In the simplest terms possible, an efoil is what happens when you add an electric motor to a hydrofoil, allowing users to literally glide above the water. The result is a piece of equipment that is less reliant on conditions, a whole lot faster than a regular hydrofoil, and according to Flite performance team rider Matt McVeigh, “the most addictive thing ever”.

Today, Matt McVeigh is one of the world’s best foilers. Although, a few years ago he wasn’t even one for surfing – or any water sport, for that matter. “I never really ventured to the beach much and I wasn’t into swimming, surfing or anything, so water sports didn’t really appeal to me,” McVeigh says.

Living inland, it’s not hard to understand why McVeigh never got into water sports, but he’s always been an active person. McVeigh played rugby growing up and was even selected to train in a talent squad at the Australian Institute of Sport to prep for the Olympics. However, when he moved to the Sunshine Coast and was suddenly living exceedingly closer to the ocean, he was overweight and struggling with both his physical and mental health. But he was determined to make a change.

“When I moved up to the Sunshine Coast and saw everyone out surfing, I wanted to get involved in that,” McVeigh says. “I ended up hiring a longboard one day and found myself paddling around for like an hour and not catching any waves. That pretty much burnt my idea of getting involved in surfing and I just gave up right there.”

McVeigh didn’t give up entirely though. Instead, he did some googling and came across Fliteboards – Flite’s flagship efoil – and was intrigued by the motorised aspect. “I took a took a lesson on that and just loved it,” he says. From there, he never looked back.

 

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Besides being an addictively fun hobby, getting into efoiling helped McVeigh get fit. “It’s a full body workout,” he says. “You can push yourself as hard as you want and get whatever you want out of it. That’s all I really did and I lost 25 kilos or so from basically just doing that every day.”

One of the strengths of efoiling, according to McVeigh, is how easy to learn it is. “Just this morning I went out for a foil and I had a friend there that’s never ridden before, but really wanted to give it a go. I just changed the wings over and put him on my board. He was up and flying within 20 minutes,” McVeigh says.

Although, he does believe not having a background in surfing actually made learning the sport easier. “On the foil it’s a lot of front foot pressure, whereas surfers put pressure on their back foot,” McVeigh says. “So when surfers come and do a lesson, they’ve got a bit of a bad habit to put all the weight on the back foot, which makes it more challenging.”

McVeigh now runs a Fliteschool part-time, where he teaches other prospective foilers the tricks of the trade. He firmly believes that easy learnability isn’t the only appealing aspect of efoiling. “It’s just so accessible and you can go in any conditions. If you’re a bit time constrained and you’ve only got an hour, you don’t need to wait for low tide, high tide or wind or anything like that, you can just drop the board in and get going,” he says. “When I was working as a carpenter, I’d turn up before work and go foiling. I knew what I was going to get in that hour and I didn’t need conditions to be perfect.”

A newfound passion for efoiling culminated in McVeigh being inducted into Flite’s performance team in 2023. In the role, McVeigh gets to test all of Flite’s newest innovations and work alongside other elite foilers. “It’s been really cool to work with the likes of Adam Bennetts – who’s the best foiler in the world – and getting some inside knowledge into the world of foiling.”

 

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Working with Flite has been a dream come true for McVeigh, who believes the brand makes the best efoils on the planet. “I really like the quality of the build,” he says. “You want something that you can rely on when you’re out in the harsh conditions. I think I’ve recorded something like 12,000 waves on the app and I think I’ve only had one issue with the controller in that whole time.” Of course, if you’re venturing into the depths of the ocean, the last you thing you want to be thinking about is what will happen if your gear breaks down. His Fliteboard gives McVeigh piece of mind, and much more.

“Another great thing about Fliteboards is that once you’ve had a session and you come back in to shore, you can connect your phone to your board and download your session and analyse it. That’s an awesome way to keep track of your progression,” McVeigh continues. “There’s also a world leaderboard, so you can compete against people in biggest and longest waves and all that stuff.”

The efoil industry is one of constant turbulence. New innovations are arriving almost every day and pushing beyond what was previously thought to be the pinnacle of performance. “Flite’s R&D is always working on new stuff,” McVeigh says. “There’s constantly new things coming out, like new material. They’ve just made a new carbon fibre foil that’s a lot lighter and thinner, so it goes through the water better.”

McVeigh also believes that it’s only a matter of time before efoiling starts having organised competitions, whether they be races, big wave challenges, or contests judging riders’ skills.  “There definitely will be,” he says. “I don’t know when that will happen, but there’s lots of racing that’s already starting, there’ll be competitions within the next couple of years for sure.”

As is the case in any field where technological developments are constantly redefining what is within realm of possibility, the future of efoiling is, by its very nature, uncertain. The sport could look very different a decade from now, but McVeigh concurs that one thing is certain, with more people trying efoiling every day, the sport is only just getting started.

 

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The thing is, the way your mum really wants to be appreciated this Mother’s Day is probably with some quality time. However, you can’t show up to a Mother’s Day brunch empty-handed, right?

Flowers are always a great option, and you can never go wrong with gifting a meal or a personalised gift card for her favourite restaurant. But, sometimes it’s nice to go a bit more personal or creative when choosing a gift for mum, your partner, grandma, sister or any other maternal figure in your life.

If you feel like you’re stuck on what to splurge on, you’re not alone. Shopping for gifts is hard. Luckily, we’ve gathered our pick of the best Mother’s Day gifts out there for all different types of mums.

Tech gifts for mum

Therabody Theraface LED Mask

Price $899

The Therabody TheraFace Mask is a breakthrough FDA-cleared, TGA-registered LED face mask that delivers full-face Red, Red + Infrared, and Blue light with added tension-relieving vibration therapy. Clinical studies showed it will give mum firmer, smoother, healthier-looking skin with a visible reduction in fine lines and dark spots in as little as 8 weeks.

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Google Pixel Watch

Price $549

The Google Pixel Watch 2 looks just like the original Pixel Watch and offers more advanced features via the Fitbit premium app. It’s not just a great-looking accessory but she’ll probably find it super useful, too.

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Ecovacs Deebot X2 Omni Mopping & Vacuuming Robot

Price $2,499

The ultimate hands-free cleaning machine simultaneously vacuums and mops. And what better gift is there in the world than something to do her mopping and vacuuming for her? After all, time is precious for everyone!

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Sonos Move 2 Speaker

Price $799

Is mum still listening to that old radio? Is she streaming music through her terrible computer or tablet speakers? Time for an improvement. Pound for pound, Sonos produces some of the best sound out there, plus there’s a well-made app and the thing is built to last.

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Taily Solar Smart Bird Feeder with Camera Square

Price $167.99

Here’s a smart gadget mum will get a kick out of, especially if she likes taking in some nature in her yard. The special feeder snaps high-res images and video of our feathered friends, allowing her to get great views of all the different species that show up. Full disclaimer: She may get a little obsessed.

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LG Style

Price $2,899

Is Mum’s closet full of treasured statement pieces needing some love and care? Help her refresh her wardrobe staples and preserve timeless, delicate pieces by treating her to the LG Styler Steam Clothing Care System.

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Beauty and wellness gifts for mum

Dyson Rose Gold Airwrap

Price $849

For Mother’s Day the limited edition Rose Gold version of the Airwrap comes with a complimentary brush and comb gift set valued at $69 – plus complimentary case personalisation.

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Pure Mama Pregnancy Care Set

Price $165

The perfect gift for a new mum, this pregnancy care set is designed to provide her with moments of self-care, connection and nourishment. The products – a Belly Oil, Bump Scrub & Magnesium Body Rub – are made using natural and organic ingredients, to ensure only the best care for her pregnancy journey, through to motherhood.

