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From 1999 to 2005, Johnny Nelson was cruiserweight champion of the world. No man has ever held that title for longer. Today, Johnny is a Sky Sports boxing pundit and, at 53, has just launched an online fitness programme for men of all ages. We caught up with him just as he was looking forward to this weekend’s big Tyson Fury fight...

Chef, restaurateur and food writer Adam Byatt is out to prove cooking lamb can be simple. The proprietor of Clapham’s Michelin-starred Trinity restaurant has created three easy-to-follow recipes that will impress your date, impress your mates or just satisfy your craving for a kebab.

Music lovers from across the generations are going old school in their droves. With the latest figures showing UK vinyl sales went up for the 12th consecutive year in 2019, we grabbed Neil White of specialist retailer Richer Sounds for the lowdown on the hardware you need to make the most of the vinyl revival.

The Sunday roast is not just an icon of British cuisine. It is an enduring part of British culture. Knowing how to carve is a skill that sets you up for life, ensuring you will always enjoy the juiciest, most tender meat at your table. Two meat-focused heroes of the London restaurant scene – Oliver Gladwin of Sussex and Roast’s Matt Bishop – gave SLMan seven tips for not butchering your showpiece meal.

If you're not good at talking about your mental health, a podcast can be a great way to reflect and think about better self-care. Offering wisdom and wit on everything from why feelings aren’t failure to the pressures men face when it comes to mental health, here are the ones you could really benefit from listening to.

A recent survey showed more than half of British adults feel their sex lives are in desperate need of a boost. Nearly a fifth of couples have sex less than once a month, with 20% saying they never speak about sex with their partner. Whether you’re stuck in a long-term rut or going through a dry spell on the singles scene, sex therapist Kate Moyle, might be able to help…

Not keen on all the Valentine’s Day fuss? Then why not grace the kitchen with your presence this Friday 14th. From authentic bruschetta with bresaola to spicy king prawn linguine, these straightforward dinner recipes are guaranteed to impress. Even better, you can pick up all the ingredients you’ll need in one swoop at Waitrose.

Two years ago, Maiya was arrested and charged with possession with intent to supply crack cocaine and heroin. He was sentenced to 30 months in prison. That’s where he met Key4Life, a charity that works to reduce youth reoffending by providing mentorship, life skills and action plans for serving and ex-prisoners. Key4Life introduced Maiya to SLMan and he went on to complete a work taster in digital publishing. While he was with us, he jumped at an opportunity to get in front of the camera and tell his story. From dealing to prison to what can happen next, here is that story – and those photos.

Still not been forgiven for last year’s bunch of flowers? Well there’s no excuse to make the same mistake because there are myriad floristry services vying for your attention. SLMan has scoured the city and found the florists that will make you look good come Valentine’s Day, your anniversary or, just because you care.

More and more men are recognising the value of self-care and London’s spas are responding. Whether you’re looking for thermal waters, a sleep pod or a deep-tissue massage, there’s now a spa that can help. Here’s a rundown of the city’s best places for guaranteed relaxation.

If you fancy yourself as a bit of a dab hand in the kitchen you’ll want the tools to match your talent. And what’s more important than a killer set of knives? SLMan asked Tom Aikens, chef-owner of Muse, and Tim Hayward, food critic and knife aficionado, to get the low down on which brand to buy and how to use them to your advantage.

Proposing is a stressful business especially if you’re picking the ring. Whilst some men wouldn’t dare, others are adamant that getting down on one knee doesn’t feel right without a ring in their pocket. If you fall into the latter camp then help is generally advisable. To demystify some of the jargon and explain the dos and don’ts we spoke to jewellery journalist Rachael Taylor and designer Emma Clarkson Webb.