naked Juice & Muscle Milk, and the best on-the-go protein shakes to chug after an intense workout.
Read More![[Report] 20% Of Protein Powder Products, Incl. Shakeology & Optimum Nutrition, Mislabeled And/Or Contaminated](../../../wp-content/uploads/2013/06/tumblr_mo18mv11mo1s2pdjio1_500-130x130.jpg)
[Report] 20% Of Protein Powder Products, Incl. Shakeology & Optimum Nutrition, Mislabeled And/Or Contaminated
Recent tests from ConsumerLab.com revealed that 20% of protein powder products — including big brands like Optimum Nutrition, Dymatize, and Shakeology — were mislabeled and/or contaminated. One product even had 68% less protein than listed. Get the full list of offenders here.
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