Those iconic shape-shifting robots are back this year with Transformers One, the untold origin story based on the Hasbro action figures that formed such an epic childhood for millions of fans around the world. Now sworn enemies, Optimus Prime and Megatron were once bonded like brothers before they went to war, and so Transformers One tells the tale of two firm friends that make for better enemies. M&F has your first look and trailer for those that are done with “adulting” for today. (That’s all of us, right?) Harking back to their retro, eighties heyday, your favorite mechan ..read more

There is no way Naya Tapper could have known that visiting a tent for rugby on the campus of the University of North Carolina would lead to her becoming an Olympian, gold medal winner, the all-time leading try scorer for the USA Women’s 7s team, and one of the most influential black women in sports. As a child, Tapper was naturally very energetic and didn’t mind joining in the football games with her neighborhood friends. She carried that athletic prowess throughout high school as an All-American in track before deciding to lead a normal student life when she arrived at Chapel Hill. As by fait ..read more

Iranian fighter Ali Heibati has learned that it is unacceptable to put hands, or feet, on civilians after apparently kicking a ring girl before his bout on April 19, 2024 even got started. Heibati has received a lifetime ban for his actions. The match, set in Moscow, Russia, was scheduled to see Ali Heibati take on his opponent, Arkady Osipyan. But in an unfathomable display of behavior, Heibati decided to kick a ring girl, identified only as Maria as of writing, before the bell even rang. By doing so, the Iranian had sealed his fate and earned a lifetime ban from the Hard Fighting Championshi ..read more

The “Queen of Power Ballads,” Celine Dion, has sold 200 million records around the world and has wowed fans on stage since first performing as a child, but behind the curtain, the Canadian has been battling a rare condition known as Stiff Person Syndrome (SPS). In a rare interview with Vogue France, the sensational singer has revealed that being active is a key aspect of maintaining her health and fitness. What is Stiff Person Syndrome? Stiff Person Syndrome is an extremely rare condition that is thought to affect just one in a million people. It is a progressive disorder that sees muscles bec ..read more

We live in an age where everyone looks for instant gratification, with most people nowadays looking for more efficient fitness solutions. Among these innovations is Electrical Muscle Stimulation (EMS) training a game-changing approach that has sparked interest for its promise of achieving substantial results in a very short period. With celebrities like Liz Hurley, Heidi Klum, and Madonna endorsing its effectiveness, EMS training has piqued the curiosity of fitness enthusiasts worldwide, sparking a surge in interest and inquiries. EMS training operates on the principle of enhancing muscle cont ..read more

Step counting and calorie tracking, step aside—there’s a new metric on the block that everyone’s obsessing over: heart rate variability (HRV). But despite its rising popularity, many of us might be misinterpreting what HRV truly represents and how it should be used. According to Marco Altini, PhD, data scientist and HRV expert, many of us have been looking at heart rate variability wrong in many ways. “While HRV is often over-simplified, with a focus on increasing it over time, I do not necessarily believe this is the best use for this metric.” What is Heart Rate Variability (HRV)? Our hearts ..read more

Poor posture isn’t a big deal until it is. Many strength and conditioning experts, who are much more knowledgeable than me, will tell you that poor posture is NOT a big deal, and they’re probably correct. But believe me performing exercises to improve your posture is one of those low-hanging fruit things that will ensure better health and fitness and make you less likely to hurt yourself. Like with most things, there is plenty of middle ground, and that’s where I will spend our time. So, sit up straight and pay attention if you want better posture, stronger lifts, and a more resilient body. He ..read more

Tiffany Stratton is becoming one of those pro wrestlers that, if she can stay injury free with her head in the game, is tipped for the top—or the “Tiffy Top”—as the 24-year-old with the world at her feet would say. Recently, I sat down with the trailblazer to find out how she is training right now and whether or not a background in gymnastics has helped her in the squared circle. We soon found out that the fashionista also has a very good reason for wanting to own a custom pink briefcase. “I’ve recently been getting back into CrossFit,” says Stratton, who recently grabbed the attention of M&am ..read more

Signing a soccer-star-turned-media-icon like David Beckham as an ambassador is one of the shrewdest ways of garnering attention for a brand, but the Brit is now suing Functional 45 Training, a label that is partially owned by Mark Wahlberg, claiming that he was “duped” into signing an endorsement agreement. M&F has the info. David “Golden Balls” Beckham is in demand. The footballing legend reportedly signed a controversial $150m deal with Qatar to promote the country during the World Cup, and has also fronted campaigns for Adidas, Armani, and Haig, to name but few, but a deal wit ..read more

Six Hours Away is streaming now on all major platforms including Hulu, Apple TV, and Amazon Prime Video. The premise sees Guillermo Ivan as an ex-Marine Chris Montano, on a personal mission to save his missing daughter and ex-wife before time runs out. The role called on Ivan to test his mettle both mentally and physically, as he committed himself fully to the art of living his character. To find out how the fast-rising star is able to tackle such full-on roles, M&F sat down with the man himself and soon learned that a love of meditation and exercise powers this passionate perfor ..read more