STACK #202 Aug 2021

LIFE TECH FEATURE

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FATHER’S DAY

GETTING FIT WITH GIFTS FOR THE ACTIVE DAD

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able to be easily positioned where needed, with four different speeds and a two-hour rechargeable battery. TriggerPoint also makes the MB Vibe Massage Ball [7] , which may look like a little green sphere from a sci-fi movie, designed to be rolled over muscles for a deep, loosening massage that can be used before or after a workout. And for the ultimate post-exercise treat, the Homedics Shiatsu Elite II Massage Cushion [8] combines two different types of back massage with a soothing heat for added relaxation and can also do neck and shoulder massages on command – all from the comfort of dad’s favourite chair. There’s one more gift that’s perfect for the dad who’s been keeping fit, working out and looking great – and that’s one of the latest manscaping tools for a fresh new look. Top of the list is, of course, a quality electric shaver, and there’s arguably no better recognised shaver brand than Philips, whose trademark rotating- blade design has been a mainstay for decades – for good reason. Their Series 7000 model [9] protects the skin with a motion-sensing tech Philips calls SkinIQ, which guides you through the best shaving technique as the

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Garmin’s VivoActive smartwatch [4] and Fenix Pro sports watch [5] , on the other hand, shout “active” with their rugged design and big

screens; the former is more of a general- purpose smartwatch, while the Fenix is a seriously heavy-duty

cutting power is automatically adjusted in real time. If dad’s sporting a beard, Philips has a great Compact Trimmer [10] that gives precise control over comb and blade settings via the Lift & Trim Pro system, and is completely waterproof, so it can be easily washed under the tap when done. And for dads who head for the clippers to keep their hair exactly how they like it, hair specialists Remington has the Rapid Cut Pro [11] , a palm-sized rechargeable clipper that’s ergonomically designed to easily follow head contours for simple DIY hair cutting that’s perfect every time. Dad will never have felt or looked better. Thanks, technology!

sports watch designed for running, climbing, skiing and more. After the workout, dad might enjoy a wind-down massage to soothe aching muscles

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– and yep, technology has that covered too! The TriggerPoint Impact Massage Gun [6] looks like it means business, with its drill-like shape and a percussive massager

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The disputed Rock-Daddy Who, pray tell, is the 'Father of Rock 'n' Roll?'

It's not Elvis Presley – he's the 'King', an honorific usually bestowed on a field's dominant figure (not founder). And it's not Little Richard , who's considered a 'Godfather' – the term used for a seminal figure who came further down the line of trailblazers. The man who sits on the Rock 'n' Roll pedestal is generally agreed to be either guitarist Chuck Berry – whose template of youthful spirit, memorable guitar solos, and short 'n' sharp lyrics refined R&B into what became known as 'rock' – or guitarist/inventor Les Paul , whose pioneering experiments into recording, effects, playing techniques and the literal construction of the solid-bodied electric guitar cement his innovator status across genres. Who do you think it is: the artist or the architect?

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