7 things we learned in May

What we learned in May

It seems like only yesterday we were all sharing pictures of a curly-haired Justin Timberlake announcing the start of May. Now we’re rocketing into June, with its promises of uninterrupted sunshine, spending time researching the best ways of avoiding the dreaded chub rub, and oh, did we mention? The first of this year’s MAN v […]

“It’s just good, healthy living” – Amazing Loser Chris Mansell

Amazing Losers, our series of inspirational before-and-after weight loss stories are back with a bang this week with Chris’s story, which is one we definitely relate to. Being a little too comfortable in your relationship? Tick. Trying to shop at stores that don’t have your size? Shudder, tick. If you’re in the same boat, read […]

The MAN v FAT Football players podcast: episode 3

It’s the MAN v FAT Football players podcast episode 3! Hot on the heels of episode 2 is this third bumper instalment. Split into two parts, this episode features MAN v FAT founder Andrew Shanahan.  And as you’d expect, this one is a corker, with all the ins and outs of why MAN v FAT […]

How to limit the damage of a bank holiday BBQ

How to limit the damage of a bank holiday BBQ

May bank holiday round two is here, hurrah! Despite the weather taking a turn for the worst, we’re still enjoying lazy days, chilling with friends and the wonderful knowledge that we don’t have to get up for work tomorrow. And even though the weather is crap, we’re still 100% planning that obligatory bank holiday BBQ: burgers, […]

MAN v FAT Newsround 25/5: Drink up

We are back again to put your mind at rest regarding some food-based rumours. Also, this week: the best worst kept secret that is guaranteed to help you lose weight, an unlikely MAN v FAT meetup and a brilliant story from one man who was able to give up his coke addiction, but all is […]

WIN! An exclusive MAN v FAT Football ball!

Something absolutely incredible has happened – MAN v FAT Football players are about to hit a total of 100,000lbs lost. That means you’ve lost seven elephants, eighteen giraffes, or 100,000 footballs. That’s a lot of footballs. To celebrate, we’re giving you the chance to win one of five exclusive MAN v FAT Football balls, which […]

McDonald’s Healthy Swaps: The MAN v FAT Swap Shop

You’ve gone out with the lads/the other half/the kids (delete as appropriate) and your belly is rumbling louder than a jumbo jet on take-off. You’re walking down the high street and their attention has been grabbed by a brightly coloured fast-food restaurant sign and their eyes widen at the thought of a burger. Surely you can’t […]

MAN v FAT Football Players Podcast – Episode 2

A heads up for podcast fans: the second episode of the brilliant MAN v FAT Football Players Podcast is now available for your listening pleasure. Even if you’re not a podcast fan, this is a great insight into all things MAN v FAT Football and weight loss.  This month’s episode features MAN v FAT Football […]

How to make amazing vegetarian Cantonese dishes

This week is National Vegetarian Week and it’s the perfect excuse to get some variety in your meals by going veggie. We’ve posted some amazing vegetarian recipes before, but this week we’re looking at how you can make amazing vegetarian Cantonese dishes as this is a cuisine that lends itself so well to going meat-free. […]

The power of berries: The MAN v FAT Newsround 11/5

The sunshine was back this week and so are we to give you your latest fix of MAN v FAT goodness. This week; a closer look at the power of berries, asking when is it too early to start getting your children into an exercise regime, and how you can boost your energy in the […]