The human body is packed with natural rhythms, from your sleep-wake cycle to the steady pulsing of blood through the brain to heart rate and pulse. Now, scientists say the gut may hold the key to ...

Planks are one of the most versatile and accessible exercises out there. You don’t need any equipment, and you can do them anywhere. There are also many plank variations to accommodate your strength ...

When you train your muscles (either by lifting weights, running, or doing resistance work), you create tiny microtears in your muscle fibers. While this might sound detrimental, it’s actually a good ...

Even if you've never stepped foot into a gym in your life, you've likely performed a deadlift (or at least the key movements behind the classic compound exercise). If you've ever hinged over to pick ...

This story is from Manual, GQ’s flagship newsletter offering useful advice on style, health, and more, four days a week. Sign up here to get it in your inbox. Despite what many workout equipment ...