Ageing has a stigma around it. As men, we view the march of time as a steady decline; our metabolisms slowing, our muscles shrinking and our overall health taking a serious nosedive. But your fate isn’t set in stone. With the right steps (and muscle-building moves) you can thrive in any decade. Our new issue tackles the challenges of ageing head-on, serving up smart solutions to age-old problems. The results: just crack open the mag to see proof that you can always take the fight to Father Time.
Need a reason to drive to the shops right now? We’ve got eight.
1. Meet the Real Jack Reacher
Alan Ritchson is the massive (both literally and figuratively) star of Amazon’s Reacher. But for most of his life, stardom always seemed like it was just out of reach. We sat down with the action heavyweight to find out more about what it took to break out at 41, the moves he used to build his impressive physique and the mental struggles he’s had to overcome during his long tenure in the entertainment industry.
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2. Bulk Up (In the Best Way Possible) This Winter
Summer bodies are made in colder months, and we’ve got a foolproof plan to help you size up before things turn sweltering. Our Big Workout this issue puts the emphasis on “big”, giving you quick circuits that’ll help you slap on strength to your arms, legs, abs, back, you name it. Best part? You won’t need to take a tour of every machine at your gym, these reps rely on simple kit for advanced results.
3. Smash It In Any Decade
Whatever decade you’re in, we’ve got the smart tips to optimise every aspect of your life. From laying down foundational muscle in your 20s and injury-proofing your body in your 30s to spiking your metabolism and maintaining your lean physique in your 50s and beyond, our age-defying manual will ensure that time is never a factor when it comes to your health and well-being.
4. Get Radioactive
Luxe athletic gear isn’t just reserved for the gym. Our new Winter Guide to Style will show you how to wear these versatile threads for all-day comfort, functionality and appeal. With eight new looks that combine the best of this new wave of fashion, you can consider your winter wardrobe sorted.
5. Everything You Need to Know to Be Our Next Cover Guy
Our issue marks the official launch of the Men’s Health Cover Search presented by Trojan. This is your chance to put your feats of fitness on the map, earning yourself a spot on our coveted cover. Not ready yet? No worries. You’ve got until July 5 to get yourself into shape, and our bumper Trainer section is filled with next-level workout tips to sculpt the optimal physique. From core-crushing super moves to a total-body calisthenics overhaul, you’ll be cover-ready in record time.
6. Upgrade Your Running Gear
Picking out the perfect pair of trainers to enhance your running efforts can feel like a daunting proposition. With hundreds of options to choose from and enough jargon to leave your head reeling, we don’t blame you if you’re hesitant to pull the trigger on a new pair.
Thankfully, we’ve taken the guesswork out of finding your perfect fit with a comprehensive rundown of the best running shoes available right now. Whether you’re a trail runner, marathon hopeful or Parkrun convert, we’ve found trainers that’ll put you a step ahead.
We’ve also rounded up the best trackers to keep tabs on your mileage. This new stable of smartwatches is packed with features and many (if not all) sport seriously accurate tracking capabilities so that you can rest assured your digits are on the dot.
7. Whip Up Protein-Packed Feasts
We all dig chicken wings, but most offerings served up at your local joints are loaded with unnecessary calories, sugar and other nasty additions. We teach you how to make the ultimate chicken wings at home with plenty of variations to keep things interesting. (For example, have you ever chowed down on the Umami Madness wing? Here’s your chance.)
8. Choose the Right Supps
There are countless companies peddling miracle cures, but very few of these tablets, pills and tinctures live up to the bold promises. In our new issue, we put all the most popular supps under the microscope to separate fact from fiction to give you a research-backed, expert-approved list of the best (and worst) drugs for men.
Get the new May/June issue on shelves now or digitally, here.
