Men’s Health: Built For Life
Men’s Health: Built For Life, hosted by Ben Shephard and Men’s Health Fitness Director Andrew Tracey, is a podcast aimed at men who want to improve their fitness, health, and overall life. It offers practical science, actionable advice, and inspiring stories from guests to help listeners take control of their well-being.
Episodes
Nike Coach Courtney Fearon: Why You Should Start Sprinting Again After 30
Nike Global Coach Courtney Fearon joins Men’s Health Fitness Director Andrew Tracey to make the case for putting speed back into your training. From cardiovascular fitness and maintaining muscle to coordination and the sheer enjoyment of moving fast, Courtney explains why sprinting deserves a place in your week — and how to start building it back in, even if you haven’t run flat out since school.
Tom Hiddleston on His Hollywood Fitness Heroes: ‘I’ve Always Wanted to Be That Kind of Actor’
For Tom Hiddleston, running is part of the creative process, a way to clear his head and a reminder of what it feels like to be alive. In this special crossover episode of Men’s Health Built For Life and Runner’s World, he joins Andrew Tracey and Ben Hobson to talk strength, stamina and the joy of movement.
From his six-week challenge to bulk up for a Thor audition to the physical demands of play
What Men Don’t Ever Hear About Grief With Pete Cohen
In this episode of Men’s Health’s Built for Life, Ben and Andrew are joined by speaker, author and performance coach Pete Cohen for a personal conversation about grief, connection and finding meaning after loss.
With more than 30 years’ experience working with everyone from Olympic champions to business leaders, and 12 years as GMTV’s resident life coach, Pete has spent his career helping people
Oli Patrick: Are Your Recovery Methods Actually Helping or Just Adding More Stress?
When most of us think about recovery, we picture ice baths, saunas, supplements and sleep trackers. But some of the things we do to recover place another stress on the body – and when we’re already running on empty, doing more might be the last thing we need.
In part three of our three-part performance series, in association with Samsung, MH Fitness Director Andrew Tracey is joined by physiologis
The UK’s Fittest Man on the Biggest Hybrid Training Mistake - Harry Lightfoot and Mike Allen
When most of us think about improving our performance, we assume that means training harder and doing more. But hard sessions aren’t necessarily productive sessions – and when it comes to hybrid training simply smashing two different, programmes together could leave you smashing your body to bits.
In part two of our three-part performance series, in association with Samsung, MH Fitness Director
The Performance-Nutrition Mistakes Holding Back Your Training — with Ollie Marchon and Liam Holmes
When most of us hear the word ‘diet’, we think weight loss. But eating to lose fat and eating to perform at your best aren’t necessarily the same thing.
In part one of our three-part performance series, in association with Samsung, MH Fitness Director Andrew Tracey is joined by Ollie Marchon and performance nutritionist Liam Holmes to explore what it really means to fuel your training.
They dis
What Raising Two Non-Speaking Autistic Sons Taught Me About Fatherhood – And Could Teach You
James Hunt is the father of two autistic, non-speaking sons, Jude and Tommy, the man behind Stories About Autism and the author of Love Needs No Words.
In this episode of the Men’s Health Built For Life podcast, James joins Andrew Tracey and Ben Shephard for an honest conversation about autism, fatherhood and learning to communicate beyond spoken language.
He shares the fear and grief that follo
Gladiators’ Giant Jamie Bigg: ‘Kids Are Being Offered Steroids at 16’
On this episode of the Men’s Health Built for Life podcast, Men’s Health Fitness Director Andrew Tracey sits down with former firefighter, IFBB professional bodybuilder and Gladiators star Jamie Bigg – better known as Giant.
Jamie opens up about leaving bodybuilding, the injury that ended with his biceps tendon snapping and why he believes he was dropped from Gladiators.
The conversation then tu
Burnout Expert: How to Perform at Your Best Without Burning Out
In this episode of the Men’s Health Built for Life podcast, Andrew Tracey is joined by researcher, speaker, author and leadership expert Nick Petrie, whose work has taken him inside organisations including Google and NASA to study resilience, burnout and sustainable high performance.
