Expert guidance, self-help hacks and real-life stories to help you improve your mental wellbeing.
Dr Zac Seidler on why men have a crucial role to play if we are to effectively tackle domestic violence
THE SCOURGE OF violence in our homes and communities is predominantly driven by men’s behaviours and these behaviours fundamentally intersect with men’s health issues. Men in a positive state of mind, with meaning and connection in their lives, are less likely to...
7 ways you wreck your body when you don’t get off your butt
ONE OF THE WORST THINGS you can do to your body is do nothing at all. Being sedentary can do a number on your body – and it can be more dangerous than you might think. Adding to previous research of its kind, authors of a study found that more than 300,000 people saw...
Osher Günsberg on the mental burpee everyone needs to do
AS SOMEONE WHO was once on the cover of Men’s Health with my shirt off, I can safely say that in comparison to that photo, I am out of shape. Compared to where I was mentally when that photo was taken, however, right now I’m in way better shape. That’s not to say that...
Baby Reindeer and the lure of the binge-watch
BY THE THIRD episode of the hit new Netflix series Baby Reindeer I knew I was in trouble. The credits were rolling, the next episode was cueing up and the countdown was on: seven, six, five, four . . . It was 9.53pm on a ‘school night’. I looked at my wife. Should we...
Why watching sports may be good for your wellbeing
GRAB YOUR REMOTE and settle in on the couch. Watching sport, often derided as a practice that produces non-responsive couch potatoes, may actually benefit your health and wellbeing and could lead to positive changes in your brain. With footy season in full swing, the...
Dr Zac Seidler on why men have a crucial role to play if we are to effectively tackle domestic violence
We are in a cultural maelstrom right now, and men are at the centre of it. A woman being murdered every four days by a man in her life isn’t a conspiracy theory, it’s an unquestionable national emergency, that demands men take this seriously, and act
7 ways you wreck your body when you don’t get off your butt
Plus, we drop the easy tips and tricks that you can do to get back on track and wave away that frustrating funk
Osher Günsberg on the mental burpee everyone needs to do
One of the hardest but most beneficial things you can do to balance your mental equilibrium is start taking notice of the world around you. Like, really noticing
Baby Reindeer and the lure of the binge-watch
The hit Netflix series about a man and his stalker is topping streaming charts and dominating office conversations right now. But could mainlining a good TV series be hurting your health?
Why watching sports may be good for your wellbeing
Pull on your jersey and grab your remote, studies show catching a game can lead to positive brain changes. Score!
Why getting familiar with your own breath might just save you
Take a deep breath and dive into the world of breathwork, where sweaty yoga mats and rhythmic realisation meet profound self-exploration
Everything you need to know about breathwork
And the best breathing exercises to help you calm down
Osher Günsberg on what healthy masculinity actually looks like
At some point, you’ve probably been on the receiving end of a friendly punch in the arm, backslap or hair ruffle from a male friend or acquaintance. What’s behind overly physical greetings between blokes? This month, Men’s Health’s expert on growth, Osher Günsberg, digs into why men feel the need to use playful expressions of violence to convey their enthusiasm to see each other
The science-backed playlist to optimise your mornings
Say goodbye to groggy mornings and hello to the perfect wake-up playlist. Don't hit snooze, check it out now.
The power and possibility of psychedelic drugs to treat mental health
Psychedelic drugs are shaping as powerful tools in the treatment of mental health conditions. Men’s Health spoke to the Australian doctor leading the charge to change the way we treat depression and anxiety.
A psychologist’s guide to beating dating-app fatigue
Getting hammered on Hinge? In his new column, Men’s Health’s panellist on mental health, Dr Zac Seidler, looks at how dating apps can affect your self-esteem and identifies ways you can turn the tide in your favour.
Are ice baths and saunas overrated?
An Aussie expert is pouring cold water on the benefits of a frigid dip, as well as a steam in a sauna. Could two of modern health and wellness’ most popular hacks be on shaky ground?