You already know that spending time in the gym equals fitness gains, but what about doing the same for your brain? Elite athletes spend as much time working on their mental health as they do in the gym, because it can improve their performance drastically. Studies show that meditation has countless benefits. Aside from reducing stress levels, mindfulness can change your brain. You’re more present, helping the hours you spend on that run or in the gym become more impactful. And you don't need to locate a guru either; check out these apps and get started.
Everything You Need for Running in the DarkThe end of Daylight Saving Time will give us an extra hour of sleep, but it also means that the sun will set an hour earlier. For most of us, it’ll be dark before it’s time to leave the office, but that’s no excuse to pack up the running shoes until springtime. However, it can be dangerous to go running at night, as you’re never quite as visible as you think. Before you go, you need gear that helps you stand out. Check out our list of essentials, and you can be sure that you have the proper gear to stay visible — and alive.
The New Essentials: 26 Must-Haves For Every Man's WardrobeIf you're like most guys, your wardrobe consists of everyday basics with a mix of seasonal stand-ins — things you wear for a few months only to replace them with items better suited to a particular time of year. But what if dressing nowadays no longer meant the cyclical rotation of similar outfits but rather the careful composition of trending styles and mainstays? With the pandemic waning and dressing rules more relaxed, if not forgotten completely, there's never been a better opportunity to revisit the products inside your closet. Get weird. Let the mundane act of getting ready transform into sartorial mixology. And, most of all, have fun with it.
FaceTime on Your iPhone Just Got a Cool New FeatureIf you have an iPhone (or iPad) and you're frequent FaceTime caller, the newest software update — iOS 15.1 — just delivered a really cool new feature. It's called SharePlay and it allows you to share your screen and audio with the other people on your FaceTime call. This is really neat because it allows you and the other people on your FaceTime call to watch shows together and have live music listening sessions. You can also play group games or even exercise with the other people on your FaceTime. Here's how to use it.
Keep a Blistering Pace Without the Blisters: These Are Some of Our Favorite Running SocksWhen it comes to getting your running kit together, it's okay to admit that socks are generally an afterthought. When it comes to staying comfortable and preventing blisters and hot spots, though, hardly anything is more important than a good pair of socks. Running socks, as you may notice once you see our list, don't have to be made from the most technical materials or have unique features to be effective. We polled GP staffers to get everyone's go-to socks and rounded them up here. Whether you're looking for a lightweight compression sock designed for speed or a comfy, cushioned sock for long Sunday runs, we've got you covered.
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