Your body is a machine. Here’s how to take care of every part of it—from protecting your heart to injury-proofing your joints—for the long haul.
10 new men’s fragrances to wear this winter
AS WINTER ARRIVES, a chill enters the air and outerwear comes back into fashion, we enter a time of change. During this period, your choice of fragrances should also change. Now's when you should shelve the fragrances of autumn, with their hybrid scent profiles that...
Cold plunges strengthen your cells, help manage stress, study confirms
New research confirms benefits of cold plunges in improving cell function and managing stress. Is it time you took a dip?
The winning routine: how Jason Jouan balances fitness, business, and growth
Jason Jouan transformed his journey with focus, harmony, and a growth mindset to achieve his goals. Here’s how you can too
The truth about TikTok’s ‘Cortisol Face’
TRUE: WE'RE THE most stressed out we've ever been. Also true: it's impacting our health. According to studies, 76 per cent of adults have reported experiencing at least one stress-related health symptom in the last month, including fatigue, headache, or feelings...
Sydney’s best day spas for men
WHILE THE DAY spa has historically been the preserve of women, these days everyone – regardless of their gender – is in on the pampering act. Self-care sanctuaries, spas are where you can leave daily stresses and strains behind you and – for a price – up your...
New research suggests optimal daily step count for health (and it’s less than 10,000)
IT SEEMS SO long ago now that we were first told to aim for the ‘gold standard’ of 10,000 steps a day for our health, that this number rarely goes challenged. But is it really a solid recommendation? And, moreover, is step count even a good predictor...
Light exercise before bed key to a good night’s sleep
IF YOU’VE EVER played sports in the evening, you’ll know it can be tough to get to sleep afterwards. Your blood is still pumping; adrenaline is still spiking and replays of missed goals or overzealous tackles are still buzzing around your brain. You can lie awake for...
Can Your Brain Tame Chronic Pain?
A new way to use your mind to process chronic pain might finally get you some relief. We delved in to see if it’s weird, or about to change your life.
Study Suggests Everyday Beer Drinking Could Actually Improve Your Gut Health
Turns out there might just be a benefit to drinking a beer every day, after all.
‘I Used These Physician-approved Strategies To Improve My Cholesterol’
Nik Mercer was just 29 when
he found out his cholesterol numbers were
way out of control. Scary, yes. Fixable? That, too. Here’s his
doctor-approved plan
The New Millennium Mullet Is Here to Stay
Some speculate the return of the mullet is a byproduct of the rise in ’80s and ’90s nostalgia. Others suspect it’s an act of rebellion in an increasingly controlling society. And some, like Zach Russell from Sydney’s Barberhood, reckon its return to prominence is...
Strongman Eddie Hall Details His Battle With Long Covid
After being hospitalised with Covid-19 in 2020, Hall reveals that he’s still struggling with symptoms associated with long-Covid.
Study Reveals The Impact Being Tall Has On Your Health
The world’s largest study of height and disease sought to provide a greater insight into the common infections and diseases that those tall people amongst us are more susceptible to.
Can Bandaids Really Be Used To Treat Acne? Here’s What A Dermatologist Thinks
The latest TikTok trend is seeing Gen Z turn to band-aids as a salve for acne. But does this skincare hack really work?
Study Reveals Watching Less TV Could Cut Heart Disease
According to a recent study, 11 per cent of cases of heart disease could be prevented if people reduced TV watching from two hours or more a day, to less than an hour.
Here’s The Scientific Explanation Behind Your, Err, Morning Wood
Morning wood is a known fact of life, but if you’ve ever been puzzled as to why exactly sleep-related erections occur, Dr Rena Malik is here to explain the science behind such bodily phenomenons.
4 Of The Best Workouts To Maintain A Healthy Heart
Flex your body's hardest working muscle with a session designed to strengthen your heart for life.
All The Incredible Things A Drop Of Blood Can Reveal About Your Health
Just as the amount, color, odor, and feel of the oil on a car’s dipstick offer clues about wear and tear on the engine, your blood can reveal critical details about the running condition of your entire body.