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Men’s Health: Built For Life

Men’s Health: Built For Life — with hosts Ben Shephard and Men’s Health Fitness Director Andrew Tracey — is the podcast for the 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 you that listening to this podcast will change your life… but it will give you everything you need to go away and do that yourself.

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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 navigate challenges and make changes in their lives. Losing his wife, Hannah, brought those questions into deeply personal territory.

Following Hannah’s death in 2023, Pete brought together personal footage to create Hannah’s Story — a documentary capturing her experience of living with brain cancer, their relationship and the life they shared. What began as an act of remembrance became a celebration of her life.

Reflecting on love, bereavement and the process of telling Hannah’s story, Pete offers a personal perspective for anyone navigating loss or trying to understand what someone close to them is going through. It’s a conversation that can help you feel less alone in grief, open up difficult conversations and reflect on what matters most in your own life — including the relationships we can too easily take for granted.



Men's Health UK: Built For Life Podcast

Hosted by Andrew Tracey and Ben Shephard.
Produced by Ruth Holroyd

Trusted guidance for men passionate about their health, fitness and mental wellbeing. With muscle-building advice, style hacks, nutrition tips and workouts to try, we’ve got all areas covered.

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What Men Don’t Ever Hear About Grief With Pete Cohen

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 physiologist and human-performance expert Oli Patrick to ask a surprisingly overlooked question: what actually is recovery?

They explore the difference between recovering from training and recovering from the demands of everyday life, why you can be under-recovered without being overtrained, and when an ice bath or sauna might help – or simply add to the load. Oli also explains what to look for in your energy, performance and health data, why sleep starts long before bedtime, and why sometimes the best recovery method is simply giving yourself time to rest.

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Guest:

Oli Patrick: instagram.com/_olipatrick
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Oli Patrick: Are Your Recovery Methods Actually Helping or Just Adding More Stress?

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 Andrew Tracey is joined by the UK’s fittest man, Harry Lightfoot, and his coach, AOD Fitness founder Mike Allen, to explore what it really means to train for performance.

They discuss the difference between exercising and training, why copying the routines of professional athletes rarely works and how to combine strength and endurance without burning out. They also explain the importance of finding your minimum effective dose, how to use data without letting it rule your decisions and why your hardest workouts might not be the ones that move your fitness forward.

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Harry Lightfoot: instagram.com/harrylightfoot_
Mike Allen/AOD Fitness: instagram.com/aod_fitness

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The UK’s Fittest Man on the Biggest Hybrid Training Mistake - Harry Lightfoot and Mike Allen

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 discuss the signs that you’re under-fuelled, why hard sessions aren’t necessarily productive sessions and how eating more could improve your performance, recovery and mood without sacrificing your physique. They also explain why you shouldn’t be afraid of carbohydrates, how to practise your race-day nutrition in training and the simple 30/90 rule for fuelling before and after every workout.

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Guests:

Ollie Marchon: instagram.com/olliemarchon

Liam Holmes: instagram.com/liam_nutritionist

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The Performance-Nutrition Mistakes Holding Back Your Training — with Ollie Marchon and Liam Holmes

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 followed his sons’ diagnoses, the heartbreaking decision to have the brothers live separately and the daily realities of raising children with high support needs. James also explains how celebrating the smaller ‘inch stones’ has transformed the way he sees parenthood – and recalls the extraordinary moment a message from his son appeared on his phone for the first time: “Hi Dad.”

It’s a moving conversation about resilience, connection and finding joy in a life that may look very different from the one you originally imagined.

Men's Health UK: Built For Life Podcast

Hosted by Fitness Director Andrew Tracey and Ben Shephard.
Produced by Ruth Holroyd

Trusted guidance for men passionate about their health, fitness and mental wellbeing. With muscle-building advice, style hacks, nutrition tips and workouts to try, we’ve got all areas covered.

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What Raising Two Non-Speaking Autistic Sons Taught Me About Fatherhood – And Could Teach You

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 turns to the growing number of teenage boys experimenting with steroids. After almost a decade of steroid use left him with a sperm count of zero, Jamie explains why young men need to understand the potential consequences, the warning signs parents should look for and the honest conversation every father should be prepared to have with his son.
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Gladiators’ Giant Jamie Bigg: ‘Kids Are Being Offered Steroids at 16’

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 everything and pushing through exhaustion – can eventually become the very things that hold you back. We discuss why simply taking time off often fails to solve burnout, how a small group of people manage to combine high performance with surprisingly low levels of stress, and why learning to ‘pulse’ between different modes of work and recovery may be one of the most important skills you can develop.

