An Interview with Lawrence, Icon of the Pop Underground
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The 6 Best Exercises for a Brawnier Back
A broad, well-defined back is a cornerstone of any well-rounded physique. But that’s not the only reason to…
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I arrived at the Guggenheim for “Contours of a World,” the new show devoted to the late German…
Bon Iver’s fABLE Salmon Is Now an Official Pantone Color
There are two Pantone colors on the covers of Bon Iver’s SABLE, EP and SABLE, fABLE: Black C…
How to Massively Improve Your Bench Press
The bench press, star of chest day, has long stood as the de facto measure for a lifter’s…
Should You Use Free Weights or Machines at the Gym?
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Yes, Creatine Benefits Include Reversing the Effects of Sleep Deprivation and Stress
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What’s Better: Heavy Weights or High Reps?
This story is from Manual, GQ’s flagship newsletter offering useful advice on style, health, and more, four days…