David Castle

About

I have been a runner for longer than I can remember and a journalist since before email was invented. I was editor of Running Fitness and Men's Running magazines before a career side-step saw me buy a running shop. I am also a qualified sports massage therapist. At the tender age of 53 I'm training for my first Hyrox.

1st September 2025

Zharnel Hughes interview: Britain’s fastest man is ready to take on the world’s best in Tokyo

Zharnel Hughes is ready to take on Seville, Lyles and the rest of the world at the forthcoming World Championships in Japan. And he's a dab hand at making sushi too!

by David Castle
30th August 2025

Is winning in the genes? Is being an elite athlete nature or nurture? We find out

Is winning in the genes? Is being an elite athlete nature or nurture? We find out

by David Castle
28th August 2025

I thought I was getting stronger – I was but for the wrong thing

Did you know there are different types of strength? We explain what strength is needed, when – and how to achieve it

by David Castle
26th August 2025

I was overweight and sluggish – but I rebuilt my body, cured hypertension and improved mental health all aged 50

by David Castle
24th August 2025

I’m addicted to being busy – and it’s ruining my life

When did addicted to being busy become something to boast about?

by David Castle
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22nd August 2025

UFC’s Tom Aspinall interview: “This is the year of the undisputed champion.”

Having claimed the UFC interim heavyweight title in 2025, Tom Aspinall has been waiting patiently for a title unification fight. He'll be ready when it happens!

by David Castle
20th August 2025

I’ve been involved in a lengthy redundancy – how can I shrug off low motivation and return to fitness?

Our new columnist Dom McMurray focuses on all aspects of our emotional wellbeing, mental health and how this is intrinsically linked to our physical fitness

by David Castle
19th August 2025

No libido, poor erections: the truth about low testosterone and replacement therapy (TRT)

Low testosterone has a damaging impact on many aspects of life. In fact, it can even shorten it. Why, then, is the subject of TRT [testosterone replacement therapy] still cloaked in stigma, confusion and damaging…

by David Castle
17th August 2025

My exercise routine is quality not quantity and I’m seeing the benefits

Quality not quantity: how, where, why you work out may be more important than the amount of exercise you get

by David Castle
15th August 2025

This is the best mobility routine to get your inner thigh muscles working

If you’re sat at a desk all day, chances are your adductors are going to be tight. Try this mobility sequence – and get those inner thigh muscles working better

by David Castle
9th August 2025

Next time you have a coffee – think twice about adding cream and sugar

Black coffee could mean longer life: scientists have revealed the truth behind your morning perk

by David Castle
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About

Zharnel Hughes interview: Britain’s fastest man is ready to take on the world’s best in Tokyo

Is winning in the genes? Is being an elite athlete nature or nurture? We find out

I thought I was getting stronger – I was but for the wrong thing

I was overweight and sluggish – but I rebuilt my body, cured hypertension and improved mental health all aged 50

I’m addicted to being busy – and it’s ruining my life

UFC’s Tom Aspinall interview: “This is the year of the undisputed champion.”

I’ve been involved in a lengthy redundancy – how can I shrug off low motivation and return to fitness?

No libido, poor erections: the truth about low testosterone and replacement therapy (TRT)

My exercise routine is quality not quantity and I’m seeing the benefits

This is the best mobility routine to get your inner thigh muscles working

Next time you have a coffee – think twice about adding cream and sugar