Nick explains why the behaviours that make you successful early in your career – working harder, saying yes to eve
Ian Machado Garry on Becoming a Dangerous Man – Without Losing Yourself
On this episode of the Built for Life podcast, UFC welterweight title contender Ian Machado Garry joins Andrew Tracey ahead of the biggest fight of his career at UFC 330 to talk about what it takes to believe you can become the best fighter on the planet – and why, ultimately, fighting isn't the most important thing in his life.
Ian talks about growing up in Dublin, discovering boxing and martial
Dr Mike Israetel: Why Most Men Are Getting Muscle Growth Completely Wrong
In this episode of the Men’s Health Built for Life podcast, Andrew Tracey sits down with exercise scientist, bodybuilder and one of the internet’s most recognisable fitness experts, Dr Mike Israetel, to cut through the noise surrounding training, nutrition and body composition.
Dr Mike explains why most men spend far too much time searching for the perfect exercise, diet or scientific ‘hack’ – an
Josh Fletcher: The Truth About Anxiety That Wellness Influencers Won’t Tell You
Anxiety has never been more talked about – but has it ever been more misunderstood?
This week on the Men's Health Built for Life podcast, we sit down with psychotherapist and bestselling author Joshua Fletcher (better known to many as Anxiety Josh) to separate everyday worry from disordered anxiety, unpack why so many of us get trapped in cycles of panic, rumination and reassurance-seeking, and e
Kori Sampson: Why More Runners Need to Train Like Bodybuilders
Men’s Health Fitness Director Andrew Tracey sits down with coach, endurance athlete and content creator Kori Sampson to discuss the journey from bodybuilding and partying to sobriety, marathon running and 100-mile challenges.
Kori explains how he balances high-volume endurance training with building and maintaining muscle, why protein still matters for runners, how he fuels long races and what mo
Oli Patrick: Why You’re Still Tired – Even When Your Health Data Says You’re Fine
In this episode of the Men’s Health Built for Life podcast, Ben Shephard and Andrew Tracey are joined by physiologist and human-performance expert Oli Patrick to explore what really drives our energy – and why so many of us feel permanently exhausted.
Oli explains why sleep trackers and health data can sometimes create more anxiety than clarity, why we’re too quick to chase supplements and biohac
Paddy Pimblett On Losing, Coming Back And Fighting Under McGregor
Paddy Pimblett is back on the Men’s Health Built for Life podcast.
After suffering the first real loss of his UFC career, Paddy sits down with Andrew Tracey to talk about coming back, growing up, fatherhood, fighting for something bigger than yourself, and why he knows he’ll return ‘bigger and better and stronger’.
He also breaks down the brutal reality of UFC weight cutting, from 1,850-calorie
How to Stop Starting Over With Your Fitness
Lawrence Price – former professional rugby player, coach, personal trainer and co-host of The Secret Life of Dads podcast – joins Ben Shephard and Andrew Tracey on the Built For Life podcast.
In this episode, Lawrence talks about the viral success of his Pints and Ponytails events, why dads across the world have connected with the idea, and how a simple hair-braiding session in a pub became pa
They Told Him He Was Too Old. Then He Won Paralympic Gold
Paralympic gold medallist, marathon world record holder and disability inclusion advocate Richard Whitehead MBE joins Ben Shephard and Andrew Tracey on the Built For Life podcast.
Born with a double through-knee congenital amputation, Richard has spent his life refusing to be limited by other people’s expectations. In this episode, he talks about being told he was ‘too old’ to make it as a sprint
The Menopause Guide Men Didn’t Know They Needed
Most men think menopause is about hot flushes and periods stopping. Award-winning health writer and bestselling author Joe Warner thought much the same – until a health scare involving his partner forced him to learn more.
In this episode of Built For Life, Joe explains why menopause isn’t just a women’s issue, how it can put huge strain on relationships, and why so many men are completely unprepa
Jet Li: 'Train Your Mind Like You Train Your Body'
Jet Li is one of the greatest martial arts stars of all time – a former wushu champion, global action icon and star of films including Lethal Weapon 4, Romeo Must Die and The Expendables. But in this conversation, he opens up about the fight that changed him most: the one with his own mind.
