Jon Lipsey

Jon is an award-winning publisher as well as the youngest and most successful ever editor of Men’s Fitness magazine. He is a bestselling author, sought-after speaker at industry events and a regular broadcast commentator.

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BUSINESS Explainer

Revealed: First ever Enhanced Games will take place in Las Vegas

Enhanced Games co-founder Christian Angermayer believes the future of sport lies in radical transparency - and pharmaceutical enhancement. Aron D’Souza, the Oxford-educated lawyer and entrepreneur turned mastermind behind the Games, sees openness as something closer to a moral obligation. Together, they’ve become the architects of a sporting revolution: a new global competition where performance-enhancing drugs…

May 21, 20250Comments

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TRAINING Explainer

Fasted cardio for women: should you train on empty?

Fasted cardio is exactly what it sounds like: doing cardiovascular exercise—usually in the morning—before you’ve eaten anything. The thinking is simple: if you train without food in your system, your body will burn more fat for fuel, helping you lean out faster. For men, especially those who are metabolically healthy, this approach can sometimes support…

May 18, 20250Comments

ByJon Lipsey

MIND Upgrade

Tap into the power of a growth mindset

You know how every friendship group has that one person who’s always trying new things and somehow manages to lift the spirits of everyone around them? They’re the ones who see things positively, spot opportunities in tough situations and just generally seem happier than everyone else. Then there’s the other character - the one who’s…

May 10, 20250Comments

ByJon Lipsey

HEALTH Explainer

What is TB-500? The recovery peptide with a cult following

If you’re the kind of person who reads about peptides, you’ve probably heard of TB-500. You may even have a vague idea that it helps with recovery or muscle repair. What you may not know is just how widely it's used or how flexible it is. “TB-500 maybe gets a little less attention than BPC-157,”…

April 7, 20250Comments

ByJon Lipsey

HEALTH

Epitalon – the anti-ageing peptide you’ve never heard of

When it comes to longevity, most of us want clarity. A plan. A scientific map with a neatly marked route to a longer, sharper, better life. But talk to Dr Neil Paulvin, Manhattan physician to athletes, entrepreneurs and executives looking to “go beyond baseline” and you’ll get something more nuanced. Something more honest. Take Epitalon.…

March 8, 20250Comments

ByJon Lipsey

dr stacy sims on why women are not small men

TRAINING Great minds

Women Are Not Small Men: Why Gender Matters in Fitness Science

For much of modern sports science, there’s been an unspoken assumption: if it works for men, it works for women. Training protocols, nutrition guidelines, supplement recommendations, recovery models—they’ve all been built around male physiology. And in doing so, women have been underserved at best, and actively harmed at worst. As Dr. Stacy Sims famously says:…

March 4, 20250Comments

ByJon Lipsey

HEALTH Explainer

What Is Peptide Therapy? Exploring the Science, Benefits and Legal Status

Peptides are one of the most exciting developments in preventative and performance-based health. But with all the hype around fat-burning peptides, anti-aging injections, and recovery boosters, a fundamental question still needs answering: what is peptide therapy? This post gives you a clear, science-based overview of what peptide therapy is, how it works, who it’s for,…

December 13, 20240Comments

ByJon Lipsey

HEALTH Explainer

Epitalon: The Anti-Ageing Peptide That Claims to Extend Life

Epitalon has earned a reputation as one of the most promising peptides in the anti-ageing world. It’s often described as a tool to reset the biological clock, protect DNA, and extend life itself. Some claim it can improve sleep, reduce signs of ageing, and even reduce cancer risk. On the surface, it sounds like a…

November 21, 20240Comments

ByJon Lipsey

NUTRITION Explainer

What is liposomal vitamin C and is it worth it?

In the crowded world of supplements, vitamin C has long been a staple—cheap, well-researched, and widely trusted. But in recent years, a new contender has emerged, promising to supercharge the benefits of this classic nutrient: liposomal vitamin C. Wrapped in a layer of fat-like molecules called liposomes, this version of vitamin C claims to bypass…

November 8, 20240Comments

ByJon Lipsey

HEALTH Explainer

BPC-157 Side Effects: What You Need to Know Before Trying This Peptide

BPC-157 has earned a reputation as one of the most promising therapeutic peptides available — widely discussed for its role in accelerated healing, reduced inflammation, and gut repair. But while its benefits are often praised online, its side effects are less frequently discussed. So what are the risks of BPC-157? Is it safe for long-term…

November 6, 20240Comments

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