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5 home workouts perfect for small spaces in 2025

Jan 10, 2025 | mensfitness.co.uk | David Castle

Struggling for ideas on how to exercise at home? Here are five great exercises for space-limited individualsEvery January, we see Google search demand increase for terms relating to working out in smaller spaces. Whether it’s avoiding the January gym crowds or saving yourself from having to brace the cold temperatures, it’s clear that many of us want to get our body moving at this time of year – but lots of us would prefer to stay inside while doing it.
First look at illegal boxing epic A Thousand Blows

Jan 8, 2025 | mensfitness.co.uk | David Castle

The stars of Disney’s epic new series set in the perilous world of illegal boxing in 1880s Victorian London spent weeks getting into shape to play their roles. A beefed up Stephen Graham and ripped Malachi Kirby worked tirelessly with personal trainers to portray their characters in the new series from the mind of Steven Knight, acclaimed creator of the global hit series, Peaky Blinders.
The top 10 foods to eat when taking GLP-1 medications

Jan 2, 2025 | mensfitness.co.uk | David Castle

If you’re suffering from diabetes, or have sought medical treatment for obesity, chances are you’ll already know what GLP-1 agonists are. Drugs like semaglutide and tirzepatide are innovative medications used to manage both type 2 diabetes and obesity.
Everything you need to know about Dry January 2025

Dec 31, 2024 | mensfitness.co.uk | David Castle

If you’re planning to celebrate on New Year’s Eve with a glass of Champagne, you might be waking up on January 1st with a sore head. But if you’re planning a change to your relationship with alcohol or just looking for something different short-term, you might want to kick off 2025 with Dry January instead. The sobriety challenge has been growing in popularity every year with its very simple goal: give up alcohol for the first 31 days of the year.
5 great stretches for runners in marathon training

Dec 22, 2024 | mensfitness.co.uk | David Castle

This mobility routine from recovery app pliability focuses on the quads, hamstrings, hip flexors, adductors, and calves to improve flexibility, strength, and overall mobility. By targeting these areas, it alleviates strain and enhances the range of motion in the hips and legs, which is beneficial for anyone who runs or plays sport regularly.
Lifting the lid on REDs and weight loss

Dec 21, 2024 | mensfitness.co.uk | David Castle

As you’re reading this, the chances are you understand the importance of keeping physically fit. You might even take it one step further and measure your performance at regular intervals. But whether you thrive on competition with yourself or others, competitiveness – continually striving for progress – isn’t always a positive influence.
What it takes to conquer a Desert Ultra - tips from the best

Dec 18, 2024 | mensfitness.co.uk | David Castle

The extreme heat, harsh terrain, and mental challenges make desert ultramarathon races among the toughest endurance events in the world. The Desert Ultra in Namibia, this November part of Beyond the Ultimate’s Global Race Series, brought 40 competitors face-to-face with gruelling conditions. Leading the field from the UK were Harry Edmonds, 24, from Guildford running his first desert ultra and Jon Shield, 41, from Shropshire, aiming for his fifth BTU race win.
Zwift is your ticket to making indoor cycling more fun and affordable than ever!

Dec 17, 2024 | mensfitness.co.uk | David Castle

Your heart is pumping; your lungs are burning; your legs are hurting – but, remarkably, the climb up arguably the most famous Tour de France mountain stage, is unfurling from the comfort of your own living room. This is Zwift, the indoor cycling app that amazingly makes cycling fun. No more boring hours on the turbo trainer – instead cycle into an immersive world, challenge yourself on epic climbs and ride on endless roads, all from the comfort of your front room.
Jake Williamson and his Hyrox journey of inclusivity

Dec 6, 2024 | mensfitness.co.uk | David Castle

Jake Williamson was pursuing a career as a promising footballer when Covid put paid to planned trials in Chicago. “I think everything happens for a reason,” says the now 26-year-old. The pandemic gave him space away from the laddish culture of the changing rooms, where homophobia, racism and close-to-the-bone jokes were brushed off as banter. He also met his partner, Paul. “It made me realise, ‘Maybe I am gay,’” he tells MF.
We tested the Pininfarina Sintesi Hybrid Watch

Dec 4, 2024 | mensfitness.co.uk | David Castle

When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. : out of 5 This is a stunning smartwatch blending Italian design and smart technology.