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1. a jar of KOS birthday cake flavored protein powder. 2. a jar of Four Sigmatic Organic Protein in creamy cacao. 3. a container of ghost protein powder in pancake batter flavor

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Vegan Protein Powders, Ranked From Vulgar to Chuggable

As a friend said, “I would not normally think about drinking pancake batter.”

Nico —

Oct 9, 2023

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three athletes lift weights against the background of a nonbinary pride flag

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Getting Strong: A Conversation Between Two Nonbinary Humans About Weight Lifting

“When I say getting strong rules, I don’t have any number or definition in mind when I say that. It’s cool for people, as INDIVIDUALS, to feel like they’re strong…

Nico —

Jul 14, 2023

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Talking with Alison Bechdel about Feminist Martial Arts, Lockdown, and Her New Book “The Secret to Superhuman Strength”

“My bookish exterior perhaps belies it,” write Alison Bechdel in The Secret to Superhuman Strength, “but I’m a bit of an exercise freak.” That is, it turns out, an understatement.…

Alyssa Favreau —

May 10, 2021

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15 Forms of Queer Exercise I’m Doing in 2020

I will be dedicating myself exclusively to the projects of maintaining my Taurus moon lifestyle and queering exercise with these rigorous activities.

Kamala Puligandla —

Jan 13, 2020

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Zumba Sisterhood of the Traveling Hips

In short, Zumba is a dance fitness class set to popular Latin music but honestly, for me, Zumba is more than just that, it’s given me life.

Yvonne —

Sep 14, 2018

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Muscle Up: How to Get Bigger and Stronger, One Deadlift at a Time

Get bigger and stronger with this guide to putting on muscle mass.

Katrina —

Jun 21, 2018

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Vintage images of girls working out with medicine balls and weights

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Winter Gym Class: CrossFit, for Those Who Want It All

This workout has it all—cardio, weightlifting, rowing, kettlebells, and more—and you can do it indoors. It’s the perfect activity to get you through the winter weather and beyond!

Katrina —

Feb 5, 2018

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vintage photography collage, three women all jumping and reaching for a basketball in candy colors

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Winter Gym Class: Learn to Play Basketball, the Gayest Sport of All

Yes, basketball is fun to watch (it helps that so many WNBA players are just dreamy). But it’s also fun to play! This edition of Gym Class will help you…

Katrina —

Jan 22, 2018

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Winter Gym Class: Get In, We’re Going Snowshoeing

Welcome to the Winter edition of Gym Class! Get outside and enjoy the season with snowshoeing. It’s suitable for most fitness levels and it’s best to snowshoe with a partner,…

Katrina —

Jan 15, 2018

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Vintage Collage: Retro image of woman using a rowing machine, and an african american woman stretching her leg

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Gym Class: A Beginner’s Guide to Gym Workouts

This Gym Class will help you get comfortable at your local fitness center. Read on for information on weight machines, free weights, bodyweight work, and combining all three in a…

Katrina —

Jan 8, 2018

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Holigay Gift Guide: Perfect Presents for Sporty Queers and Gym Rat Gays

’Tis almost the season for gift-giving! Here are some suggestions for the fitness-focused cuties in your life. Happy shopping, and enjoy the benefit of all those post-exercise endorphins!

Katrina —

Dec 13, 2017

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Gym Class: Power Up with Powerlifting

Greetings, Gym Class! Blend up a protein shake and get ready to set a new personal best. It’s just you and the barbell, baby. Today’s article is all about powerlifting.

Katrina —

Sep 28, 2017