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Matthew Roberson

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articles (90 days)

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The Real-Life Diet of Chace Crawford, Who Would Rather Touch His Toes Than Have Massive Muscles
Being an actor for as long as Crawford has also teaches you when the perfect time is for morning coffee, how to handle winter shoots in Toronto, and which energy drink makes you feel a little bit h...
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Why Do MLB Umpires Have Such Cool Pants?
These charcoal pleated pants would look just as suave in the office or a cocktail party as they do calling someone safe at second base. And civilians can buy them, too.
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How Marcello Hernández Became the Boy Prince of Comedy
The 28-year-old comedian went from grinding at stand-up to being crowned Saturday Night Live’s latest star while never turning down his outsized energy.
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Here’s What It’s Like Shooting a Fashion Campaign Inside an Active Volcano
To launch his latest collection for Canada Goose, designer Haider Ackermann sent volcano specialist Chris Horsley deep into a fiery crater. “It’s throwing lava bombs 300 meters into the air,” Horsl...
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The Real-Life Diet of Lewis Tan from ‘Mortal Kombat II’, Who Used to Jump off Buildings at School Talent Shows
The action star is training all types of martial arts off-screen too, in between eating elk and fending off people trying to steal his watch.
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The Real-Life Diet of Josh Hart, Who Drinks 400 to 500 Milligrams of Caffeine Before a Game
The New York Knicks’ sparkplug is listening to his body, which is telling him to strengthen his tendons, slam explosive pregame energy drinks, and wash down a tough loss with a glass of wine.
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How to Lose an NBA Playoff Game by 50 Points
The Atlanta Hawks ended their season in historically poor form. Here’s how the Knicks managed to bury them so mercilessly.
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The NBA Playoffs Are a Lesson in How to Accept When It’s Over
The playoffs have a way of exposing teams that are in over their head, turning a mirror on players and coaches who have no choice but to admit that they’re going to lose.
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Levi’s and U.S. Soccer Are Dropping a Denim-Heavy World Cup Collection
Not a jersey person? There’s a USMNT-themed trucker jacket with your name on it.
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The Real-Life Diet of World’s Strongest Man Mitchell Hooper, Who Is Putting Nine Plates On the Squat Rack
A legend of the strongman circuit, Hooper explains how he became so physically dominant, while also reflecting on his own masculinity and mental health struggles.
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My Life As An Energy Drink Guy
My name is Matthew and my life is powered by Celsius, Red Bull, C4, whatever you’ve got. This is my story.
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The San Antonio Spurs Kicked Off Their Playoff Run in Matching Black Suits
Victor Wembanyama’s upstart squad played off their dark-horse status by entering the postseason in menacing, bespoke tailoring.
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It’s Time to Kill the MLB City Connect Jerseys
Eight teams have debuted new uniforms this season—and almost none of them need to exist.
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The Real-Life Diet of Joe Baena, Who Got the Bodybuilding Encyclopedia From His Dad, Arnold Schwarzenegger
The son of one of history’s most iconic jacked guys is making his own waves in the bodybuilding scene by staying natty, creating five-day splits for his group chat, and avoiding the “fakes and frau...
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What Do We Do About Jaden Ivey?
The former Detroit Piston—and now former Chicago Bull—has become a controversial religious zealot, writes Matthew Roberson, presenting an interesting case study in who does and does not get second ...
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10 Expert Habits From Arthur C. Brooks To Live Life with Purpose
The renowned academic, author, and student of happiness encourages everyone to rise before the sun, ditch the afternoon java, and be ready to shake things up at any time.
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The Best 2026 FIFA World Cup Uniforms, Ranked
The largest World Cup field ever includes some truly beautiful uniforms, plus a few that will fade into irrelevance as soon as the tournament ends. Here’s a thorough analysis of the best and worst ...
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Honestly, Dodger Stadium’s Uniqlo Name Sponsorship Isn’t That Bad
Nobody’s ever going to call it “Uniqlo Field” anyway.
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The Real-Life Diet of Joakim Noah, Who Once Put on 10 Pounds of Muscle in One Summer
Now that he’s no longer jostling for rebounds or clapping in opponents’ faces, the NBA dignitary (and two-time NCAA champion) is finding time for swimming, protein coffee, and mental health work.
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Why Was LeBron James Walking Around With a J. Cole Vinyl Record?
Let’s forget about the conversation surrounding the Lakers’ title chances for a second and focus on a more pressing matter: LeBron is entering his vinyl-dad era.
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Why Watching March Madness Just Isn’t That Fun Anymore
The opening rounds of the NCAA Tournament used to mean major upsets and unforgettable buzzer beaters. But these days, Matthew Roberson writes, the college basketball extravaganza feels short on dra...
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Why Team USA Was So Hard to Root for in the World Baseball Classic
Venezuela earned the WBC crown in a passionate display of baseball at its best—a far cry, writes Matthew Roberson, from how the Americans handled the otherwise festive tournament.
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How to Nap Like a Pro
Napping can do wonders for your afternoon productivity, but how can you prevent it from wreaking havoc on your nighttime sleep schedule? When fighting the urge to drift off at work, how long should...
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8 Expert Habits From Elite Skateboarder Nyjah Huston to Stay Calm and Face Your Fears
You don’t become one of the greatest skateboarders by worrying all the time, sitting around the house all day, and living exclusively in your comfort zone.
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The Real Reason So Many NBA Stars Keep Getting Injured
What’s up with the rash of muscle, ligament, and tendon injuries that have been keeping guys like Giannis Antetokounmpo and Tyrese Haliburton off the court? We called up a former NBA performance tr...
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A Guide to Every Player Named Jalen in the NBA
There are currently 15 NBA players named some variation of Jalen (or Jaylen, Jaylin, and even Jaylon). Here’s an exhaustive guide to the most popular name in the league.
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The Real-Life Diet of Josh Segarra, Who Knew He Was Getting Older When He Hurt Himself Brushing His Teeth
The actor known for playing charming, lovable characters on The Other Two and Abbott Elementary describes his ideal açai bowl, preparing to act opposite RuPaul, and becoming an avatar for positivity.
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What’s the Best Month for Sports?
Our definitive ranking of the best months to be a sports fan, from the highs of April (NBA playoffs! The Masters!) to the lows of August (baseball’s snooziest stretch).
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What Can a Picture of Your Poop Tell You About Your Health?
Throne, a startup based in Austin, has developed a toilet add-on that measures gut health through things like frequency, volume, and color of bowel movements.
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7 Expert Habits From Padma Lakshmi to Make You a Better Chef, Host, and Traveler
One of the most prominent faces of the food television world, Lakshmi shares her go-to rituals for cooking, traveling, and generally enjoying life.
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