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How men can master their midlife crisis

Mike Bates Mike Bates is a former covert counter-terrorism operations leader, endurance athlete, entrepreneur and motivational speaker. He left a distinguished career in the UK’s Ministry of Defence after 20 years of service, then became the fastest Briton to complete a solo row of the Talker Whisky Atlantic Challenge, raising significant funds for charity. He…

July 9, 20240Comments

ByJoe Warner

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HEALTH Investigation

Sperm counts in freefall: is the male infertility crisis an existential threat to humanity?

For men’s testicles, it is the best of times, it is the worst of times. The population of the earth has swollen to 8 billion, and is forecast to hit 9.7 billion by 2050, which suggests male powers of procreation are in bullish good health. But disturbing global research has shown that men’s mean sperm…

July 9, 20240Comments

ByMark Bailey

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Victoria Felkar: Why is the line between legal and banned PED blurring?

Victoria Felkar Victoria Felkar is an interdisciplinary researcher and instructor working across the fields of kinesiology, medicine, critical studies and the humanities. Here specific research focus explores women's health and female hormone manipulation within sport and medicine. Follow her on Instagram. Visit victoriafelkar.com. Steroids and PED popularity is soaring In a fascinating and wide-ranging conversation…

July 7, 20240Comments

ByJoe Warner

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Mike Bates: What my solo row record taught me about teamwork and success

Mike Bates Mike Bates is a former covert counter-terrorism operations leader, endurance athlete, entrepreneur and motivational speaker. He left a distinguished career in the UK’s Ministry of Defence after 20 years of service, then became the fastest Briton to complete a solo row of the Talker Whisky Atlantic Challenge, raising significant funds for charity. He…

July 6, 20240Comments

ByJoe Warner

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Judd Lienhard: Believe you’re an athlete to unlock optimal performance

Judd Leinhard Judd Lienhard is founder of MASS Method, a dynamic workout programme designed to increase movement, athleticism, strength and speed. He is a father, former US Army Ranger, has worked as a speed and performance coach in Austin, Texas since 2012, and lives by his ethos of “Always Be An Athlete”. Follow him on…

July 6, 20240Comments

ByDr Jonny Rees

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HEALTH Investigation

Are men facing a terminal decline in testosterone?

Testosterone has an image problem. To some people, high levels of the primary male sex hormone is a synonym for aggressive or toxic behaviour, or the sinister goal of doped-up Olympians and steroid-fuelled bodybuilders. To others, a low level of testosterone is the cause of every male health problem from dwindling libido to midlife lethargy,…

July 4, 20240Comments

ByMark Bailey

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Steve Cook: Most A-list action heroes are on steroids

Steve Cook Steve Cook is one of the world's most popular health and fitness social media influencers. He is a former competitive fitness model. Follow him on X, Instagram and YouTube. Visit stevecookhealth.com. Steve Cook: The Rock is not natural From The Rock’s famous physique to the Kardashian cartoonish curves, unbelievable bodies are…

July 4, 20240Comments

ByJoe Warner

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Why are so many young women on steroids?

Victoria Felkar Victoria Felkar is an interdisciplinary researcher and instructor working across the fields of kinesiology, medicine, critical studies and the humanities. Here specific research focus explores women's health and female hormone manipulation within sport and medicine. Follow her on Instagram. Visit victoriafelkar.com. Women on steroids: girls are driven to drugs by social media In…

May 26, 20240Comments

ByJoe Warner

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Should all men be on testosterone replacement therapy?

Ali Gilbert Ali Gilbert, AKA the Queen of Men’s Health, is the founder of Silverback Coaching. She has been active in the health and fitness industry for more than 20 years, dedicated to providing cutting-edge male-focused health information in the most entertaining way. She began her training career with clients primarily looking to improve their…

May 21, 20240Comments

ByDr Jonny Rees

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The signs of low testosterone

Testosterone is a vital hormone for men’s health, supporting everything from muscle mass and bone density to red blood cell production, heart health, fertility and sexual function. No wonder abnormally low testosterone levels are linked to serious medical problems, including infertility, erectile dysfunction, diabetes, anaemia, osteoporosis, fatigue, obesity, heart disease – and even a 35%…

May 7, 20240Comments

ByMark Bailey

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