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Sheridan Plush Robe

Price $79.99

I’m a mum and I can’t help but love Sheridan. The chances are your mum probably can’t help but love Sheridan, too. The outlet is not only the ultimate place for some really good prices, but a place you can score iconic pieces like their uber-plush bath robe.

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T2 Blooming Bouquet Blossoming Tea Gift Pack

Price $48

Here’s a heartfelt gift for the mum who tolerates coffee but LOVES tea. This blooming tea bouquet is filled with a melange of flavour-infused tea blossoms that slowly unfurl into a beautiful floral arrangement of marigold, jasmine and rose buds.

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Sentimental gifts for mum

Personalised Family Book

Price $59.99

Gifting a book to another person can be tricky, but this personalised kid’s story book is so thoughtful that it’s failsafe. They have options for first time mums, grandparents and a bunch of cool storylines that she will hold on to forever.

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Deja Marc Classic Fingerprint Necklace

Price $199.00

I received this one for Mother’s Day last year and I was (and still am) unbelievable obsessed. It’s a simple dainty necklace design that allows you to get the fingerprints of your children engraved on them. I mean…say less.

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Sarah & Sebastien Interlocking Heart Soldered Bracelet

Price $270

A sweet symbol to celebrate meaningful connections, these permanent bracelets are custom-fitted during a Soldered appointment and soldered together seamlessly with no clasp using the traditional jeweller’s flame. This one features two cut-out heart motifs interlocking together as one in 18-karat yellow gold and fixed onto a super fine chain for everyday layering.

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Fashion gifts for mum

lululemon Beyondfeel Women’s Running Shoe

Price $249

Have a runner on your hands? lululemon’s Beyondfeel shoes provides ventilation, stretch, and support where you need it – making powering the pavement that much more comfortable.

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Gymshark Training Jacket

Price $70

For the fitness-obsessed mum, a cool new workout jacket is the way to go. This one from Gymshark will not only last her years to come, but it’s designed to be slightly longer in the back, which means it’s flattering to wear with leggings.

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Ugg Slippers

Price $199.99

It’s starting to get pretty cold, so what better time than now to get mum a cosy pair of slippers. These Disquette Mules are incredibly soft and made with a genuine suede leather on the outside, and fluffy sheepskin on the inside.

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Homeware gifts for mum

Dinosaur Designs Pearl Tower Vase

Price $320

This colourful Dinosaur Designs vase doesn’t even need flowers to look beautiful. A handful of other designs are available on Farfetch as well just in case pink isn’t your mom’s thing.

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Our Place The Always Pan

Price $275

Speaking of gift-worthy kitchen products, maybe she needs a new one. Known as the pan that broke the internet, Our Place’s Always Pan does it all. With a modern design and gorgeous colours, it’s made to replace eight pieces of cookware. Your mom’s favourite frying pan could never.

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Green Collective Culinary Herb Garden Kit

Price $38.95

If she has a green thumb, check out Green Collective co, an online store that sells curated plant sets. The Culinary Herb Garden Kit has basil, thyme, chives and parsley seeds, along with planter pots, soil pellets, herb snips and more so all she has to do is plant and watch them grow in the windowsill.

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Glasshouse Fragrances Soy Candle & Care Kit

Price $109.00

No such thing as too many nice candles. This Mother’s Day, cult-loved brand Glasshouse is offering gift sets complete with their Enchanted Garden Soy Candle, a wick trimmer and candle snuffer – all in a limited edition blue velvet case.

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July Vanity Cosmetic Case

Price $125

If your mum’s collection of miscellaneous beauty products could use a more organised home, this travel-friendly cosmetic bag will do the trick. It features a removable organisation pocket and user zip compartment for brushes.

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For the mum that prefers an experience over a gift

Dining gift card

Price: variable

Not every mum wants a tangible gift for mother’s day. In fact, OpenTable research shows that 51% of mums would prefer an experience over a gift. With that in mind, you can’t go wrong with a personalised gift card for her favourite restaurant. Luckily, OpenTable can provide exactly that. And if you’re looking for the ideal setting to use that gift card, you can find OpenTable’s list of Australia’s best brunch and lunch spots here.

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“At the end of high school, I stopped playing sport and I really let myself go bit,” says Jeffery, who’s joining Men’s Health today on our new Turning Point podcast. “About a year after high school I was about 112 kilos. I was almost double what I am now. But a couple of key moments hit home. And they weren’t very nice turning points. They were kind of bullying turning points where I went, Oh, okay, I’m not very comfortable in my body anymore. And because of the things people have said I thought, I mustn’t be okay, which isn’t true, but as a kid, how do you take that in? Somebody says something inappropriate about your weight, you’re like, Oh, well that’s my fault. That’s on me. Which isn’t true.”

Stung into action, after high school Jeffery began working out and overhauling his diet, ditching sugary drinks and fatty snacks. “I stopped drinking two litres of soft drink a day, which is never a good idea,” he laughs. “A lot of fried food and all that kind of stuff. And then slowly over a year lost about 10 or 15 kilos.”

At the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA), the physical nature of round-the-clock classes and constant performing would see Jeffery’s weight tumble even further.

The actor continued to slim down as his Hollywood career took off. His role in Angelina Jolie’s directorial debut, Unbroken, back in 2014, required him to lose 20 kg. From there, he would land parts in a series of war epics like Gallipoli and Before Dawn, that required further stretching, moulding and fashioning of his physique to inhabit characters in ways that were creatively honest.

Now, in perhaps his biggest role to date, Jeffery is swapping combat fatigues for the furry fun of motion-capture tech in Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes. And while transformations and fluctuations in weight are part and parcel of being a Hollywood actor, in preparing for the unique role of Anaya in the iconic blockbuster franchise, Jeffery faced his biggest challenge yet.

Having worked out with transformation specialists Chief Brabon and Emilie Brabon-Hames for the past three years, Jeffery sought their counsel back in October to prepare for Apes reshoots and an upcoming film called Birthright. “When we really upped it in October, that’s when I really got a taste of Chief and Em’s magic and what they can do,” says Jeffery.

Here, in his own words Jeffery takes us through his journey from humble country kid to Hollywood star and details the training he put in to get in the best shape of his life.

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SPORT WAS A big deal in the Jeffery household. My dad was a VFL footy player. He played for Prahran and then went on to captain-coach the Healesville footy side for many years. But it wasn’t just my dad. My mum was a professional diver before going to the Air Force and then working for ASIO. She’s a very, very smart woman.

I was adequate at a few sports. I tried probably every sport under the sun, played heaps of footy. I was never going to be a professional sportsman but a lot of the skills I learnt from my mum and dad growing up playing sport – tenacity, you only get out what you put in and commitment – all that is directly applicable to what I do today. They were very valuable lessons growing up.

Around year 9 or 10, I got to the point of where I was like, I’ve got to stop smacking my head against this brick wall of trying to be a professional sportsman. I was talked into doing a school play, a parody of Dracula called the Bride of Spatula. I had one line, it was sung. I can’t sing. I was going through puberty, my voice was breaking. But every night I got up there and I did it and I pushed through the fear and I fell in love with making people laugh and helping people escape for a couple of hours. I joined the Youth Theatre Group and I just fell in love with the community and with storytelling.

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I WAS A bit of a class clown. It’s funny because the older I’ve got, the more introverted I’ve become, then the more acting I do, the more introverted I get. And that’s probably not the best combo. But a lot of actors are introverted and stick to themselves. When you’re at home or when you’re with mates, you just want to enjoy yourself and not draw too much attention. But I was definitely was a big class clown. It was a defensive mechanism for not doing so well at school. My attention span wasn’t great. Anything that wasn’t media or doing a play, I just couldn’t really sink my teeth into, so I made other people laugh instead.

