Wellness

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Why HRV Is the New Longevity Obsession
Heart rate variability has become the wellness scene’s favorite recovery score, but experts say most people misunderstand the actual meaning of the number.
By Hannah Singleton

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How to Increase Your Overhead Press, According to a 4-Plate Presser
Sam Shethar, an expert strength coach and amateur strongman, explains how to improve your overhead press and put up some serious weight.
By Ian Burke

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It’s About to Be Hot Peptide Summer
Over a dozen peptides may soon be unbanned. A doctor, med-spa physician, and healthcare executive explain what that means for you.
By Dean Stattmann
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It’s Brad Pitt and His Dog vs. the Alaskan Wilderness in David Ayer’s Heart of the Beast
“He was vulnerable in a way I haven’t seen before,” Ayer says of Pitt’s onscreen bond with Uber, a real-life mountain rescue dog.
By Derek Lawrence

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How to Use Magnesium to Lower Your Blood Pressure
If your blood pressure isn’t where you want it to be, upping your intake of the mineral can help. Experts share how much and what kinds of magnesium to take.
By Emily Laurence Sardinha

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How to Wash Your Hat (Without Ruining It)
Because there’s nothing worse than getting forehead acne from a sweat-stained ball cap.
By Coleman Molnar

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The Actual Benefits of Intermittent Fasting, According to Experts
Intermittent fasting is not a weight-loss diet. According to nutritionists, it’s so much more than that.
By Dean Stattmann

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This Is How Much Fiber You Should Be Getting Every Day
You’re probably not getting enough fiber in your diet. Dietitians explain the ideal amounts, how to get it, and why it matters.
By Dean Stattmann

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10 Expert Habits From Arthur C. Brooks to Live Life With Purpose
The renowned academic, author, and student of happiness encourages everyone to rise before the sun, ditch the afternoon java, and be ready to shake things up at any time.
By Matthew Roberson

3 Deep-Breathing Exercises for Lowering Blood Pressure, According to Experts
A variety of breathing techniques have been shown to improve blood pressure. Practitioners walk us through which to try and how to practice them.
How to Use Magnesium to Lower Your Blood Pressure
If your blood pressure isn’t where you want it to be, upping your intake of the mineral can help. Experts share how much and what kinds of magnesium to take.
10 Ways to Lower Your Blood Pressure, According to Experts
Cardiologists and a dietician share the best lifestyle changes to keep your blood pressure in check and give your heart a helping hand.
How to Live with Ulcerative Colitis And Still Have a Sex Life
Experts share tips for how those with inflammatory bowel diseases like UC can practice anal sex safely.
What Is LDL Cholesterol and How Do You Lower It?
You might have high LDL cholesterol and not even know it. We spoke to experts about how to monitor this health stat so you can live a healthier, longer life.
Seattle Storm Guard Lexie Brown on How to Live With a Chronic Condition
The WNBA guard has spent the last three years learning how to live with Crohn’s disease. Now, she’s sharing what actually helps her live with the condition.
What Is the Nordic Diet and Should You Try It?
Experts offer an honest assessment of the diet trend, which mimics the nutritional intake of vikings.
Sauna vs. Steam Room: Which Is Better for You?
Which locker-room hot box has the best health benefits? We asked experts to settle the heated rivalry.

Even Superman Has a Baby Mullet Now
On-set photos of the upcoming Superman film Man of Tomorrow tease an epic battle and a choice hairstyle for the Kryptonian.

How to Get Rid of Forehead Wrinkles
Turn that frown upside down. Or, at the very least, soften it up a little.

Jay-Z's Afro Required 6 Days of Work
Breaking his years-long hiatus from the stage, Hov ditched his signature freeform locs for a combed-out afro.

8 Barbershop Rules That Will Help You Get a Better Haircut
Experts share the barbershop dos and don’ts that will help you leave with exactly the look you want.

My Run-In With a Former Pickup Artist
The writer Brittany Deitch was in a park one night when disciples of Owen Cook—once known as “Tyler Durden,” one of the more notorious of the 2010s pickup artists—tried to chat her up using his kinder, gentler new techniques. When he ignored her requests for an interview, she tracked him down in another city—and found out what he’s really up to on the streets.

What Exactly Do These Men Have Against Introspection?
Prominent men like Marc Andreessen and Dana White are saying self-awareness is a waste of time. Research and history beg to differ.

The Best Sex Toys for Men, According to Experts
Oh yes, it can get better.

7 Expert Habits to Make You a Better Dad, According to New Fatherhood Author Kevin Maguire
The dad of two and parenting coach says learning to say sorry and sit with your feelings will pay dividends as you raise your children.

The Real-Life Diet of Kane Brown, Who Built an Exercise Barn at His House
The country singer got in the best shape of his life by taking up boxing, getting sober, and talking to an NFL quarterback about avoiding injuries.

