Healthy For Men

In this episode, we speak to personal trainer Simon Waterson. Simon is a former marine commando who turns actors into athletes.   He has effectively been James Bond’s PT for more than 25 years. Simon has worked with Daniel Craig on all of his Bond films, and he’s also worked with many of Hollywood’s biggest names, like Chris Evans for Captain America, Chris Pratt in Guardians of the Galaxy, and preparing Benedict Cumberbatch to play Doctor Strange.   Simon has just written a new book called ‘Intelligent Fitness’ which details his experiences of working with all the big names, even revealing the specific workouts he did with each of them.   Simon tells us some of the stories of what goes on behind the scenes on the biggest blockbusters, and some of his own recollections of working with A-listers.   We also hear some fantastic advice and inspiration for listeners who might be starting their own 2022 fitness regime – Simon has plenty of tips to help you out.   Intelligent Fitness: The Smart Way to Reboot Your Body and Get in Shape by Simon Waterson is published by Michael O'Mara Books in hardback, £18.99, and available from all good bookshops. For more great mental health, fitness, health and nutrition content, check out Healthy For Men in the latest issue of healthy magazine, on sale at Holland and Barrett stores, and online at hollandandbarrett.com   Presenter: Gershon Portnoi Producer: Andy Greening Assistant Editor - Lucy Hembury-Gunn Podcast artwork: Andy Greening Healthy For Men theme song by Premium Beats and intro/interlude music – Holding Anchor - Giants' Nest via Epidemic Sound

In this episode, we speak to Scott Oughton-Johnson, the founder of the Proper Blokes Club, a walking group that he set up to help break the stigma surrounding men’s mental health, encouraging men to be more open. The club currently has four different London branches where men are free to come along for a walk and talk. Our producer Andy Greening also went on a walk with the Proper Blokes Club, and we’ll hear from some of the walkers too. To find out more about The Proper Blokes Club, visit: theproperblokesclub.co.uk For more great mental health, fitness, health and nutrition content, check out Healthy For Men in the latest issue of healthy magazine, on sale at Holland and Barrett stores, and online at hollandandbarrett.com Presenter: Gershon Portnoi Co-presenter and Producer: Andy Greening Music: Epidemic Sound  Thank you to everyone involved and contributed on The Proper Blokes Club Greenwich walk  

In this episode, we interview inspirational Team GB Paralympian Richard Whitehead. Richard, who has a double through-knee congenital amputation, is currently in Tokyo, where he’s aiming to win his third consecutive 200m gold. Not only has Richard competed in the last two Paralympics, he’s also achieved all manner of extraordinary feats, including breaking the marathon world record and running 40 marathons in 40 days.    He was also awarded an MBE for his services to athletics back in 2013.   We talked to Richard about everything from his intense training, his motivational messages, to the strange rumours that he used to be a dance teacher…     Richard Whitehead is a Levitex ambassador. Levitex is a pillow and mattress company founded by James Leindhart which is dedicated to educating you on the importance of sleep posture and helping you improve it - they’re revolutionising the domestic sleep market. Levitex works with elite athletes and sportspeople to aid their recovery and performance, as well as the NHS and local authorities to help improve posture for patients living with neurological illnesses such as cerebral palsy, multiple sclerosis, and catastrophic brain injuries. To find out more about Levitex and how their pillows and mattresses could impact your life visit: www.levitex.co.uk For more great health and fitness content, check out Healthy For Men in the latest issue of healthy magazine, on sale at Holland and Barrett stores and online at hollandandbarrett.com   Presenter: Gershon Portnoi Producer: Andy Greening

In this episode, we host an honest discussion about the responsibility on men when it comes to the unacceptable abuse suffered by women. Earlier this year, the horrific murder of Sarah Everard led to a huge outcry from women who have understandably had enough of the abuse they’ve suffered at the hands of men. This has also given rise to an unprecedented number of women bravely coming forward to talk about their experiences of abuse from men, from the everyday catcalling that goes on in the streets, to physical and sexual attacks. A line has been drawn in the sand, so we wanted to understand what men can do to help make sure that abuse against women becomes a thing of the past. To help us work all that out, we’re joined by three excellent guests: Social psychologist Professor Russell Luyt, head of Human Sciences at the University of Greenwich, and co-author of Masculine Power and Gender Equality: Masculinities as Change Agents (Springer, £87.50) Deniz Ugur, deputy director of the End Violence Against Women Coalition endviolenceagainstwomen.org.uk Emma Kay – the founder of the WalkSafe app, https://www.walksafe.io To find out more about this subject, you can read Healthy For Men in the latest issue of healthy magazine, on sale from June 19 at Holland and Barrett stores, and online at hollandandbarrett.com

