Jahla Seppanen
Former Former Digital Trends Contributor, The Manual
Author/Co-Author of 453 articles
Born and raised off-the-grid in New Mexico, Jahla Seppanen is currently a sports, fitness, spirits, and culture writer in Denver, Colorado, who watches WWE, 007, and baseball in her spare time. Her writing has appeared in Maxim, SHAPE, Strong Fitness Magazine, Dwell, and InsideHook, along with international literary fiction reviews. Her vices include long runs and tequila with mango juice. Please reach out to The Manual editorial staff with any questions or comments about Jahla’s work.
The 13 best Stephen King books to read, ranked
From a Stephen King reading list of almost 100 books, here are the 13 best Stephen King books, ranked. They're as chilling as they are well written.
7 classic tequila cocktail recipes that prove it’s more than just a party shot
From a margarita to a Paloma, here are seven of the best tequila cocktail recipes you need to know and should make, including a few twists on the classics.
Bamboo Sports Hall Isn’t the Gym You Played Dodgeball In
Bamboo Sports Hall created by Chiangmai Life Construction for Thailand's Panyaden School is a gymnasium built entierly of bamboo.
Q&A: Corey Calliet on Training Celebs, Revenge Bodies, and Benching 515 Pounds
Expert trainer Corey Calliet has worked with the stars of Star Wars, Black Panther, and more — and now he's got some tips for you.
How to get out of a rip current, according to a pro
Every guy should know how to spot and escape a rip current, whether you’re swimming at a protected beach manned by a Baywatch team or exploring uncharted coves.
Step back in time and learn how to make authentic Turkish coffee
We went to Ciragan Palace Kempinski in Turkey to learn how to brew traditional Turkish coffee: ingredients, method, and what treat to pair with it.
11 best coffee books: Brew up a pot of knowledge
Coffee has a background and history that is as full-bodied as its taste and aroma. Read these best coffee books from its sociology down to its history.
The best running workouts from an expert: Exercises to increase speed, strength, and agility
Six exercises for runners (that don't involve running) that will increase agility, power, and overall strength so you can sprint faster and have less injuries.
The 14 best Halloween costume ideas inspired by movie badasses
Easy, cheap, and totally cool: These are the best Halloween costumes inspired by the most iconic badasses of film.
Mild, medium, or bold: Our cigar strength chart helps you choose to perfect smoke
We enlisted the help of Senior Tobacconist Chris Gwaltney of The Humidor to learn everything we need to know about mild, medium, and bold cigars.
6 of the Craziest (and Most Delicious) Brews We Sipped at Collaboration Beer Fest 2018
The 5th annual Collaboration Beer Fest brought together 123 Frankenstein craft beer creations — including sours, hazy IPAs, and international twists — from the best breweries in the world.
How to Throw a Punch the Right Way
Learn how to throw a punch in eight steps from Mike and L.A. Jennings of Train, Fight, Win in Denver. Plus, dos and don'ts to keep from breaking your thumb.
25 badass women in history you should know about
From a Georgian Queen to a Swedish activist, and Oprah (of course), here are 25 women throughout history who push us to be more badass.
Buckle Up, Fast Forward Timelines Jaw-Dropping Futuristic Concept Cars
Fast Forward from Gestalten timelines the most futuristic concept cars from the 1930s through today, with stunning photos and exclusive interviews.
The Most Sought-After Cars in Bonham’s 2018 Festival of Speed Sale
Bonham's 2018 Goodwood Festival of Speed Sale will feature the most valuable British car ever auctioned, a swanky James Bond Aston Martin, vintage Mercedez-Benz, and more.
This Techy Bookmark Doubles as a Reading Light
A practice in Japanese minimalism, this part bookmark-part reading light designed by Kouichi Okamoto is a thin film printed with nanoparticle ink that transmits electricity...
