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.

24th February 2026

My heart stopped for 11 seconds – and it changed how I think about fitness forever

Men in their fifties are living in sniper’s alley: sudden cardiac issues appear without warning. Men’s Fitness editor David Castle recalls his own dice with death

by David Castle
24th February 2026

Three is the magic number: Jorvik low step through electric folding travel trike review

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by David Castle
23rd February 2026

Boost your winter health with these 3 South African stone fruit recipes

Bolster your health this winter with these South African stone fruit recipes, developed by celebrity chef Reuben Riffel

by David Castle
17th February 2026

If space and time are in short supply, this weight plate workout is your saving grace

By performing a variety of moves and hitting high reps in this weight plate workout, you’ll challenge your muscles to adapt and grow

by David Castle
16th February 2026

Is the growing number of teen boys lifting weights fuelling the growth of body dysmorphia?

Experts say there’s nothing wrong with lifting weights from an early age, but they are concerned about the dangers of unhealthy relationships when it comes to body image and nutrition

by David Castle
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16th February 2026

Eating a few squares of dark chocolate a day could slow the ageing process

Researchers have found that higher levels of a natural dark chocolate compound are linked to signs of slower ageing

by David Castle
16th February 2026

Build explosive power and all-round stability with the 10 best kettlebell exercises you can do

The kettlebell is an amazingly functional piece of gym equipment, perfect for building explosiveness and core strength

by David Castle
15th February 2026

Me old bamboo: could the humble bamboo shoot be the next superfood?

Traditionally a popular side dish to a meal, scientists are rethinking bamboo as a powerful new superfood

by David Castle
14th February 2026

Struggling to get active? This is the one brain trick that makes exercise feel easier

Scientists discovered that vibrating tendons before cycling allowed people to push harder without feeling like they were working more

by David Castle
13th February 2026

US biohacker Bryan Johnson unveils $1m Immortals programme: but what does it mean for your fitness?

Longevity hacker Bryan Johnson has unveiled his $1m ‘Immortals’ longevity programme - but what does it mean for the ordinary individual and what can we learn from it?

by David Castle
11th February 2026

“I ate and burned 10,000 calories on camera in 10 hours”

Tommy Winkler, aka The Food Guy, on managing extreme challenges and optimum fitness

by David Castle
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My heart stopped for 11 seconds – and it changed how I think about fitness forever

Three is the magic number: Jorvik low step through electric folding travel trike review

Boost your winter health with these 3 South African stone fruit recipes

If space and time are in short supply, this weight plate workout is your saving grace

Is the growing number of teen boys lifting weights fuelling the growth of body dysmorphia?

Eating a few squares of dark chocolate a day could slow the ageing process

Build explosive power and all-round stability with the 10 best kettlebell exercises you can do

Me old bamboo: could the humble bamboo shoot be the next superfood?

Struggling to get active? This is the one brain trick that makes exercise feel easier

US biohacker Bryan Johnson unveils $1m Immortals programme: but what does it mean for your fitness?

“I ate and burned 10,000 calories on camera in 10 hours”