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Reverend Richard Coles has packed more into one life so far than most, but has he maintained his health along the way? Author and broadcaster Reverend Richard Coles joins leading men's health specialist Dr Jeff Foster on the MAN ALIVE podcast this week to delve into men's health and ageing, as well as dissect his blood test results. In this episode, we discuss Mounjaro and weight-loss, the health reality of I'm a Celeb, Richard's blood test results, his wild stint in Ibiza which led to him becoming a priest, the importance of routines like prayer and community, how men often approach grief and the limitations of it, and much more... Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 00:43 Is Richard Secretly 1000 Years Old? 02:06 Health Now vs 30 Years Ago 03:24 Richard’s Health Rating 04:06 Richard’s Weight-Loss Medication Journey 09:28 Losing Weight on I’m a Celeb 11:45 Richard’s Blood Test Results 23:24 The Wheel of Health 27:45 From Ibiza to Priesthood 31:46 Why Prayer Can Be Helpful 32:52 We Need Community in Modern Society 34:07 Helping Others With Grief 37:31 How Men Approach Grief 40:38 Richard’s Purpose 42:16 Health Goals 42:48 One Thing Men Can Do Today 43:24 Where to Find Richard Follow Richard: https://www.richardcoles.com/ Get the same blood test as our celebrity guests: https://www.joinvoy.com/trt/testosterone-blood-test?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=manalive-RICHARDCOLESMAN ALIVE is presented by Voy. #menshealth #grief #weightloss

Could your approach to running be the reason you keep getting injured or giving up? Today on MAN ALIVE, ultrarunner and founder of That’s Runnable, Tommy Lewis, joins Dr Jeff Foster to discuss men’s biggest running mistakes, what he thinks Couch to 5K gets wrong and why running for weight loss can disappoint. They also explore running for mental health, fitness-watch obsession and whether you’re wasting money on electrolytes. Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 00:43 Why Should Men Start Running? 03:26 Biggest Mistakes Men Make With Running 07:00 How to Start Running 07:50 Why Runners Need Strength Training 08:53 Running for Weight Loss 10:58 What Couch to 5K Gets Wrong 12:41 Finding Time to Exercise 16:26 Running for Mental Health 20:40 VO2 Max & Fitness-Data Obsession 25:57 How to Improve Your Fitness 27:17 Running Fast & Healthy Ageing 28:55 Running Shoes & Equipment 33:27 Running Without a Watch 35:11 Do You Really Need Electrolytes? 42:43 From Beginner to Ultrarunner 44:03 Tommy’s One Message to Men 46:18 Where to Find Tommy Get the same blood test as our celebrity guests: https://www.joinvoy.com/trt/testosterone-blood-test Follow Tommy: https://www.instagram.com/tommyrunpt/ https://www.instagram.com/thatsrunnable/ Follow Man Alive: https://instagram.com/manalivepodcast https://facebook.com/drjefffoster https://tiktok.com/@man.alive.podcast Listen to Man Alive: https://open.spotify.com/show/0A4wuGuqnetkeBwxPdcyqn https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/man-alive-with-dr-jeff-foster/id1849695640 MAN ALIVE is presented by Voy. #manalive #menshealth #running

Kevin Bishop says quitting alcohol was the best thing he ever did. But what do his blood test results reveal about his health today?Today on MAN ALIVE, the British actor and comedian joins Dr Jeff Foster to discuss sobriety, ADHD and living with Steve Coogan – with plenty of impressions along the way. Jeff also reveals Kevin’s blood test results, including a surprising testosterone reading.Timestamps:00:00 Intro 00:45 ADHD & Impressions 02:38 Living With Steve Coogan 05:09 ADHD Diagnosis & Medication 08:16 Growing Up As a Child Actor 11:17 Daily Life in the West End 16:42 Winding Down After a Show 18:03 Kevin’s Blood Test Results 19:57 Kevin’s Surprising Testosterone Result 24:09 Prostate Health & Testing 27:18 Quitting Alcohol & Sobriety 32:04 Reflecting on His Results 35:02 The Wheel of Health 36:00 Sex Drive in Your 40s 39:33 Joint Pain & Arthritis 43:16 Kevin’s Focus for the Next Decade 45:55 One Thing Men Can Start Today 47:58 Where to Find KevinMAN ALIVE is presented by Voy.