Speaking to Men’s Health, Jet Li reflects on fame, fear, success, Buddhism, meditation and the near-deat
Inside Sport’s Doping Arms Race
In this episode of Men’s Health: Built For Life, Andrew Tracey and Ben Shephard are joined by sports science writer James Witts, author of Dope: How Drugs Change Sport, for a deep dive into the murky world of performance-enhancing drugs.
From caffeine, creatine and tramadol to steroids, peptides, GLP-1 drugs, gene doping and the controversial Enhanced Games, James explains why the line between ‘c
Why Looking Ripped Stopped Mattering to Colman Domingo
Fresh from his Men’s Health cover shoot, this week on Men’s Health: Built For Life, we sit down with Emmy-winning actor, director and playwright Colman Doming to talk confidence, ageing, movement and what it really means to take care of yourself.
Colman opens up on the mindset shift that changed his relationship with fitness in his 50s – moving from chasing aesthetics to prioritising health, mobil
Eddie Hearn: ‘I Feel Better Now Than I Did In My 30s’
Eddie Hearn is back on Men’s Health: Built For Life – and this time, he’s talking about the training, nutrition and mindset shifts helping him feel better in his 40s than he did in his 30s.
Speaking to Men’s Health Fitness Director Andrew Tracey, the boxing promoter opens up on why movement has become a daily non-negotiable, how he’s learned to train smarter rather than simply smash himself in th
How Richard Gadd Gained 40kg For Half Man
On this episode of the Built For Life podcast, Richard Gadd joins Andrew Tracey to break down the reality behind his extreme body transformation for Half Man.
After dropping to 68kg for Baby Reindeer, Gadd pushed his body to over 100kg, training six days a week, eating relentlessly and even dehydrating himself for scenes. But despite the scale of the change, he admits he ‘never felt as big as I w
The Ex-Marine Who Walked 12,000 Miles To Save His Life
This week on the Built For Life podcast Ben Shephard and Andrew Tracey are joined by Paul 'The Warrior Walker' Harris, who explains how something as simple as walking became the foundation for rebuilding his life.
After a mental health crisis left him lost and struggling, the former Royal Marine set out to walk the UK coastline with no plan and just £300. He didn’t just finish it – he did it twi
Why The Fat Comes Back After Weight-Loss Jabs
On this week's Men’s Health: Built For Life podcast Ben Shephard and Andrew Tracey sit down on the with GP, broadcaster and author Dr Jack Mosley to unpack two of the most talked-about ideas in modern nutrition: ‘food noise’ and fat-loss jabs.
Why do some people constantly think about food, while others barely give it a second thought? Is it really a willpower issue – or something deeper?
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How Ben Shephard is Training For The Marathon at 51
Your Men's Health: Built For Life Hosts – Ben Shephard and Andrew Tracey – sit down to unpack Ben’s road back to the marathon at 51 – after being told post–back surgery he’d never go the distance again. They dig into the reality of ‘minimum effective dose’ training, how to rebuild around injury, and what actually moves the needle when time (and your body) isn’t on your side.
AT also breaks down h
James Norton on Marathon Training with Type 1 Diabetes
Actor James Norton joins Men’s Health and Runner’s World for a special crossover episode.
Ahead of his first London Marathon, Norton breaks down what training actually looks like when you’re not a “natural runner” - and what changes when you’re managing Type 1 diabetes.
From carb strategy and glucose monitoring to injuries, data overload and mental fatigue, this is a candid look at the reality of
He Ran a Marathon From the Top of a Volcano
Ben Shephard and Andrew Tracey are joined by former Royal Marines Commando and expedition leader Aldo Kane to break down what ‘mental toughness’ actually means – and why most people have it completely wrong. From operating in war zones to leading teams into the world’s most hostile environments, Aldo explains why toughness isn’t about ice baths or suffering for the sake of it, but the ability to k
Military Cross Recipient on Masculinity, Vulnerability and Real Toughness
Former British Army soldier and Military Cross recipient Brian Wood joins Ben Shephard and Andrew Tracey to talk about masculinity, vulnerability and what real toughness actually looks like – starting with the war crimes allegations that turned his life upside down.
