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Arnold Schwarzenegger’s dumbbell-only workout for balanced muscle gains
WHILE MANY FOCUS on barbell lifts, with the “big three” (bench, squat, and deadlift) taking priority, if your goals include being athletic and building a balanced physique, then unilateral training shouldn’t be overlooked, reckons Arnold Schwarzenegger. To...
Man mountain Tom Haviland relies on these 3 lifts for his monster strength
Pack on serious muscle and build a robust physique with these classic strongman moves
The Nike Melbourne Marathon Festival and the tricky art of running free
At this year’s Nike Melbourne Marathon Festival, Men’s Health head of brand Ben Jhoty attempted to ‘take it easy’ and run freely. As many seasoned runners know, that’s often easier said than done
‘I tried Ryan Reynolds’ full-body workout – and it might be my new favourite routine’
IT'S EASY TO forget Ryan Reynolds is closing in on 50. Since Blade: Trinity in 2004, the Canadian actor has kept himself in Hollywood-ready shape for roles like Green Lantern and Deadpool – the antihero whose humour often overshadows his serious physical prep. That...
YouTuber trains one side of his body heavy and one side light for 60 days – here’s what worked best
SHOUD YOU GO heavy with fewer reps, or light with higher reps? It’s a gym debate that’s been raging for decades. Some say heavy loads are the only way to build real size, while others swear that light weights and higher reps are the way for bigger gains. Jeremy...
This is how close to failure you should train for muscle growth, according to science
IF YOU'VE EVER wondered whether you really need to grind every set to absolute failure to grow muscle, you’re not alone. Plenty of lifters swear by the 'leave nothing in the tank' approach, while others argue that smart programming means knowing when to back...
Olympian Jeff Riseley on finding the joy in running
IS RUNNING A cult? It can feel like it these days, amid an unprecedented running boom and the explosion of run clubs. It’s easy to see why the pastime has taken off. Few pursuits are as accessible and few equal running’s capacity to shape your life in so many positive...
Could you pass Trump’s new Presidential Fitness Test?
US President Donald Trump wants to re-introduce a fitness test to assess the health of American teenagers. Passing it is harder than you'd think
‘At 105, I still exercise daily – these are my secrets to staying active’
At 105, this former university dean still exercises every day – here’s how running helped him through career stress and led to a lifetime of fitness
Tom Aspinall is lifting big ahead of UFC Paris – and this workout proves it
From 100kg rows to explosive box jumps, Aspinall's prep is as intense as you’d expect
3 workouts a day and midnight rucks: inside Jon Bernthal’s extreme training for ‘The Punisher’
Bernthal's punishing prep was pure method madness
‘The Quadfather’ Tom Platz Slams modern squats – here’s how to fix your form
Platz says we’ve strayed too far from the Olympic-style squat – but should you follow his advice?
How Brodie Grundy locks in at the end of a long season
The Sydney Swans' season may be all but over, but Brodie Grundy is still giving 100 per cent every week
Chris Hemsworth reveals his go-to full-body circuit when time’s tight
Half an hour is all Hemsworth needs to get an effective machine-based workout in
Your last-minute checklist to ace the City2Surf
The countdown to the City2Surf has begun. Make sure you're fully prepared for race day with these last minute expert tips
CrossFit vs Hyrox: these are the key differences that matter
And why training for one won't necessarily prep you for the other
How 54-year-old Matt Damon got ripped to play Odysseus in ‘The Odyssey’
Damon trained like a warrior to bring Odysseus to life – and it shows
How to conquer the City2Surf, according to an expert
Its rolling slopes may be daunting, but as long as you follow these tips you needn’t fear Heartbreak Hill
Vin Diesel uses these muscle-shocking techniques to stay jacked at 58
The 'Fast and Furious' star includes everything from powerlifting and calisthenics to jiu-jitsu and Pilates