So, I just distracted myself and had fun, always writing movies in my head and writing scripts when I should have been doing other work. From mid-high school, I knew making films and writing was what I wanted to do and then that shifted into acting. But it never really felt professionally accessible. Growing up on a cattle farm, you’re like, Well, what’s the avenue into this world? I had no clue.

People were like, ‘Hey, you’ve got some talent. What you do is great’. And I was like, ‘Oh, cool, this might just be where it ends though’. It’s like, I’m the kid that’s good at acting in their hometown, and then sooner or later I’m going to have to find something else to do to support the rest of my life.

And it’s a bit of a scary thing when you’re going like, Oh, should I chase acting? Growing up in a working-class town, it’s like, ‘Well, what’s your real job?’ Even when you’re working in the industry, you still got to do other things for money. It’s a very unstable industry.

I started looking into drama schools and I auditioned for NIDA one year and didn’t get in, and the next year I was like, Oh, let’s have a crack at WAAPA, as well as NIDA. I remember one day I was just wandering down the aisles of Coles and I got a call from a bloke called Chris Edmund who ran WAAPA. He’s like, ‘Hey bud, just want to let you know that somebody’s just dropped out. There’s a place for you. Do you want to come over in three days?’ And I was like, ‘Yep, absolutely’. And he’s like, ‘Take a bit of time to think about it’. I was like, ‘No, I’ll be there in three days’. So, I packed up my life and got on a plane and went to Perth.

Going to drama school, I was like, Oh, this is a bit scary. Are my parents going to be okay with this? And it wasn’t until I graduated and was a couple of years into the industry and my dad and I were having a chat and he’s like, ‘Look, when I was speaking to my guidance counsellor about jobs at school, acting was my number one pick but I didn’t go through with it. I didn’t bring it up because it’s a non-existent job. It’s not a job that people like us, growing up on a farm, can do’. And he was like, ‘I’m really proud of you for chasing it. I’m really proud of you for taking the leap and chasing what you want to do’.

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UNBROKEN WAS AMAZING. It was such an incredible experience and one I never expected. I came out of drama school, got a job working reception at a gym, was setting myself up for a slow burn, which is what you got to do. You have to appreciate everything, expect nothing. Then these auditions started for Unbroken. At the time, they kept saying, ‘We want you to do some auditions with Angelina Jolie’. I was terrified but I got the job.

The major takeaway from that experience was just the scale. Just how many jobs there are on films and how many people are working their butts off to make something beautiful. And you don’t know going into these things, especially American productions, you’re like, Oh, is it going to be like what everybody says? Is it going to be big Hollywood glamour and will there be divas? But that set was just the most humble, down-to-earth set, and it all came from Angie. She’s so, so kind. She leads with kindness. She was so passionate about making this story. And because she’s been an actor for so long, her dialogue with actors was amazing. She was a really fantastic director.

It was also a great experience for pushing myself physically. That was my first big physical transformation. I lost 20 kilos in two or three months. Because we’re playing POWs we wanted to honour these soldiers as best we could. So, we pushed it as hard as we could and it was really a really special experience and a great way to open my eyes to the scale of the industry.

(L-R): Noa (played by Owen Teague), Soona (played by Lydia Peckham), and Anaya (played by Travis Jeffery) I Photo courtesy of 20th Century Studios.

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KINGDOM OF THE PLANET OF THE APES is a dream job for me. Growing up, I was always climbing up hay bales, climbing trees, always getting told to stop climbing stuff. It [Apes] was another one that when you get the audition, you go, Ah, okay, that’s not going to happen. That’s out of my reach. When I talk about Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes, there’s no playing it cool for me.

And the main reason for that is because I’ve always loved movement. I’ve got to thank my teacher at drama school, Lisa Scott Murphy, for a lot. She really kicked off my interest and hunger and my exploration of physicality, whether it be playing Stewie [in Gallipoli] or playing an ape.

We had this incredible movement coach, Alain Gauthier. He’s so precise and he’s so detailed in his work. And we spent six weeks with him, turning into chimps at this thing called Ape School. You go, ‘Okay, what’s Ape School?’ And you rock up on day one and everybody’s a bit nervous and we’re all trying to do our best warm-ups. And he’s like, ‘Everybody relax, there’s no winning here’. So, we got into it and the thing that drove us was how much everybody was putting in, because you feel like an idiot to begin with. Just making chimp noises, doing all the movement. It’s like being back in drama school.

The great Andy Serkis mentored us in the week leading up, pre-shoot. Weta, the digital effects company, set us up in the studios. It’s a big play space. We were on a big grey carpet with all these motion sensor infrared cameras around us picking up our suits and they get our physicality and stuff. So, they’re live transmitting us with an ape on top, so we could see how the last five weeks of training was translating in our body.

And then we’d run through scenes with Andy. And he’s such an intelligent man so we were just so grateful to have him with us. It was too much fun. It was more fun than you should be allowed to have as an actor.

Jeffery at the global premiere of Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes in LA.

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BEFORE TRAINING WITH Chief and Em, I’d call my workout style just floundering around a gym, trying heaps of different things, mixing stuff up, not eating well. Looking back on the previous transformations I did for some of my roles, I don’t think I was doing it in the right way. I had no idea.

For Unbroken, for example, I was just drinking slim shakes because you go, That’s how I’m going to lose weight. And you do, you lose weight, you’ve got nothing going into your body, it’s so unhealthy. And then I’d finish shooting and just blow out because I’d be like, Great, let’s eat everything. And my body’s like, I don’t know what to do with this stuff anymore. Let’s just stick it to the walls and keep it for later because you’ve been in survival mode for the last couple of months.

I’ve been training with Chief and Em, on and off, for the last three years and what’s great about them is it’s so clear, it’s so easy. I met them through a mate of mine, Tim Franklin, before we went over to Perth to shoot a film called Before Dawn. He was like, ‘You’ve got to come down to the beach with Chief and Em. They’re incredible. They’ll absolutely kick your ass on the beach’. I was like, ‘How hard can it be?’ So, I started doing their Original Boot camps on Coogee Beach at 5:30 am, three times a week. And it was brutal, but an amazing way to start the day. And the boot camps were a great way to get in shape for a lot of the cardiovascular stuff for Before Dawn.

But Chief and Em really ramped up the training from October onwards, when we began working on a transformation for the Apes re-shoots. That’s when we really got stuck into Chief’s DARC training method: dynamic, aerobic, resisted conditioning. It’s hybrid training and it’s absolutely amazing because movement, first and foremost, has always been what’s important to me. Just making sure that I can move well. And it was so important for Apes and that’s what they’re all about, that hybrid training of movement and strength.

I do the boot camps three times a week. That’s a lot of cardio, a lot of weighted bars on the beach, a lot of bodyweight stuff. And then the sun comes up, you go for a dip, then you get in a studio and they [Chief and Em] just up the ante again. I’d jump into their studio five days a week and then I do a ‘SKWOD’ with them on Saturdays. I was going hard but it was a good challenge.

I learned during this transformation that the assault bike is the most aptly named piece of equipment in the fitness industry. It’s terrifying but it really worked well for me. Yes, it was challenging. The last six months has probably been one of the hardest things I’ve ever done but I loved it because it was something that was making me feel better every day and there were no excuses, you use whatever you have around you. Over the last three months I’ve used trees as pull-up bars, rocks to incline or decline. My dad was a mechanic for a long time, so I used his hoist for dips and for pull-ups and car parts for weights. There’s no getting out of it, which is really important because when you get tired, when you get fatigued, it’s easy to slip.

Nutrition-wise, Em is all over your diet. She really makes it really accessible, really easy to understand. When you start a transformation with Chief and Em, you reset your body. You don’t realise how much crap you’re addicted to. I’ve got such a sweet tooth but Em said to me, ‘You don’t have a sweet tooth, you’ve got a sweet brain. You’re just addicted to these things’. When you start the eating program with her, it feels like a diet to begin with because you’re cutting out all this stuff that we’re so used to eating – processed food and chocolate and all this stuff. But by week three and four you’re like, Oh, this isn’t a diet. This is just eating really well. I was getting up to eating a kilo of veggies a day and having more energy than I’d ever had.