After being accused of serious offences following his actions in Iraq – claims he always denied and was ultimately cleared of – Bria
PB Your 5K By Fixing Your Breathing
Breathing coach David ‘Jacko’ Jackson joins Andrew Tracey and Ben Shephard to explain why most of us are breathing wrong – and how fixing it could transform your running, recovery and overall performance.
From cutting down your 5K time to reducing stress and improving sleep, Jacko breaks down the simple changes that can make hard efforts feel easier.
We dive into breathing rate, CO₂ tolerance, n
At 52, Paddy McGuinness Changed His Body – This Is How
Comedian, broadcaster and newly minted Men’s Health cover star Paddy McGuinness joins Ben Shephard and Andrew Tracey to talk discipline, routines and what he learned from taking on the 75 Hard challenge in his fifties.
After years of dipping in and out of training, Paddy explains why the simple structure of the challenge finally made things click – and how focusing on the basics helped him build
Jake Humphrey: ‘80% of High Performers Aren’t Happy’
Broadcaster, author and High Performance co-host Jake Humphrey joins Ben Shephard and Andrew Tracey to talk success, happiness and what he’s learned from interviewing some of the world’s top performers.
Drawing on hundreds of conversations with elite athletes, CEOs and coaches, Jake explains why many high achievers aren’t actually happy – and why redefining success might be the key to building a b
Is the Kit You Run in Really Important?
Ben Hobson and Rick Pearson of Runner’s World join Ben Shephard and Men’s Health Fitness Director Andrew Tracey to discuss the meteoric surge of interest in running over the last few years.
Covering a lot of ground, the guys explore whether the right kit is necessary to hit your running goals, the truth about nutrition and supplementation, the importance of strength training for performance and
Roger Gracie on How to Strength Train for BJJ
Brazillian jiu-jitsu legend Roger Gracie joins Ben Shephard and Andrew Tracey to talk legacy, longevity and why BJJ might be the most complete training system on the planet.
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We break down how the 10-time world champion built his game, why technique always beats brute strength, and the three lifts he believes every BJJ athlete should prioritise. Roger explains why you don’t need to ‘get fit’ bef
Tom Aikens Ripped Michelin Starred Chef: Forget Meal Prep, Do This InsteadDefault
Michelin-starred chef Tom Aikens joins Ben Shephard and Andrew Tracey to talk discipline, endurance and why most blokes are overcomplicating their nutrition.
We break down how years of 14-hour kitchen shifts and knee surgery pushed him towards daily mobility work, ultramarathons and a ruthlessly consistent routine. Tom opens up about desert racing in brutal heat, fuelling without gels, and the m
The Gym Is Non-Negotiable for My Mental Health - Here's How I Train
Former England football turned Men's Health cover superstar, Rio Ferdinand, joins Andrew Tracey to talk through how his approach to training, health and performance has changed since retiring from football.
We break down what stopped working once the weekly match mileage disappeared, why longevity now matters more than ego, and how his training has shifted towards staying strong, mobile and pain
Spencer Matthews: World Record Triathlon on 7 Continents
Spencer Matthews joins Ben Shephard and Andrew Tracey fresh off one of the most extreme endurance challenges ever attempted — completing seven Iron-distance triathlons on seven continents in 21 days.
We break down what that actually involved, from the brutal logistics and relentless travel to the moments where the project nearly fell apart. Spencer opens up about the Antarctic swim that haunted h
Hybrid. Hyrox. Bodybuilding. How Should You Be Training in 2026?
Ben Shephard and Men’s Health Fitness Director Andrew Tracey cut through the noise around training in 2026. We get into hybrid training vs HYROX, why bodybuilding is having a comeback, what actually builds muscle, how hard you really need to train, and why most people are overthinking it.
From strength and cardio to time-efficient training and long-term health, this is a no-nonsense look at how
Paddy Pimblett: Every Morning I was Waking up Crying – People Thought I Was Tough
Paddy Pimblett joins Ben Shephard and Andrew Tracey ahead of his interim title bout with Justin Gaethje at UFC 324.