Andy Warhol Painted a BMW M1 Race Car, and It’s Gorgeous
The Andy Warhol M1 Art Car is a pop art red and turquoise-painted six-cylinder power racing machine that redefines the term ‘work of art.’ 40 years after its creation, the Warhol M1 was reshot...
How to saber a bottle of champagne using a sword, spoon, or even a watch
G.H. Mumm's cellarmaster Didier Mariotti teaches us how to saber a bottle of Champagne with an actual saber — as well as a knife, spoon, or watch.
10 Fall-Flavored Whiskeys for a Not-So-Basic Autumn
Those who love autumn can spice up their season with these 10 fall-flavored whiskeys that bring hints of pumpkin spice, maple, and apple cider to the grain mash we love so dearly.
The 4 Best Workout Recovery Foods, as Recommended by Clif Bar’s Dieticians
Clif Bar's registered dieticians walk The Manual through the science of getting stronger through the right workout recovery foods. Here are their top picks.
Fall Reading List: 10 Books to Read in October for Chills and Thrills
These 10 moody pieces of literature are the perfect way to enjoy the Halloween season. Ranging from Dante's Inferno to Stephen King's "Misery," some Edgar Allen Poe, and other haunting tales, these are the best books to add to your fall reading list.
You Can Sleep in Hunter S. Thompson’s Colorado Cabin
Hunter S. Thompson's cabin in Aspen, Colorado available for rental. The two-bedroom, one-bathroom house at the Owl Farm compound is complete with Thompson's typewriter. Mescaline not included.
The 5 Best Cigars to Smoke Right Now, According to a Cigar Expert
Walking into a cigar shop is like walking into a candy store. Which one do you pick? David R. Weiss, president of The Lone Wolf Cigar Company, shares his top five cigar picks.
Gear We Love: All the Best Stuff for a Great Night In
Rejoice in FOGO (fear of going out) with Manual-approved gear we're loving this month, including an indoor hammock, the only tequila you need this summer, and the perfect book.
The 6 Best Tools Every Man Needs for Spring Yard Work
Garrett Wade's Co-Owner and Senior Vice President Craig Winer shares his six most coveted yard work and gardening tools for this season.
It’s in the Cards: How to Plan the Perfect Poker Night
Highclere Castle Cigar CEO and co-founder Adam von Gootkin shares his seven steps to hosting the perfect gentleman's poker night, complete with whiskey, cigars, and velvet smoking jackets.
Impress the In-Laws with these 3 Simple Recipes for Peanut Butter Desserts
These three easy-to-make peanut butter desserts, courtesy the founder of Justin's natural nut butters, are sure win anyone over this season.
9 Porsche Products You Need (Even If You Don’t Have a Porsche Yet)
You may not own a Porsche car yet, but at least you can stock up on Porsche-themes gloves, luggage, apparel, coffee cups, teddy bears, and office chairs nutil you do. Because Porsche is a style, not just a set of wheels.
How to Take Instagram-Worthy Cocktail Pictures
Turn mixing into a full-time craft. Elliot Clark, aka the Apartment Bartender, shares six expert tips for taking better cocktail pics to post on Instagram.
How to Get Rid of Allergy Symptoms, According to the Experts
We spoke to allergy experts around the country to get secret tips and trick on how to get rid of allergies in the throes of pollen purgatory, and ways to prevent allergies from hitting.
Too Broke to Travel? Take a Virtual Vacation With This Summer Reading List.
Some of us work all summer and need to find inventive ways to travel. You can transport yourself to the Greek island of Rhodes or the modern streets of Berlin with a book on our summer reading list. They could be the inspiration for your next big vacation, but for now, settle into your couch.
10 Weirdest Men’s Grooming Products We Found Amazon
From penis refresh spray to clip-in man-buns to cream that gives you abs of steel, here are the 10 weirdest men's grooming products available Amazon that apparently make you feel beautiful.
The Best Healthy Drunk Food to Snack On When You Get the Drunchies
Drunchies. The drunk munchies. We’ve all been there. We don’t want you to stop snacking after a boozy night (good calories and protein could help the healing process), but we suggest stocking your cabinets with these healthy drunk food snacks.
