Men continue to worry about other’s health before their own

Seven in 10 UK men have ignored worrying health symptoms, according to new research from non-for-profit healthcare provider, Benenden Health – with many admitting they prioritise the wellbeing of loved ones over their own health. The research, conducted among 2,000 working men aged 30-55 across the UK, highlights a widespread pattern of men delaying, downplaying […]

Scottish play tells the story of men’s battle with obesity and body image

A play telling the story of one man’s battle with obesity, MANikin, will return to the stage in August – with a chance for MAN v FAT members to enjoy discounted tickets! Set in the small town of Ellon and delivered with classic Scottish humour, Fraser Patterson wrestles with his mind and body in his […]

The trophy heads to Peterborough after a fantastic day

There was a new name on the trophy on Saturday, as Peter Burger United, representing MAN v FAT Peterborough, took home the silverware on another memorable day of MAN v FAT Football. Around 1,000 of our incredible community headed to Lilleshall National Sports Centre to contest this year’s tournament. And, on the day before the […]

Why are men struggling?

Whether it be with their physical or mental health – or often a combination of the two – there are more pressures than ever in being a bloke. Family, work and personal commitments often combine to make life tough and quite often, men find it hard to express that they’re feeling like things are difficult. […]

Maidenhead members raise crucial funds for mental health

The World Cup is in full swing and both England and Scotland are on track to progress out of the group stages. The tournament will pick up pace in the next couple of weeks and players from our MAN v FAT Maidenhead club will be watching on with interest to see who picks up the […]

Essex based Tournament raises important funds for Mind

Members of MAN v FAT clubs from across Essex came together earlier in June to help raise funds for Mind. Teams from Basildon, Chelmsford, Colchester and Southend represented MAN v FAT in a wider tournament to support a very worthy cause. The event was put together by Alex Putt and it raised over £2,500 for […]

MAN v FAT teams up with Shots Foundation

MAN v FAT, the UK’s leading male weight loss programme, is to partner with Aldershot Town’s Shots Foundation to support men in the town to take steps to improve their health and wellbeing.  Having supported tens of thousands of men to lose nearly 1,000,000lbs of weight since they got started in 2014, MAN v FAT […]

Emma lifts Coaches’ crown at MAN v FAT Awards

MAN v FAT Andover and Basingstoke coach Emma Evans collected the coveted Coach of the Year accolade at this year’s MAN v FAT Awards. Emma currently supports around 150 men a week to improve their health and wellbeing and was understandably delighted to pick up the silverware at Villa Park. She said: “This means so […]

Andrew set to head to the Himalayas for fundraising challenge

MAN v FAT Carlisle member Andrew Trickett is set to take on the challenge of a lifetime later this year, as he heads to the Himalayas to raise money for charity. Andrew has been a member of our community since the end of 2023 and, having rekindled his love for the sport of football, he’s […]

Emotive night at Villa Park as Awards celebrate MAN v FAT achievements

It was an emotional night at Villa Park on Saturday, as we celebrated the MAN v FAT Community and their achievements over the past twelve months. A host of powerful stories were shared through the course of the evening as those in attendance were reminded that the MAN v FAT programme is about so much […]