Whether you want to build muscle, improve endurance or gain strength, it pays to stick to a solid workout plan. But if you find your progress plateauing, it might be time to switch things up. From priorities to goals, and the importance of recovery, SLMan asked the experts for their advice.

Sometimes, it feels like fitness trends move faster than a HIIT class – and smart recovery is quickly gaining the same traction as efficient training. To find out more about the latest strategies for speeding up recovery, SLMan asked two fitness how best to get your body back on track.

Founder of The Movement Blueprint, PT Harvey Lawton is known for his holistic approach to fitness. Combining strength and conditioning with injury rehabilitation and corrective exercise, he’s considered one of the UK’s top trainers. From the importance of mobility to why it could be worth taking creatine, he shares his training rules with SLMan.

According to recent statistics, 74% of British adults have been so stressed in the past year they’ve been left feeling overwhelmed or unable to cope. But what if there was a supplement that could help you adapt and improve your focus? Meet adaptogens – the edible herbs taking the health world by storm. Here’s why they’re worth a try…

A century and a half after they were invented, condoms remain our preferred choice for preventing STIs and unwanted pregnancy. Today, they’ve come a long way from the early days and are available in myriad materials, textures, sizes and shapes. SLMan spoke to two sexual health experts to find out everything from why size does matter to the latest innovations.

Worried your mental health isn’t tip top? Or curious as to whether your drinking habits are normal? You’re not alone. According to Michael Mosley and Toby Fielding of The Fast 800, these are among the most common patient inquiries that doctors have to field. Here, the pair answer those queries and nine other FAQs covering the importance of checking everything down below to why your waist size matters…

From personalised protein powder to compression boots that maximise your recovery, here are the new products changing the world of health and fitness in September…

In changing rooms and on social media, body fat percentage is a fitness buzzword. But how much does it really matter? SLMan asked a pair of pros for answers. From why it’s impossible to spot-reduce fat to the benefits of interval training and a high-protein diet, here’s what they had to say…

Ever feel tired, distracted and just not with it, even after truck loads of coffee? You might have been suffering from brain fog. While not a medical condition, brain fog is acknowledged by experts as a real thing. SLMan asked the pros for their top tips for supercharging a sluggish brain. Here’s what they had to say…

Testosterone does more than just build muscle. It supports optimal energy levels, sex drive, sleep and wellbeing. However, once you reach your 30s, testosterone production starts to decline, increasing your risk of certain diseases and taking a toll on your muscle mass and physical performance. To understand more about the hormone, SLMan asked the experts what you need to know…

Whatever it is that stops you from switching off, you’re not alone if you struggle to sleep. Recent statistics show almost two-thirds of British adults have issues when it comes to falling asleep. From the nutrients to prioritise to science-backed supplements to consider, here’s what the experts recommend…

Going veggie – or even vegan – is an ever more common lifestyle choice, but what about those who are heading in the other direction? Proponents of an all-meat carnivore diet claim it can encourage weight loss, ease depression and reverse diabetes. Others say its restricted approach to nutrition is a sure-fire route to deficiencies and gut problems. To find out more, SLMan asked the experts…