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Tanya Streeter Redefines Limits—Her Own and Yours | austinfitmagazine.com | Mermaids have captivated human imagination for centuries. All sea-faring cultures have mermaid tales—stories of beautiful women, half fish, half human, who live in the sea. While modern science has debunked the myth of the mermaid, it has also made it possible through scuba diving, snuba (a hybrid of snorkeling and scuba diving), and a variety of underwater vehicles for people to play at becoming a sort of clunky, artificial marine animal, able to inhabit the underwater world for extended lengths of time. But there have always been those who long for a more pure relationship with the sea. Some, like world-class athlete Tanya Streeter, have found such purity through the sport of freediving. But Streeter will tell you that her relationship with the sea transcends her world records—all the way to the essence of life and the way she moves through the world. Dr. William Davis, Author of New York Times Bestsel...

Five Recipes to Elevate Your Grilling | mensjournal.com | Every man hits the same inevitable plateau: You've got burgers and dogs down; you're rock solid searing a rib eye; and you're a backyard Da Vinci with that barbecue brush. But you're over that limited repertoire, and you're just not sure how to elevate your grilling beyond the obvious. Well, consider this: Every great American chef keeps a hot grill raging inside his restaurant kitchen and knows the unique effect direct flame can have on flavor. That's why we asked five of them to share their methods and recipes for cooking elevated versions of grilling favorites, including fish, chicken, pork, vegetables, and fruit.  A Conversation With World Cup Downhill Champion Aaron Gwin | outsideonline.com | Before Southern California downhiller Aaron Gwin won the World Cup Overall last year, no American mountain biker had ever earned that title. Then 23 and racing in only his third season as a pro, Gwin, w...

Weekend Reading: Life Post-Lance  |  outsideonline.com  |  One week removed from Lance’s I surrender (with caveats) fallout, and cycling miraculously still exists. And Livestrong is raking in the donations. Outside of that, though, things are more complicated. The sport is tearing itself apart trying to comprehend the Texan’s legacy. And the storm headed the UCI’s way is looking ever more ominous.  Star-Spangled Roddick Rips Fognini, Extends Career  |  usopen.org  |  Keep the star-spangled sneakers out of storage, and bring back Brooklyn, Blanche and Jerry. For at least 48 more hours Andy Roddick is a professional tennis player, defeating Italy’s Fabio Fognini 7-5, 7-6 (1), 4-6, 6-4 to advance to the round of 16 in front of a packed and vociferous pro-American house. 10 Muscle Recovery Tips For Improved Performance  |  coachcalorie.com  | The faster you recover, the sooner you can start building muscle and losing bo...

Press 1 If You're Being Eaten By A Bear: Paranoia At A Vermont Campground  |  gadling.com  | The last thing you want to hear after midnight in a deserted campground is footsteps near your tent. Wait, I take that back: the last thing you want to hear is a grizzly bear growling or, worse yet, actually ripping apart your tent with its teeth. But footsteps are a close second or third. How To De-Stink Your Synthetic Outdoor Apparel  |  thegearcaster.com  | We all have that polyester cycling jersey, Capilene base layer, or running shirt that still stinks no matter how many times it has been through the wash. Instead of throwing all your synthetic outdoor apparel into the recycling bin, there are a few ways to remove the offensive odor after it has become too much to bear. Weight Training Decreases Risk of Diabetes  |  MensJournal.com  | You know that by hitting the treadmill before work and walking your dog every evening, you l...

Preview: Niner Expands Its Jet 9 Lineup  |  bikemag.com  |  The matter of street cred is of little consequence when it comes to Niner and 29-inch bikes. Structured entirely around the wheel size—right down to the name of the company—the brand has obviously made an unwavering commitment to big wheels. Do Marathons Wreck Your Knees  |  well.blogs.nytimes.com  |   About this time every year, with the fall marathon season at its zenith, racers in training begin to hear the refrain, ‘‘You are going to ruin your knees.’’  | spotted by  Austin Fit Magazine Tyler Hamilton on Lance Armstrong: The Secret Is Out | Books |  outsideonline.com  |   The news leaks about The Secret Race have vastly undersold its importance. Tyler Hamilton’s book is a historic, definitive indictment of cycling’s culture of doping during the Armstrong era. Check out this addition of The Get Outside Daily for stories, videos, photos and more. ...