Men's Fitness (UK)

2 days ago | mensfitness.co.uk | Dominic Bliss

PIC CREDIT: Kay ZiebaLondon’s firefighters regularly face gruelling ordeals like this. But before joining the service they must undertake various tests: as well as a medical exam, an eye test, an interview and written tests, they must pass a fitness test with seven separate challenges. (See box for details.) While these challenges aren’t extraordinarily taxing, they are designed to root out anyone without the basic skills required for the job.

1 week ago | mensfitness.co.uk | Kieran Alger

Despite some issues with fit, the New Balance SuperComp Trail is an off-road racing shoe with dependable high-speed performance. ProsLight and punchy rideGood durabiityCopes well with road-to-trail transitionsConsShort and narrow fitLacks some stabilityOne of the most important things for a runner is finding the best running shoes for the running you do. The New Balance SuperComp Trail (aka the SC Trail) is a carbon plate-packing trail shoe built for off-road speed.

1 week ago | mensfitness.co.uk | Kieran Alger

It may not be the most nimble or responsive trainer, but the Outroad 2 combines a stable platform, deep cushioning and decent grip for those slower training miles that take you off the beaten track. ProsRoomy toe boxWide platform to run offPlush uppersConsNot very agileQuite firm under footAltra is known for its wider fit, zero-drop design, which is ideal if you’re hunting for one of the best running shoes with a roomier fit, that’s designed to transition from road to trail.

1 week ago | mensfitness.co.uk | Rob Kemp

As a winner of five Champions League and three La Liga titles with Real Madrid Gareth Bale isn’t just one of the most successful players of his generation, he’s also widely regarded as one of the greatest Welsh players of all time. Having retired from the professional game in 2023 Bale has maintained his match-fit physique thanks to a dedicated post-career training routine and a tee-total approach to alcohol.

1 week ago | mensfitness.co.uk | Laurence McJannet

The Cielo X1 has a winning combination of light weight, responsiveness and a smooth rolling turnover, with enough cushioning to make anything from fast 5km to marathon distances possible. ProsLightweight and fastComfortable and well-cushionedSmooth rolling at high speedConsBulky compared to other carbon racersLaces not the most secureHoka’s minimalist Cielo X1 carbon race shoe is one of our best running shoes and is paired back for a lightweight, responsive ride.