These last couple of months I’ve started to realise the importance of celebrating the little turning points that you have, every day, like getting up, going to the gym. That’s a massive win, especially coming from the kid that was quite overweight and bullied. And I would beat myself up so much for eating junk food or not going to the gym just because I felt so ashamed. Because that’s what people make you feel like when you’re overweight.

But working with Chief and Em helped me change that mindset and really prioritise training and healthy eating and to celebrate those little steps. I’m so proud of where I am right now.

Get in primate shape

PART ONE:

Repeat this mini-circuit 4 times, with no more than 1 min between exercises.

PRONATED GRIP PULL-UPS (AKA Overhand Grip): max reps

• Do as many as possible, then revert to negative only pull-ups, using a jump-box or similar to help get you to the top position. Now take your weight, pause for a moment, then slowly lower yourself down until your arms are straight, then use the box to get back to the top again and repeat.
• Aim to complete at least 10 reps in total each set.

BENT-OVER BICEP ROW: 8 – 14 reps

• Set yourself up as you would for a standard bent-over barbell row, but with your hands supinated (palms up).
• Before you start the row, roll your knuckles back towards you.
• Now, as you row the bar towards you, aim for it to touch your solar plexus. This will utilise your biceps far more than a standard row.

TREADMILL SURGES: 4 sets

• Walk for 10 sec, then Jog for 10 sec.
• At the 20 sec mark gradually increase your speed over the next 30 secs until you are sprinting for the last 10.
• Slow back down to a walk and repeat the process three more times.

PART TWO:

Again, repeat the mini-circuit below 4 times, with no more than 1 min between exercises.

NEUTRAL GRIP PULL-UPS (AKA Hammer Grip): max reps

• Just like the Pronated Grip Pull-ups, do as many as possible, then revert to negative only pull-ups again.
• Aim to complete at least 10 reps in total each set.

BICEPS DRAG: 8 – 14 reps

• Set yourself up as if you are about to do a standard barbell curl.
• When you start to lift the weight intentionally allow your elbows to travel backwards in a rowing fashion. At the same time drag the bar up the front of your body until it touches your solar plexus, before lowering it back down to the start position.

STATIONARY BIKE SURGES: 4 sets

• Cycle with minimal resistance in a seated position for 10sec, then add resistance for 10 sec.
• At the 20 sec mark increase the resistance again and stand up. Gradually increase the  resistance over the next 30 secs until you feel like you are climbing a mountain for the last 10.
• Reduce the resistance, sit down, slow back down to an easy pace, before repeating the process three more times.

FINISHER

ALTERNATING GORILLA ROW: max reps in 90 sec

• Start with two kettlebells of the same weight between your feet.
• Bending your knees, and hinging slightly forward, reach down and take hold of the handles. Your upper body should be almost parallel to the ground.
• Pressing down into the handle of the left kettlebell, row the right kettlebell up, trying to twist the body as little as possible.
• Once the right kettlebell is back on the ground, press down into its handle as you row the left one up.

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Leading marques and manufacturers have been more than happy to oblige in meeting the steadily increasing demand for EVs. The EV market is now much more than Teslas, and just about every brand now boasts an electric model, or at least an electric version of existing models. Simply put, EVs are everywhere, and they’re only getting more common – and more affordable.

MG has had its skin in the EV game for a few years now, with a number of electric models. The foremost of which is the MG4, which has raked in awards since its release in 2022 and retails for a staggeringly low $39,990. Named Carsales’ car of the year in 2023, Drive’s best EV under $50k in 2024, and Wheels’ best EV under $80k in 2024, the MG4 is one of the Australia’s most awarded cars. So, how can it be made even better? That’s the question the XPower set out to answer by amplifying the MG4’s performance potential. Naturally, we couldn’t wait to get behind the wheel.

Due to the space-age aura that surrounds them, it’s only natural to approach a first drive in an EV with some nervousness. Such was the case with this writer’s test of the MG4 XPower. The car’s exterior did nothing to quell my apprehension. With a hunter green colourway, bright orange brake callipers, a flowing, two-tone roof, an LED light system and an all-around hyper-futuristic design, the MG4 XPower would look as at home on a racetrack as it would navigating a bustling city street.

Bringing the car to a steady halt in a garage filled with other MGs, the dealer tossed me the keys with a casual “here you go” that did little to make me feel any more confident in my ability to pilot the vehicle in a manner that does it justice. Positioning myself in the driver’s seat, I was confronted by an array of high-tech features. This is in area where many EVs go wrong by making the assumption that just because a car is advanced, it needs to have a complex interface and dashboard. That’s not an issue in the MG4 XPower, which has an easy to grasp 10.25-inch touch screen display and 7-inch digital dash cluster.

The next challenge is starting the car, which is made easy by the fact that a traditional gear selector is replaced by a minimalistic dial. Similarly, the handbrake is replaced by a simple button. Having grasped these features, I begin to search for how to start the car, before being told that by having the keys inside the car and my foot on the brake, it had already started it. Besides making me look slightly clueless, this moment also serves as a testament to how ridiculously quiet the MG4 XPower really is, with a truly silent startup process – which is made all the more impressive by its performance capabilities, which we’ll get to shortly.

Departing the garage, I immediately encountered the depth of the XPower’s primary selling point – speed. The MG4 XPower can go from 0-100km/h in a bone-rattling, g-force challenging 3.8 seconds. For context, the new Aston Martin Vantage Coupe does it in 3.9 seconds. Needless to say, you won’t be getting beaten off the line at a traffic light.

The XPower has otherworldly straight-line performance for a hot hatch, the type that puts supercars to shame. It is able to achieve this incredible acceleration by utilising two electric engines. Positioned at each axle, the engines deliver power to all four wheels, making the hot hatch an all-wheel drive.

Assuredly, the MG4 XPower is anything but a one-trick pony. As I cruise the streets, I continue to come across more of the car’s innovative features. The XPower boasts a 360-degree camera, rear parking sensors, Apple CarPlay functionality, autonomous emergency braking and lane correction assist, blind-spot monitoring and single-zone climate control, but most impressive is its one pedal driving capabilities. Once you take off your foot off the accelerator, the XPower’s engines immediately start to reclaim energy from the car’s motion to recharge the battery and automatically slow down – which admittedly did take some getting used to, as I would repeatedly brake too hard when the car was already doing the job for me.

In terms of driving feel, the MG4 XPower is as smooth as they come. The car generates an impressive 320kW of power and 600Nm of torque, which combines with enhanced torque vectoring to ensure that the car’s handling rivals its speed, no matter the driving conditions.

As for charging, the MG4 XPower boasts a 64kWh battery, delivering a range of up to 400km. It’s enough to get you through any daily commute without having to fear running out of charge with no plug at hand, plus much more. The bane of any EV owner’s existence is lengthy charging times, but with the XPower, that issue can be partially alleviated by an MG charging hub, which can significantly reduce recharging times at home.

Now, with specs like those we’ve mentioned and the performance potential of a supercar, you’re probably expecting a hefty price tag to be attached to the XPower. Electric car and affordable aren’t often said in the same sentence, and most EVs will set you back at least six figures. But the XPower, which goes for $59,990 drive away, is one of the most affordable options on the market.

Throughout my time with the MG4 XPower, I tested its mettle in a variety of conditions. It braved Sydney’s waterlogged city streets during a month of inexplicably high precipitation with no complaints. It proved its endurance on a road trip through the Royal National Park while I pushed the limits of its range. And it more than lived up to its billing as one damn fast car.