We also explore the idea of finding your ‘opposite world’, why scrolling on your phone isn’t really recovery, the dangers of building your entire identity around your career, and how to keep evolving your definition of success as your life changes.

Nick’s new book, Burn Bright, brings together the research, stories and practical habits he’s uncovered while studying people who have learned how to perform at a high level without burning themselves out.

This is a conversation about staying ambitious, working better and building a version of success you can actually sustain.

Men's Health UK: Built For Life Podcast

Hosted by Fitness Director Andrew Tracey and Ben Shephard.
Produced by Ruth Holroyd

Trusted guidance for men passionate about their health, fitness and mental wellbeing. With muscle-building advice, style hacks, nutrition tips and workouts to try, we’ve got all areas covered.

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Burnout Expert: How to Perform at Your Best Without Burning Out

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 arts, the influence of Conor McGregor and the mindset that's taken him from highly touted prospect to the brink of a UFC world title. We get into why he believes every man should understand his own physical capability, what it means to be ‘dangerous’ without being violent, and why discipline, fatherhood and being a good husband matter more to him than anything he can achieve inside the Octagon.

Along the way, Ian breaks down his surprisingly efficient approach to training, why longevity dictates what he does in the weights room, his move to a plant-based diet, the brutal reality of cutting weight and why he believes the practice needs to change. He also explains why he's turned down millions in gambling sponsorships – and lays out exactly what he intends to do when he steps into the Octagon for his title shot.

A conversation about ambition, discipline, family, morality and what it really means to become the best – without losing sight of the man you want to be outside the cage.

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Hosted by Fitness Director Andrew Tracey and Ben Shephard.
Produced by Ruth Holroyd

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Ian Machado Garry on Becoming a Dangerous Man – Without Losing Yourself

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’ – and not enough time consistently applying the fundamentals that actually drive results. They discuss genetics, progressive overload, training intensity, high-volume versus high-intensity workouts, the importance of tracking your lifts and why ‘optimal’ is irrelevant when you’re struggling to make it to the gym.

They also break down what a realistic muscle-building diet looks like, why protein solves a surprising number of nutrition problems and how to stay on track when work, travel and real life inevitably disrupt your plans.

Expect brutally honest advice, questionable analogies and a simple message that many of us still don’t want to hear: slow, consistent effort works – but you have to keep doing it.

Dr Mike’s new book, The Aesthetic Revolution, is out now – a science-backed guide to building a leaner, more muscular body and embracing the fact that there’s nothing wrong with wanting to look your best.

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Hosted by Fitness Director Andrew Tracey and Ben Shephard.
Produced by Ruth Holroyd

Trusted guidance for men passionate about their health, fitness and mental wellbeing. With muscle-building advice, style hacks, nutrition tips and workouts to try, we’ve got all areas covered.

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Dr Mike Israetel: Why Most Men Are Getting Muscle Growth Completely Wrong

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 explore why the modern obsession with optimisation might actually be making our mental health worse.

Josh explains why trying to 'fix' anxiety often reinforces it, why you are the coping technique—not your breathing exercise, ice bath or latest wellness hack—and how learning to tolerate discomfort is the key to rewiring your brain's threat response.

We also dive into intrusive thoughts, OCD, health anxiety, the hidden ways anxiety shows up in men, and why shame – not weakness – is often what stops us asking for help.

Whether you've struggled with anxiety yourself, know someone who has, or simply want to understand your own mind a little better, this is a practical, compassionate conversation about living well alongside uncertainty.

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Hosted by Fitness Director Andrew Tracey and Ben Shephard.
Produced by Ruth Holroyd

Trusted guidance for men passionate about their health, fitness and mental wellbeing. With muscle-building advice, style hacks, nutrition tips and workouts to try, we’ve got all areas covered.

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Josh Fletcher: The Truth About Anxiety That Wellness Influencers Won’t Tell You

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 most people get wrong when trying to lose fat while improving performance.

The pair also discuss the pressure to appear ‘balanced’, why moderation simply doesn’t work for everyone, and how discipline can sometimes offer more freedom than constantly negotiating with yourself.

