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Protein UP! Here’s The Big List Of Top Protein Sources, Incl. The Best Vegetarian Options
Our complete, go-to master list of the top protein sources on earth, incl. the best plant-based protein options for vegetarians, vegans, or anyone who’s animal-product-free.
Read MoreUberExercise — Thrash Your Shoulders & Send Sweat Streaming Down With Dumbbell Swings
The dumbbell swing is a killer move that completely thrashes the deltoids, blasts the butt & hamstrings, and eviscerates body fat in the process. Unlike most stationary lifts, dumbbell swings are a high-paced, continuous movement that pairs aerobics with pure, unadulterated power — THAT translates into MASSIVE calorie burn, and even greater muscle stimulation.
Read More[Video] Jacked Mets Fan Taken Down By Water Bottle, Gets Absolutely Slammed By Announcers
Guys, we’ve all been there; stuck relentlessly torquing at an irrationally strong water bottle or pickle jar — putting ALL of your power behind it — to no avail, dejected, with your GF or grandma looking on in despair. This guy was zeroed in on during an agonizing water-bottle-battle-royale — in front of a 45K crowd, a full TV broadcast, and 180K views+ on YouTube — for a hilarious 30+ second slam-session.
Read More[WOTM, 08/2013] The “HELP ME! I Have No Idea What The Hell I’m Doing” Newbie’s Workout Plan
Welcome to the iron jungle, newbie. August’s beginner’s WOTM is designed to help anyone who’s new to weight-training learn the ins-and-outs, awaken hibernating muscles, & lay the foundation for an elite physique.
Read MoreSip Leaner. Counting Down The 22 Most Explosively Fattening Cocktails
We’ve run the numbers and ranked 22 of the most popular cocktails — slotted from leanest (#1) to most explosively fattening (#22) — based on calories, % calories from alcohol, sugar, and carbs. What’s the most explosively fattening drink on earth? We countdown.
Read MoreThe Lean Man’s (Or Woman’s) Drinking Guidebook: 8 Simple Ways To Drink Lean & Keep the Pounds Off
You don’t have to sacrifice alcohol just to build an elite body. Use our ridiculously simple, high-powered tips to drink healthier & keep the belly fat off without giving it up.
Read More[Recipes] The Beta-Carrotine Protein Smoothie
The Beta-Carrotine Protein Smoothie — named for its 1-2 explosive punch of carrot juice and succulent nectarine fruit flavor — is a beta-carotene powerhouse. It’s a powerful way to shoot up your body in the AM with a powerful blast of energy or refuel and kickstart recovery after a killer, dripping-wet, muscle-crushing workout. All for only 260 calories.
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