In this episode, we speak to Matt Fitzgerald, author of the new book The Comeback Quotient, which looks at the science and the stories behind some of sport’s greatest comebacks.    Everyone loves an inspirational sporting fairytale story, and Matt’s fascinating book uncovers how some athletes are able to put some serious adversity behind them to overcome obstacles and hit their goals.     In the book, Matt identifies these mega-achievers of astounding comebacks as ‘ultrarealists’. These men and women succeed where others fail by fully accepting, embracing, and addressing the reality of their situations. We chat to Matt about the unique mental qualities of these athletes, and how there’s so much we can all learn from the way they deal with setbacks to help us cope with our everyday life issues.   Host by Gershon Portnoi Recorded by Gershon Portnoi Edited by Andy Greening Directed by Andy Greening and Gershon Portnoi Special thanks to Matt Fitzgerald Podcast artwork by Andy Greening Music Healthy For Men theme song by Premium Beats Intro music –  'Currents' by 'Mhern' via Epidemic Sound    Remember you can pick up the latest edition of Healthy For Men Magazine in your local Holland & Barrett, online at hollandandbarrett.com, and via the Holland & Barrett app. Healthy For Men Podumentary is by Healthy For Men magazine which is published by River Sounds which is part of River Group Content Limited 2021   Please note: All views are those of our guests and not of Healthy For Men or Holland & Barrett, unless explicitly stated otherwise. Any reference to brands and/ or products should not be considered as an endorsement. 

In the latest episode of the Healthy For Men podcast, we speak to four experts at the top of their fields, all of whom can help us to have the best possible year ahead. We have stress expert Neil Shah on how to stay balanced in these most testing of times. Nutrition consultant Laura Clark gives us the lowdown on snacking healthily – the good news is that biscuits are allowed! Ultrarunner Kristian Morgan tells us how to set - and hit - realistic fitness goals. And sports nutritionist Felicity Lyons reveals all you’ll ever need to know about protein. Host by Gershon Portnoi Recorded by Gershon Portnoi Edited by Andy Greening Directed by Andy Greening and Gershon Portnoi Special thanks to Kristian Morgan, Neil Shah, Laura Clark and Felicity Lyons Podcast artwork by Andy Greening Music Healthy For Men theme song by Premium Beats Intro music – Giants' Nest by Holding Anchor via Epidemic Sound Other music – Body on Fire by D Fine Us, Caution by Skrxlla, GO! by Akinyemi, More Than Life by Mike Kirin via Artlist   Remember you can pick up the latest edition of Healthy For Men Magazine in your local Holland & Barrett, online at hollandandbarrett.com, and via the Holland & Barrett app. Healthy For Men Podumentary is by Healthy For Men magazine which is published by River Sounds which is part of River Group Content Limited 2021   Please note: All views are those of our guests and not of Healthy For Men or Holland & Barrett, unless explicitly stated otherwise. Any reference to brands and/ or products should not be considered as an endorsement. 

We think you'll love this new podcast. Introducing the brand new Holland & Barrett Podcast series, The Wellness Edit. Most of us probably feel we’d like to be a bit healthier, but it isn’t always easy to know how. Advice can be confusing, contradictory – and, let’s face it, difficult to stick to. Dr Gemma Newman, also known as the Plant Power Doctor, is a medical GP and also has a huge belief that health is holistic. Through Gemma's work, she knows that body, mind and soul are connected. You have to look at them together if you want to truly achieve wellness – the state of being healthy in both body and mind. In The Wellness Edit podcast, brought to you by Holland & Barrett, Dr Gemma will be unpacking key wellness topics with some of her favourite experts, getting their insight and advice on the biggies – those areas in life so many of us struggle with, like how to sleep better, get more energy and support our immune systems. With their help, we’ll be making wellness simple, so that more of us can live longer, healthier and happier lives. Head to the Holland & Barrett website at hollandandbarrett.com/podcast to find out how to subscribe to The Wellness Edit and be among the first to listen to the new series. In the meantime, don't forget to listen to our new episode in which we speak to Vendee Globe round the world sailor Alex Thomson.