Plus, Kori reveals the gym movements he keeps in year-round, why runners should train more like bodybuilders, and how his approach to training, food and recovery has evolved as the challenges have become bigger.

Men's Health UK: Built For Life Podcast

Hosted by Fitness Director Andrew Tracey and Ben Shephard.
Produced by Ruth Holroyd

Trusted guidance for men passionate about their health, fitness and mental wellbeing. With muscle-building advice, style hacks, nutrition tips and workouts to try, we’ve got all areas covered.

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Kori Sampson: Why More Runners Need to Train Like Bodybuilders

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 biohacks before fixing the basics, and why energy may be a more useful measure of wellbeing than any single biomarker.

The three discuss sleep, stress, nutrition, movement, recovery and the danger of ‘majoring in the minors’, before breaking down the foundational behaviours that can help us feel and perform better. 

Oli also reveals why you should go to bed with a ‘clean mental inbox’, why there is rarely one magic fix, and the simple lesson he would airdrop into everyone’s brain: be kind to yourself.
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Oli Patrick: Why You’re Still Tired – Even When Your Health Data Says You’re Fine

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 fight camp days to losing 15lb overnight, why he believes the cut can be ‘more dangerous than the fight’, and what really happens between the weigh-in and walking into the cage.

Plus, Paddy reveals the training he wishes he’d started years earlier, why lifting weights changed his career, the running mileage that helps him make weight, the problem with influencer boxing, why he thinks boxing is losing real fighters, and what it means to be fighting on the same card as Conor McGregor. 

And, yes, he explains why he’s absolutely not a HYROX guy.

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Paddy Pimblett On Losing, Coming Back And Fighting Under McGregor

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 part of a much bigger conversation around fatherhood, masculinity and showing up properly for your kids.

 

He also breaks down how busy parents can build a genuinely sustainable fitness-led lifestyle – without turning training into a second job. From the three pillars of steps, strength training and nutrition, to why so many men fall into all-or-nothing training cycles, Laurence explains how to stay consistent when life, work and parenthood get messy.

This is a conversation about fatherhood, fitness, mental health, modern masculinity, protein, patience, purpose and why training is about far more than just looking good with your top off.

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How to Stop Starting Over With Your Fitness

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 sprinter, switching from marathon running to the 200m for London 2012, breaking a blade on the way to qualification, and the gold medal race that became one of the defining moments of the Paralympic Games.

Richard also opens up on the marathon that changed his life, the worst blisters he’s ever had, the power of sport to break down barriers, why medals aren’t the real legacy, and how – at nearly 50 – he’s still getting faster and stronger.

This is a conversation about resilience, inclusion, identity, purpose and why, in Richard’s words, we’re all ‘better together’.

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They Told Him He Was Too Old. Then He Won Paralympic Gold

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 unprepared for what’s coming. We discuss communication, intimacy, midlife pressures, and the simple mistakes men make when they try to help.
Joe’s new book, Burning Up, Frozen Out: What Every Man Needs To Know About Menopause (But No One Told You), is available now.

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The Menopause Guide Men Didn’t Know They Needed

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-death experience during the 2004 tsunami that transformed his view of life. He explains why chasing more – more money, more recognition, more success – can become its own prison, and why true freedom comes from looking beyond the identity we spend our lives trying to protect.

 

This is a rare and deeply personal conversation with a martial arts legend on death, ego, training the mind, and what it really means to be healthy and happy.

 

Jet Li's new book 'Beyond Life and Death: The Way to True Freedom' is available now

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Jet Li: 'Train Your Mind Like You Train Your Body'

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 ‘clean’ and ‘cheating’ is far less clear than many of us think.

We get into the history of doping, how athletes beat drug tests, why recovery may be the real performance advantage, the rise of enhancement culture in gyms and on TikTok, and whether the future of sport could be faster, stronger – and much more pharmaceutical.

This is not just a conversation about elite athletes. It is a conversation about sport, health, risk, money, morality and how far we are willing to go in the pursuit of performance.

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Inside Sport’s Doping Arms Race

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, mobility, confidence and feeling good in his own skin.
We get into intermittent fasting, losing 20lbs, reconnecting with movement, morning walks, building routines that actually last and why kindness, spirituality and time in nature matter just as much as training.
Plus: why squats are his nemesis, the one movement he’d keep forever, the actor he’d most want to train with, and the simple daily habits helping him feel strong at 56.

