Managing Back Pain
You’ve probably experienced back pain at some point – it’s a normal part of ageing. But how can you manage it, and how do you know when it’s time to see a doctor?
After the Final Whistle: Why Talking Matters This World Mental Health Day
This World Mental Health Day, it’s a good reminder that mental health matters just as much as physical fitness. For men, talking about feelings or stress can be hard, but small moments of connection can make a real difference. That’s where the “dressing room effect” comes in – those chats after a game, weigh-ins, or […]
It’s Time to Talk, Lads – Men’s Mental Health Week Is Here
At MAN v FAT, we talk a lot about goals – the ones you smash on the pitch and the ones you set for your health. But this week, as we mark Men’s Mental Health Week, it’s time to talk about a different kind of goal: keeping your head in the game.
Fuel Your Goals: Why Tracking Your Food Can Transform Your Weight Loss Journey
One of the most powerful tools you can use to support your journey is food tracking.
Physio Spotlight: Warm Ups
Many guys turn up 5 minutes before kick off, do a couple of static stretches and think they’re ready, but are they? Listen to what our physio has to say on warm ups and try his suggested warm up plan before your next session.
How to limit the damage of a bank holiday BBQ
Bank holidays and barbecues just go together, even if the weather isn’t playing ball.
Working it out: exercise after injury
Depending on the severity of your injury, exercise can be challenging or not possible at all. So how can you return to exercise after injury safely?
Mental Health Monday: May Edition
At MAN v FAT, we know that smashing your goals goes beyond the scales. Your mental health is just as important as your waistline, and we’re proud to have a community that talks honestly about the stuff that really matters. So let’s take a minute for a Mental Health Monday check-in. What’s been on your […]
How sleep fuels performance: the key to recovery and success
Sleep deprivation can significantly impact your athletic performance – including at your weekly MAN v FAT sessions – by slowing reaction times, reducing endurance, and hindering recovery. We caught up with the team at Simba Sleep, renowned for its innovative Hybrid® mattresses, to find out more and how they’re committed to enhancing sleep quality with advanced […]
The challenges of male fertility
As December arrives, we’re coming close to concluding the 10 Years of MAN v FAT celebrations, commemorating a remarkable decade of supporting mens’ health. Those celebrations have included a powerful video series, speaking to members of our community whose reasons for losing weight have gone far beyond just shifting those additional pounds. Dan Stark, from […]