Winter Reading List: 20 Books for the Cold, Dark Months
We compiled the ultimate winter reading list, stripped of the dull holiday classics and packed with cool, fun, and emotional reads every man should dig into.
Visit 53 World-Class Distillers on the Colorado Spirits Trail
The new Colorado Spirits Trail, much like the Kentucky Bourbon Trail, promises to bring visitors to Colorado, following a map of 53 world-class distilleries.
Celebrate Vincent Price’s Birthday with these 10 Iconic Horror Movies
To celebrate horror icon Vincent Price's birthday on May 27, we'll be re-watching these 10 classic scary movies made before 2000, including 'House of Wax,' 'The Shining,' and the original 'Ring.'
Celebrate Muhammad Ali’s Birthday on January 17 with the Best Boxing Movies of All Time
January 17 marks the birthday of Muhammad Ali and we're celebrating by watching the 10 best boxing movies of all time, from 'Rocky' to 'Raging Bull' to 'The Harder They Fall.'
The Absolute Worst Movies to Watch with a Date
You thought asking for their number was difficult? Choosing the wrong movie will destroy you, your rep, and any mood you hope to create. Here’s a list of the 14 absolute worst movies to watch with a date. Some may be tremendous films, but they are terrible date flicks.
Celebrate Clint Eastwood’s Birthday with 10 Classic Western Movies
Happy 88th birthday to Clint Eastwood, an icon of masculinity and one hell of a shot. The "man with no name" was born on May 31, 1930, and we're celebrating with our favorite Western films.
Surf Shacks is a Look into the Eclectic Homes of Iconic Surfers
Surf Shacks, a compilation by Gestalten of the most eclectic surfer homes, is an inside look at the off-shore living spaces of surfing legends.
Outdoor Retailer Winter Market 2018: The Best Gear of the Year
The best gear from Outdoor Retailer Winter Market 2018 will rock the industry with cool new sustainable innovations like knitting machines that eliminate scrap waste, hiking boots made from algae, and biodegradable down.
How to Throw a Socially-Distanced Halloween Party
Bring Halloween 2022 back from the dead with these food, drinks, and costumes.
Rande Gerber Designed The Only Sweatpants You Need for Winter 2022
Casamigos Tequila Founder Rande Gerber paired up with California-based ethical clothing brand Bleusalt for the ultimate men's sweatpant: The Casa Pant.
This Affordable Apartment Complex is Actually a Vertical Forest
Stefano Boeri Architetti is building a new Vertical Forest in the heart of Eindhoven, Netherlands, to help reduce pollution and increase biodiversity.
7 Best Digital Food Scales to Smarten Up Your Kitchen and Meal Prep in 2022
Make meal prep and portion control so much easier by checking out this list of the best digital food scales to help combat portion distortion.
20 Books By Female Authors Every Man Should Read (or Re-Read) in 2022
From the harrowing dystopian world of Margaret Atwood to Japanese noir, these are the best books by female authors that all men should read at least once.
What is Vegan Cheese? The Ingredients, Taste, and Benefits of Non-Dairy Cheese
Everything you need to know about vegan cheese, from what it's made of to the best brands and products to try, and the potential benefits of making the swap from classic cheese.
What Is Ultrasonic Homogenizing and What Does It Have to Do With Cocktails?
Futuristic mixology tools are here and making cocktails smoother than ever. Here is everything you need to know about ultrasonic homogenizing from an expert at The Monarch Bar in Kansas City.
So You Think Your Drinking Water is Clean? Think Again
Two leaders in the filtration category explain the growing concern of contaminated drinking water in the US, the chemicals we're actually drinking, and the easiest way to make our water safer at home.
What Is Cuffing Season? Everything a Guy Needs to Know
Cuffing season describes the time roughly between October and February when normally single people find themselves with the urge to enter a new relationship and be “cuffed” or boo-ed up. Here's why.