Tennis and squash have had it too easy for too long. Now they’ve got competition: padel is the world’s fastest growing racket sport, with more than 200 courts in the UK alone. Want to get involved? We asked three top coaches for what to know – and what to do…

In recent years therapy has become a more mainstream method to help people cope with anxiety, depression, grief and relationship issues. However, with a multitude of styles available and a lack of industry regulations, finding the right therapist for you can be difficult. That’s why we asked two experts what to think about when looking for one.

The suicide rate among men is more than triple what it is for women. Yet men account for only 36% of NHS referrals for psychological therapy. Here’s what the experts want more men to know and do…

Golf season is in full swing. Looking to up your game? Each bit of kit here has the power to turn little birdies into soaring eagles…

In this exclusive SLMan video, ultrarunner William Goodge takes us behind the scenes as he trains for his transcontinental run across the US with his friend and mentor Robbie Balenger. At 7,000ft elevation in snow-covered Colorado, the pair chat through William’s training regime and recovery techniques – plus the obstacles ahead in this huge, 64-day challenge…

To be a good runner, you need strong glutes and hamstrings to propel the body forwards, a solid core to generate force, and a strong upper body to keep you stable. The problem is, if you’re not training right, running can wear down muscle. We sat down with Harvey Lawton – co-founder of Run Shape Resilience and ultrarunner William Goodge’s strength coach – to discover his secrets for becoming a stronger runner, including a seven-day programme to kick-start your new regime…

When you’re training to run across America in 64 days, you have to sweat the small details. These are the brands that William Goodge uses to squeeze every last drop out of himself on the road from LA to New York…

Adam Peaty, Lewis Hamilton, Tom Daley, Chris Froome. Four men who have reached the very top of their sport. Four men who also follow meat-free diets. Here’s how to achieve peak fitness without ever eating another chicken breast…

It’s no secret sleep is crucial for our wellbeing, but experts agree it’s the quality of your sleep that matters more than the quantity. Rapid eye movement (REM) sleep is one of the four stages we move between throughout the night, and while all sleep is important, REM plays an important role in our memory, emotional processing and healthy brain development. However, it’s easy for certain lifestyle habits can throw your REM off balance. Here’s what the experts want you to know…

We’ve reached that time of year when men across the country are dusting down their lycra and preparing to come out of cycling hibernation. From the latest high-performance gear to new off-road adventures, here’s what’s changed since you were last in the saddle – plus we’ve got a few tips from some top coaches for taking your riding to the next level…

Everyone knows they can eat themselves fitter, but only a few know the secrets of eating themselves happier. We asked the experts how to create a mood-boosting menu – from supercharged breakfasts to handy supplements, these are the golden rules…

Looking to get fitter and build lean muscle? You’re probably not considering Pilates. But you should be, say the experts. Here’s what they want you to know – and why adherents like David Beckham and LeBron James are onto something…