Boards down, bodies up
One might consider standup paddle boarding (SUP) a little out of its element here in Iowa — but then again we’re used to being pigeonholed. Just because Iowa lacks an [...]
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Posted June 11, 2014in Locker Room
Posted June 04, 2014in Locker Room
High heels in motion
Oh, high heels. We obviously love them because they turn beauties into Amazons and give a pronounced effect to the body (read: booty). And for those prone to slapstick, they [...]
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Posted May 28, 2014in Locker Room
Blurred lines
To be told “you’re glowing” is a compliment usually reserved for women on their wedding day or during their pregnancy. But what about the fellas? Can’t men glow, too? Seems [...]
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Posted May 21, 2014in Locker Room
Over the hill and out of the park
As you arrive at the ballpark, you might think you’ve walked on to the set of a Cialis commercial — a mingling pod of over-the-hill gentlemen resting softball bats on [...]
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Posted May 14, 2014in Locker Room
Just cocky enough
The Des Moines Roosters season kicks off this Saturday with the 80/35 Metro Tournament. Coming off a national championship season last year, the Roosters are eager to start the new [...]
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Posted May 07, 2014in Locker Room
Bowling for LLS
Who in the world can knock out a six-pack and a turkey in one evening and still be considered one of the greatest athletes in their sport? Bowlers can, especially [...]
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Posted April 30, 2014in Locker Room
A handlebar view of Bike Month
“This summer is going to be different; this summer I’m going to start riding my bike.” You know it’s spring when thoughts like those start teasing at the brain stem. [...]
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Posted April 23, 2014in Locker Room
Celebrating The Blue Oval
One of Des Moines’ longest-running annual traditions is back this weekend at the tender age of 105 years old. Yet that’s not slowing things down. It’s relay time in Dawgtown, [...]
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Posted April 16, 2014in Locker Room
Place your bets… thoroughly
It begins with a slow murmur and gradually builds to a calm shake. Then to a noteworthy grumble. Eventually it feels like Iowa may be on a fault line, as [...]
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Posted April 09, 2014in Locker Room
It’s not Jazzercise; it’s like, a Totally ’80s Fun Run
So, like, there are two kinds of people in this world: Those who totally love running, and those who should take a chill pill. Truth be told, those who love [...]
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