Men's Fitness (UK)

5 days ago | mensfitness.co.uk | Rob Kemp

Across the board there are growing numbers of runners signing up to events in their fifties, sixties, seventies and eighties. Taking up running in your fifties and beyond doesn’t necessarily mean you’re playing catch-up in the health stakes either. Studies show that competitive athletes in their sixties, seventies and eighties and even nineties tend to have more and healthier muscle mass, stronger hearts and much less body fat than non-athletes of the same age.

1 week ago | mensfitness.co.uk | Basil Kronfli

Despite missing a few tricks, the OnePlus Watch 2 solves the age-old issue of poor WearOS battery life. With its stylish design and tracking smarts it’ll make an all-day fitness-focused wearable too.

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

With a unique collapsible heel, which allows you to instantly transition from locked-in performance to slip-on recovery mode, this versatile shoe is a capable all-rounder. Fit could be better though. ProsGreat versatilityUnique collapsible heelConsUnique fit feels a bit fussyFoot hold lacks a little securityLike a mullet version of the best gym shoes, the Under Armour SlipSpeed is business in the front, party in the back.

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

The near-seamless design and multi-panel waistband make these a seriously comfy pair of shorts even over long endurance sessions. If you put serious traing hours in, you want to be in these. ProsMildly compressiveBonded anti-chafe seamsExcellent durabilityIf you’re looking for next-level, locked-in fit for longer workouts, stepping up to a pair of baselayer-style shorts with more leg coverage – and some mild compression – is a great option.

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

Best suited to dynamic HIIT workouts and mixed-drill gym classes, this shoe is a versatile all-rounder offering a comfortable fit alongside a durable and grippy sole. ProsGreat versatilityResponsive enough for short runsComfortable hugging fitConsLacks stability for heavier liftsNo protection for rope climbsLike the Swiss army knife of the best gym shoes, Under Armour says the Flow Dynamic combines the bounce and cushioning of a running shoe with the support and grip of a weightlifting shoe.