MAN v FAT to launch rugby programme in the Autumn

MAN v FAT is set to take its support into a new sport in 2024, with the launch of MAN v FAT Rugby. Having supported tens of thousands of men to lose nearly 700,000lbs of weight since they got started in 2014, MAN v FAT is now picking up the oval ball to further spread […]

Swansea run out victors in national tournament

It was Welsh delight for the third year in a row at this year’s National Tournament, as MAN v FAT Swansea retained their title at Lilleshall National Sports Centre. The Swans made it back to back tournament wins with a penalty shoot-out victory over fellow Welsh side Newport on a competitive and busy day in […]

Coach Steve is back in print!

MAN v FAT Bournemouth coach Steve Couch is a busy man. Not only does he guide his MAN v FAT players on their weight loss efforts – 236kg lost by the club last season alone – he also goes into local primary schools to coach children for Foundation Sports AND is a published author! Following […]

MAN v FAT backs BHF’s Euros campaign

A hidden heart condition can affect anyone. Any age. Any gender. Any time. EURO 2024 will be one of the most watched and talked about cultural moments of the year. For countless football fans, their dream is to see their nation win. However, for 12 young fans this dream was snatched away in an instant […]

Common pitfalls in the quest for healthy eating

Like in all good films, there’s a hero and villains. The hero: you. The villains: misinformation, fats in disguise and more. Know the pitfalls so you can succeed.  If you ever see a company or person promoting a quick fix and think to yourself, too good to be true, it probably is. Experts suggest weight […]

Get your family on board with healthy eating

When we start to make healthy changes, we often do it alone. But getting healthy is so much easier when you’ve got people around doing it too.  It’s common for people trying to lose weight to have their own food and meals that are separate from the rest of the household. We don’t believe in […]

How to talk to your GP about mental health

“Talk to your GP” is the number one bit of advice given in every advice article about mental health. You’re not alone in wondering, where do I start? Help is at hand.  Too anxious to go to your GP, or don’t think you can find the words to describe how you’ve been feeling? What if […]

Top tips for managing stress

Everyone gets stressed sometimes, but it can be difficult to manage. Here’s a few tips that are worth knowing to keep your stress levels down. Whether it’s the winter blues or health woes that are behind some of the stress you’re feeling or it’s from family, work or otherwise, we hope these tips will help. […]

Healthy habits for better mental health

Shocking stats: 3 out of 4 suicides are by men and suicide is the biggest cause of death for men under 35. We know, it’s heavy, but we want to help. Men are less likely to seek help for mental health problems, less likely than women to take time off work to get medical help […]

Why tracking what you eat helps you lose weight

Might seem a chore, but tracking every little thing you eat and drink is a surefire way to make you more aware of what you’re eating. And that’s going to help you lose weight.  One of the first bits of advice usually given to anyone who wants to lose weight is to keep a food […]