Scottish brand Endura makes great cycling kit that excels in UK conditions. Will the same be true for the Hummvee Flat Pedal Shoe? For a while now Endura’s clipless Hummvee shoes have been my favorite for cross-country riding. So I was keen to see if its flat-pedal version would also be up there among the best cycling shoes. Men’s Fitness verdictThis shoe gets the job done effortlessly. It’s rigid, sticks to the pedals like glue and shrugs off all but the worst that the UK weather can throw at it. I wouldn’t walk too far in them though. Pros Shoes stay planted on the pedals Breathable and q ..read more

Protein bars are the grab-and-go recovery option for anyone on the move. Here’s our pick of the best tried-and-tested options to fuel your fitness drive… When hunger knocks post-workout, it’s easy to reach for handy snack bars. These can be loaded with unhealthy fats and sugars, however, which are often high in calories and lead to energy peaks and troughs. The best protein bars, on the other hand, pack in more of the good stuff – namely, protein. Snacking on protein bars allows you to reach your daily protein goals and deliver a much-needed supply to damaged muscles. They also provide a simpl ..read more

Vow Nutrition may be one of the lesser known players in the sports supplements market but with its vegan protein bars it’s heading in the right direction. You may not have heard of Vow Nutrition. It’s not a name that’s up there with the likes of Grenade, Healthspan, SiS or PhD – yet. But that looks likely to change come the Paris 2024 Olympics, when Vox will be the official nutrition product provider for Team GB. But is that enough to earn its bars a place on our best protein bars list? Men’s Fitness verdictVow only makes three flavours, but why make more when they taste this good? Taste and ..read more

The DMoose Kettlebells 9-70lb set offers something for every level of kettlebell user. They’re solidly built and feel great in the hands, writes strength training expert Roger Lockridge. The best kettlebells have become very popular workout tools because of how versatile they are. They can be used for total-body movements as well as isolation exercises. Kettlebell workouts can help you burn calories and train multiple muscle groups in a short period of time, and you can use heavier weights to help increase power and strength that transfers to other exercises. The DMoose Kettlebells come in ten ..read more

Enter for the chance to win a bumper bundle of Jack Link’s jerky. Men’s Fitness has partnered with Jack Link’s to offer one lucky winner a year’s supply of the brand’s Beef Jerky.  Jack Link’s Beef Jerky is a snack that’s gained some well-deserved attention of late not just for its convenience but for being genuinely tasty. Made from 100% lean premium beef, this between-meal pick-me-up bridges that all-important gap between indulgence and nutrition, providing a high-protein, low-calorie option for those who refuse to compromise on taste or nutrition  At the heart of the brand li ..read more

When hunger strikes, we don’t often have the time to prep and cook a nutritious meal from scratch. Enter our pick of the best meal delivery services in the UK: It’s all well and good stocking up on the best protein bars for a post-workout snack, but they’re no replacement for proper meals. Getting in shape depends more on what you do in the kitchen than in the gym, but finding the time and energy to rustle up nutritious, macro-managed meals day after day is easier said than done – which is exactly why meal delivery services like these exist. Best meal delivery services in the UK Fresh Fitness ..read more

All Week produces high-quality, small-batch meals by hand and to order. Fresh or frozen, they deliver all the nutrition you need. It’s all well and good stocking up on the best protein bars for a post-workout snack, but they’re no replacement for proper meals. Meal delivery services can be hugely helpful in making sure you hit your weekly nutritional targets, and are invaluable if you’re short on time. One such meal delivery service is All Week, producing fresh, freezable complete meals in weekly subscription packages. Men’s Fitness verdictAll Week meals are great to have in th ..read more

These bamboo workout shorts from And Then are super-supportive and support a good cause. It seems like the world and his wife are making athletic apparel from sustainable sources these days – which is no bad thing. Bamboo fibres are becoming increasingly common replacements for man-made fabrics. But that doesn’t always mean the designs work any better, and with sports boxers comfort levels have to be spot-on. See how the And Then Bamboo Boxers stack up against the rest of the best moisture-wicking underwear. Men’s Fitness verdictThese bamboo boxers are one of the best short-legged workou ..read more

The striking Gymshark Studio Mat offers plenty of grip and protection, through it’s probably too hefty to take everywhere with you. When it comes to finding the best exercise mats, the high-quality Gymshark Studio Mat will make a great addition to any home gym. Here’s how it performed on test. Men’s Fitness verdictGymshark’s mat is grippy and reassuringly well cushioned, but it’s one of the bulkiest on test. So is probably more use in a permanent gym set-up than as a portable mat. Pros Striking design Good size and feel Cons No carry strap Marks easily Buy Now Materials: 100% natu ..read more

Looking for an extra-long exercise mat that’s robust, supportive and looks the business? Look no further than the Lululemon (Big) Mat. Upgrade your workouts with one of the biggest and best exercise mats we’ve reviewed. Here’s how the Lululemon (Big) Mat performed when we put it to the test. Men’s Fitness verdictWe’re not sure why the (Big) is in brackets: there’s no hiding from this fact this is a BIG mat. It may be pricey but it’s super-sturdy, reversible and the ideal mat for 6ft-plus users. Pros Longest on test Reversible Sustainably made Cons Expensive Not suitable for those with la ..read more