Health
Men's Health South Africa
POWER THROUGH PURPOSE
After packing on weight during his first few years of uni, Armand knew it was time for a full reset. Here's how he ditched the digits and discovered purpose during his rapid-fire transformation.
2 min |
March/April 2026
Men's Health South Africa
If I Want To Hit PBs in the Gym, Do I Need To Give Up Alcohol Entirely?
I've seen a lot of people kick booze for good when they start looking at how it affects their gym performance and asking questions like, 'Did having that bottle of wine with dinner last night affect my bench press PB?' Maybe it's the clear, tangible feedback you get, as soon as you start paying attention, or maybe it's that people feel their gym lives and social lives become incompatible.
2 min |
March/April 2026
Men's Health South Africa
UNLEASH YOUR INNER ATHLETE
Forge the explosive power you never knew you wanted (while still packing on muscle) with a hybrid training plan built on new science.
3 min |
March/April 2026
Men's Health South Africa
NEW EDITION
We caught up with Matt Kendrick, Ed Sheeran's trainer, to discuss the road to getting MH ready.
3 min |
March/April 2026
Men's Health South Africa
Falling With Style
Executing acrobatic dives from 27m platforms demands strength, skill – and nerves of steel. We sent our rookie to training camp. Don't look down...
10 min |
March/April 2026
Men's Health South Africa
The Semi-Complete User's Guide To Your Spine
Screen scrolling, desk sitting, kid schlepping - modern life can batter and mangle your back. Unless you safeguard it.
2 min |
March/April 2026
Men's Health South Africa
Therapy 2.0
Picture the scene: man forms bond with Al therapist. Al therapist coaches man to tragic end. It could be a Black Mirror episode. Only, this isn't pure fiction. Increasingly, worryingly, men are outsourcing their mental health needs to non-sentient Al chatbots. Is this the future of therapy or a step closer to a dystopian future?
10+ min |
March/April 2026
Men's Health South Africa
THE SHAPE OF ED
I'm stood in the immigration queue at Düsseldorf airport, here to attend the Ed Sheeran Mathematics tour, one of the last stops in what has been an epic four-year journey for the 34-year-old.
10+ min |
March/April 2026
Men's Health South Africa
South Side Story
FACING FIERCE OPPOSITION WITH EVERYTHING TO PLAY FOR, THE ALL-SOUTH AFRICAN TEAM – SOUTHERN GUARDS GC – IS LOOKING TO BRING HOME THE SPOILS AS THE NEW SEASON OF LIV GOLF TEES UP. MEET THE GUYS PUTTING LOCAL GOLFING TALENT ON THE WORLD STAGE.
10 min |
March/April 2026
Men's Health South Africa
Is Not Fasting the New Fasting?
The Fasting Mimicking Diet promises longevity without abstaining from food, but is it worth the hype? MH surveys the science.
3 min |
March/April 2026
Men's Health South Africa
Chasing Status
In his new book, The Art of Spending Money, bestselling author Morgan Housel delves into the helpful and harmful ways we splash our cash. Here, he unpacks the emotions that drive our purchases and how to spend smarter to not just build wealth – but enjoy it.
7 min |
March/April 2026
Men's Health South Africa
Forward Momentum
One of Jozi's fastest-growing running clubs is taking over the city's streets. Meet the men behind this fitness revolution that's turning laps into a gateway to consistency, structure and discipline.
3 min |
March/April 2026
Men's Health South Africa
How To Have Better Sex At Any Age
Don't believe what they say: you can have pleasurable and thrilling sex well into later life - as long as you're willing to work with the benefits and challenges that each decade brings.
8 min |
March/April 2026
Men's Health South Africa
The Write Idea
A self-improvement silver bullet with zero barriers to entry or a glorified diary? Here's the chapter and verse on journalling.
2 min |
March/April 2026
Men's Health South Africa
How Far Should You Go?
If you're looking for a running challenge this year, there's one at every racing distance – from one to 100 kilometres. But, which is best for you?
9 min |
March/April 2026
Men's Health South Africa
Can Fermented Foods Curb Stress?
They're valued gut-health MVPs, but can a dollop of yoghurt or kimchi help you manage your mood, too? MH takes a closer look at the psychobiotic diet.
2 min |
March/April 2026
Men's Health South Africa
Fat Lot Of Good
Resist the call to demonise the nutrient. The right dose of fats from the right sources can help your health, not hurt it. Our handbook will show you how.
3 min |
March/April 2026
Men's Health South Africa
"Running Changed My Life"
In a cynical world, Nkosi Nsumbu is forging his own positive path on the tar, in front of the camera and out in nature. For the 26-year-old, making the most of every situation starts with the self-belief and vision to see a better future.
5 min |
March/April 2026
Men's Health South Africa
SuperSize the BIS and TRIS
Tweak your training with muscle science's latest revelation and you could add serious gains to your biceps and triceps.
3 min |
January - February 2026
Men's Health South Africa
BUZZ KILL
From chugging energy drinks to dry-scooping pre-workout supplements, more of us are getting jacked up on caffeine. All this charge has benefits – but are we at risk of pushing it too far?
10 min |
January - February 2026
Men's Health South Africa
ABS TRAINING
The true path to six-pack abs (and IRL total-body stability) doesn't involve just sit-ups and crunches. Why? Because your midsection can power much more.
1 min |
January - February 2026
Men's Health South Africa
Brand New Beat
HOW TO BUILD A HIGH-PERFORMANCE HEART
9 min |
January - February 2026
Men's Health South Africa
THE LONG GAME
Emil Kraemer's transformation is proof that you don't need a finetuned programme or meticulous diet – you just need to show up.
2 min |
January - February 2026
Men's Health South Africa
PULLING Power
Back training is the new chest training - and that's a good thing for your strength, posture and longevity.
1 min |
January - February 2026
Men's Health South Africa
GIVE THIS DUO A SWING
Tack this high-intensity finisher on to the end of your next workout, or simply keep it in your back pocket for days when time isn't on your side.
1 min |
January - February 2026
Men's Health South Africa
The Last 7 Questions About Fat Loss You'll Ever Need to Ask
The science of weight loss is simple in theory, but a little trickier in practice. Fortunately, MH UK fitness director and in-house nutritionist, Andrew Tracey, is on hand to tackle your burning questions.
4 min |
January - February 2026
Men's Health South Africa
Engines of Influence
We ask, what makes a modern motoring icon? Calvin Fisher says, \"You can't create an icon. But if your creation moves the right people, they might rub their coolness off on it.\"
5 min |
January - February 2026
Men's Health South Africa
NOW LET'S GET MOVING!
You don't need a lot of time to get a good workout. With 16 minutes to spare, a single dumbbell and a small patch of grass, you can give your full body a beasting.
1 min |
January - February 2026
Men's Health South Africa
Kindred By Gravel: Where Grit Meets Growth
When the wheels turned on the first-ever Nedbank Gravel Burn, it was not just seasoned athletes lining up for 800km of unrelenting terrain; it was also the start of something..
2 min |
January - February 2026
Men's Health South Africa
The New Science of MUSCLE
Pioneering research has altered our basic understanding of how strength is built. With this game plan, you'll use all that new knowledge to fuel faster gains.
3 min |