Men's Fitness UK

If you’re serious about getting stronger, leaner, bigger, faster – or improving any other fitness metric – you need to benchmark your progress. By setting clear, measurable objectives, you create a roadmap that keeps you focused. Tracking your progress allows you to witness firsthand how far you’ve come, fuelling both motivation and determination. It also reveals strengths to build upon and highlights weaknesses to conquer. Armed with these insights, you can tailor your training to optimise results. To help you do just that, this issue we’ve got a series of brutal but highly effective workouts designed to test a different facet of your fitness: from aerobic capacity, to strength endurance, and all-out power. Tackle the sessions on separate weeks, so you’re as fresh as possible, and use the performance insights…

A new study from HSBC shows that golf is the world’s most unpredictable sport. Over the past two decades, the findings show that predicting the winner of a major golf championship is more difficult than in any other individual sport, with the average world ranking of golf champions falling at 18 – lower than any other sport analysed. Major tennis tournament winners had an average ranking of 10. The Open was found to be the most unpredictable of the four men’s majors. Over the last 20 years, the oldest golf tournament in the world saw winning scores ranging from an impressive -20 in 2022 to a tough +3 in 2008. And an analysis of the performance of top 25 finishers demonstrates that at The Open players come away with an…

According to a YouGov survey conducted for BBC Radio 5 Live, 75% of British men admitted they have never or rarely danced. Embarrassment tops the list of reasons why, with many avoiding the dance floor to steer clear of becoming the centre of attention, being ridiculed, or judged. One theme from the survey is that many men simply think they’re terrible dancers. That’s despite recent research published in the Journal of Sports Medicine, which reveals that dancing isn’t just a good cardio workout. It also combats health issues linked to sedentary lifestyles, alleviates symptoms of mental health problems, and enhances cognitive abilities as we age. Fortunately, this narrative could be changing with the surge of mindful movement events happening nationwide. These events offer transformative experiences that help men tap into…

Aging is often cited as a key risk factor for knee osteoarthritis, but don’t let that fool you – this condition can strike athletes young and old alike. Whether it’s a past injury, an infection, being overweight, or even hereditary tendencies, there are numerous reasons why knee pain, swelling, and stiffness can crop up at any age. The good news? Exercise is your secret weapon. By strengthening the muscles around your joints, you can create a more stable foundation for your knees. But here’s the kicker: a study from the University of South Australia found that many people with osteoarthritis recognise the benefits of staying active yet still hold back. A staggering 69% believe that exercise might actually be dangerous. This disconnect isn’t just a mental hiccup – it reflects…

This everyday movement is not only easy on your joints but also offers numerous health benefits without requiring any special equipment or gym memberships. Whether you’re recovering from an injury, looking to enhance your mood, or aiming to live a longer, healthier life, walking could be the perfect addition to your fitness routine. 1. Effective rehab For injured weekend warriors, walking provides a great rehabilitation route, allowing for a phased return to full fitness. It’s a low-impact option that safely keeps you moving during recovery. 2. Active recovery Speaking of which, even on light training days walking keeps you progressing physically while promoting blood flow and reducing soreness. 3. Injury prevention Walking is a sensible way to gradually increase training mileage and duration without the risk of impact injuries that…

Level 1: Comfortable pace Intensity: 4/10 | Calorie burn: Approx. 90kcals per mile • Focus on maintaining good posture: lift through your core, relax your shoulders, and swing your arms in rhythm with each stride• Keep your arm movement from the shoulder (not the elbow) without crossing the centreline of your body• Take comfortable strides: plant your heel, raise your toes toward your shins, and roll smoothly from heel to toe Level 1: Brisk walking Intensity: 6/10 | Calorie burn: Approx. 120kcals per mile • Bend your elbows to 90 degrees to create a faster arm swing, which increases your stride frequency• Keep your arms close to your body, moving them in a forward backward motion rather than side-to-side• Keep your knees slightly bent for a smooth motion – avoid…