Fitness And Health

This morning, Governor Andrew Cuomo signed a bill to legalize recreational use of cannabis in New York. This legislation makes New York the 15th state, along with the District of Columbia, to make marijuana use legal.     The New York measure allows the use of 3 ounces of cannabis and 24 grams of concentrated cannabis products. It also allows for the growth of up to six pot plants at home. If you’re looking to purchase weed legally, you’ll find that dispensaries are a year or two from opening their doors. The Truth About Drugs and Violence in the Amazon Read article The new legislation will also address racial disparities in the enforcement of marijuana laws. New York Police Department arrest records in 2020 showed Black and Latino New Yorkers combined for 94 percent of marijuana-related arrests. Meanwhile, a 2015-2016 NYC Health survey showed 24 percent of white New Yorkers reporting cannabis use versus 14 percent of Black residents and 12 percent of Latino resid...

If you want to give your health a boost, start with good oral hygiene . Your mouth is host to billions of bacteria, and if you aren’t properly brushing and flossing, you could face a range of issues, including bad breath, gum disease, tooth decay, and even a weakened immune system. One surefire way to improve your oral hygiene routine? Equip yourself with the proper tools, and electric toothbrushes are at the top of the list.     If you’re still using a manual toothbrush, it’s time to upgrade your setup. Toothbrush tech has made some serious advancements in the past few years, and today’s top-of-the-line electric toothbrushes can floss, whiten, massage, self-disinfect and even coach you on your brushing technique. (Hey, don’t knock it till you try it.) These six electric toothbrushes—from brands like Oral-B , Philips , Waterpik , Aquasonic , and more—represent the very best in at-home dental care for every budget. The Best Men's Fragrances to Try This Spring Read art...

The rest of the world will seem much closer thanks to a new era in supersonic flight. Earlier this week, Aerion Supersonic announced plans for the AS3 , the world’s first Mach 4+ (3,000 mph) commercial airliner. Speeds like this would put any two points on Earth within 3 hours of each other. To put that in perspective, you couldn’t finish Avengers: Endgame on a flight from LA to Tokyo. The company says the AS3 will be flying by the end of the decade.     Of course, the AS3 will not be the first supersonic passenger jet. That distinction belongs to the Concorde, which began commercial flights in 1976. The delta-winged airplane allowed travelers to fly at Mach 2.04 (1,354 mph), and zip from New York City to London in less than three hours. But due to development costs, the supersonic fleet was never financially profitable over its 27-year life. Since Air France and British Airways ceased Concorde operations in 2003, no airplanes have stepped up to fill the superfast void. ...

We spoke with Joe Manganiello about his return to Justice League as supervillain Deathstroke, an ex-military mercenary. Deathstroke was meant to have a big role in Ben Affleck’s Batman , which was ultimately abandoned. But Manganiello thankfully got more screen time in Zack Snyder ’s wildly successful director’s cut.     “I was happy Zack gave me a call and allowed me to dust off the suit,” Manganiello tells Men’s Journal over Zoom at his Los Angeles home. For those unfamiliar with the DC Universe, Deathstroke is one of the greatest comic book villains of all time. Manganiello’ s had a lot of time to consider the complicated supersoldier, while producing projects like Shoplifters of the World. Catch snippets of our conversation with Manganiello below, or scroll all the way down to listen to the interview recording.  Superhero Training: How to Get Jacked Like a Movie Hero Follow the tips and techniques that these stars used to get yourself in heroic shape. Rea...

Major League Baseball’s Opening Day is Thursday, April 1. Coming off an abbreviated 2020 season with a stacked lineup of 15 games, this year’s Opening Day is extra special.     The 2020 season didn’t have a true Opening Day. After months of delay and bitter negotiations between the league and the players’ union, every team eventually started playing in empty, lifeless stadiums in August. It didn’t feel anything like Opening Day—no parking lot tailgates, no kids skipping school and lining the baselines to get autographs, no roaring crowds as the home team’s lineup was introduced. But 2021 Opening Day will feel different. While we’re not yet out of the woods in this pandemic, things feel a good deal more optimistic than they did last August. Small groups of fans will be in stadiums to watch the games, and even just the return of baseball in April brings a welcome feeling of normalcy. The schedule is also potentially historic. Barring any last-minute changes, all 30 teams w...

ESPN studio host and sideline reporter Maria Taylor isn’t just the most stylish personality in sports broadcasting. She’s one of its best prepared and most determined.     The Basics on Maria Taylor: Age: 33 Height: 6’2″ Hometown: Atlanta Favorite Southern food: Anything smothered Power fashion: Black leather jacket Men’s Journal: How did you go from being a basketball and volleyball player at University of Georgia to reporting on the sidelines of a Steelers vs. Giants Monday Night Football game? Maria Taylor: I told my athletic director I wanted to work in sports broadcasting from day one. I got my first job because he called Learfield/IMG [sports marketing company] and said, “You have to give Maria a job because she’s in my face every day.” When I got to ESPN I went to my bosses and said, “Hey, one day I’d like to host College GameDay. What are the steps to get me there?” Closed mouths don’t get fed. And by 2017 you were hosting GameDay. Could you always...

Somewhere in the back of our minds, if we’re willing to admit it, there’s an unconscious reaction to lighter beer varieties. Maybe even a little voice that whispers “no flavor” when we scan offerings of low-ABV beer. And in most cases, that voice is right. Luckily, however, we can course-correct those thoughts when we learn—and taste—something new and different. So if you’re still stuck thinking beers with less than 5 percent ABV don’t quite measure up, we invite you to try the following six-pack, with selections that are not only fairly low in alcohol, but that have also somehow managed to receive high marks in the taste department.   Equilibrium | Tomorrow Next Day Pale Ale | 4.0% This pale ale pours a beautiful hazy yellow. Once you’re done admiring it, raise it to your nose and take in the citrusy, pineapple-like scents. As for the taste, it’s as delicious as it smells. We kept eyeing the can, expecting to find it marked as 6 or 7 percent ABV with more robust flavor than...

Looking for a full-body workout that benefits your ticker, tones your muscles, torches serious calories, and goes easy on joints? Then it’s time to befriend the humble-yet-mighty rowing machine—the low-impact workout we could all afford to do more often. Below, the best rowing machines of 2021 to add to your home gym .     Best Home Rowing Machines of 2021 Life Fitness Row HX Trainer Courtesy Image 1. Life Fitness Row HX Trainer If you’re looking for something that could (almost) pass as industrial-inspired art in your living room, then here’s your best bet. Crafted with natural wood and a tempered steel frame, the Row HX makes use of a so-called Fluid Technology resistance system for a smooth rowing experience (read: consistent resistance with every stroke you take). This rower is also the featured rower for all Apple Fitness+ rowing classes, making it ideal for Apple Watch users. Relative to rowers with smartscreens, it’s obviously low-tech in that regard (though a...

Frequent fliers have spent the past year mentally teleporting themselves into exotic corners of the globe, epic natural wonders, hell, even vacation destination just a stone’s throw away (thank you, COVID-19). Some people scratch the itch by diving into travel-themed Netflix shows or scrolling through far-flung Instagram geotags. Others find respite in planning their next getaway . But for many, reconnecting with travel is as easy as stepping into the kitchen. How? International cookbooks.     Food provides an intimate peek into different cultures—bridging geography with history, heritage, and culinary customs. The aromas and flavors of a well-cooked meal can be powerful enough to transport you back in time or across the globe. And oftentimes, the best way to understand and appreciate a new destination is through its cuisine. David Chang on New Podcast ‘Recipe Club’ and Cooking at Home Read article So, while your passport might not be getting stamped at the moment,...