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The Real-Life Diet of Davante Adams, Who Slimmed Down Before His Big Breakout 

The superstar Packers receiver talked to GQ about protein powder, fasted cardio, and living on team food. 

The 2021 GQ Fitness Awards 

49 products that will help you work harder, recover smarter, and look fly as hell while you're doing it. 

The Real-Life Diet of Ndamukong Suh, Who Is Dead Serious About Recovery  

The 315-pound Buccaneers defensive tackle talked to GQ about intermittent fasting, loving kombucha, and working with multiple physical therapists. 

The Best Workout Socks for Every Type of Runner, Lifter, and Hooper

19 superlative hosiery options to help you train harder—and fight blisters and hot spots each step of the way.

Eight Ways to Fit Workouts Into Your Busy Schedule

If you're forcing yourself to do something you hate, your body will release stress hormones, says one expert. There’s a better way.

How Glen Powell Got Ripped

The Anyone But You lead's trainer on prepping Powell for the ‘Top Gun’ beach football scene and, now, starring opposite Sydney Sweeney.

Therabody's Stress-Melting Massage Guns Are Up to $300 Off This Week

Hammer away the aches and pains with minimal harm done to your wallet. Your fingers could never.

The Real-Life Diet of Barry’s CEO Joey Gonzalez, Who Does 200 Minutes of Cardio and 500 Minutes of Strength Training a Week

A 40-gram protein shake before and after he works out, breakfast with his kids each morning, and candy at the movies. Here's how the Barry's CEO eats.

The Real Life Diet of Idris Elba, Who Only Drinks Decaf

At 51, Elba “knows what feels good," which is why he's on a high-protein diet, avoids caffeine, and practices breathwork to chill out his nervous system.

The Real-Life Diet of Cleveland Browns Defensive End Myles Garrett, Who Pulls Out the Stops for Cheat Breakfasts

“Most people know what they’re supposed to eat and in what volume … Of course, you have some days where you have to treat yourself.”

The Real-Life Diet of Eric Nam, Who Will Make an Exception for Nashville Hot Chicken

The K-Pop star told GQ about working with Jeremy Lin's trainer, making his mental health a priority, and cutting out alcohol on tour.

This Was the Year That Weight Loss Drugs Showed They Are Here to Stay

2023 proved that, while we might not be ready for drugs like Ozempic, they’re not going anywhere.

This Was the Year of Obsessing Over Longevity

2023 saw celebrities, influencers, and ordinary people take big steps in order to live a longer, healthier life.

This Was the Year of Breathing Through Our Noses

How mouth breathing became wellness enemy number one.

This Was the Year Nicotine Made a Big Comeback

The addictive chemical resonated with both biohackers and analog cig-blasters in 2023.

The Best Running Gloves Give Cold the Middle Finger While You're Piling on Miles

"Cold hands, warm heart" need not apply to runners.

The 15 Skincare Products Every Runner Needs

Undo miles and miles of chafed nips, giant callouses, and sweat-saturated skin.

How to Go to Sleep Fast (and Stay Down for the Night)

An 11-point plan to go to sleep, stay asleep, and wake up full of energy the next day.

The Best Night Running Gear Is Right for Every Runner

Don't let a little thing like darkness stop you from putting in the miles.

Can a Very Fit Human Run 25 Miles Faster Than a Horse?

GQ wellness columnist Joe Holder competed in the Man Against Horse race in Prescott, Arizona to find out.

Why You Shouldn't Try to “Make Up” a Missed Workout

Beware of injuries and overtraining.

The Real-Life Diet of Cody Ko, Whose Favorite Meal Is Chicken and Waffles

Ahead of his first New York City Marathon, GQ caught up with the YouTuber about what running has in common with taking molly, cheat meals at Raising Cane's, and embracing the pain when racing hard.

The Best Healthy Meal Delivery Services Meet All Your Fussy Food Needs 

Meatless? Paleo? Keto? Gluten-free? No sweat. 

The Real-Life Diet of Jan Frodeno, the Greatest Triathlete of All Time

GQ talked to Frodeno about how he makes his pre-race overnight oats, eating enough to get stares in buffet lines, and winding down with a beer.

The Real-Life Diet of Comedian Chris Distefano, Who Only Eats Sweets on Saturday

Distefano told GQ about replacing social media with meditation, his intermittent fasting app of choice, and getting told he had a “leading man face and best friend body.”

15 Superior Workout Shirts to Help You Go Harder and Smell Better

Banish those musty cut-off tees to the donation pile.

The Best Fitness Watches for Every Sport and Budget

Trackers that do a lot more than just count steps. 

The Best Gym Bags Are the Best Bags, Period

19 do-anything duffles sturdy enough for the everyday and stylish enough for a weekend away.

A Free Gym Trial Is the Best Way to Work Out While Traveling

Or pay for a day pass—just say no to the hotel-room HIIT workout.

All the Stylish Athletic Gear You Need to Crush Your Next Workout

21 indie activewear brands that make sweating look good.

The Real-Life Diet of Simu Liu, Who Says He's “Relatively Undisciplined”

Liu talked to GQ about why he prefers playing sports to working out, the upsides to intermittent fasting, and the big role that KFC played in his life.

The Best Treadmills For Going Nowhere Fast

From affordable folding models to Olympian-worthy investments.

The Quest to Pick Up the Lost Lifting Stones of Ireland

A strongman is on a mission to uncover and lift these forgotten tests of strength.

The Real-Life Diet of Randall Park, Who Will Wake Up at 4 A.M. to Run If That's What It Takes 

Ahead of his directorial debut, Park caught up with GQ about his wellness plan for his fifties.