As impressive as these feats were, the moment that truly sold the MG4 XPower to me came while stuck in traffic on a Saturday night in the Sydney suburb of Newtown. As I passed a petrol station with a line to the pumps that waded out onto the road, a most poignant reminder of the costs of a fossil fuel car came when I noticed that unleaded prices were climbing even further above the $2 per litre mark and found comfort in knowing I wasn’t in that pitiful line. If rising fuel costs are emptying your wallet and environmental imperatives have you feeling more conscious about your impact on our planet, there’s never been a better time to get an EV, and you won’t find many better than the MG4 XPower.

For more information on the MG4 XPower, head to mgmotor.com.au

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All the major fitness brands have responded to this market shift accordingly. Now, exclusively making high-performance training gear or stylish lifestyle clothes isn’t enough to corner the market or endear a brand to a large demographic. Instead, consumers want sporty attire they can wear just about anywhere and dress up or down, while maintaining effectiveness if used as athletic apparel.

Creating multifaceted activewear is no easy feat, however. Activewear is still a relatively new concept – especially for men. For that reason, stocks are frequently updated with new releases as brands attempt to hone their craft and find precisely what works. We’re here to guide you through this oft-updated space, by sifting through the hot and the not and highlighting the best of the latest activewear drops.

Tops

Echt League Collection MLBRN Singlet

Echt has just unveiled its new ‘League’ collection, which is inspired by the label’s hometown, Melbourne. The men’s range is made up of functional pieces, including high quality singlets and gym shorts, but today we’re focusing on the singlets. The MLBRN singlet is available in three colourways and is made from mesh fabric. It’s designed to suit all situations, cultivating a distinct streetwear aesthetic without sacrificing the ability to perform under athletic pressure.

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Bondi Active Kindred Tech Tee

Bondi Active is a Sydney-based athleisure brand specialising in men’s and women’s activewear, taking a fashion forward approach to design, with an emphasis on versatility. The brand recently revealed its new Riptide collection, which utilises a spectrum of earthy tones and neutrals for the Autumn season. The collection includes the Kindred Tech Tee, a breathable, fast-drying active t-shirt that epitomises Bondi Active’s commitment to merging style and functionality. Wear it at the gym, wear it around the house – you won’t feel out of place at either.

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Nike Flex Rep Top

The Nike Flex Rep is a dri-fit top designed to perform at its best through an entire workout, or in any other setting. A flexible, slim fit means your range of motion isn’t hampered, while reinforced seams add durability, ensuring the t-shirt will hold up during a high-energy HIIT session, or a brisk walk around your local park – and that’s the essence of activewear, isn’t it?

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Bottoms

Adidas Climacool Shorts

These new Adidas shorts are ideal for roaming around town at a fast pace, or simply lounging around your house. The shorts have been crafted with an interlock build and a classic fit, so they’ll move with your body, rather than against it. Meanwhile, 360-degree ventilation optimises air flow, meaning you’ll be both cool and comfortable. And in case you missed them, Adidas’ signature three stripes adorn the side, informing all observers of your initiation into the Adidas Originals family.

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Gymshark Slim Fit Sport Joggers

A dependable pair of sport joggers is an essential in any activewear collection, and these joggers are among the best. By now, Gymshark is spoken of in the same breath as heavy hitters like Nike and Adidas, and that ascension didn’t come without reason. That reason is high quality activewear like these sport joggers, which have a breathable design, are made of lightweight materials, and even boast zipped pockets for storage – a testament to their dual-functionality as performance apparel and everyday attire.

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Bondi Active Panel Lounge Shorts

Another piece from Bondi Active’s Riptide collection, these Panel Lounge Shorts come in the line’s signature autumnal tones and cater to a variety of settings. As a relaxed fit short with soft, interlocking fabric, the Bondi Active Panel Lounge Shorts look as good as they feel. Whether you’re walking to the nearest café for your morning coffee run, or spontaneously breaking into a quick ab workout, these shorts will provide what you need.

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Lululemon Bowline Short 8″ Stretch Shorts

You can’t go wrong with a classic cut – which these Lululemon shorts have – or extra room in all the right places – which these shorts also have. A four-way stretch ensures spacious breathability, while sweat-wicking and quick-drying qualities complete the shorts’ athletic capabilities.

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Lululemon Zeroed In Linerless Shorts

Lululemon’s new Autumn/Winter 2024 collection is full of functional apparel in classic autumnal colours. These versatile ‘Zeroed In’ shorts are one of many new products that were just added to the Lululemon range, and as per usual, they’re top-in-class activewear. Sweat-wicking, quick-drying fabric as well as added gussets and side slits provide the necessary qualifications to serve as workout attire, while a sleek design and diverse colourways ensure aesthetic appeal.

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Outerwear

Champion Reverse Weave Hoodie

Champion produces a range of athletic apparel and gym clothes that could easily double as streetwear – but it’s their hoodies that stand above the rest. When Champion invented the hoodie in the 1930s, the garment was designed to be ideal for warming up before taking to the field, court or squat rack. It has since evolved to become a streetwear staple – but it hasn’t lost any of its athletic merits. Champion’s reverse weave hoodies are made of heavyweight fleece to be shrink-resistant and maximise range of motion, flexibility and durability. You’ll be hard pressed to find a better pump cover for those brisk, early-morning workouts.

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Under Armour Heavyweight Terry Hoodie

Under Armour recently introduced its ‘Live in UA’ collection, signifying a pivotal shift in the brand’s philosophy. Having previously focused almost entirely on performance sportswear and athletic apparel, Under Armour is switching gears, launching a new range of clothes to support active lifestyles – with none other than Rugby star Mark Nawaqanitawase fronting the campaign. This heavyweight French Terry Hoodie is a standout from the new range, with the soft feel of fleece, without too much extra heat, making it perfect for early morning training, or simply keeping warm while out and about.

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LSKD Athlete Forged Fleece Zip Up Hoodie

The utilitarianism of the zip up hoodie is perhaps its most appealing quality. Where a hoodie’s function is set in stone as a warming coverall, a zip up leaves some freedom for a variety of styling adjustments and experimentations. This zip up hoodie from LSKD’s ‘Athlete Forged Fleece’ collection is no different. Tightly woven yarn provides bolstered heat retention, but doesn’t require quite as much fabric as alternative materials. The result is a form-fitting hoodie that will keep you warm during a workout or throughout an active weekend.

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Footwear

Asics Gel-Quantum 360 VIII

This might not be something you’ve previously considered, but yes, shoes do factor into activewear. Strolling around in high-performance runners won’t always cut it, so more lifestyle-suitable footwear that can still double as proper training gear is a must. Asics’ Gel-Quantum 360 VIII is equal parts stylish and performance capable. Print details on the upper resemble shapes found in nature, for a visually appealing exterior, while advanced TRUSSTIC technology creates improved stability underfoot. A DIVISION GEL midsole also delivers substantial cushioning, while reducing weight for added comfort.

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New Balance Fresh Foam X 880 v14

New Balance calls the Fresh Foam X 880 v14 an “evolution in everyday reliability”, and that’s exactly what you want in an activewear-appropriate shoe. Running shoes are great, but they’re typically heavily specialised, meaning you rarely reach for the same pair before a run as you would for a trip around town. That’s where these shoes shine though, with superior underfoot cushioning and a structured upper making them ideal for a variety of environments.

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Nike V2K Run

Y2K fashion is the trend of the moment and Nike is capitalising on that momentum. The V2K is a throwback to the brand’s early 2000s catalogue, with a number of key updates. Flashy metallics, plastic detailing and an overall vintage aesthetic are the first things you’ll notice, but the V2K does hold some merit as a running shoe. Plus, a chunky heel means you’ll be comfortable no matter the circumstances.

