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This casual piece of furniture is associated with men for relaxation and watching TV.
What is a recliner? It is also sometimes referred to as a La-Z-Boy. However, the company La-Z-Boy Inc. is a furniture manufacturer that sells more than just these popular recliners.
“Drop and give me 20” refers to this exercise.
What are push-ups? Did you know? When learning to do push-ups, it’s best to place your knees on the floor rather than your toes to build strength and perfect your form.
As flat as this
What is a pancake? For example, “My hair is as flat as a pancake today.”
You will likely only eat the red and green stalks of this vegetable in a pie mixed with strawberries.
What is rhubarb? While you can prepare the stalks in a variety of dishes, it’s not a favorite vegetable. The leaves are poisonous whether raw or cooked.
The ruins of this “unsinkable” ship were found in September 1985.
What is the RMS Titanic? After more than 70 years at the bottom of the Atlantic Ocean, a French American expedition found the remains.
His tune “I Walk the Line” landed him in the No. 1 position on Rolling Stone’s 100 Greatest Country Songs of All Time.
Who is Johnny Cash? His other hits include “A Boy Named Sue,” “Ring of Fire,” and “If I Were a Carpenter.”
Interestingly, men in beer commercials don’t usually sport this kind of stomach.
What is a beer belly? A man’s metabolism often slows down after he turns 35, which can lead him to develop a beer belly.
This is the easiest low-impact exercise. It requires no gym membership, and it can be enjoyed in groups.
What is walking? It’s heart-healthy, and you can walk at your own pace, increasing speed and duration as you become more fit.
A mineral that is “of the earth,” and you can “take it with a grain”
What is salt? “Salt of the earth” refers to kind, decent people, while “take with a grain of salt” is to be skeptical.
This legume is treated as a nut and often mistaken for one.
What is peanut? It is processed into a popular nut butter, and a 12-ounce jar of peanut butter requires around 500 peanuts.
In September 1964, this commission issued its report on the Kennedy assassination.
What is Warren? The Warren Commission’s report concluded Lee Harvey Oswald killed John F. Kennedy with a single bullet. To this day, there are many who don’t believe the findings in part or in whole.
In addition to her singing prowess, she is known for her starring role as Doralee Rhodes in 9 to 5.
Who is Dolly Parton? Her costars in the film include Jane Fonda, Lily Tomlin, and Dabney Coleman. Parton has won 10 Grammy Awards. She’s also known for her theme park, children’s literacy program, and impressive wig collection.
If women are from Venus, men are from this planet.
What is Mars? John Gray popularized the planet comparison in his book Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus.
In addition to helping build muscle mass and all the other usual benefits of exercise, this form of exercise shines when it comes to keeping bones strong.
What is strength training (working with weights, resistance bands, or similar)? According to the Mayo Clinic, “By stressing your bones slightly, strength training can increase bone density and reduce the risk of osteoporosis.”
A car that requires endless repairs
What is lemon? Do you remember the Ford Pinto and all its fires? Pinto and lemon were once synonymous.
This flower is a symbol of harvest season.
What is chrysanthemum? They’re harvest season’s most prolific flower, blooming everywhere in bold, beautiful colors—red, yellow, gold, green, purple, pink, maroon, and white. Globally, they are the second-largest harvest in the ornamental category, after roses.
In September 1974, this president pardoned President Richard Nixon.
Who is President Gerald Ford? He did it so a trial would not further polarize the country. Some blame his failure to gain a second term on the pardon.
This crossover musician is best known for performing his tune “The Gambler” and Lionel Richie’s “Lady.”
Who is Kenny Rogers? Rogers also performed many duets throughout his career, including with Dolly Parton and Dottie West.
This is a popular name for a man’s room in the home.
What is a man cave? It’s typically filled with games, musical instruments, exercise equipment, large TVs, and anything related to sports.
This is a typically stationary exercise bicycle with a reclining seat.
What is a recumbent bike? By peddling in a slightly reclined position, you take the pressure off your knees and go easier on your lower back.
What you’re in when you’re in a tight space
What is pickle? If your social security check is deposited late, you might be in a pickle.
This purple vegetable doesn’t come from a chicken.
What is eggplant? In Europe, eggplants are called aubergines. They originally came from India, and they are now a favorite fruit around the world.
In September 1973, this aircraft made its first transatlantic flight, breaking records for the fastest crossing.
What is the Concorde? The first crossing took only three hours and 33 minutes. The first passenger flight wasn’t until 1976, and it continued to transport passengers at speeds greater than Mach 2 until 2003.
This country legend died in a plane crash on her way to Nashville in 1963. One of her most enduring hits is “Crazy.”
Who is Patsy Cline? Willie Nelson wrote “Crazy.” A week before her fatal trip, Cline said, “I’ve had two bad [accidents]. The third one will either be a charm or it’ll kill me.”
This is a type of genetic baldness.
What is male pattern? Male pattern baldness begins at the hairline and works its way back. It eventually forms a U-shaped bald area.
Serious athletes compete in this event, which includes swimming, cycling, and distance running.
What is triathlon? The event has its roots in France in the 1920s. In 1974, California hosted the first formal triathlon. Swimming is the first event because it is safer than swimming when you’re already exhausted.
A thing or person that can be won, obtained, or persuaded with little effort
What is low-hanging fruit? It’s often used when talking about getting new voters. The candidates go after low-hanging fruit.
Cranberries are harvested by doing this.
What is flooding the fields? When the fields are flooded, the cranberries float to the top, making harvesting easier.
On a September day in 1926, this 11-day feast in Little Italy made its debut.
What is Feast of San Gennaro (gen-AIR-o)? It’s a New York September tradition, and New Yorkers and visitors flock to Mulberry Street in the heart of Little Italy for shopping, parades, contests, live entertainment, and eating.
This country musician was married to Julia Roberts from 1993–1995.
Who is Lyle Lovett? They got married during the same month they began dating.
Fedoras became popular after appearing in this type of production in the 19th century.
What is a play (theater production)? In 1883, the hat made its debut in Fédora, a French play.
President Dwight D. Eisenhower introduced this exercise program to increase fitness in young people.
What is the President’s Council on Youth Fitness? It is now called the President’s Council on Sports, Fitness & Nutrition.
A phrase for a lofty idea that has little chance of becoming a reality
What is pie in the sky? When someone suggests something in a brainstorming session that is ridiculous, they might hear the reply, “Oh, that’s just pie in the sky.”
While fall is well known as harvest season, it is also this season for farmers who plant again in the fall.
What is second-season planting? The farmers plant cool-season crops, such as cabbage and broccoli.
September didn’t always have 30 days. It used to have this many.
What is 29? Julius Caesar added an extra day in 46 BC.
She is known as “The Queen of Country” and covers Bobbie Gentry’s 1969 song “Fancy” on her 1990 album Rumor Has It. She also stars in an eponymous sitcom that aired from 2001–2007.
Who is Reba McEntire? Fun fact: Reba learned how to drive at the age of five.