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Stay Fit on the Fly

February 08, 2017. AAA Staff

The Whitney Peak Hotel in downtown Reno, Nev., has a rock climbing park with the world’s tallest artificial climbing wall and a 7,000-squarefoot indoor bouldering park. From the fitness center at the Park Hyatt in Tokyo, 47 floors up, you can get a 360-degree view of the city while you take Pilates, aqua walking and…

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The Best Cold Weather Running Gear for Winter Runs

February 08, 2017. Nick Tavares

We asked Terrence Mahon, high performance coach at the Boston Athletic Association – the organization behind the Boston Marathon – about the essentials for winter running safety. Here are his top picks for winter-weather gear. Winter running shoes: These offer less-breathable uppers and extra traction, with moisture-wicking or water-repellent materials. Check out stabilizers with small…

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Cars & Trucks

Safety Tips for Driving in Bad Weather

January 30, 2017. Roberto Cruz

When the weather is really bad, it’s a good idea to stay home. If you have to drive, here are some things to keep in mind. It takes longer to stop on slick roads. Drive slowly and increase your following distance from three to four seconds to eight to 10 seconds on slippery streets, so…

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Cars & Trucks

Snow and Ice Removal Cheat Sheet

January 21, 2017. Roberto Cruz

Before work, every minute counts. Here’s some advice on how to get snow and ice off your car in a hurry. Make or buy a de-icer spray and use it on the windshield, side windows and mirrors to kick ice clearing into high gear. Use de-icer on the wiper blades and pull them off the glass…

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Cars & Trucks

Test Drive: 2017 Toyota RAV4 Platinum

January 15, 2017. Roberto Cruz

While it has been on the market for 20 years, the Toyota RAV4 continues to shine as one of the best compact SUVs for its features, technology and safety. Its smaller size makes the RAV4 easy to maneuver and park, yet there is still plenty of space for five adults, including rear seat passengers, who will…

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Cars & Trucks

John Leguizamo’s Jeep Wrangler

January 15, 2017. Roberto Cruz

Colombian-born, Queens, N.Y.-raised John Leguizamo is an actor, comedian, screenwriter, playwright and producer – making him one of the busiest performers in Hollywood. He has appeared on Broadway and in more than 100 films (“Carlito’s Way,” “Moulin Rouge!,” “Ride Along”) and television shows (“ER,” “Bloodline”). His latest film, ”John Wick: Chapter 2” hits theaters Feb….

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Cars & Trucks

Online Car-Buying 101

January 15, 2017. Roberto Cruz

Shopping for a used cars online is easier than ever. Here are some tips for buying used on the internet courtesy of AAA Car Doctor John Paul.

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Stay Active With These Winter Workouts

January 01, 2017. Nick Tavares

Our motivation drops with every snowfall, but you can stay active when cold weather hits. Fight off hibernation habits with these winter workouts. Shoveling snow • A person weighing 170 pounds can burn about 250 calories over 30 minutes of shoveling, according to North Dakota State University. • Shoveling increases your heart rate and provides…

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Food Puzzles Your Pet Will Love

January 01, 2017. Nick Tavares

When the cat’s away, the mice will play. But when the human’s away, what does the cat do? Food puzzles keep your pet occupied when you’re not home. They can be found at pet stores and online, and have several difficulty levels for various animal species. These puzzles compel pets to forage for food using…

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Technology

Got Game? Your Smartphone Does

January 01, 2017. Dana Laverty

Winter means lots of time spent indoors. Lots. And there are only so many movies and You-Tube cat videos that one can watch. Why not liven things up with a board game or two? But instead of hauling your circa-1985 edition of Trivial Pursuit or Risk from the basement, check out a new game on…

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