Running Out-front: How to Come Out Running
Justin Yoder Justin Yoder

Running Out-front: How to Come Out Running

One gorgeous summer’s day about 15 years ago, I was desperate to get out of my flat and so I picked up some trainers and went for a run. I told myself ‘just see how you get on’ and got out the door. After a fairly inactive lifestyle until then, it was a turning point for the relationship I had with my health, fitness and the great outdoors. I really enjoyed the feeling of freedom, of being in the fresh air, and surprised myself that I didn’t need to stop after 10 minutes. In fact, I ran for about 45 minutes, which for a novice felt like a really long time. …

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My First Time
Justin Yoder Justin Yoder

My First Time

So… just a little heads up. I’m going to talk about hunting. I’m not going to try to convince you whether it’s good or bad.. right or wrong… I’m just going to talk about my own experience. Cool?

But before we get to all that, a little background. …

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Top 10 Dating Ideas For Winter
Justin Yoder Justin Yoder

Top 10 Dating Ideas For Winter

Oh, winter. The cooler weather has arrived, and now that it’s here we’re probably already anticipating when it leaves. Still, there is a lot to love about this time of year. Yes, the days are shorter and the weather is unforgiving, but the holidays bring cheer at the start of the season, and the snow creates a real-life wonderland. Don’t succumb to seasonal affective disorder: grab your significant other, or that Tinder date, and indulge in a winter date night. …

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Plenty Of Fish
Justin Yoder Justin Yoder

Plenty Of Fish

I FISH. BUT I’M NOT A FISHERMAN.

I caught my first fish at maybe… age 8.

We were fishing for rainbow trout (foreshadowing?) in a stream in Ruidoso, New Mexico while visiting my grandparents. I had a cheap fishing rod - maybe a $5 rod and reel combo from Walmart. I don’t exactly recall the bait we used, but it looked like the small red berries you’d see on Christmas wreaths. …

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