In our new March/April 2026 edition of Men’s Health SA, we break down what it really takes to level up across the board. Want to run faster and longer? We’ve got smarter strategies to help you chase new PBs without burning out. Curious about the new era of golf – where power, athleticism and global teams are reshaping the game through leagues like LIV Golf? We unpack what it means for your training – and your swing. Looking to build serious muscle? Our workouts are engineered for size, strength and real-world durability.
And because peak performance doesn’t stop in the gym, we dive into better sex, sharper recovery and high-protein recipes designed to fuel hard training and busy schedules. This isn’t about doing more. It’s about doing everything better.
Here are just a few of the stories in the new issue we can’t stop thinking about:
1. Full-Swing Fitness
Forget the stuffy country clubs of old; golf has entered a new era and it’s never been a better time to hit the links. We dive into the innovations taking the sport to the next level, from virtual courses and brain-altering courses to the rise of LIV Golf. Plus, we sat down with the roster of Southern Guards GC – the all-South African team taking LIV by storm. Find out how they steel their minds to clutch victory in the back 9 and the ways they stay fighting fit to perform at their best all season long.
2. Fire Up Your Engine
Metabolism is a misunderstood part of your body’s toolkit. But to lose weight (and pack on muscle), you need to understand exactly how to get fired up. We put some of the biggest myths under the microscope, unveiling the latest science and tagging in the top experts to answer all of your most burning questions.
3. Have Better Sex At Every Age
If you peep the statistics, we’re having less sex than ever. But there’s no reason you need to hit the brakes when it comes to your nocturnal activities. Our guide to better bedroom adventures at every age will arm you with quick tips to overcome sexual slumps, performance-crushing health issues and mental hang-ups. This is your decade for the best sex ever.
4. Reach Your Peak
Running isn’t going anywhere. In fact, for what feels like the 10th year in a row, it’s set to be 2026’s top fitness trend. We’ve compiled a packed Running Special to not only help you chase new PBs but also build a body that’ll perform its best on the tar, in the gym or on your next adventure.
Our cover guy will inspire you to ramp up the mileage and we’ll help you lock in your next running challenge – whether you want to tackle a quick 10K or an ultra. We’ll also help you ramp up your cardio engine while packing on muscle with a science-backed hybrid workout that gives you the best of both worlds. And we’ve got the running shoes to help you get there with a hand-picked selection of high-performance trainers from the latest pairs to hit SA shelves. Plus, we put the spotlight on one of Jozi’s fastest-growing running clubs: Vault Strength Club.
5. How Ed Sheeran Transformed His Body & Mind
Ed Sheeran is a global pop star with multiple billboard-topping songs to his name. But, up until recently, the musician was neglecting his health, choosing booze and cigs over time in the gym. In our new issue, we unveil Sheeran’s mind-blowing transformation sharing how he leveraged ‘moderation’ and versatile workouts to not only reboot his physique but also tap into a better headspace.
6. Fall With Style
Executing acrobatic dives from 27m platforms demands strength, skill – and nerves of steel. We sent our rookie to training camp to experience the high-flying world of cliff diving.
7. Can AI Solve Your Sadness?
The meteoric rise of ChatGPT has ushered in a new form of therapy. But can AI counselling help us see clearly in times of trouble? Or is there a dark side to swapping out your therapist for a chatbot? Our writer explores this digital frontier to figure out whether this is the future of therapy or a step closer to a dystopian future.
8. How Money Can Buy You Happiness
There’s an art to spending money, but it takes a little bit of introspection. We tagged in best-selling author Morgan Housel for his advice on splashing cash. In our new issue, you’ll find an extract from his latest book, The Art of Spending Money, wherein he delves into the pitfalls of chasing status and the pros of prioritising utility. The bottom line: his advice will help you make sure you’re trading out hard-earned Randelas for happiness – not heartbreak.
9. Bulk Up (And Stay Lean) in Just 28 Days
Give yourself the gift of muscle with this travel-friendly workout and diet plan which adds strength, slays fat and still lets you indulge your appetite.
10. Meet the Magic Macro
This macro has been demonised for decades, but we argue that better health means chowing plenty of fat… with the right strategy. How handbook of tasty, quick and easy recipes will get the right dose while keeping you (seriously) well fed.
