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Tested: Bear Naked All Natural Granola

Love peanut butter and jelly sandwiches? Then you might just like this all natural granola from Bear Naked - the flavor is “peanut butter and jelly.” And it’s healthy, so read the review to see more…


Tested: Beverly International Lean Out Fat Transport System

In a desperate attempt to slim down for a big bike race in July (and get six pack abs in the process,) I was actually willing to buy and use diet pills. Normally I wouldn’t give diet pills a second glance, but this was different… this was an all-natural fat loss pill designed for bodybuilders who need to lose that extra bit of fat to look their best for competition… and who knows, it might be perfect for cyclists…


5 Real Reasons Why You Should Shave Your Legs (That Have Nothing To Do With Aerodynamics)

I have been shaving my legs for so long that I don’t even remember why I do it. It’s just instinct. Kind of like putting on my helmet or lathering up with chamois butter, I don’t think about why I do it, I just do it. And hey, it works fine that way. But there are so many myths and misconceptions about leg shaving, and so many articles that don’t quite get it right, I decided to put on my thinking cap and remember exactly why I shave my legs.


VisitPA Stage Race Weekend 2008 Race Report

Considering mountain bike stage racing is the coolest thing ever, it was no surprise that the 2008 edition of the VisitPA Stage Race and Festival Weekend was amazing! Here is my weekend race report…


Tour de Susquehanna 2008 Race Report

Even though this was only the third running of the Tour de Susquehanna, this was by far the most anticipated one yet. Each year has seen a number of competitors, yet only one champion - Brett Baronak, a native of the area who travels back (from Florida) to get in on the action. Well he didn’t show up this year, and the race was totally different!


Cooking with Coach Levi: My Personal Favorite Oatmeal Recipe

I love oatmeal. I cook it myself almost every single day. (The pre-made packets are alright, but they usually contain too much extra sugar.) Nevertheless, oatmeal is a great breakfast. It’s full of healthy, hearty grains, and fills you up - it “sticks to your gut” as they say. In other words, it keeps you feeling satisfied for hours. Here’s how to cook a great bowl…


What I Use To Shave My Legs

If you have read my guide to shaving your legs, you might be wondering just what to use when you shave your legs. Here’s what works for me…


Coach Levi Featured on AllTop.com

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Tested: Mestemacher Sunflower Seed Bread

I always like to try new breads, especially sprout bread (which is made from sprouted grains, so it’s more like a vegetable than a bread,) so I couldn’t resist this Mestemacher Sunflower Seed Bread. It looked moist and dense like sprout bread, which would be great, especially with the good protein and fat from the sunflower seeds.