The Real-Life Diet of Chace Crawford, Who Would Rather Touch His Toes Than Have Massive Muscles
Being an actor for as long as Crawford has also teaches you when the perfect time is for morning coffee, how to handle winter shoots in Toronto, and which energy drink makes you feel a little bit high.

The Real-Life Diet of Lewis Tan From Mortal Kombat II, Who Used to Jump Off Buildings at School Talent Shows
The action star is training all types of martial arts off-screen too, in between eating elk and fending off people trying to steal his watch.

The Real-Life Diet of Josh Hart, Who Drinks 400 to 500 Milligrams of Caffeine Before a Game
The New York Knicks’ sparkplug is listening to his body, which is telling him to strengthen his tendons, slam explosive pregame energy drinks, and wash down a tough loss with a glass of wine.

Wellness
Pilates for Runners: How the Workout Can Help You Train for a Marathon
Trading weighted squats in for a Pilates mat can upgrade your running technique and minimize injury. Experts walk us through exactly how to do it.
By Olivia Vaile

Wellness
What Is It About Spencer Pratt and Crystals?
The former reality TV villain and current Los Angeles mayoral candidate is really, really into big, sparkly rocks. And also: wishful thinking.
By Jackie Snow
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Nicholas Galitzine Knows How to Wear a Suit When You’re Yoked
The Masters of the Universe star ditched the loincloth for red-carpet power suits.
By Tyler Chin

Wellness
Elliptical vs. Treadmill: Which Is Better?
Should you step or glide your way through your next workout? Experts share which form of cardio is best for you and your fitness goals.
By Dean Stattmann

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What Every Guy Needs to Know About Statins
These cholesterol-reducing drugs are some of the most popular medications globally.
By Graham Isador

Wellness
5 Ways Turmeric Can Benefit Your Health, From Easing Pain to Reducing Inflammation
Dietitians and herbalists share how the herb can help joint paint and inflammation, and how much you should take to make a difference.
By Emily Laurence Sardinha

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Our Bodies Need Vitamin D—Here's What Happens When We Don't Get Enough
Plus, the best ways to supplement your body if you find out you're deficient.
By Natalie Arroyo Camacho

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I Was Diagnosed With Male Breast Cancer at 34
It wasn't how writer Kenneth Todd Nelson expected his life to go. But dealing with a breast cancer diagnosis shifted his perspective on what's possible.
By Kenneth Todd Nelson

Wellness
Does Magnesium Spray Actually Help Ease Stress and Improve Sleep?
Magnesium sprays advertise benefits like better shut-eye and stress management. Experts share which of those claims are backed by research.
By Emily Laurence Sardinha

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8 Healthy Dopamine-Boosting Foods, According to Experts
Food plays an important part in maintaining healthy dopamine levels. Here’s what to eat—and avoid—to support your brain’s dopamine production.
By Olivia Vaile

Wellness
This Is Exactly How Much Vitamin D3 You Should Be Taking Every Day
If you spend the bulk of your time indoors, you should probably add this supplement to your stack. Experts share exactly how much you should consume per day.
By Emily Laurence Sardinha

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Magnesium vs. Melatonin: Which Is Better for Sleep?
In the quest for a good night’s sleep which supplement reigns supreme? Sleep doctors weigh in on how magnesium and melatonin match up.
By Michele Ross

Wellness
31 Ways to Get Your Life Together
Bummed out about the climate crisis? Back hurts like hell? Haven’t slept a full night in weeks? We don’t have all the answers—but do have few manageable suggestions for ways to take control and keep things on the rails.
By Chris Cohen and Emily Laurence Sardinha

Wellness
These 10 Foods Are High in Potassium—and Might Just Lower Your Blood Pressure
Potassium plays a crucial role in our diet. We spoke to experts about the best ways to get more of it.
By Emily Laurence Sardinha

Wellness
The 5 Best Glute Exercises for a Strong Butt
Experts share the best routine to strengthen—and enhance—your butt, including a twist on a classic that one trainer calls “the ultimate glute exercise.”
By Dean Stattmann

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8 High-Protein Breakfasts You Can Make While You’re Still Half Asleep
These expert-approved high-protein morning meals will help you get maximum gains with minimum effort.
By Emily Laurence Sardinha

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6 Expert Habits to Help You Build Something Big, According to Whoop CEO Will Ahmed
The 35-year-old founder has built a business valued at $10 billion by slowing his pace, embracing transcendental meditation, and welcoming healthy disagreement.
By Nick Remsen

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What’s Better: Heavy Weights or High Reps?
Either way, for success, you will need to approach failure.
By Ashwin Rodrigues

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How to Get a Bigger Chest and Improve Your Posture While Doing It
From push-ups to the bench press, our expert shares the easiest ways to build your chest muscles and benefit the rest of your body in the process.
By Tom Ward

Wellness
Why the Full-Body Workout Reigns Supreme
Training everything all at once is good for functional fitness and longevity. Here are five expert-approved exercises to keep your body and mind fully engaged.
By Tom Ward and David Taylor