We get into what’s going through his head pre-fight, lying awake thinking about finishes, cutting weight without losing your mind, why most gyms are sh*te, why he avoids 'that stupid HYROX stuff', and how many calories he can eat post-fight without blinking.
Paddy also opens up a
The Men's Health Built For Life Podcast with Ben Shephard and Andrew Tracey
Men’s Health: Built For Life — with hosts Ben Shephard and Men’s Health Fitness Director Andrew Tracey — is the podcast for men looking to take control of their fitness, health and life.
Sharing practical science, actionable, real-world advice and incredible stories from inspiring guests, we can’t promise that listening to this podcast will change your life… but it will give you everything you n
Chandler Smith & The Decision That Shook the CrossFit World
What does it take to push your body to the limit and still walk away when your values are tested?
In this unfiltered conversation, elite CrossFit athlete and U.S. Army officer Chandler Smith opens up about the sacrifices behind his Games career, the discipline forged in military life, and why he made the bold choice to step back from competition in 2025.
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How David Gandy Got in His Best Shape at 45
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Noah Ohlsen: Why CrossFit Games Athletes Can’t Hang with The Top Hyrox Guys
CrossFit Games veteran Noah Ohlsen dives into the future of CrossFit, why even the best athletes can’t keep up with the top Hyrox competitors, and how hybrid training and Ironman racing have reshaped his approach to fitness. He also shares insights on the new World Fitness Project, lessons from over a decade at the CrossFit Games, and what’s next as he prepares for fatherhood.
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How And Why Rich Froning Still Trains Like a Champion at 38
He was the Fittest Man on Earth. Now? He’s training for life.
In this raw and honest sit-down, CrossFit Games champion Rich Froning opens up about what it takes to age strong, stay competitive into your late 30s and raise a family while keeping a fire lit under your training. We cover how his workouts have evolved, the movements he’ll never drop, why he still pushes himself, and what he'd do if a
From Expelled Teen to World’s Strongest Man: The Eddie Hall Story
“If you lined up all 70 million people in the UK... I’d pick you as the most likely to have a heart attack right now.”
Eddie Hall, former World’s Strongest Man, record-breaking deadlifter, boxer, MMA fighter, and father, sits down with Men's Health to reveal the full story behind the strength.
We talk mental health, steroids, addiction, carnivore diets, gym therapy, 12,000-calorie days, and what
Why Training Outdoors Changes More Than Your Body | Men's Health UK
From flipping tractor tyres to coaching elite athletes, Tom Kemp's journey is a masterclass in functional strength. Founder of Farm Fitness, Tom walks us through how a childhood on a working farm forged a new training philosophy - one built for performance, not aesthetics.
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Ben Shephard: I’m Stronger at 50 Than I Was at 38
Ben Shephard returns to the Men’s Health cover 13 years after his first shoot – this time at 50 – to find out if he can still match the physique he built at 38. What began as a personal “Fit at 50” challenge quickly became a deeper journey into strength, resilience and consistency.
Shephard shares how his training has evolved into a hybrid of calisthenics, cardio and functional strength – with a
Psychotherapist Owen O'Kane: Why we're addicted to anxiety
Owen O’Kane, psychotherapist and bestselling author of Ten to Zen and Addicted to Anxiety, joins the Men’s Health podcast to deliver a powerful, myth-busting conversation about modern mental health – especially for men.
He explains why high-functioning anxiety often hides in plain sight, how we can become unknowingly addicted to worry, and why therapy shouldn’t always feel comfortable. Drawing fr
Chris Eubank Jr on the Fight of His Life: 'If I Lose to Conor Benn, I Retire' -
Chris Eubank Jr. speaks passionately about legacy, discipline, and his personal feud with Conor Benn. He’s driven by the need to uphold the Eubank name and refuses to let the Benn name overtake it - admitting it would “kill him” if it did.
