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It turns out Scott Brown isn't the only politician who has stripped down for Cosmo. After the nude centerfold of the U.S. Senator was shown by practically every media outlet in the country (seriously, even your mom has probably seen this pic of Scott's six-pack by now)we decided to revisit our archive to see who else has gotten even bigger after getting naked in front of the camera. Check out this centerfold of Arnold Schwarzenegger in the buff!

In 1977, long before he was "The Governator" of California- hell, even before he was The Terminator- Arnie was "Cosmo's Beautiful Man." Back then he was known for his unbelievable biceps and for cheesy body-building films like Pumping Iron. After showing off his muscles in practically every major action movie in the 80s and 90s, he got into politics and was nicknamed "Conan the Republican" by former President George H.W. Bush. Um, aren't Republicans supposed to be the conservative ones?

Now there's no debating that taking

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Even though V-Day is a special occasion, you don't want to look like you spent a few hours with your blow dryer and straightening iron. Guys are most turned on by low-maintenance styles that feel natural. Try one of these and we bet your hair isn't the only thing he touches.

Straight Up Sexy

Why Guys Love It: From an evolutionary perspective, guys subconsciously like hair that looks clean and healthy, like Anna Faris's blond locks. "Hair that's in top condition shows that you have a balanced diet and good health - signs of an ideal mate," says biological anthropologist Helen Fisher PhD. Try these fresh new hairstyles for long hair.

How to Get It: Work a silicone-based straightening serum through damp hair before blow-drying. Clip locks in 4-6 sections depending on how thick your hair is. Then tackle one at a time with a paddle brush and a blow-dryer equipped with a nozzle pointed straight down. Finish with a light shine spray.

Sexy Shag

Why Guys Love It: Jennifer

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This year skip the flowers and mushy cards and steal these tips to make your guy wish V-Day happened every weekend. Embrace your inner bad girl and break the traditional rules this year.

1. Don't Say It with a Greeting Card

Save the long gushy love poems for your wedding vows. Telling him you choo-choo-choose him was cute in 7th grade, but a cheesy card just doesn't cut it past puberty.

Instead: Sext Him Your Late-Night Plans to Celebrate

Use this opportunity to channel your sex goddess. He'll be so excited with your naughty outline to undress him that you won't need to say another word all night. These sexy texts will entice him.

2. Don't Sit Around Waiting for Flowers

There is no reason to stay home watching reruns of Jersey Shore on the most romantic day of the year - even if you're expecting a "surprise." Remind him that you're the independent type who always has something going on and he'll try even harder to impress you.

Instead: Go Out to

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Those sappy V-Day sweets are everywhere right now, and as much as we love candy, it would be so much cooler if we could use them to say what we're really thinking. Get ready to LOL and read about more creative ways to celebrate Valentine's Day.

TAKE IT OFF (Um, looks like someone already got this message.)

IM HOT 4 U

WANT U NOW

UR SO SEXY

OMG UR HOT Actually, maybe he should be saying this to you.

Which one would get your guy's attention?

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The male editors of AskMen.com have helped a lot of dudes survive the aftermath of forgetting V-Day, and in the process we've learned a lot about why they do. There are three simple reasons for why many guys don't recognize February 14 as a special day. (Want to make sure he'll mark it on his calendar? Tell him your planning one of these dates.)

1. Because Our Friends Forget It Too


Women talk about Valentine's Day in the days leading up to it. You'll discuss your plans with your girlfriends and, if none have been made, you'll speculate as to what surprises may be in store. Among men, however, we're lucky if even one of our friends raises the topic - because the rest of us need someone to remind us. Men forget Valentine's Day for the same reason men fumble many relationship matters: We lack a support network to remind us of its importance. The event simply never comes up in conversation until it is raised by our girlfriends... the day after. Why not remind him in advance by Read More »from 3 Reasons Why Men Forget Valentine’s Day

Whether you thought it would never last or are holding a candle-lit vigil that the latest break-up rumors aren't true, this is a good moment to review what the supercouple taught us.

1. Have you seen Brad's beard lately? When a guy grows facial hair that fugly, he's definitely not that into you anymore. (Find out the sure-fire signs a guys ready to split.)

2. When the nannies are feeding the children, don't forget to grab a sandwich for yourself. They're called love handles for a reason.

3. No matter how adorable and oddly-named your kids are, raising a huge brood can get ugly. Just ask Jon and Kate Gosselin.

4. A better world begins in the bedroom, so while we applaud her peace-keeping efforts, it probably wouldn't kill Angelina to spend a little less time in Cambodia and more time in bed with Brad. Here's what guys- even super famous ones- are craving.

5. Exes never really go away, whether they subliminally influence how you behave in your current

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Suggest one of these dates and we promise he won't say, "Nah, I'd rather just take a long walk on the beach and talk about my feelings."

1) The Date: Score Tickets to See a Basketball Game

Why He'll Love It: Whether it's a pro team or his high school alma mater, watching a fast-paced game of hoops will get his adrenaline pumping. Find out about more sporty dates so you can flirt and burn calories at the same time!

What to Wear: Leave the jerseys for the players to wear and sport a sexier outfit in the team's colors.

2) The Date: Head to a Shooting Range

Why He'll Love It: Even though he's just shooting a paper target, your guy will be totally turned on by the feeling that he could, in theory, kill and cook his own dinner. Here's why this hand-on date will make him fall for you.

What to Wear: Pair a chic flannel shirt with your boots and jeans, but leave a few of the top buttons undone to keep him from spending too much time staring at the bull's-eye.

3)

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It's not that guys don't enjoy the coupley or romantic aspects of a relationship. It's just that they enjoy some more than others - and you may be surprised by what they prefer. Want more? Find out these surprising - and kinda crazy - factors that come into play when choosing a mate or even just a hookup.

Overrated: Love letters


Underrated: Romantic texts.
If a guy sits down to write you an actual love letter, he's doing it to impress you. If he sends you a text out of nowhere telling you he's thinking about you, he's doing it because he can't help himself. Turn him on with these sexy texts.

Overrated: The smell of your perfume


Underrated: The smell of your hair. Good thing we've already found the best-smelling shampoos. There's nothing wrong with the subtle application of the right perfume, but catching a whiff of that clean-yet-flowery girl-hair smell beats any fragrance.

Overrated: Double dates


Underrated: Going to parties together.
Double dates are

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