How to stay fit and healthy over Christmas
Christmas is for enjoying. Eat the food, have a drink if you want one and use the extra fuel and time off to train, without letting one day become the whole month.
Performance Lab Omega-3 review: is it worth it?
I took Performance Lab Omega-3 for three months. Here’s what I noticed, how the algae-based formula compares with fish oil and whether it’s worth $49.
Mind Lab Pro review: does it actually work?
I tested Mind Lab Pro during demanding workdays. Here’s what I noticed, what three human trials found and whether this $69 nootropic is worth it.
Performance Lab Mind review: what happened to it?
Performance Lab Mind has been discontinued. I tested it for around two months, so here’s what it did, why it disappeared and whether Mind Lab Pro is a worthwhile replacement.
Vitamin D3 and K2: should you take them together?
Vitamin D3 and K2 are often sold as an essential pair. Here’s what each one does, what the evidence supports and when a combined supplement may make sense.
Performance Lab NutriGenesis multivitamin review
I took Performance Lab Multi for three months. Here’s what happened, what’s inside both formulas and who I think it suits.
Decoding food labels: understanding gluten-free, all-natural, organic, kosher and more
Food labels can make a simple shop feel like an exam. Here is how to compare nutrition panels, read ingredients and see through the claims on the front.
Muscle-building diet plan for skinny men: a comprehensive guide to gain lean muscle mass
A muscle-building diet plan should be adjustable, not identical for every skinny man. Use this practical day of food, then adjust from your results.
The best stimulant-free fat burners for men and women
Looking for a fat burner without the caffeine, jitters or sleep problems? Here’s what stimulant-free really means, which products fit the label and what the evidence says they can realistically do.
Protein for fitness goals: how much do you need?
Protein needs change with your training, age and goal. Here’s how to choose a sensible daily target, spread it across meals and get enough without obsessing.
10 best plant-based protein sources to bulk up and build muscle
Ten practical plant-based protein sources for building muscle, plus how much protein to eat and how to turn them into meals that support a bulk.
The hardgainer’s guide to building muscle: diet and exercise
Struggling to gain weight and muscle is not solved by eating everything in sight. Here is the food, training and tracking that actually matter.
How to keep your skin looking young as you age: for men
Men don’t need a shelf full of products to look after their skin. Start with sunscreen, a simple routine and a realistic view of what creams and collagen can do.
The 7 best protein powders for building muscle
There isn’t one best protein powder for everyone. Here’s how whey, casein, soy, pea and rice compare, what to check on the label and when a shake is genuinely useful.
Should women take a protein supplement?
A protein supplement isn’t compulsory for women, but it’s a useful safety net when food alone doesn’t cover your needs. Here’s how much to aim for and which type to choose.
How to look your best for summer vacations
Whether you have 12 weeks or two, here’s how to lose fat, keep muscle and look your best for summer without crash diets or last-minute nonsense.
10 High calorie foods to help skinny guys build muscle
The problem was never finding calorific food. It's eating enough when you're not hungry. Ten foods that earn their place, and what to do about the appetite.
Reverse dieting: what is it, who is it for and does it work?
Reverse dieting can provide structure after a calorie deficit, but it isn’t a metabolic reset. Here’s what it does, what it doesn’t and who may find it useful.
Breakfast: is it really the most important meal of the day?
I love breakfast, but nobody needs to be bullied into eating it. Here’s what breakfast can do, what it can’t, and how to build one that suits your appetite, training and day.
Does vitamin C help sore muscles and workout recovery?
Vitamin C supports health and collagen production, but can it really stop post-workout soreness? Here’s the evidence and the practical answer.