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Why Looking Ripped Stopped Mattering to Colman Domingo

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 the gym, and why fuelling properly – yes, including carbs – has transformed the quality of his sessions.

Hearn also discusses ageing, fatherhood, weight, self-criticism, the long-term investment of fitness, his father Barry’s health journey, why road work still matters for fighters, life after boxing, and whether Dana White has ‘lost his mojo’.

For Eddie, the goal is simple: keep moving, keep chipping away, and arrive at 50 looking and feeling better than ever.

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Eddie Hearn: ‘I Feel Better Now Than I Did In My 30s’

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 wanted to be.’

They unpack the psychology of bulking, why progress is so hard to see even when it’s obvious to everyone else, and how quickly training can become addictive. The conversation also digs into the pressure of physique transformations and the link between exercise and mental health.

Alongside the physical side, Gadd talks about masculinity, identity and the thinking behind his new show Half Man – and why the most interesting stories are the ones that don’t give you a clean answer.

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How Richard Gadd Gained 40kg For Half Man

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 twice, covering over 20,000km.

A powerful conversation on mental health, resilience, and why more of us need to get out and walk.

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The Ex-Marine Who Walked 12,000 Miles To Save His Life

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?

They dive into the rise of GLP-1 weight-loss drugs like Tirzepatide, how they act like ‘noise-cancelling headphones’ for your appetite, and why for many people, the noise comes roaring back once they stop. The conversation explores the real benefits, the hidden downsides – including muscle loss and nutrient deficiencies – and what happens when you rely on appetite suppression without fixing the fundamentals.

They also get into the ‘wild west’ of online pharmacies and black-market peptides, the surprising impact these drugs can have on alcohol and addictive behaviours, and why strength training might be the most overlooked piece of the puzzle.

This is a nuanced, no-nonsense look at one of the biggest shifts in health and fat loss right now – separating hype from reality, and giving you practical takeaways you can actually use.

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Why The Fat Comes Back After Weight-Loss Jabs

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 his latest experiment: taking on the brutal 81km TransGranCanaria mountain ultra on just one run per week. What worked, what didn’t, and how a simple timekeeping error left him stranded at the top of a mountain, watching the race slip away.

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How Ben Shephard is Training For The Marathon at 51

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 preparing for 42.2km.
We also get into cold exposure, mindset, and why, for this race, finishing
matters more than hitting a time.
Plus, Norton explains how new diabetes tech is transforming endurance sport and why he’s running for a cause bigger than himself.

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James Norton on Marathon Training with Type 1 Diabetes

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 keep going when things get uncomfortable – physically, mentally and emotionally.

Along the way, we dig into the realities of extreme performance – including running a marathon from the summit of the world’s highest volcano – why gratitude might be the most powerful mental tool you’re not using, and the simple fitness standard every man should aim for: not being a burden. This is a masterclass in resilience, stripped of ego.

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He Ran a Marathon From the Top of a Volcano

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 – Brian opens up about the toll of years under investigation, the impact on his mental health, and the reality of fighting a very different kind of battle back home.

Drawing on his experiences in combat – and the aftermath that followed – Brian explains why strength isn’t about shutting down, but opening up. We discuss trauma, the pressure men put on themselves to ‘hold it together’, and why learning to talk might be one of the hardest – and most important – skills a man can develop.

We also get into leadership under fire, the role of movement and endurance in rebuilding resilience, and why ‘movement is medicine’ has become a cornerstone of Brian’s life beyond the military.

If you’ve ever questioned what it really means to be strong, this one will stay with you.

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Military Cross Recipient on Masculinity, Vulnerability and Real Toughness

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, nasal breathing, and why ‘just get fitter’ might be missing the point.


If you want to run better, recover faster and feel more in control under pressure, this one’s worth your time.

Breathe Smarter, Run Stronger: Breathwork to Transform Your Running is available on Amazon now

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PB Your 5K By Fixing Your Breathing

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 momentum. He shares how committing to daily movement, reading and consistency reshaped his approach to fitness, while also sharpening his mindset and bringing a new level of discipline to his day.

Along the way we get into why routines matter, how accountability can make or break a goal, and what it’s like preparing for a Men’s Health cover shoot. Paddy also reflects on learning new habits later in life, why it’s never too late to start taking your health seriously, and the surprising mental benefits that came from sticking to a simple plan.