He describes his transformation into a focused, different man when preparing for war (a fight), and outlines the intense lifestyle of a clean fighter: weekly d
Jake Dearden: Becoming a World-class Hyrox Athlete
Men's Health sat down with world-record holder, Hyrox champion and newly minted Men's Health cover start, Jake Dearden, for a podcast and Q&A filmed live at FIIT studios in London. Jake opened up about his first foray into Hyrox, and how he's subsequently sought out advice from some of the best coaches and athletes in the world, from multiple disciplines, to help him in his quest to become the fas
Joshua Patterson: I Ran 76 Marathons - But This Nearly Broke Me
Men’s Health sat down with Joshua Patterson – endurance athlete, mental health advocate and record-breaking fundraiser – whose extraordinary feats include running 76 marathons in 76 days. We spoke about the devastating injury to his closest friend that inspired his first challenge, the transformative power of service, and how pushing his physical limits has become a way to find healing, purpose an
Billy Monger: The Incredible Story of a Double Amputee & Record-breaking Ironman
Men's Health sat down with Billy Monger – race car driver, television presenter and now record-breaking Ironman, becoming the fastest double-amputee in history to complete the iconic event at the world championships in Kona, Hawaii. We discussed Billy's accident, how he processed and overcame the hurdles he faced, and how focussing on pushing himself in order to help others helped him to find fulf
Dr Alex Explains Why You Should Give Up Alcohol For Good
Men's Health sat down with Dr Alex George to discuss the importance of mental fitness, why we need to rethink the way we approach mental health, and the persistent stigma surrounding men opening up about their struggles. Dr Alex shares his personal experiences, insights on resilience, and how small daily habits can build long-term mental strength. His new book The Mind Manual is available now.
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The Iron Cowboy James Lawrence on Finding Your Passion to Break Through Barriers
Men's Health sat down with legendary endurance athlete, speaker and author James 'The Iron Cowboy' Lawrence to discuss performing beyond the limits of your mind, finding motivation through tapping into your 'bag of whys', the importance of community and finding passion and purpose through sport and movement.
Lawrence's new book 'Iron Hope: Lessons Learned from Conquering the Impossible' is availa
Huel Co-founder James Collier on the Dangers of Over-simplifying Nutrition
Men’s Health sat down with registered nutritionist, author and co-founder of Huel, James Collier. We discussed the complexity of the world of nutrition, why we should all think more deeply about the foods we’re eating, where they’re coming from, and the impact they have both on our bodies, and the planet, and why he thinks the term ‘ultra-processed foods’ has caused confusion for the public.
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Ben Carpenter on How to Finally Stick to Your Diet
Men's Health sat down with seasoned trainer and viral content creator Ben Carpenter to discuss why so many people struggle to stick to their fat loss diets, where people go wrong in their training journey, and how eating more might actually be the greatest fat loss habit you're not trying.
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Kilian Jornet on Performance, Summiting Everest Twice in Six Days, and Running for the Love of It
Men's Health sat down with one of the most renowned endurance athletes of all time, Kilian Jornet, to talk about goal-setting, mountain running, performance and nutrition, and the time he summited Everest twice, back-to-back, without oxygen, a radio, or ropes.
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Tommy Fury on Injury, Losing His Identity, Internet Hate and Spiralling into Drinking
Men's Health sat down with Tommy Fury to talk about his identity as a boxer, losing his sense of purpose after injury, alcohol, fatherhood, the hate he receives online, and how he wants to be remembered.
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Luke Evans on Henry Cavill's Rig, Training, Masculinity in Hollywood and Performing His Own Stunts
Men's Health sat down with actor and singer Luke Evans to talk about his unique perspective on masculinity, his thoughts on being regularly cast as a straight leading man in Hollywood, the rigours of stunt work, and how being cast alongside Henry Cavill motivated him to start hitting the gym harder. Luke's book 'Boy From the Valleys' is available now.