In this episode, we speak to British Vendée Globe round-the-world sailor Alex Thomson, about the challenges he faces while spending two-and-a-half months alone at sea, travelling 26,000 miles around the world. Alex tells us about every aspect of his preparation for the marathon effort that he describes as "the world’s most difficult sporting challenge, and the ultimate test of a person’s physical and mental strength."       From surviving on 30 minutes of sleep at a time, to eating freeze-dried food, and the difficulties of going to the toilet, Alex tells us everything there is to know about competing in the race, including how he has learned some of life's biggest lessons in the process.     Host by Gershon Portnoi Recorded by Gershon Portnoi and Andy Greening Edited by Andy Greening Directed by Andy Greening and Gershon Portnoi Special thanks to Alex Thomson, Curtis Nice and Sarah Taylor Podcast artwork by Andy Greening Photos Alex Thomson Racing   Healthy For Men theme song by Premium Beats and intro/interlude music –Siamese Sea - Molife via Epidemic Sound   Remember you can pick up the latest edition of Healthy For Men Magazine in your local Holland & Barrett, online at hollandandbarrett.com, and via the Holland & Barrett app. Healthy For Men Podumentary is by Healthy For Men magazine which is published by River Sounds which is part of River Group Content Limited 2020   Also don't forget to check out Holland & Barrett's new podcast The Wellness Edit, learn more at https://www.hollandandbarrett.com/podcast/   Please note: All views are those of our guests and not of Healthy For Men or Holland & Barrett, unless explicitly stated otherwise. Any reference to brands and/ or products should not be considered as an endorsement. 

We speak to British endurance motor racing trailblazer Phillip Hanson. In this conversation we talk to Phillip about he prepares mentally for a racing season, getting himself in the right zone to push through the toughest and demanding moments of endurance racing. We speak in detail too about how Phillip gets race fit, and the hear about his unique fitness regime. Phil is the youngest Asian Le Mans Series champion (2016-17) and is the youngest European Le Mans Series outright race winner (2018). Phil is also the youngest outright Asian Le Mans Series championship winner (2018-19) and in 2019, became youngest overall top-10 finisher in history of the Le Mans 24 Hours when he claimed ninth place (4th in class).   Host by Tom Rowley Recorded by Tom Rowley Edited by Andy Greening Video by Andy Greening Directed by Andy Greening and Tom Rowley Special thanks to Phil Hanson Podcast artwork by Andy Greening Healthy For Men theme song by Premium Beats and intro music – Cerchi by Syncro via Artlist   Remember you can pick up the latest edition of Healthy For Men Magazine in your local Holland & Barrett, online at hollandandbarrett.com, and via the Holland & Barrett app. Healthy For Men Podumentary is by Healthy For Men magazine which is published by River Sounds which is part of River Group Content Limited 2020   Please note: All views are those of our guests and not of Healthy For Men or Holland & Barrett, unless explicitly stated otherwise. Any reference to brands and/ or products should not be considered as an endorsement. 

How do we stay healthy during a pandemic? In this episode we speak with author and chef Gaz Oakley about cooking great food with limited resources, staying physically fit in small spaces, and keeping your mental health in a good place while social distancing from friends and loved ones. This episode was recorded with host Tom Rowley and Gaz Oakley in their respective kitchens during the COVID-19 pandemic. Gaz’s new book Plants Only Kitchen is out 30th of April 2020 with Quadrille Publishing. Host Tom Rowley Audio engineered and edited by Andy Greening Video by Andy Greening Directed by Andy Greening and Tom Rowley Special thanks to Gaz Oakley Podcast artwork by Andy Greening Healthy For Men theme song by Premium Beats and intro music by Dream by City Beats Vol.2 Other music by Artlist Healthy For Men Podumentary is by Healthy For Men magazine which is published by River Sounds which is part of River Group Content Limited 2020

Whether social media or a changing social landscape are to blame, our belief in ourselves is suffering. HFM speak to communication expert Dominic Colenso to examine why, and what you can do about it. You’ll learn practical techniques and reassuring advice about having an impact on your environment, whether through simple social interaction or public speaking.   Dominic James Colenso is a speaker, communications expert and former professional actor. He’s the founder of In Flow Training and starred in the 2004 movie adaptation of Thunderbirds, playing Virgil Tracy.     Colenso’s book IMPACT is out now through Rethink Press.   Host Tom Rowley Audio engineered and edited by Andy Greening Video by Andy Greening Directed by Andy Greening and Tom Rowley   Special thanks to Dominic Colenso   Podcast artwork by Andy Greening   Healthy For Men theme song by Premium Beats Other music by Artlist   Healthy For Men Podumentary is by Healthy For Men magazine which is published by River Sounds which is part of River Group Content Limited 2020

