Jon Gugala
Former Features Writer
Author/Co-Author of 164 articles
Jon Gugala is a freelance writer and photographer based in Nashville, Tenn. A former gear editor for Outside Magazine, his work has appeared in Rolling Stone, Playboy, the Washington Post, and elsewhere. He spends his time collecting vintage film cameras and dreaming about running another marathon.
Nashville travel guide: Where to stay, what to eat, and more
Whether you're a tourist or a long-time resident, our detailed Nashville travel guide lets you unearth many of the City of Music's hidden gems.
How to ditch your home’s ‘dorm room’ feel, according to an expert
Sure, you may not yet feel like an adult. But follow this guide, and no one will be able to tell on first glance.
Smoke Meat Like a Podcaster with the Pit Boss Austin XL
Everything is bigger in Texas, and that includes the Austin XL.
Want full-body training? Try these jump rope workouts for runners, cyclists, and more
Looking for a total-body workout to get in shape? Or rehabbing from another sport? There are few exercises more complete and efficient than jumping rope.
The best swimming workouts, according to a former USA triathlon coach
This 21-day crash course on swimming by former triathlon coach Scott Bay has been condensed into six workouts you can learn and try out to strengthen your core.
How much are UFC fighters paid to get punched in the face?
For every Ultimate Fighting Championship fight, athletes are paid thousands of dollars. Here's exactly how much UFC fighters get paid.
Do UFC fighters wear cups? A rule that changed UFC forever
Tthe banning of groin strikes, and the introduction of protective equipment such as specialized gloves and cups has helped the UFC boom.
A pro fitness trainer tells us exactly how to do a lunge the right way
Want to learn how to do a lunge properly? Tempo Head of Fitness Melissa Boyd has broken it down from your first lunge to your last. So get to stepping.
The 5 best treadmill workouts to gain fitness fast (and feel great after)
Bored of running on your treadmill? Let's spice up your fitness routine with these treadmill workouts.
The 9 best cardio workouts to shake up your routine
Bored with those plodding runs? Mix up your cardio workouts with different ways to burn calories and develop your aerobic system.
The best calf workouts, according to a functional training expert
How do you know if your calves are in sorry shape and in need of a boot camp? Here's what our expert says.
This is why you need dumbbells in your next workout (and every one after that)
Think the only way to fitness is under a barbell? Think again. Trainers are now moving more and more to dumbbells because of their myriad benefits.
Chris Hemsworth’s trainer shows us how to get into Thor-like shape
These short-duration, high-intensity workouts will leave you panting, after a few months, as solid as if you'd been hammered by Thor's hammer itself.
4 Resistance Band Workouts Designed by Spartans To Take Anywhere
Loops and bands are lightweight, portable, and extremely effective in providing a great workout nearly anywhere.
How Many Rounds Are There in a UFC Fight?
It's such a simple question, like quarters in football: How many rounds are in an Ultimate Fighting Championship fight? The answer isn't as simple as you think.
How Long Is a UFC Fight? The Rules, Explained
In the beginning of the UFC, there were no time limits — but that has since changed. Here's how long a UFC fight lasts.
Walmart Now Sells Luxury Used Watches, and We’re Not Mad About It
Walmart is now acting as a marketplace for secondhand luxury items. So If you've been eyeing a vintage watch for a while, Walmart might be worth checking out.
Buy This Everest Fanny Pack from Walmart Before We Do
You don't need to spend a few hundred bucks to stay in style. Thanks to Walmart, you can get the Everest Signature Waist Pack for the price of a cup of coffee.
The 30 Best Albums of 2021 and 2022 (So Far)
It's the end of the summer and a few months until the new year starts, now's a great time to count our audio blessings with these best albums of the year.
Old Meets New With the Vintage-Inspired, Modern Cortes Campers Travel Trailer
With its revolutionary exterior construction, you get both the vintage look and cutting-edge performance.
LANY’s Paul Klein Is Not Another Nashville Story
LANY, and Klein himself, may be symbolic of the coastal urban centers, their synth-pop sound tailor-made for an Urban Outfitters
8 Best Cabin Rentals in Tennessee to Book in 2022
Whether you're looking for some alone time or just want to explore the great outdoors, these best cabin rentals in Tennessee provide something for everyone.
Huckberry and Coors Are Clearing a Path for BIPOC Fishermen to Cast Their Lines
While fly fishing hasn't always been thought of as the most diverse of outdoor activities, these two brands are striving to change that.
This Spring and Summer, Short Shorts Are No Longer Just for Runners
You don't need a weatherman to know the way the wind blows. This season, it's tickling the bare hairs on your mid- to upper thigh.
Inside the Life of Baseball’s Most Fascinating Man
Pre-season baseball in Florida, Daniel Norris, in whom the MLB had invested millions of dollars, was living in a 1978 Volkswagen Westfalia parked in a Walmart parking lot, reading Jack Kerouac.
