Men's Fitness UK

Men's Fitness is for men who want to get more out of their lives and celebrates an upbeat, optimistic, pro-active lifestyle. Men's Fitness recognizes that mental and emotional fitness is vital to balanced living and aims to offer active and aspirational men - entertainment, information and inspiration.

When a Yorkshireman finds a source of pure spring water, he doesn't bottle it. He builds a brewery on it.

EDITOR’S LETTER

Mens Fitness

MUSCLE MAINTENANCE

HOW TO GET HELP FOR DEPRESSION

LIFT FOR LIFE • Researchers have linked regular weight training in old age to a lower risk of premature death – by as much as 47%

“We were in a place nobody had ever been before. It was a true wilderness”

CROC CATCHER • As Wild Croc Territory makes a splash on Netflix, reptile wrangler Matt Wright explains what it takes to wrestle with prehistoric beasts for a living

PICTURE PREVIEW

WHAT MAKES A GOOD GYM SHOE? • A good gym shoe needs to provide enough stability and support, while delivering targeted performance benefits

BEST GYM SHOES • From strong-and-stable lifters to light-and-fast treadmill runners, these trainers will see you through any workout…

WORTH A TRI • Over the page you’ll meet the inspirational Sam Holness, who’s on a mission to become the first ever openly autistic professional triathlete. But you don’t need to go pro to enjoy all that this multi-discipline sport has to offer. Tempted to dip your toes? Here are some quick tips before you get started…

“I HOPE THAT MY STORY HELPS INSPIRE OTHERS FROM NEURODIVERSE BACKGROUNDS TO TRY ENDURANCE SPORTS” • MF meets Ironman World Championship finisher Sam Holness, who reveals his dream of becoming the first openly autistic professional triathlete…

OFF-PISTE ADVENTURES • Keen to attract more winter visitors, Alpine ski resorts are offering many more sports in addition to traditional skiing and snowboarding. Dominic Bliss heads to Les Arcs and La Plagne, in the French region of Savoie, to try zip lining, moon biking, bob rafting and – most hair-raising of all – speed riding

PRIDE OF PLACE • PT Mark Hughes has channelled personal experiences as a gay man into creating a fitness community with a social purpose. Not only is he encouraging the LGBT+ community to get fit, he has also developed a unique business ethos the wider fitness world could benefit from

MENTAL FITNESS

MENTAL HEALTH BLUEPRINT • From moderating social media use to changing the way you work, the following expert-led advice will help you protect and understand your mental health better

Be BRAVE • If anxiety is halting your ambition, performance psychologist Dr Josephine Perry explains how the BRAVE process can help you silence any harmful inner voice and achieve your goals

SHIFTING SANDS • The cure for obesity could be hidden on the beach…

“THIS IS REAL COOKING FOR REAL PEOPLE WITH REAL LIVES” • Northumberland cook Chris Baber’s hearty but healthy dishes have made him a social media hit among anyone craving nutritious, no-nonsense dishes. He tells MF how his north-east roots and love of gym training shape his athlete-friendly recipes

GET YOUR FILL • Most people are aware they need a certain amount of fibre in their diets. But the reasons why? They can be a little less clear. So here’s everything you need to know about this essential macronutrient

UPWARDLY MOBILE • Mobility and recovery app ROMWOD – astaple in the industry since 2015 – has rebranded to pliability. Here’s what to expect

BACK STRONGER • The majority of back exercises require a pulling motion, which is why cables and barbells tend to be the back-building tools of choice. However, if all you have is a set of dumbbells, this is how to use them

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