Sheffield based Marsden Weighing Ltd, one of the UK’s oldest and most trusted manufacturers of precision scales, is proud to announce its continued sponsorship of the 2025 MAN v FAT Awards – marking the second year of partnership with the trailblazing weight loss programme dedicated to transforming men’s health.
As the official provider of accurate weighing scales for all MAN v FAT clubs, Marsden plays a pivotal role in the weekly progress tracking of over 8,500 members across 157 football clubs nationwide. The annual challenge celebrates achievements in weight loss and fitness through friendly competition, with awards set to be presented at a flagship event on May 24th, 2025.
“We are delighted to be part of the MAN v FAT family,” said Marcus Barkham, CEO, Marsden Group, “…Our scales have become a joyous sight for thousands of male slimmer’s who would previously fear to set foot on the bathroom scales. Now they take pride in ‘stepping up to the plate’ and celebrating their achievements, as verified every week by their Club leaders and teammates.
“It’s a fantastic way to engage with men who want to take control of their health journey and we plan to develop our relationship with players, their working environments and the MAN v FAT organisation over the year.”
MAN v FAT has become a national success story, offering a unique and highly motivating approach to health through team-based sport and community support. The use of Marsden’s industry-grade, medically approved weighing equipment ensures accuracy and consistency at every stage of a member’s transformation journey.
In addition to its partnership with MAN v FAT, Marsden is also proud to be the exclusive provider of weighing scales for Slimming World, where 94% of the membership is female – reinforcing Marsden’s position as the trusted name in health and wellness across genders and demographics.
From NHS hospitals to private clinics, gyms, and industrial workplaces, Marsden has been a cornerstone of accurate measurement in the UK for over a century, delivering state-of-the-art weighing solutions to sectors ranging from healthcare and fitness to industry and logistics.
With growing public awareness around the importance of tackling obesity and creating accessible paths to better health, Marsden’s continued commitment to initiatives like MAN v FAT underscores its mission: to provide reliable weighing to the nation— a weight off everyone’s mind (and body).