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Fergus Crawley on What It REALLY Means to Be a Hybrid Athlete
Men's Health sat down with Fergus Crawley, coach, content creator, co-founder of Omnia Performance and leading figure in the hybrid athlete movement. Fergus laid out terms, properly defining what a 'hybrid athlete' really is, as well as what it isn't, addressing the criticisms and hype along the way. We spoke about his history in powerlifting, the impressive hybrid feats he's performed since enter
Will Ahmed CEO of WHOOP on Wearable Tech Being the Future of Health Services
Men's Health sat down with Will Ahmed, the founder and CEO of health and fitness wearable teach brand WHOOP. Will explains how a passion for performance and a curiosity around measuring recovery led him to develop the first generation of WHOOP bands, why the minimalist, display-free design is so integral to the brand, how AI is influencing fitness wearables, and a future he sees- with WHOOP's metr
J.K. Simmons: On Being in The Best Shape of His Life at 69
Men's Health sat down with the 69-year-old Oscar-winner who has embodied some iconic characters, ahead of his latest turn starring alongside Dwayne Johnson as a jacked Santa Claus in 'Red One'. J.K. reflects on his various weight loss (and gain) journeys across the course of his career, how his physicality helps to support his roles and screen presence, and how a healthy lifestyle contributes to s
Tom Hopper: The Umbrella Academy Star Shares Two Decades of Fitness and Nutrition Advice
Men's Health sat down with star of Netflix's Umbrella Academy, Tom Hopper, to discuss how he built his impressive physique. Tom reflects on the days he had to work out in secret during drama school, details his journey to bulking up for his most demanding action roles, and shares the key ingredients to his success – both in the gym and the kitchen. He also reveals the various methods he's experime
Para-Athletes Emmanuel Oyinbo-Coker and Curtis McGrath: The Paralympics, Prosthetics and Finding Freedom Through Sport
MH sat down with para-athletes Emmanuel Oyinbo-Coker and Curtis McGrath in Paris as part of BUPA’s ‘Picture of Health’ campaign. We discussed their backgrounds and entry into parasport, the possibility of running the Paralympics and Olympics concurrently to boost visibility, the need for oversight to support developing nations with prosthetic technologies, and their advice for young, aspiring para
Nile Wilson: The Lack of Support for Young Olympians, Mental Health Struggles and Redefining His Relationship With Movement
Olympic medallist, five-times Commonwealth Games champion and YouTuber Nile Wilson sits down with Men's Health to discuss how his mental health suffered dramatically both during his career as a gymnast and into his retirement. He speaks on the lack of support for young athletes coping with success (or failure), the tools he implemented to help him get back on track and improve his mental well-bein
Steve Aoki: DJ and Grammy nominated producer Steve Aoki Discusses How He Keeps on Top of His Physical and Mental Health Whilst Partying Around The World
Acclaimed international DJ and Grammy nominated producer Steve Aoki sits down with Men's Health to discuss how keeps on top of his physical and mental health whilst travelling the world, with a schedule that could see him partying in up to 5 countries in 40 hours. Steve discusses his fascination with brain waves, his eye-watering supplement regime, his focus on longevity and energy levels, and why
Jason Fox: Former Special Forces Operator and Adventurer Wants You To Embrace The Chaos
Special forces veteran, adventurer and television star Jason Fox is back in the studio with Men's Health to discuss the revolutionary new framework for personal development that he lays out in his latest book 'Embrace The Chaos'. We cover how the book came to be, the four categories or 'suits' that Foxy believes you can divide periods of your life into, the 52 tactics you need for tackling these p
Thom Evans: Cover Model Shape For 12 Years?
On this Men’s Health Squad conversation we are joined by former Scottish international rugby player and multiple Men’s Health cover model Thom Evans.
We sat down with Thom immediately after his most recent shoot and discussed, amongst other things, the fact that his innings as a cover model has spanned the decades, with Thom reflecting on how his training has changed over the years, and what keeps
Sam Thompson: Training for Health and Confidence, ADHD, and the Importance of Male Friendships
Welcome to this Men’s Health conversation with television personality, radio presenter and 2023 'I’m a Celebrity Get Me Out of Here' winner- Sam Thompson. We sat down with Sam directly after recording his Men's Health ‘How I Build My Body’ video, live at Farm Fitness, Essex. We discussed Sam’s training journey, how he’s shifted his focus from simply training for looks, to training to be healthy an
George Heaton: The Fashion House Co-Founder Who's Making Fitness His Mission
Co-founder of international fashion brand Represent, and April cover model, George Heaton talks to Men's Health about his mission to share his passion for fitness, and he means business.
