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HOW TO: BOOST YOUR IMMUNE SYSTEM 101 Dr. Dan Giordano, PT, DPT, CSCS . Scientists around the world are working on antivirals and vaccines to help fight our current pandemic, COVID-19. As they work on these advancements in medicine, we (as a community) need to work on our own immune system via holistic approaches. Positive…

How to Do a Plank (and Why It’s So Good for You) The seemingly simple move works a whole lot of muscle groups. By  Locke Hughes Medically Reviewed by Samuel Mackenzie, MD, PhD Last Updated: February 11, 2020 Planks boost core endurance, meaning they’ll help you keep those muscles engaged for longer.Olena Pozdnyakova/Shutterstock Whether your workout of…

‘Prehab’ Is the New Fitness Staple That Can Help Prevent Injuries It’s all about being proactive, not reactive. By Amy Marturana Winderl, C.P.T. Katie Thompson If you’ve ever gotten injured and had to either get surgery or go to physical therapy, you’re familiar with the concept of rehab. Sometimes there’s just no other choice after you hurt…

  The Move That’s Better for Your Shoulders Than Overhead Barbell Presses By Bojana Galic Updated March 3, 2020 If we’re being honest, the shoulders are the glutes of the upper body. But if you want capped delts and some poppin’ guns, you need to prioritize the safest and most advantageous exercises. Spoiler alert: Barbell shoulder presses aren’t on…

HOW DOES KINESIOLOGY TAPE WORK? PHYSICAL THERAPISTS EXPLAIN WHY IT’S AN ATHLETE FAVORITE  Share  Tweet  Pin It BY: KELLS MCPHILLIPS  PIN IT Graphics: Well+Good Creative While training for the New York City marathon last year, I spent miles and miles silently praying to the recovery gods: Please, oh please, bless me with a Band-Aid capable of patching up…

From Teen WolfCourtesy of MGM Television and MTV Why Dousing Yourself in Cold Water Could Make You Fitter and Happier  Cold showers and ice baths have been linked to reduced inflammation and better moods. BY EMILY ABBATE February 20, 2020 Will Ahmed, CEO of next-level fitness tracker Whoop, is in the business of leveling up his life. And…

MH Advisory Board These experts can provide guidance on just about everything you’d ever want to know about your health. BY THE EDITORS OF MEN’S HEALTH JAN 28, 2019 . The Men’s Health Advisory Board is comprised of 13 of the world’s leading experts in fitness, nutrition, weight loss, sex and relationships, and more. Widely recognized…

Can’t Straighten Your Arms Over Your Head? Here’s What Your Body Is Trying to Tell You By Bojana Galic Updated February 13, 2020 Fact Checked Do you feel a twinge in your shoulders when you’re brushing your hair? Maybe your back overarches when you try to grab a book from a high shelf? The task may seem simple but…

Why Triceps Pushdowns Are Better for Your Arms Than Triceps Dips By Bojana GalicUpdated February 11, 2020 Fact Checked What do fresh cut grass, ice cream sandwiches and your triceps have in common? They’re all underrated. Often overshadowed by their biceps neighbor, your triceps deserve a place in your upper-body strength-training routine. Triceps dips can be risky…

Fitness The Best Workout Shoes for Every Kind of Workout We asked ten experts to recommend the perfect pair for your next workout. BY EMILY ABBATE February 5, 2020 Photo Collage by Gabe Conte All products featured on GQ are independently selected by our editors. However, when you buy something through our retail links, we may…

The Strength-Training Hack That Will Dramatically Improve Your Lifts By Bojana GalicUpdated January 17, 2020 Fact Checked Ever notice how much more difficult it is to perform a biceps curl or squat at a slower, more controlled pace? It may be easier to just swing a weight up, but it means you’re missing out on a lot of the…

How to Assemble Your Own Personal Wellness A-Team Want to get healthy and feel good? Don’t be afraid to enlist a little professional help. BY EMILY ABBATE January 16, 2020 Photo Illustration by Alicia Tatone Every star athlete has a team of pros that help them stay at the top of their game. Take Russell Wilson. At…