What’s Better: Heavy Weights or High Reps?
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9 Ways to Supercharge Your Workouts in 2026, According to Experts
In the hyper-quantified theater we call modern fitness, we’ve become so obsessed with execution and documenting our progress…
The Best Type of Magnesium for Sleep, According to Experts
If you go hard at the gym, it’s important not to overlook recovery. Stretching, foam rolling, and hanging…
Why I’m Eating More Carbs in 2026
This story is part of our ‘Habits to Embrace—and Ditch—in 2026’ series. Read the whole list here. A…
The Best HIIT Workout to Kickstart Your New Year
A HIIT workout can be tricky to define because, at its core, it just means a string of…
How to Improve Your Grip Strength
Unless you’re deep into the world of optimization, you might not know how to improve your grip strength,…
When Is the Best Time to Take Creatine?
If you’re strength training, there’s a good chance that you’ve dabbled in the world of creatine. Studies have…
How to Get Lean | GQ
“Getting lean” is one of those fitness-isms that doesn’t actually mean anything—like “toning,” or “nourishment.” It sort of…
How Jeff Nippard Became the Face (and Body) of Science-Based Lifting
Jeff Nippard is part of our 2025 Wellness Creator Awards, a.k.a. The Healthies. See the full list here.…
You Should Be Doing Hamstring Stretches Every Day—Here’s Why (and 7 to Try)
If you can’t touch your toes without majorly bending your knees, that’s a sure sign you could benefit…
Does Walking Build Muscle, Burn Fat, or Both?
Walking is low impact, accessible, and free. But does walking build muscle? In a study on global participation…
Can Nitric Oxide Supplements Supercharge Your Workouts? We Asked the Experts
Food is also a great way to boost your nitric oxide intake. “Dietary sources such as beetroot, pomegranate…