Heaton shares how his love for fitness began, how training and movement help him to unleash his creativity, and how he endeavours to ensure that everyone involved in his brand has the opportunity and support to f
Head Strong: Ray Winstone
Welcome to 'Head Strong'
Hosted by John ‘Fenners’ Fendley, each episode explores a spectrum of emotions and experiences, including grief, depression, anger, imposter syndrome, fatherhood and the grave issue of suicide.
In our first episode, we’re talking to Hollywood actor and star of Guy Ritchie’s new series The Gentlemen, Ray Winstone.
The East Londoner, who also appears in fantasy film Damse
Jake Dearden: Hyrox Master Trainer Shares How You Can Run Your Faster Race Ever
Jake is a Hyrox master trainer and world record holder, so you won’t be surprised to learn that the central theme of our chat today was… Hyrox. We covered absolutely everything Hyrox related: from what Hyrox is, why it’s become so hugely popular, how you can optimise your training for Hyrox, what to do (and what not to do on race day), how to hydrate and fuel your body for training and racing, and
Dr. Judson Brewer: Why We Eat When We're Not Hungry (And How To Stop)
Dr. Jud is a neuroscientist, psychiatrist, researcher and author, as well as an internationally known expert in the field of addiction.
He joined us to talk about the topics of his new book The Hunger Habit: Why We Eat When We're Not Hungry and How to Stop.
We covered a huge amount of ground here, all circling the theme of why dieting can feel so hard, why willpower alone isn’t enough, if it does
Jason Fox: Former Special Forces Operator, Author, Presenter and Adventurer
Adventurer, former UK Special Forces soldier, and star of the TV show “SAS: Who Dares Wins” Jason Fox.
We sat down with Foxy freshly off the back of his Men’s Health cover shoot to talk about his training history, what he learned from his time in the special forces, his thoughts on the idea of cultivating a ‘military mindset’, and his struggles with poor mental health and the subsequent lessons h
Simon Mundie: Finding Success Without Losing Yourself
In this conversation we're joined by presenter, author and sports reporter for BBC Radio for the best part of a decade, Simon Mundie.
Simon came on to talk the themes of his new book ‘Champion Thinking- How To Find Success Without Losing Yourself’,
Drawing on interviews and anecdotes from sporting legends such as Jonny Wilkinson and Roger Federer, along with psychologists, philosophers and world-
Professor David Nutt: Neuropsychopharmacologist and Former Government Advisor
Professor Nutt joins us to discuss the history of alcohol as a pro-social lubricant, its effects, whether or not there are viable alternatives, and the best strategies for the average social drinker to cut back.
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Eddie Hearn: The World's Biggest Sports Promoter Turned Cover Model
Are your forties the decade to ditch the dream of a cover model physique? Eddie Hearn doesn't think so. Here's how he went from punishment runs and yo-yo dieting to the best physical (and mental) shape of his life, over the course of 10 weeks.
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Ollie Marchon: Coach, Businessman, Father, Cover Model
Athlete. Entrepreneur. All-round nice guy. Ollie Marchon is one of the best-respected coaches in the fitness industry. We sat down with our September cover model to talk the rise of competitive fitness, business, nutrition and parenthood.
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Brent Fikowski: 8 x Crossfit Games Athlete
We covered a tonne of ground in this conversation, with Brent looking back at his personal history in Crossfit, as well as the evolution of the sport itself.
Brent is a huge advocate for the establishment and cultivation of more professional standards in crossfit, to this end he- alongside other competitors and coaches- has founded the Professional Fitness Athlete’s Association, where they seek to
Shane Orr: Coaching, Parenting, and Forging Elite Fitness with One of the World's Greatest Crossfit Coaches
We sat down with renowned CrossFit trainer, operator of the PRVN fitness online platform, and coach (as well as husband and co-parent) to 6 x Crossfit games champion Tia-claire Toomey.
We sat down with Shane, who has recently become a father, to discuss training, performance and the impact that fatherhood can, but doesn’t necessarily need to have on your fitness.
Shane offered up some pearls of wi