If you’ve ever struggled to stay consistent with training – or wondered whether a structured challenge might be the push you need – this conversation is packed with relatable insights.

Want to try the plan that got Paddy McGuinness into the best shape of his life at 52? We’re sharing 14-days free access to try the Men’s Health guide to how best to do 75 Hard – sign up here: https://link.menshealth.co.uk/join/signup-mens-health-podcast-paddy

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At 52, Paddy McGuinness Changed His Body – This Is How

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 better life.
We also dive into hustle culture, the power of small daily habits, learning to say no, and why putting family first might be the ultimate high-performance strategy.
If you’ve ever questioned whether chasing more is really the answer, this one’s worth your time.

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Jake Humphrey: ‘80% of High Performers Aren’t Happy’

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 injury prevention, and the biggest mistakes runners make. 

From fuelling performance to acing recovery, you’ll come away with everything you need to make 2026 the year you (finally) smash your running goals.

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Is the Kit You Run in Really Important?

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’ before you start, how rolling builds resilience under pressure, and why jiu-jitsu forces you to rethink your sleep, nutrition and recovery if you want to keep progressing..
Along the way, we get into the 'Gracie Challenge', the very origin of the sport, the explosion of BJJ into the mainstream, whether strength really matters on the mat, and why Roger believes Olympic inclusion could fundamentally change – even damage – the art.

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If you’ve ever thought about starting jiu-jitsu, competing for the first time, or simply want a smarter way to build strength and mental toughness, this one’s essential viewing.

The book we talked about: https://fave.co/4bca82f

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Roger Gracie on How to Strength Train for BJJ

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 mindset required to stay lean and strong in a high-stress profession.

Along the way, we get into why traditional meal prep might be missing the point, how to make simple protein-and-carb meals actually taste good, and why performance in the kitchen – and in life – starts with looking after your body first. 

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Tom Aikens Ripped Michelin Starred Chef: Forget Meal Prep, Do This InsteadDefault

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-free. Rio opens up about balancing heavy lifting with functional movement, adapting nutrition for real life, and why consistency beats intensity when you’re juggling travel, work and family. Along the way, we get into fatherhood, mental sharpness, and what it really means to train for life – not just sport.

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The Gym Is Non-Negotiable for My Mental Health - Here's How I Train

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 him for months, the safety briefing that made him question whether they should even be doing it, and the moment fear almost stopped everything. Along the way, we get into decision-making under pressure, the difference between toughness and recklessness, and why doing hard things isn’t always about bravado — especially when you’ve got a family waiting at home.

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Spencer Matthews: World Record Triathlon on 7 Continents

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 to train smarter, get fitter, and build muscle without letting fitness take over your life in 2026

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Hybrid. Hyrox. Bodybuilding. How Should You Be Training in 2026?

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 about mental health, therapy, and why being tough isn’t what people think. 

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Paddy Pimblett: Every Morning I was Waking up Crying – People Thought I Was Tough

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 need to go away and do that yourself. 

Join us for new episodes, every Thursday. 

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The Men's Health Built For Life Podcast with Ben Shephard and Andrew Tracey

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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Chandler Smith & The Decision That Shook the CrossFit World

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How David Gandy Got in His Best Shape at 45

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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Noah Ohlsen: Why CrossFit Games Athletes Can’t Hang with The Top Hyrox Guys

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 asked to run CrossFit.
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How And Why Rich Froning Still Trains Like a Champion at 38

“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 it really takes to lift half a ton… and walk away from it all alive.

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From Expelled Teen to World’s Strongest Man: The Eddie Hall Story

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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Why Training Outdoors Changes More Than Your Body | Men's Health UK

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 focus on longevity, not just looks. He opens up about bouncing back from serious injury, navigating motivation dips, and learning to train smarter to stay in the game.

He talks candidly about the role fitness plays in managing stress, sustaining energy, and showing up better at work and home. Above all, he champions consistency as the key ingredient to long-term success, admitting that he’s still learning, still adapting, and still having fun.
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Ben Shephard: I’m Stronger at 50 Than I Was at 38

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 from decades of clinical experience – and his own upbringing during the Troubles in Northern Ireland – Owen shares insights on emotional repression, toxic resilience, and the cost of never slowing down.

