Wellness
How Paul Mescal Built His Body for Gladiator II, According to the Guy Who Trained Him
The Irish actor turned himself into a gladiator—and didn't even have to give up beer or cigarettes.
By Tom Ward
How to Lift Heavy and Get Strong—Without a Spotter
A beginner's guide to safe and confident solo strength training.
By Maggie Slepian
A Full-Body MRI is the Latest Wellness Status Symbol. Should You Get One in 2025?
Surprisingly, ignorance is usually bliss.
By Dean Stattmann
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All of our favorite headphones and earbuds are now on sale for Black Friday. Yes, all of them.
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These Cardio Machines Are So Good, They Make Our Heart Pound
More treadmill, less recumbent bike.
By Emily Abbate
9 Tips for Guys Who Want to Start Running (and Stick With It)
For starters: It's a great idea to mix in some walking if you want.
By Emily Abbate
The 15 Best Colognes on the Planet Right Now
Can't tell your EDPs from your EDTs? Not quite sure what a “vetiver” is? Here's how to navigate the booming men's fragrance market—and walk away with a scent that feels uniquely your own.
The 2024 GQ Grooming Awards
Looks have been maxxed. Bodies have been buffed. Scents have been spritzed. Without delay, here are the dependable and (dare we say) fun grooming products that are worth a look.
The Best Beard Balms to Keep Your Scruff Looking Its Best
Whether you've got a full-blown beard or wispy "facial hair," these balms will keep everything looking healthy.
The Best Face Serums for Men Will Give You a Brighter, More Handsome Mug
Tiny bottle, big results.
The Best Mattresses for Sex, Sleeping, and Everything Else
Check out these top picks approved by sleep scientists and sexperts.
Can Kamala Harris Convince Enough Men to Pull the Lever for Abortion Rights?
Reproductive rights affect everyone, but the issue has not historically been used to motivate and persuade male voters. GQ spoke with Michael Tyler, Harris’s communications director, to hear about the campaign's efforts to change that.
The Best Cock Rings for Harder Hard-Ons
Get a grip, man.
The Best Dildos Are the Full Package
Including ones that are curved, tapered, and ribbed for your pleasure.
Our Collective Fixation on Productivity Is Older Than You Think
In his new book Work, anthropologist James Suzman traces the rise of the productivity-at-all-costs mindset to the dawn of agriculture.
From Productivity to Psychedelics: Tim Ferriss Has Changed His Mind About Success
Tim Ferriss on his quarantine philosophy, funding psychedelic research, and why “not everything that is meaningful can be measured.”
10 Books that Have Helped Me Feel More In Control of My Life
Clay Skipper assembles a care package that'll help you maintain perspective, live a little more mindfully, and get you (even more) ready to leave isolation behind.
This Is Your Chance for ‘the Great Reset’
Talking to the author of Bored and Brilliant on making the most of quarantine.
The Real-Life Diet of Lil Dicky, Who Is Careful to Avoid Salt Bloat on Set
The rapper and actor told GQ about getting a meat thermometer, his strategy for coping with 4 a.m. wake ups, and eating tuna straight out of the can.
The Real-Life Diet of F1 Phenom Lando Norris, Who Won’t Even Get Near Seafood
The McLaren driver told GQ about making batches of overnight oats, rehydrating with a cold post-race Coca-Cola, and the importance of finding quiet during a hectic race weekend.
The Real-Life Diet of Isaac Powell, Who Can't Turn Down a ‘A Fluffy, Flaky Croissant’
The actor told GQ about preferring to work out solo, being raised by a CrossFit world champion, and dealing with the pressure to maintain a “pleasing physical form.”
The Real-Life Diet of Deion Sanders, Who Tries to Stay Away from KFC These Days
Coach Prime told GQ about eating until he's satisfied (but not full), keeping almonds on hand, and why he doesn't eat soul food every day anymore.
What's the Best Workout For Longevity?
Longevity doctors and other experts weighed in on the ideal life-extension workout routine.
By Emily Laurence
So, Exactly How Long Should You Cold Plunge?
Spoiler alert: Longer isn't necessarily better.
By Kells McPhillips
Should You Cold Plunge Before or After Your Workout?
The timing of when you freeze your keister off can change what you get out of the practice.
By Jennifer Heimlich
The Best Treadmills for Runners That Go The Distance Every Time
Whether you're training for a marathon or just trying to get your heart rate up, you need a high-quality machine that's durable enough for the job.
By April Benshosan
Why Having a Dog Is So Good for Your Mental Health (Scientifically Speaking)
Dogs are a powerful ally in supporting our psychological well-being, whether they realize it or not.
By Dean Stattmann
6 Ways to Be More Productive and Actually Get Stuff Done
There’s a science to productivity. Here’s how to master it.
By Emily Laurence
9 Best Aesop Products for a Bougie (and Effective) Skin Care Routine
From the land down under comes a brand that's not worth hiding behind a medicine cabinet.
By Tyler Chin
How to Actually Build Muscle When You Work Out
A simple guide to max out your gains and fill out your shirtsleeves.
By Dean Stattmann
10 Best Beard Trimmers Will Keep Your Scruff Shaped Up in 2024
Longtime grooming writer Adam Hurly has tested hundreds of grooming products—including beard trimmers—these are the 10 that he says stand out.
By Adam Hurly
Should You Try the 90-30-50 Diet?
There's no particular magic to eating 90 grams of protein, 30 grams of fiber, and 50 grams of fat each day. But you might learn something from trying.
By Dean Stattmann
The Best Recovery Shoes Are Like Clouds for Your Feet
Soothe your aching dogs with these top picks.
By Tyler Chin
How to Sleep Better, According to Sleep Experts
Starting with getting outside first thing in the morning.
By Josiah Gogarty
Showing the Messy Side of Sobriety
“I used to need a debilitating amount of benzodiazepines to go into a grocery store,” says a TikTok creator who refuses to fully embrace healthy living. “And now I'm supposed to wash my produce with baking soda for 15 minutes?”
By Kate Lindsay
What Happens When a Sober Influencer Relapses?
A wave of content creators has made abstinence a core part of their online identity—and some of them are continuing to share when things go off the rails.
By Matthew Herskowitz
How to Run a Marathon—Even If You Think You Can't
There are plenty of mileage guides out there, but Nike trainer and GQ wellness writer Joe Holder says this seven-step plan hits at something much deeper that will get you across the finish line.
By Joe Holder
How Randall Park Trained for His First Marathon at Age 50
“The intentions are there. Is the body there? Is the VO2 max there? I don't know.”
By Hannah Singleton
How to Deal With Stress—Without Hitting a Wall (or a Bar)
Read this if you're feeling a little on edge.
By Emily Laurence
The Real-Life Diet of Longevity Doctor Valter Longo, Who Wants You to Finish Eating Well Before Bedtime
GQ spoke with the author of The Longevity Diet about why you shouldn't skip breakfast, the crucial difference between fasting and dieting, and the problem with eating too much protein.
By Ashwin Rodrigues