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Compression gear

2XU Core Compression Long Sleeve

While it may not be the flashiest form of activewear, wearing compression gear when not working out can have its benefits – in terms of both style and health. If you’re embarking on an up-tempo activity that falls short of a workout but requires a greater deal of support than a regular t-shirt, a base layer like this long sleeve compression shirt from 2XU is a solid option. You’ll be suitably prepared for any undertaking while boosting muscle recovery and reducing the risk of injury.

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Under Armour HeatGear Leggings

If your top half can be compressed, so too can your bottom half. Under Armour are industry leaders in compression clothing, and it’s easy to see why. These leggings come from UA’s HeatGear line, which uses sweat-wicking tech and ultra stretchable materials for a comfortable, breathable a fit, in any setting.

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SA1NT Moto Compression Socks

We’re thinking outside of the box with this entry. SA1NT primarily make motorcycle riding gear – think leather jackets, armoured jeans and chunky gloves – but really specialise in clothing designed for tough lifestyles. With that understanding, it’s easy to see why SA1NT makes some of the best compression socks on the market. This pair offers medical-grade compression without sacrificing comfort. Even if your idea of an active lifestyle doesn’t involve motorcycle riding, those qualities are always appealing.

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But first, what’s your preferred style?

 

Bi-fold Wallets

 

Bi-fold wallets are your pretty stock standard wallet. Comprising of two halves and usually including compartments to store cash, bi-fold wallets are heavy on the card slots. They’re also usually the most budget-friendly wallet, coming in not only leather, but elastic material, polyester and even metal (that being said, we recommend a leather wallet).

Tri-fold Wallets

 

If you’re after more real estate to put your credit cards, I.Ds and other important plastics, this might be your best bet. The major difference between a tri-fold wallet and a bi-fold wallet is when it extends, you get a a third section for more storage. But be careful, the extra compartment space will add thickness to the wallet so it might not be as slim as other options.

Slim Wallets

 

Slim wallets are the middle ground between standard bi-folds ( you can get a slim bi-fold wallet, don’t worry) and card holders. They offer a smaller level of storage to typical bi-fold wallets to give you a slimmer feel when folded. If you’re someone who doesn’t want bulge out of the front pocket of your jeans but you need enough room to hold all your credit cards and cash, this is your best bet.

Card Holders

 

If you’re after a minimalist wallet, card holders are your best best. Sure, you might not be able to carry all your cards but the holder will slot into your back pocket and you won’t have a heavy item dragging your pants down. Minimalism meets style, what could go wrong?

Money Clips

 

Similar to card holders in that they’re extremely minimalist and tidy, the big difference is there’s a greater focus on carrying your notes rather than cards. The other caveat is that most will have a metal piece to hold your cash tight, which means it loses a bit of flexibility in your pockets.

Travel Wallets

 

Okay, you won’t be carrying these around every day but travel wallets are definitely a piece you should invest in. Get organised ahead of your next overseas trip by investing in a travel wallet that is both secure ( the last thing you want is the zipper breaking) and has enough card slots to carry all your credit cards, cash and important documents. Invest in a high quality leather one with easy access to important documents so you don’t have to scramble at customs on your next holiday.

RFID Blocking Wallets

 

Over the last decade, you would have seen news stations report the growing interest in identity theft from crooks. RFID blocking wallets are wallets that are designed to prevent criminals from skimming your credit cards on the street. Although the debate is still up in the air, if you’re after extra peace of mind, this is your option.

 

Bellroy Hide & Seek – Designers Edition

RRP: $139

Herschel Roy Wallet

RRP: $55

Fossil Ryan RFID Money Clip Bifold

RRP: $119

 

Jeff Banks Bifold Wallet

RRP:  $89.95

Buckle 1922 Leather Wallet

RRP: $64

 

 

Bellroy Slim & Leather Wallet

RRP: $119

 

R.M. Williams Tab Wallet With Coin Pocket

RRP: $159

Michael Kors Odin Tall Leather Card Case

RRP: $69

 

Victorinox Altius Alox Deluxe Bifold Wallet

RRP: $34.19

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Enter Challengers, a movie as much about the intensity of competitive tennis and a love for the game as it is about three specific players and fanatics whose personal (and romantic) lives are so intertwined that they simply cannot get away from one another over the course of more than ten years. Director Luca Guadagnino and writer Justin Kuritzkes infuse Challengers with a sense of frenetic energy and constant sensuality that the film’s trio of stars – Zendaya, Josh O’Connor, and Mike Faist – are 100% game for, and manage to use their charismatic talents and handles on their respective characters to ramp up even more.

The story is framed by a Challenger match between the famous and successful Art (Faist) and the lower-circuit scuffler Patrick (O’Connor), where the winner ostensibly earns a spot to compete at the U.S. Open. But over the course of the match, we learn about their history – as former best friends, doubles partners, and, yes, competitors – and also about Art’s wife/coach Tashi (Zendaya), who was once a phenom herself, catching the attention of both men before an injury cut her career short.

Through the unique relationship between its three leads, Challengers manages to upend any pre-existing ‘sports movie’ expectations you possibly could have had. With the help of Guadagnino’s inventive and exciting filmmaking, along with a Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross score that will make you feel like you just took some kind of VERY intense upper drug, Challengers knows how to please the people watching. The tennis scenes are intense, a form of nonverbal storytelling in and of themselves, and every bit of the film serves to set another vital moment or character trait up.

You’ll walk out of Challengers feeling like you just got a jolt of energy—and probably want to watch it again right away.

What is Challengers about?

Challengers is two types of movie in one: a sports movie – telling an authentic and intense story of three uber-talented tennis players – and a romantic drama, diving deep into a long-evolving relationship between those same three tennis players (who also happen to be complex sexual beings).

The story is simple enough: Art and Patrick are essentially lifelong best friends who are doubles partners, but also face off when they need to. But when they see Tashi Duncan – a tennis prodigy sponsored by Adidas before even attending college—everything changes; they both kind of fall head over heels for her.

The film tells its story in a nonlinear fashion, jumping between the moment when all three met, to its present day Challenger event – where a now-successful Art, now married to Tashi, and a Patrick who lives out of his car are facing off – and everything in between.

The film gains more and more steam as it goes on, both in the bedroom and on the court, climaxing with easily the most exciting ten-minute sequence to hit cinemas so far in 2024.

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There will be something for everyone on streaming platforms in May. Whether you’re a fan of gripping sports dramas or side-splitting comedies. But that’s part of the problem. The big hitters like Netflix, Disney+ and Stan are so packed with content that it makes it difficult to discern what’s worth your time and what’s best left on the backburner – especially when you’re prone to indecision and are paying for the luxury of choice.

Not to worry though, Men’s Health has you covered. Featuring everything from critically acclaimed blockbusters finally making their digital debuts to the premiere of long-awaited original series, we’ve rounded up all the very best films and shows coming to streaming platforms in May 2024.

What’s new on Netflix in May?

May Netflix Highlight – A Man in Full

With Succession drawing to a close with its final season in 2023, fans of the series on the lookout for a similar bingeworthy drama will find it in A Man in Full. Based on Tom Wolfe’s bestselling novel of the same name, A Man in Full follows an unscrupulous real estate mogul who must defend his crumbling empire from rival businessmen and crude politicians when faced with sudden bankruptcy. Jeff Daniels stars in the leading role, a decidedly different look from what many viewers will know him for (Dumb and Dumber).

Also coming to Netflix in May is Unfrosted. Riding on the coattails of successful 2023 documentary films like Air and Blackberry, Unfrosted also dramatises the early years of a now lucrative business – Kellogg’s, and the creation of pop-tarts. Unfrosted is Jerry Seinfeld’s directorial debut and will carry a lighter tone than the other films of its business-docudrama genre. Expect Bodkin to garner its fair share of viewers as well, in light of the recent societal obsession with true crime stories. The series is a thriller/dark comedy and sees a group of podcasters journey to a quaint Irish town to investigate a slate of mysterious, decades-old disappearances.

