This is the second time we've dedicated an issue to being Fit at Any Age in the space of 12 months. That's because we know it's a theme that resonates with you, our readers; rarely have we received such passionate feedback.
Our perception of ageing has changed in recent years. Today, men aren’t just staying younger for longer. In many cases, they’re growing fitter and stronger with age. Take Jamie France, star of this month’s Personal Trainer section. Jamie first featured in Men’s Health back in 2006. He was 28. In the 14 years since then, he has married, carved out a successful career in the furniture business and become the father of four children. He has also managed to forge an even better physique than he had in his twenties. At 42, he is more toned, more agile, more functionally adroit.
Meanwhile, this month’s returning cover star, 57-year-old Anton Nilsson, is nothing short of inspirational. Find us a man who doesn’t want to look like him in his sixth decade and we’ll show you a partner who categorically does want him to. Your journey to middle youth starts here.
Build Cover-Model Muscle After 40
If you think your fitness has peaked, former cover star Jamie France is here to prove you wrong. "I find ways to add exercise to my day," he says. "Being a dad is basically CrossFit if you do a bit extra." Use his advice to grow stronger and healthier with age.
Men's Health's Great British Lift Off
Whether it's the variety, the sense of community or your competitive streak that keeps you coming back, the demand for group workouts has never been higher. We asked our readers to give us the insider line on the best classes, clubs and training collectives in Britain today. Here are your winners.
The Truth About Testosterone
For decades, testosterone has been sold to us as the key to strength, vitality, fortitude and "masculinity". But do your T-levels really dictate what kind of man you are? Or how you live your life? MH investigates the myths and misconceptions of the male hormone.
How Four Men Lost 43 Stone
Fat is complicated. Today, more than a quarter of us are obese. Yet, at the same time, the pursuit of weight loss has become shot through with body politics. But labelling the desire to be slim as a blow to the positivity movement misses the point. It can change lives for the better. We spoke to men who drastically transformed their bodies – and outlooks.
How to Hit the Gym (When You Really Don't Want To)
At a time of year when so-called #fitspiration is everywhere you swipe, the hardest exercise can be lifting your glutes off the sofa – especially when your New Year's optimism has wanted. That's why we've constructed failsafe contingency plans for seven of the most commonly copped-to cop-outs. All excuses end here.
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