We speak with Edric Kennedy Macfoy. A firefighter for London Fire Brigade for over 13 years, Edric is now a personal trainer and life coach concentrating on changing lives through physical training and plant-based nutrition.   Edric discusses his journey on becoming a vegan, his advocacy for plant-based nutrition and his transition from a whey drinking 'meathead' to yogi.   Edric also speaks about facing his morals and turning vegan overnight. Host Tom Rowley Audio engineered and edited by Andy Greening Video by Andy Greening Directed by Andy Greening and Tom Rowley Special thanks to Edric Kennedy Macfoy Podcast artwork by Andy Greening Healthy For Men theme song by Premium Beats Other music by Artlist Healthy For Men Podumentary is by Healthy For Men magazine which is published by River Sounds which is part of River Group Content Limited 2020

TV presenter and HFM grooming expert Stuart Miles fought the odds of aging and built muscle while burning fat at 50 years old. Stuart and personal trainer Henry Ives of H+ Performance spoke with HFM about the results and challenges of building muscle. We also discuss some common fitness myths and share invaluable advice for those wanting to meet their goals. Check out Stuart's feature about his transformation in our November/December issue of Healthy For Men on sale in any Holland & Barrett store across the UK.    Host Tom Rowley Audio engineered and edited by Andy Greening Directed by Andy Greening and Tom Rowley Special thanks to Stuart Miles and Henry Ives Healthy For Men theme song by Premium Beats, other music from Artlist.io Healthy For Men Podumentary is by Healthy For Men magazine which is published by River Group Content Limited 2019

In this episode we talk to sex educator Alix Fox about male attitudes towards sex. Alix explains why men and women should learn about sex together, and she presents some exciting methods of starting the conversation with your partner about your sexual desires.       Alix Fox is multi-award winning broadcaster, sex educator, and journalist. She has worked as the news editor for Bizarre magazine, writes regularly for publications like The Guardian, Stylist, Cosmopolitan, Time Out, Fabulous and Red. She also Alix hosts the hilarious Unexpected Fluids podcast on BBC Radio 1, and she's a script advisor for the fantastic Netflix show Sex Education.       For more exciting content on sexual health, check out our interview with Love Island contestant and NHS doctor Dr Alex George.    You can also watch this interview via this Facebook link   Host Tom Rowley Audio engineered and edited by Andy Greening Directed by Andy Greening and Tom Rowley Special thanks to Alix Fox Podcast artwork by Andy Greening    Healthy For Men theme song by Premium Beats Other music by Artlist     Healthy For Men Podumentary is by Healthy For Men magazine which is published by River Group Content Limited 2019

We spoke with Love Island's Dr Alex George about how to maintain optimum sexual health and make the most of your romantic relationships. He also share his views on mental health and reality TV, explaining his role in developing counselling for participants of ITV2's hit reality TV show Love Island. Alex, 27, is an NHS doctor and resident doctor for ITV's Good Morning Britain. Alex has been an advocate for positive mental health, regularly discussing the future of reality TV and those who have been negatively affected by it. Alex faced mental health problems after leaving the house due to constant abuse from trolls online. Following this, he helped bring in after-care (counselling) for all participants in Love Island. Host Tom Rowley Audio engineered and edited by Andy Greening Directed by Andy Greening and Tom Rowley Special thanks to Dr Alex George Podcast artwork by Andy Greening    Healthy For Men theme song by Premium Beats Other music by Artlist   Healthy For Men Podumentary is by Healthy For Men magazine which is published by River Group Content Limited 2019

Toxic masculinity has been a contentious topic of recent years, so what is masculinity and can it be toxic? In this episode, we speak with a psychotherapist about how masculinity affects men's mental health, a dating expert discusses the role masculinity has within relationships, an advocate for equal parenting shares his view on men's wellbeing and raising children, a sports coach reveals his journey with toxic masculinity, and a transgender comedian highlights some issues about gender identity.   Host Tom Rowley Audio engineered and edited by Andy Greening Directed by Andy Greening and Tom Rowley Special thanks to Damien Ridge, James Stewart, Craig McGinlay, Jordan Grey, David Freed, and Lewie Lett Podcast artwork by Andy Greening    Healthy For Men theme song by Premium Beats Other music by Artlist Healthy For Men Podumentary is by Healthy For Men magazine which is published by River Group Content Limited 2019

