Dean Stattmann
Dean Stattmann is a writer for GQ, where he covers health, fitness, and wellness. An award-winning magazine editor and writer with over a decade covering men's lifestyle, Dean has profiled A-listers like Hugh Jackman and Jamie Foxx, reported from behind the scenes at the Tour de France, and skateboarded with Tony Hawk. Originally from Cape Town, South Africa, Dean currently lives in New York City by way of Zurich, Florence, and London.
Grooming
The Best Beard Styles of 2026, According to Barbers
Pros share the seven styles you need to know—and how to pull them off.
Wellness
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.
Wellness
The Best Workouts for Back Pain
Experts share the exact muscles you should work and exercises you should do to reduce (and prevent) common back pain and injuries.
Shopping
The Hoka Speedgoat 7 Is Better Than Ever Before
A cushy midsole and flashy new design bring the cult classic back to its roots in style.
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Wellness
This 10-Second Stretch Brings Instant Stress Relief
A recent study found that a common upper-body stretch can quickly lower blood pressure. We spoke to an expert about how you can make the most of it.
Wellness
How Much You Need to Walk to Lose Weight, According to Experts
Yes, walking can help your meet your fitness goals. A sports medicine physician shares a step-by-step guide to burning fat without breaking into a jog.
Wellness
Why Fitness Bros Are Buzzing About the New Weight-Loss Peptide Retatrutide
“It’s definitely the most effective means ever created through science to reduce the storage of fat,” one expert told GQ.
Shopping
The Best Body Hair Trimmers Let You Manscape With Ease
From back hair to chest hair to below the belt, you want the right machine for the job.
Wellness
How to Actually Build Muscle When You Work Out
A comprehensive guide to max out your gains and fill out your shirtsleeves, according to exercise experts.
Wellness
How to Get Lean
Looking to tone up your physique for next year? Here’s the healthy, expert-approved way to do it—once and for all
Wellness
The Best Upper-Body Workout to Get Jacked
According to experts, it takes just four exercises to absolutely rip your top half to shreds—so you can start building muscle.
Wellness
The Longevity Bros Are Fighting
The internet’s most popular purveyors of podcasts and peptides—including Peter Attia, Bryan Johnson, and Dave Asprey—are having it out with one another.
Wellness
The 4 Best Core Workouts to Hit Your Abs From Every Angle
According to experts, it takes just four core workouts to absolutely rip your top half to shreds, so you can get stronger.
Wellness
4 Easy Shoulder Exercises to Get Chiseled
Want to max out the muscle growth of your shoulders? These exercises will work the anterior, medial and posterior portions of your deltoids.
Wellness
Should You Do Cardio Before or After Lifting Weights? Here’s the Definitive Answer
Does cardio make it harder to reach a personal weight lifting record? Does lifting weights compromise your mile time? We asked experts to weight in.
Wellness
What’s Best for Longevity: Working Out or Not Drinking?
If you had to focus your energy on exercising or quitting drinking, which would do more for your health in the long-run? Longevity experts weigh in.
Wellness
Should You Be Taking ‘Clear’ Protein?
Clear protein is a lighter, more refreshing alternative to rich and creamy protein shakes. But does it deliver the same results? Experts weigh in.
Wellness
Are Cold Plunges Better for Your Body or Mind?
We spoke with experts about the pros and cons of integrating cold plunges into your post-workout routine.
Wellness
What’s Soft Cardio? Experts Explain Everyone’s Latest Fitness Obsession
Is soft cardio the missing piece of your workout routine? We spoke to a sports medicine physician and a pro trainer to find out.
Wellness
Infrared vs. Traditional Sauna: Which Is Actually Better for You?
A thermoregulation physiologist, cardiologist, and dermatologist settle the debate over a hot topic.
Grooming
The 7 Best Short Haircuts For Men in 2026
Soft mullet, burst fade, bowl cut—and other words to repeat to your barber this year. These are the go-to short haircuts of 2026.
Wellness
How to Dress for Winter Workouts, According to Experts
Outdoor winter exercise is no joke. Fitness specialists explain what to wear—and how to wear it—when training out in the cold.
Grooming
The Best Men’s Hair Trends of 2026
Manageable mullets are in. Men’s hair experts highlight the top hair trends you need to know about for the year ahead.
Wellness
How to Exercise Outside When It’s Freezing Cold
Extreme weather is no match for your 2026 fitness resolutions. Experts share the best ways to approach winter workouts—from warm-ups to mindset.