The 5 Simple Workouts That Got Tom Brady, 43, to the NFC Championship
Tom Brady's secret to longevity in the NFL involves often overlooked muscles and little weight. A TB12 shares the secrets to longterm peak performance.
The Best Butt Workouts From a Powerlifting Champion
Whether you're running hard or lifting heavy, strong glues will help you do it better. These butt exercises will get you there.
Why United By Blue, An Outdoor Clothing Brand, Wants Your Local Waterway’s Trash
United By Blue is a sustainably made clothing brand and its collective efforts for a plastic-free life has netted more than 3.5 million pounds of trash. It continues to pledge that for every product sold, one pound of trash will be removed from local waterways.
What Is March Madness? A Manual Explainer for the Totally Lost
2021 is your year to figure this whole annual phenomenon out, and while you may not be the biggest NCAA fan, you'll at least know what you're talking about.
The 6 Best Upper Body Workouts, According to a Low-Impact Specialist
It's time to build some fearsome peaks with these best upper body workouts in 2022, according to low-impact specialist and LIT Method founder, Justin Norris.
The 2021 Golden Globes Made Us Finally Miss Our Suits
After a year of cotton-blend comfort, the Golden Globes' men made us long for the days and especially nights of normalcy pre-pandemic.
The Men’s Rover Shoe is Only the Smallest Change Toms is Making
Toms' new styles are accompanied by a new philanthropic model that stays much more local, and focuses on mental health, gun control, and equity and inclusion.
The Best Fitness Mirrors To Buy for Your Home Gym
From veterans like NordicTrack to newcomers like Lululemon, our guide breaks down the most popular mirrors on the market so you can pick the best one for you.
Pennsylvania’s Case Knives Announces Two New Everyday Carry Blades
With the announcement of the new Marilla and Kinzua, Case Knives' blades are headed to the final frontier: Your pants pocket.
The 9 Best Jump Ropes for Every Type of Athlete
From Rocky to Creed, boxers have used jump ropes to improve conditioning and build lean muscle. Now it's your turn with our buyer's guide.
Peloton Adds Boxing to Its Library of Fitness Classes
Peloton's boxing module is designed as a two-week course comprised of eight 20-minute classes. Here's what you need to know.
Save $250 on Echelon with This Cyber Monday Exercise Bike Deal
Never miss a workout with the Echelon Connect Sport Indoor Cycling Exercise Bike. It's on sale right now through Walmart during Cyber Monday.
Cut Half the Price (And the Fat) with This Cyber Monday Air Fryer Deal
Best Buy has the popular Bella Pro Series 4.2-qt. Analog Air Fryer half off its regular price right now. So cook healthier with this killer Cyber Monday deal.
Looking for Rolex Black Friday Deals? We’ve Found Some!
Rolex represents the epitome of luxury watches, and these Rolex Black Friday deals allow you to buy into that legacy cheaper than ever before.
Stitch Fix Clothing Review: How To Upgrade Your Workout Wear
If you're looking to refresh your workout attire for your next game or run, consider giving Stitch Fix a try. Who knows? Maybe you'll get something you like.
Wilson NYC Pop-Up Store is Bringing Tennis Fashion to the Forefront
Wilson's trademark high-visibility yellow has hung out its figurative shingle in front of its U.S. Open pop-up store in New York through September.
James Bond Everything: Shop 007-Inspired Men’s Clothing and Accessories
'No Time to Die' is set to be released October 8, and in advance, there's a slew of James Bond tie-in merchandising.
BET Star Skyh Black Talks Roots as A Dancer, Tyler Perry Method, and More
Skyh Black's dancing discipline is one of his greatest strengths as an actor. His roots and Tyler Perry method has been his guiding light in acting.
Dude Ranches Offer an Oasis of Western Tradition in a Turbulent World
Call it a COVID bump, but dude ranches around the country are seeing unprecedented demand for their few spots during the 2021 season.
What Is UFC Fight Night? A Beginner’s Guide to the Near-Weekly Event
The money was always in pay-per-view for the UFC -- until its Fight Night franchise came along, that is. Here's what all fans should know about UFC Fight Night.
How Todd Snyder Created the Perfect Sweatshirt — And Then Made It Better
Launched in 2013, the Champion collaboration represented a departure for Snyder and his company.
With Its New Men’s Line, Rothy’s Lets You Finally Live in Your Shoes
In the coming months, the brand will be pushing its initial-release shoe colors: four in each for the Loafer and the RS01.
Biometrics 101: What You Can Learn from Patrick Mahomes’ Longtime Trainer
What you can learn from the invisible rhythms of your body’s wiring and how you can gain Mahomes-level performance when it comes to game day or the everyday.
The Best Outdoor Workouts, According to Military Vets
They may not win you a Silver Star, but after finishing you'll no doubt understand the meaning of sacrifice.
The Single Best Bunch of Flowers for Valentine’s Day 2021
Venus et Fleur's blooms are guaranteed for 365 days of enjoyment, making them the first cut flower you can give as a long-lasting gift.