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submitted by Jonathan Tayag With the coming of spring and wet...

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submitted by Jonathan Tayag With the coming of spring and wet weather in general, you’re going to want to keep your EDC safe and dry with waterproof and water-resistant bags. That applies whether you’re a photographer looking to protect your gear, a student who’s never without their laptop, or a bike commuter running daily essential errands with a life that’s constantly on the move. After all, the gear you put inside your pack is usually more expensive than what you carry in your pockets (think expensive electronics and other valuables). And what good is a spare set of clothes after...

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25 ways to take your favorite workout classes at home

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— Recommendations are independently chosen by Reviewed’s editors. Purchases you make through our links may earn us a commission. With gyms and fitness studios shut down across the nation, and many states ordering people to stay indoors as much as possible, thousands of people are on the lookout for their next workout. Sure, going for a brisk walk or even a run outside is a possibility, but it may not be everyone's cup of tea. That leaves plenty of folks stocking up on home workout equipment such as kettlebells, resistance bands and yoga mats, or making fitness happen using items...

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A good balance bike helps little kids develop the coordination and confidence they’ll need to ride a pedal bike—things they won’t get with training wheels

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We spent about 40 hours researching and assembling 13 balance bikes, and subjected them to a cadre of highly energetic 2- to 8-year-olds. After all this—and after consulting with fellow parents and industry professionals—we’re judging the Strider 12 Sport as the best balance bike for most kids (and their parents).

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Garmin Vivosmart 4 vs Fitbit Charge 4: Which should you buy?

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Tiny but mighty Garmin Vivosmart 4 $130 at Garmin Pros Excellent health and fitness tracker Pulse ox sensor Energy monitor Ultra-slim Cons Cannot switch bands This little tracker is the full package with lots of smart features, despite its ultra-slim form factor. A pulse ox sensor tracks your blood oxygen saturation levels. The Vivosmart 4 boasts an accelerometer, altimeter, camera remote, Find My Phone feature, music controller, and "Body Battery" to optimize your energy levels. Bigger screen Fitbit Charge 4 From $150 at Fitbit Pros Excellent health and fitness tracker Built-in GPS Larger screen Swappable bands for different looks Cons...

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The New Epidemics

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— Did you know that right now, we are in the midst of a disease epidemic that is already at least 100 times more prevalent than the feared polio epidemic of the 1950s? Most people don’t know it. Their ignorance testifies to the novel character of this disease, the lowered expectations we have for human health, and the atomization of community that has rendered sickness into a private affair. The myth of ascent would have us think that medical technology has largely conquered the great viral epidemic diseases that once held humanity in thrall. Oh, sure, there are a few...

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