HFM speak to Olympic triathlete Gordon Benson and learn how to fuel, train and sleep like a pro. Gordon discusses his experience as a supporting athlete for the Brownlee brothers, and training for the Rio Olympics. Benson went into the Rio 2016 Games as a Pilot athlete, supporting the Brownlee brothers in the race. Unfortunately, Benson was involved in a crash during the cycle segment in Rio and was forced to quit the race. Benson still had a major part of the team’s preparations for the Games. Host Tom Rowley Audio engineered and edited by Andy Greening Directed by Andy Greening and Tom Rowley Special thanks to Gordon Benson Podcast artwork by Andy Greening Healthy For Men theme song by Premium Beats Other music by Artlist Healthy For Men Podumentary is by Healthy For Men magazine which is published by River Group Content Limited 2018

Actor and fitness expert Craig McGinlay from Paisley, Scotland, speaks to HFM about priming for his role as Sir Percival in Guy Ritchie’s King Arthur: Legend of the Sword alongside Jude Law, his love for rugby, and moving from a career in training athletes to Hollywood stardom. You can now watch Craig in the latest season of Outlander on STARZ and Amazon Prime. Craig was named a British GQ Rising Star in June 2017 and Breakthrough Star of the Year at the 2015 Scottish Style Awards. Special thanks to Craig McGinlay Written and directed by Tom Rowley and Andy Greening Audio engineered and edited by Andy Greening Artwork photograph by Michael Shelford Podcast artwork by Andy Greening Healthy For Men theme song by Premium Beats Bounce music by Artlist This episode is in partnership with Bounce Foods Healthy for Men 79 November/December 2018 is available now in Holland & Barrett or order online here Healthy For Men Podumentary is by Healthy For Men magazine which is published by River Group Content Limited 2018

Why do we sleep, and what happens to our brain when we don’t? Sleep therapist Risa Gabrielle says that a good night’s sleep starts from the moment you wake up, so HFM speak with Risa about the importance of getting your 40 winks and how to master your mind for positive mental health. Special thanks to Risa Gabrielle Written and directed by Tom Rowley and Andy Greening Audio engineered and edited by Andy Greening Podcast artwork by Andy Greening Healthy For Men theme song by Premium Beats Bounce music by Artlist This episode is in partnership with Bounce Foods Healthy for Men 79 November/December 2018 is available now in Holland & Barrett or order online here Healthy For Men Podumentary is by Healthy For Men magazine which is published by River Group Content Limited 2018

The ketogenic diet has increasingly become a popular choice for athletes and weight loss, Keto is a very low carbohydrate and high-fat diet which changes the metabolism in the body from burning glucose for energy to burning fat for energy. It’s currently a recognised treatment for intractable (drug-resistant) epilepsy, Glut 1 Deficiency and Pyruvate Dehydrogenase Deficiency. Increasingly the diet is being looked at in other neuro-metabolic conditions as well as Brain Cancer. We speak to Emma Williams MBE – Founder/Trustee and CEO of Matthews Friends, a charity specialising in growing the awareness and growth of a medical ketogenic diet. Emma’s son Matthew started having seizures at the age of 9 months. When Matthew was just 2 years old Emma found out about the Ketogenic Diet but when she asked Matthew’s neurologist to try the diet she was told that it didn’t work, it was disgusting and medication was the best option. Only when Matthew was 7 years old did she finally get the chance to get Matthew onto the diet thanks to the trial that Professor Helen Cross was carrying out at Great Ormond Street Hospital. Within 2 weeks of starting the diet Matthew’s seizures had reduced by 90% and within 8 months he was off all medication. Emma founded the charity Matthew’s Friends in 2004 to share her experiences with others, provide support and promote the use of the ketogenic diet for those suffering from intractable epilepsy. 2013 saw her awarded an MBE from Her Majesty the Queen for her services to Children with Epilepsy. To learn more about Matthews Friends please visit https://www.matthewsfriends.org/ Special thanks to Emma Williams MBE Written and directed by Tom Rowley and Andy Greening Audio engineered and edited by Andy Greening Podcast artwork by Andy Greening Healthy For Men theme song by Premium Beats This episode is in partnership with Bounce Foods Healthy for Men 79 November/December 2018 is available now in Holland & Barrett or order online here Healthy For Men Podumentary is by Healthy For Men magazine which is published by River Group Content Limited 2018