Men's Fitness UK

It might not feel it at the moment, but summer – assuming you’re reading this around the end of February – is a mere four months away. But before you stock up on dubious-sounding fat-burners or hit the ‘intermittent fasting’ panic button, let this is

Regular sex is good for your heart, according to new research in the Archives of Sexual Behavior. Most men typically burn around 100 calories during sex, with heart rates climbing to around 170 beats per minute at the more vigorous end. These heart-b

Regular meditation can improve your gut health, according to new research in the journal General Psychiatry. A team of researchers found that meditating Tibetan monks have a much healthier gut microbiome – the friendly microbes in your gut which brea

Could be added to your lifespan if you’re married, according to the journal Population Health. Studies suggest married men tend to eat healthier, are less likely to drink or smoke, and less likely to suffer from inflammation and stress (some married

If you want to lose weight, reducing your overall calorie intake is a much more effective strategy than intermittent fasting, according to new research in the Journal of the American Heart Association (although fasting does tend to lead, inevitably,

As we spring towards warmer weather and brighter days, it’s a good time to dig out your trail shoes and start venturing off the beaten track. According to new research from McMaster University in Canada, orienteering – a winning blend of physical end

Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in men, with one in eight men being diagnosed in their lifetime. 1 It usually progresses very slowly; men can sometimes live for decades without noticing any symptoms. Prostate cancer starts in the walnut-siz

For Charles Tyrwhitt, Marcus Smith was an obvious choice to represent the brand’s philosophy and showcase its latest collection. Smith has proven himself to be a rising star, generating the kind of buzz that surrounds exceptional players destined to

Some sportsmen burst onto the scene, one big game catapulting them into the limelight; others have always seemed destined for the top. Marcus Smith, the 24-year-old Harlequins and England Rugby fly-half, sits firmly among the latter. After a stellar

£280 / saucony.com The latest carbon-plated so-called ‘super shoe’, the Saucony Endorphin Elite is designed to compete with the fastest marathon racers on the market – such as the Nike Alphafly 2, the Adidas Adios Pro 3 and the Adidas Prime X Strung.

By simultaneously training for the three most popular cardiovascular pursuits – swimming, running and cycling – dipping your toe into the world of triathlon will test your physical and mental strength in entirely new ways. To succeed, though, you wil

In April 1961, Yuri Alekseyevich Gagarin became the first human to venture into outer space. While his orbit lasted a mere two hours, his endeavour showed that it was possible to leave Earth’s atmosphere and return safely. Gagarin walked so Armstrong

In this time-strapped age, it’s understandable to want to get the most bang for your buck from your training – to make every minute count. Which explains the continued, immense popularity of high-intensity interval training (HIIT) and its claims of n

Acclimatising to be able to run – or just survive at extreme altitude – is a bit like going to the gym. The theory is straightforward: stimulate the body, be patient and the results will come. Start to feel too simple? Add more weight or, in this cas

Swapping flour for porridge oats kick-starts your day and will go some way to helping you avoid the dreaded midmorning slump. INGREDIENTS (serves 1): - 3 egg whites - 40g oats - ½ tsp baking powde r - 30g caster sugar - 1 tbsp Greek yogurt - 1 tsp ho

Intermittent fasting has undermined breakfast’s position as the most important meal of the day, and if fat loss is your primary goal, then eating one less meal may well work for you. However, for maximum muscle-building results, starting the day righ

Just six minutes of high-intensity exercise J can enhance cognitive function, according to new research in The Journal of Physiology. The study found that a short but intense six-minute bike session enhances the production of a protein called ‘braind

“Hip mobility is important for sport performance and everyday life,” says personal trainer and running coach Omar Mansour. “Many of us live sedentary lives, which can impact hip mobility by shortening the hip flexors and weakening surrounding muscles

If this issue has failed to lift your spirits, try forcing yourself into a fake smile. New research by Stanford University, Florida State University and the University of South Australia found that consciously forming your facial muscles into a smile