May 1

• Airport
• Airport ’77
• Airport 1975
• The Best Man Holiday
• Blended
• Blue Mountain State, seasons 1-3
• Blue Mountain State: The Rise of Thadland
• Deaw Special: Super Soft Power
• Down The Rabbit Hole
• Eat Pray Love
• The Edge of Seventeen
• The Equalizer
• Frankly Speaking
• The Gentlemen
• Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar
• Hellboy (2019)
• Hulk
• Jumanji (1995)
• Liar Liar
• Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa
• The Matrix Resurrections
• Mortal Kombat (2021)
• Mr. & Mrs. Smith
• The Nutty Professor
• The Nutty Professor II: The Klumps
• Outlander, season 6
• Patriots Day
• Public Enemies
• Ride Along
• Shrek
• Shrek Forever After
• Starship Troopers
• Traffic
• The Wedding Planner
• White House Down
• Woody Woodpecker
•  The Young Victoria

May 2

• A Man in Full
• Beautiful Rebel
• Lola
• Secrets of the Neanderthals
• T・P BON

May 3

• 2 Hearts
• John Mulaney Presents: Everybody’s In L.A
• Postcards
• Selling the OC, season 3
• The Unbroken Voice, season 2
• Unfrosted

May 4

• The Atypical Family
• Katt Williams: Woke Foke

May 5

• The Peanut Butter Falcon
• Roast of Tom Brady

May 6

• 30 for 30: Broke
• 30 for 30: Deion’s Double Play
• 30 for 30: The Two Escobars
• John Mulaney Presents: Everybody’s In L.A
• Reba, seasons 1-6

May 7

• Super Rich in Korea

May 8

• The Final: Attack on Wembley
• War Dogs

May 9

• Bodkin
• The Guardian of the Monarchs
• Mother of The Bride
• Sing Street
• Thank You, Next

May 10

• Blood of Zeus, season 2
• Cooking Up Murder: Uncovering the Story of César Román
• Living With Leopards
• Pokémon Horizons: The Series, part 2
• The Ultimatum: South Africa

May 11

• Mark Twain Prize Award: Kevin Hart

May 13

• Archer, seasons 1-13
• Princess Power, season 3

May 14

• Married at First Sight, season 15

May 15

• Ashley Madison: Sex, Lies & Scandal
• The Clovehitch Killer

May 16

• Bridgerton, season 3, part 1
• Dumb and Dumber To
• Maestro in Blue, season 2
• Upgrade

May 17

• The 8 Show
• Power
• Thelma the Unicorn

May 19

• A Simple Favor
• Golden Kamuy

May 20

• The Parisian Agency: Exclusive Properties, season 4

May 21

• Rachel Feinstein: Big Guy
• Wildfire, seasons 1-4

May 22

• Act Your Age, season 1
• Toughest Forces on Earth

May 23

• Garouden: The Way of the Lone Wolf
• In Good Hands 2
• Tires

May 24

• Atlas
• Butterfly in the Sky: The Story of Reading Rainbow
• Jurassic World: Chaos Theory
• Mulligan, part 2
• My Oni Girl

May 28

• Bionic
• Colors of Evil: Red
• Dancing for the Devil: The 7M TikTok Cult
• Patrick Melrose

May 30

• Eric
• Geek Girl

May 31

• A Part of You
• Chola Chabuca
• How to Ruin Love: The Proposal
• Raising Voices
• Tòkunbọ̀

What’s new on Disney+ in May?

May Disney+ Highlight – Welcome to Wrexham, season 3

After a quiet few months, Disney+ is back in a big way. Welcome to Wrexham‘s third season will premiere on May 3rd, chronicling Wrexham’s first season back in the English Football League and third under the guidance of celebrity owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney. Spoiler alert, the team just defeated league leaders Stockport to finish second on the table and secure promotion to the English Football League One next season, so expect another success story.

Elsewhere, the newest series of Doctor Who will be streaming exclusively on Disney+, with Ncuti Gatwa – previously of Sex Education fame – as the first ever black actor to play the titular role. For Star Wars fans, May 4th – practically a religious holiday – will be marked by the premiere of six-part series Tales of the Empire. And if you’re hoping to quench your whodunnit thirst, Shardlake, which follows a 16th century English lawyer sent to investigate a murder at a remote monastery, should provide more than enough intrigue and mystery to suffice.

May 1

• Shardlake

May 3

• Beneath the Planet of the Apes
• Conquest of the Planet of the Apes
• Prom Dates
• Welcome to Wrexham, season 3

May 4

• How Not to Draw, seasons 1-2
• Star Wars: Tales of the Empire

May 5

• Monsters at Work, season 2

May 8

• We Were The Lucky Ones
• Let It Be

May 10

• Past Lies

May 11

• Doctor Who

May 14

• Crash

May 15

• Uncle Samsik
• Queen Rock Montreal

May 17

• Billy & Molly: An Otter Love Story

May 22

• Marvel Studios Assembled: The Making of X-Men ’97
• Chip ‘n’ Dale: Park Life, season 2
• Pauline
• Mickey Mouse Funhouse, season 3

May 23

• The Kardashians, season 5

May 24

• The Beach Boys

May 31

• Jim Henson Idea Man

New episodes of The Veil, The Bad Batch, Vanderpump Villa, The Simpsons, The Fable, Grey’s Anatomy, Station 19, Undead Unluck, Will Trent, Not Dead Yet, Chief Detective 1958, Blood Free, House of the Owl, and Marvel’s X-Men 97 will also appear weekly throughout May.

What’s new on Stan in May?

May Stan Highlight – Anatomy of a Fall

Oscar-winning French legal drama Anatomy of a Fall will arrive on Stan in May. The film centres on a woman suspected of murdering her husband, while her blind son faces a moral dilemma as the sole witness. Anatomy of a Fall received five Academy award nominations this year and took home the Oscar for Best Original Screenplay – and believe us, if there was an Oscar for best animal actor, it would’ve won that too.

Also new on Stan, The Tattooist of Auschwitz tells the story of Lali Sokolov, a Slovak-Australian businessman and survivor of the Auschwitz concentration camp. Sokolov, who is played by Harvey Keitel in the new series, was first brought to wider attention by New Zealand Author Heather Morris’ bestselling non-fiction novel in 2018. Now, Morris herself becomes a character in the series, with Melanie Lynskey portraying the author who seeks out Sokolov for information on his imprisonment and role in branding the camp’s prisoners with an identification number. Expect a tough watch, but an important one.

