On Strength, Beauty, and Strongman Contests

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Strongman NC Harrison is comfortable in his very large body, even if he confounds the expectations of others.

Dear John: He Thinks It’s Hot, I Think It’s Not

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A boyfriend’s lovemaking preferences, a roommate who drops into events without invitation, and exercise getting in the way of the marriage.

Working Out Work: Getting Your Career In Shape

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Pump it up. Sweat it out. Make it burn.

7 Types of Self-Care to Help Prevent and Heal Depression

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Depression shouldn’t be a terminal illness. How to tell if your depression is serious, and when to seek care.

The Perfect Male Body

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In the first of a series of posts about the objectification of the “ideal” male body, Oliver Lee Bateman examines the life and times of fitness entrepreneur Joe Weider.

Why Pain Is a Wonderful Thing

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Don’t kill the messenger: pain is also the source of compassion.

Lululemon Recalls Yoga Pants: “Too Transparent”

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Pants not for showing off recalled for showing off too much.

Stop Waiting for Things to Get Better

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Face it: Oprah’s not calling, and not much will change in your life without taking different action.

Preventing Osteoporosis: a Man’s Concern

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Men are at risk for osteoporosis too–Dr. Stephen Petteruti summarizes what you need to know to keep your spine healthy as you age.

“I am not wearing yoga pants to oppress your sexuality or tempt you into sin.”

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Julie Gillis says that her choice of pants are her choice, and hers alone, and that the uptick in these stretchy, wonderful pants in culture is not even about anyone but the wearers. It’s about comfort, happiness, and health.

Five Things I Did in My Twenties and How They Have Changed, Now That I’m 40

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Scott Behson is older and wiser.

Women Power-Lifting and Men Sipping Smoothies? Role Reversal at the Gym – Video

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What would it look like if men and women reversed roles at the gym?

Real Men Don’t Watch Sports

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Is our sports culture hurting men?

My Journey from the Gym to the Gym

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Bill Caudill overcomes his old fears of the gym … at the gym.

7 Tips To Bring Back Your Virility the Natural Way

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Dr. Stephen Petteruti talks about some non-pill-based ways to address erectile problems.

The Key to Exercise: Shamelessness

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Free yourself from shame over your body or your taste in music. Noah Brand shares his exercise playlist.