Grant King, founder of Military Fitness, sets a 45-minute lung-buster challenge to sort the men from the boys
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All-day training, hundreds of miles a week and mountains of ice cream are all too familiar for record-breaker Galen Reynolds. He talks to MF about his training. With a five-day aggregate time of 37 hours, 48 minutes and 6 seconds…
Kettlebell training has enjoyed a well-deserved resurgence in recent years, due to its shape, size and easy-to-grip handle, the kettlebell is an incredibly versatile bit of kit, capable of doing everything the dumbbell can and more. You can use it…
Plant-based nutritionist TJ Waterfall on how tofu can transform both your health and training. A staple in Asian cuisine, tofu has been eaten for over 2,000 years as a valuable source of protein, but it only really gained traction in…
In the market for new trail running shoes? Check out our five tips to make sure you get what’s right for you. By Matt Maynard Road running shoes are made for regimented pavement pounding. They might look fancy, but they…
Anyone can benefit from lifting heavy, but technique and timing are key. Personal trainer Ian Gardner explains. Heavy lifting isn’t just for burly blokes and powerlifters – anyone looking to injury-proof their bodies and improve their general wellbeing can reap…
Knowledge is power and you won’t get the results you want in the gym if you follow these three cardio myths. We set the record straight… 1. Cardio kills muscle Jack Hanrahan, personal trainer to the stars, calls this one…
You know vitamins and minerals are important, but do you know why? Performance dietician Renee McGregor explains why micronutrients matter In the world of sports nutrition, specifically, the market has boomed. Some products promote ergogenic (performance-enhancing) properties, such as improved…
Veganism is on the rise. Nutritionist TJ Waterfall investigates whether a plant-based diet can affect your performance MYTH: vegans can’t get enough protein to build muscle You certainly don’t need meat, fish, or animal products to get your protein fix.…
Get your eight hours of shut-eye every night for these four big health benefits Get a memory boost We’d all admit to making mistakes when tired, but the impact can be severe. In memory-performance tests at Michigan State University, subjects…
Fancy swapping your road bike for a mountain bike? Triathlete, PT and wellness coach Jeff Archer reveals how to make the transition Mountain biking is a fantastic way to head off the beaten track, and there are plenty of opportunities…
