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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.
By Mick Rouse
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.
By The Editors of GQ
Photography by Martin Brown
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.
By Emily Abbate
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Nike Is Finally Re-Releasing One of the Rarest Dunk Lows Ever
Twenty-five years after its Japan-only drop, the Dunk Low ‘Reverse Curry’ will finally be available worldwide.
By Adam Cheung
Nine Actors Who’ve Played Pro Wrestlers, Ranked by Acting and Wrestling Ability
As Zac Efron and Jeremy Allen White’s The Iron Claw climbs into the Oscar-season ring, we’re breaking down the best and worst performances in the only acting category where it makes sense to compare Oliver Platt, Alison Brie, and Mickey Rourke.
By Phil Schneider
The Hottest Sneaker of 2024 Is Already Here
Get ready to see the Asics GT-2160 pretty much everywhere next year.
By Jake Woolf
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.
By Will Porter
The 15 Skincare Products Every Runner Needs
Undo miles and miles of chafed nips, giant callouses, and sweat-saturated skin.
By Adam Hurly
The Best Cyber Monday Fitness Deals to Help You Crush Your Goals (And Look Good Doing It)
From water bottles to weight lifting gear to workout shorts, we've found what you need to finish the year strong (literally).
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By Tyler Chin
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.
By Emily Abbate
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.
By Will Porter
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.
By Joe Holder
Why You Shouldn't Try to “Make Up” a Missed Workout
Beware of injuries and overtraining.
By Hannah Singleton
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.
By Izzy Goldberg
The Best Healthy Meal Delivery Services Meet All Your Fussy Food Needs
Meatless? Paleo? Keto? Gluten-free? No sweat.
By The Editors of GQ
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.
By Micah Ling
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.”
By Brittany Loggins
15 Superior Workout Shirts to Help You Go Harder and Smell Better
Banish those musty cut-off tees to the donation pile.
By Kyle Hodge and Tyler Chin
The Best Fitness Watches for Every Sport and Budget
Trackers that do a lot more than just count steps.
By Emily Abbate, Lori Keong, and Tyler Chin
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.
By Avidan Grossman and Jake Woolf
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.
By Ashwin Rodrigues
All the Stylish Athletic Gear You Need to Crush Your Next Workout
21 indie activewear brands that make sweating look good.
By Yang-Yi Goh and Tyler Chin
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.
By Brittany Loggins
The Best Treadmills For Going Nowhere Fast
From affordable folding models to Olympian-worthy investments.
By Anna Callaghan, Lori Keong, and Tyler Chin
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.
By Alyssa Ages
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.
By Christian Rosa