He also opens up about working with palliative care patients, what men get wrong about strength, and how to build a better relationship with anxiety – one grounded in awareness, not avoidance.
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Psychotherapist Owen O'Kane: Why we're addicted to anxiety

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 drug tests, relentless training, strict nutrition, and monastic discipline. His training involves sparring, cardio, strength work, and a heavy emphasis on sleep and recovery.

Eubank opens up about his childhood as the son of Chris Eubank Sr., calling it an extraordinary but enjoyable experience. Though his father initially opposed his boxing ambitions, a conversation with Lennox Lewis helped change his father's mind.
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Chris Eubank Jr on the Fight of His Life:  'If I Lose to Conor Benn, I Retire' -

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 fastest man on Earth in the fitness racing phenomenon.
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Jake Dearden: Becoming a World-class Hyrox Athlete

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 and deeper connection – both with himself and others.
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Joshua Patterson: I Ran 76 Marathons - But This Nearly Broke Me

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 fulfilment and purpose.

Billy Monger: The Race is on for Comic Relief – Special one-hour Red Nose Day documentary takes viewers inside Billy’s bid to become the youngest ever double leg amputee to complete an IRONMAN World Championship in Kona, Hawaii to air on Wednesday 19 March, 9pm, BBC One and iPlayer. 
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Billy Monger:  The Incredible Story of a Double Amputee & Record-breaking Ironman

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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Dr Alex Explains Why You Should Give Up Alcohol For Good

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 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 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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Huel Co-founder James Collier on the Dangers of Over-simplifying Nutrition

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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Ben Carpenter on How to Finally Stick to Your Diet

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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Kilian Jornet on Performance, Summiting Everest Twice in Six Days, and Running for the Love of It

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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Tommy Fury on Injury, Losing His Identity, Internet Hate and Spiralling into Drinking

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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Luke Evans on Henry Cavill's Rig, Training, Masculinity in Hollywood and Performing His Own Stunts

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 entering that world, and what he thinks the future holds for fitness.
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Fergus Crawley on What It REALLY Means to Be a Hybrid Athlete

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 metrics at the forefront of health services, potentially saving lives.
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Will Ahmed CEO of WHOOP on Wearable Tech Being the Future of Health Services

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 so much more than just looking stacked on the big screen.

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J.K. Simmons: On Being in The Best Shape of His Life at 69

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 experimented with throughout nearly two decades of intense training
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Tom Hopper: The Umbrella Academy Star Shares Two Decades of Fitness and Nutrition Advice

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-athletes.
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Para-Athletes Emmanuel Oyinbo-Coker and Curtis McGrath: The Paralympics, Prosthetics and Finding Freedom Through Sport

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-being after his retirement, and the topics covered in his book The Lessons: How I Learnt to Manage My Mental Health and How You Can Too.
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Nile Wilson: The Lack of Support for Young Olympians, Mental Health Struggles and Redefining His Relationship With Movement

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 he founded The Aoki Foundation to support organisations in the brain science and research areas.

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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

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 periods head on, and how Foxy's time in the special forces served to inform these tactics.
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Jason Fox: Former Special Forces Operator and Adventurer Wants You To Embrace The Chaos

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 him consistent with his health and fitness to this day. We spoke about the rugby injury that left him millimetres away from paralysis or even death, and how that has impacted his training over the last ten years. Thom spoke candidly about how he now actively seeks out physical endeavours that give him that sense of community and camaraderie that he found in rugby, believing that shared emotions in these endeavours is one of the core elements of making fitness an unshakable part of your life. Wherever you’re at in your fitness journey, there are some inspiring takeaways from a man who’s found ways to make fitness a cornerstone of his identity for the long haul. Enjoy.

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Thom Evans: Cover Model Shape For 12 Years?

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 and physically capable for the rest of his life; how his ADHD diagnosis impacted his relationships, and how he subsequently uses the gym to help himself find calm and focus; and why Sam believes that cultivating male friendships is an incredibly important aspect of turning the tide against declining male mental health, with Sa stressing that making time to spend with your guy friends, be it in the gym, getting outdoors or just for a Nandos should be embraced.
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Sam Thompson: Training for Health and Confidence, ADHD, and the Importance of Male Friendships

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 find their full potential, through fitness.

