Mark Hay
Mark Hay is a Brooklyn-based reporter who writes frequently about health, medicine, and sex for publications like Men’s Health, Men’s Journal, VICE, Aeon, Slate, and more.
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To Sleep Better This Man Confronted His Sleep Demon
One man’s nightmare experience with disordered sleeping—and the magical thinking that just might fix it.

Why CrossFit Is Going After Your Grandpa
An inside look at the hardcore fitness brand's audacious pivot to senior citizens.


Close the Pleasure Gap and Save Your Sex Life
So you gave her an orgasm. But did she actually enjoy having sex with you?


Here's How Porn Stars Want You to Talk to Them Online
We got input from more than 30 major adult performers.

What it's Like to Get a Penis Transplant
While doctors have been reattaching penises for decades, transplants are relatively new.

How Butt Play Went Mainstream
Everyone does the finger in the butt move now, but not that long ago, it was strictly taboo.

Why Do I Get These Weird, Long Dark Hairs on My Body?
They're called rogue hairs, and thankfully, they're nothing to freak out about.

These New High-Tech Gadgets Want to Help You Stop Snoring
Here's how to tell if they might be right for you.

What You Should Know Before Buying a Sleep Tracker
A growing number of experts warn against using sleep trackers to get a better night's rest.