May 1

• White House Down
• The Salisbury Poisonings, season 1
• Burning Days

May 2

• The Tattooist of Auschwitz
• Geordie OGs, seasons 1-2

May 3

• Hacks, season 3
• Colombiana
• Intruders

May 4

• Jobs
• The Most Beautiful Day in the World
• Wild Seas

May 5

• Hidden Figures
• Four’s a Crowd

May 6

• Dear David
• Clouds of Sils Maria

May 7

• Darkland: The Return

May 8

• The Expatriate
• Hard Sun, season 1

May 9

• Bright Star
• History of the Occult
• Failure to Launch

May 10

• Mid90s
• Are You The One UK, season 1
• 3rd Rock From The Sun, seasons 1-6

May 11

• Mrs. Doubtfire
• The Last Night of Amore

May 12

• High, season 2
• Predestination
• Love Thing

May 13

• Alma & Oskar

May 14

• Suite Francaise
• The Help

May 15

• Little Bird, season 1
• The Physician
• A Girl Returned

May 16

• Teen Spirit
• Dublin Murders, season 1
• The Eight Hundred

May 18

• RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars, season 9
• EO
• Murder On The Orient Express (2017)

May 19

• Mark Felt: Man Who Brought Down The White House
• Shinjuku Incident

May 20

• X + Y
• Believer

May 21

• At War with Love

May 22

• American Ninja Warrior, season 15
• Dark Skies

May 23

• Insomnia, season 1
• Face/Off
• Loro: The Director’s Cut Pt. 1
• Loro: The Director’s Cut Pt. 2

May 24

• Anatomy of a Fall

May 25

• Flashdance
• Butterfly, season 1
• The Fault In Our Stars

May 26

• Revealed: Renee Gracie—Fireproof
• The Core
• Lord, Give Me Patience

May 27

• Those Happy Years

May 28

• The Combination
• The Combination: Redemption
• Bangla

May 29

• Baghdad Central, season 1
• Braveheart

May 30

• Three Thousand Years Of Longing
• Sacro Gra

May 31

• We Are Lady Parts, season 2
• Float
• Disobedience
• The Family

What’s new on Amazon Prime Video in May?

May Amazon Prime Video Highlight – The Test: A New Era for Australia’s Team, season 3

The Test returns for another season documenting the Australian men’s national cricket team’s dominance under their talismanic captain Pat Cummins. This time, the docuseries will focus on the bitter Ashes series between Australia and England that dominated headlines and pub talk in 2023. A trailer for the new season is yet to be released, but expect the in-depth look into the team’s personal perspectives on the series to be just as incendiary as the original incidents.

If cricket’s not to your taste, the first season of Young Rock, starring former Men’s Health cover guy Uli Latukefu, will also make its way to Amazon Prime next month.

May 1

• Mannequin
• Of Mice and Men
• Mr Robot, season 1-4
• Friday Night Lights, seasons 1-5 
• The Bold Type, seasons 1-5 
• Parks and Recreation, seasons 1-7 

May 2

• The Idea of You
• Young Rock, season 1

May 3

• About My Father
• Bring Him to Me
• Clarkson’s Farm, season 3 part 1

May 7

• Muriel’s Wedding

May 9

• Maxton Hall – The World Between Us
• The Goat, season 1

May 10

• Arthur The King
• Clarkson’s Farm, season 3 part 2

May 13

• EXPEND4BLES

May 14

• Gamer

May 15

• Columbo, seasons 1-9

May 16

• Outer Range, season 2
• Academy of Country Music Awards

May 17

• Beyond the Veil, season 2

May 19

• Edge of Tomorrow
• My Spy

May 21

• The Time Traveller’s Wife

May 23

• The Blue Angels

May 24

• The Test, season 3

May 28

• The Dive

May 30

• May December

May 31

• Thanksgiving
• The Outlaws, season 3

What’s new on Binge in May?

May Binge Highlight – Mission Impossible – Dead Reckoning

2023 was the year of the blockbuster. After a few years of box office stagnation following the COVID pandemic and the conclusion of the main Avengers storyline, 2023 saw Barbie, Oppenheimer and Super Mario Bros. all gross for more than $1 billion. Released just two weeks before the beginning of the Barbenheimer phenomenon, Mission Impossible – Dead Reckoning flew completely under the radar as a result, but it was still a massive commercial success. It’s also the most critically successful film in the Tom Cruise-fronted Mission Impossible franchise, topping Rotten Tomatoes’ audience and critics scores.

Beloved Australian series Colin From Accounts is also returning for a second season on Binge. The rom-com follows a couple who meet through a car crash and are bound by an injured dog. By the end of season one, the pair managed to fit each other into their already wild lives. Season two will be about keeping that spark alive. Assisting Colin From Accounts’ authenticity is the fact that the on-screen leads are also partners off-screen.

May 1

Inside The Shein Machine
Monk, seasons 1-4
Deadly Decisions
El Accidente
Honor, Season 2
48 Hours To Victory
Meg 2: The Trench
Room 212
A Quiet Passion
Drop Dead Fred
The Little Hours
Brewster’s Millions
Some Kind Of Wonderful

May 2

China Rising, parts 1-2
New Nurses, season 2
Turtles All The Way Down
Leatherheads
The Other Boleyn Girl

May 3

Gogglebox UK, season 22
Missile From The East
FBOY Island USA, season 3
#textmewhenyougethome, season 2
Bad Blood: Toppling Turnbull
Big Shots: Anti-Vaxxers Exposed
Catching The Claremont Killer: The Untold Story
Swamp People: Serpent Invasion, season 3
Lust, Lies & Polygamy
Ann Rule’s A Murder To Remember

May 4

The Great South African Bake Off, season 4
My Husband’s Seven Wives
The Neighbours Are Watching
Murder At The Country Club

May 5

Secret Love Triangle
Secrets In The Desert

May 6

Swamp People: Serpent Invasion, season 3
Australia’s Cocaine Crisis
Cooking With The Stars, season 2
Take In Montana
The Venice Murders

May 7

Real Housewives of New Jersey, season 14
New Blood: Morrison’s Miracle
Auschwitz – One Day
Lawyer X: The Untold Story

May 8

Shelved
Sell This House, season 11
Saving Lives At Sea, season 3
Ancient Secrets Of Althorp With Charles Spencer
Barbie
Paw Patrol: The Mighty Movie

May 9

Pretty Little Liars: Summer School, season 2
Eden: Untamed Planet
What Really Happened In Wuhan
Whitstable Pearl, season 2
Deepwater Salvage, season 2

May 10

Simply Raymond Blanc, season 2
Nick Knowles Heritage Rescue
Hospital, season 6
Countdown To Surrender – The Last 100 Days
Simply Raymond Blanc, season 2
Nick Knowles Heritage Rescue
The Exorcist: Believer

May 11

George Michael: Portrait Of An Artist

May 12

Nikki Glaser: Someday You’ll Die
Rock Hudson: All That Heaven Allowed
The Tasting

May 13

Eat Well For Less: New Zealand, season 4
EXPEND4BLES

May 14

Antiques Road Trip, season 25

May 15

Billionaire Murders

May 16

Confessions Of A Psycho Killer

May 20

Styled
Vida The Vet
The Campaign Uncovered
The Belt Report: Pell Exclusive

May 21

Stax: Soulsville USA
Frozen Planet II, season 2
Changing Our Nation
The Cult Of Dan Andrews

May 22

Haters Online: Erin Molan Fights Back
Liberals In Power
World’s Most Expensive Cruise, season 3
Emergency Helicopter Medics
Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning

May 23

Men In The Mirror: Rudd & Turnbull
Who Murdered Marea?
Paediatric Rescue
Ronnie’s
Britain’s Most Scenic Counties: Norfolk & Suffolk

May 24

Your ABC Exposed
MH370: The Final Search
Ancient Superstructures, season 2

May 28

Christina On The Coast, season 4
Cruising The Med
Location, Location, Location, season 27
Chopped Next Gen

May 29

Movie Pass, Movie Crash

May 30

Colin From Accounts, season 2
Grand Designs: The Street, season 3
May December

May 31

Interior Design Masters With Alan Carr, season 5
Thanksgiving

What’s new on Apple TV+ in May?

May Apple TV+ Highlight – Dark Matter

Starring Australian Joel Edgerton, Dark Matter is based on a bestselling novel and is cashing in on the recent multiverse craze. The story revolves around Chicago-based physicist Jason Dessen, who is kidnapped by a parallel-universe version of himself and taken to an alternate world shaped by a decision he made 15 years earlier. There, he must literally fight against himself to get back to his true reality and protect his family. Mind-bending stuff.

May 1

• Acapulco, season 3

May 8

• Dark Matter
• Hollywood Con Queen

May 17

• The Big Cigar

May 22

• Trying, season 4

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