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George Heaton: The Fashion House Co-Founder Who's Making Fitness His Mission

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 Damsel alongside Mille Bobby Brown, opens up about the impact losing his mother to cancer had on him, inverted snobbery and how he’s never truly felt accepted in the arts.
Fenners, who’s been very open about his own mental health, shares his stories on depression, the taboo topic of antidepressants and how he still feels, at 54, like a boy when surrounded by large groups of men.

The two also touch on snooker balls in socks, imposter syndrome and why Winstone once head butted a director on set...

‘We’re all built on things that have happened in our lives, depressions and the moments that are hard to live with,’ says Winstone. ‘The loss of someone – everyone who is telling the truth will know something about what we’re talking about now.’

Our mission is to help people who find it challenging to speak about their struggles, encouraging them to join the conversation and recognise they are not alone. If you like this episode, let us know in the comments and if you want to listen only, you can catch 'Head Strong' on all major podcast platforms.

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Head Strong: Ray Winstone

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 what supplements Jake believes can benefit Hyrox athletes.
Jake also talks us through the weekend he tackled 11 Hyrox events, back to back, sometimes with less than 20 minutes between races.
Lots of actionable tips here from a master trainer and incredible athlete, whether you’re looking to tackle your first race, or feel as though you want to start eeking out those marginal performance gains.

Enjoy!

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Jake Dearden: Hyrox Master Trainer Shares How You Can Run Your Faster Race Ever

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 us any good at all. As well as how we can begin to rewire our brains to mend our relationship with food, fix the habits that aren’t serving us, and actually get back to enjoying the foods we eat, whilst eating in ways that are aligned with the lives we want to live.
I’m already looking forward to having Jud back on to drill a little deeper into the illusion of willpower, so consider a very informative and actionable part one, that might just change the way you eat, forever.

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Dr. Judson Brewer: Why We Eat When We're Not Hungry (And How To Stop)

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 he tries to implement in his daily life.

This was genuinely one of the most interesting, insightful and enjoyable conversations I’ve had, with Jason dishing up plenty of actionable takeaways, and lots to think about, all from a man who really has walked through the fire in his lifetime.

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Jason Fox: Former Special Forces Operator, Author, Presenter and Adventurer

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-renowned thinkers, Simon shares some of the tools, techniques and mindset shifts that these sportspeople have embraced to grow and evolve. 
We discussed the downsides of having a ‘win at all costs’ mindset and how this can result in feelings of emptiness and even mental health issues, even if you do win. 
How achieving flow states in sport can teach us about the sense of peace that lies beneath our identity. 
And how embracing the moment is the key to not only performing our best, but actually enjoying the work we put in ahead of the performance.

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Simon Mundie: Finding Success Without Losing Yourself

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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Professor David Nutt: Neuropsychopharmacologist and Former Government Advisor

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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Eddie Hearn: The World's Biggest Sports Promoter Turned 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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Ollie Marchon: Coach, Businessman, Father, Cover Model

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 raise the standards of competition in the fitness world and give athletes a voice.
We spoke at length about what Brent believes is holding back the competitive functional fitness world, and causing athletes to seek their competitive fix elsewhere, as well as the changes and standards Brent believes would bring Crossfit in line with other, more grandfathered sports.
Brent, also gave some incredibly insightful tips for anyone looking to nurture a burgeoning training career, alongside a full-time job- a situation he himself was in when he took silver in the 2017 Crossfit games
This was a great conversation for anyone interested in Crossfit, functional fitness, or organised sport at large, and Brent, of course is a Crossfit legend.

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Brent Fikowski: 8 x Crossfit Games Athlete

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 wisdom on not only how his approach to fitness has changed since becoming a father, but also how his motivations to train have shifted.
For anyone who’s trying to balance training and fatherhood right now, this was an insightful conversation on the topic, through the lens of a coach who’s at the top of his game.

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Shane Orr: Coaching, Parenting, and Forging Elite Fitness with One of the World's Greatest Crossfit Coaches

Big arms. Big following. Bigger heart. Obi Vincent is a modern-day fitness phenomenon who proves that achieving your goals doesn’t have to look like sacrifice and suffering.

In his own words, a former ‘fat kid’ turned bodybuilder, turned genre-defying fitness inspiration to the million social followers he has amassed. His YouTube videos alone have accrued an incredible 73m views.

He sat down with MH’s Andrew Tracey to share his belief that while there are a million things you should take seriously, ‘yourself’ isn’t one of them.



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