Peptides promise more muscle, faster recovery, weight loss and younger-looking skin. But what does the evidence say? Today on MAN ALIVE, men’s health specialist and GP Dr Jeff Foster explains the difference between licensed medicines and unregulated peptides sold online. He examines the claims around testosterone, muscle, recovery, skin and hair, and shares what happened to one patient’s blood test results after taking a stack of peptides. Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 00:24 What Are Peptides? 01:07 Peptides & Testosterone 01:41 Can Peptides Help Build Muscle? 02:22 Peptides & Fat/Weight-loss 05:04 Peptides for Quicker Recovery 06:59 Peptides for Skin & Hair 09:54 Best Peptides for Men 11:48 Safety & Side Effects 17:10 Are Peptides Just Hype? 19:30 Will Peptides be Legalised? 21:39 Conclusion MAN ALIVE is presented by Voy. #menshealth #peptides #testosterone

He's a literal giant of a man, but will Jamie feel small as we put his real blood test results under the spotlight? Today on MAN ALIVE, bodybuilder and Giant from BBC's Gladiators, Jamie Bigg, joins leading men's health specialist & NHS GP Dr Jeff Foster to talk men's health by getting to understand Jamie's fitness and diet routine as well as reveal and discuss his blood test results. In this episode, we discuss Jamie's testosterone journey, his biggest lessons and insights from Gladiators, his typical week of fitness training and diet, why he chooses to wake up at 4:30am every morning, his steroid advice for young men, the importance of discipline and resilience, and much more... Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 01:02 Biggest Takeaways From Gladiators 02:06 Favourite Gladiators Memories 02:56 Gladiators Casting Process 04:46 Playing Giant at 40 06:29 Typical Week of Training 10:12 Training For a Bodybuilding Event 12:36 Maintaining Fitness While Travelling 14:19 Most Overrated Exercise 15:57 Jamie’s Daily Diet 17:32 Average Daily Protein Intake 21:46 Guilty Pleasure Food 23:18 Jamie’s Blood Test Results 31:05 Jamie’s Experience With TRT 42:12 How Jamie Feels About His Results 43:28 The Wheel of Health 48:51 Mindset of a Giant 50:12 How to Build Discipline & Resilience 53:43 Jamie’s Role Models 54:16 One Thing Men Can Start Doing Today 54:36 Where to Find Jamie MAN ALIVE is presented by Voy. #menshealth #fitness #fitnesspodcast

Online health information is so confusing now that even Doctors are struggling to keep up, is this a good thing or a bad thing for society? Leading men's health specialist Dr Jeff Foster is joined by broadcaster and author Dr Xand Van Tulleken to decode the biggest issues with the wellness industry and discover who normal people can genuinely trust. In the episode, they discuss wearable health trackers, secrets behind the supplement industry, how to know what to believe on social media, the shortcomings of conventional medicine, the rise of weight-loss drugs like Ozempic and Maunjaro, why Xand has an issue with how testosterone is marketed, and more... Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 00:57 Confusion & Contradiction in the Wellness Industry 02:57 Why Are We Optimising Ourselves? 04:30 Tracking Health on Wearable Tech 08:26 How Accurate is Smartwatch Data? 10:06 Xand’s Research on Supplements 15:26 The 6 Supplements Xand Trusts 19:47 Is Social Media a Net Positive for Health Information? 24:37 Has Conventional Medicine Failed Us? 32:05 Are Weight Loss Drugs a Miracle or a Concern? 36:23 Using Weight Loss Drugs When You Aren’t Obese 38:46 Xand’s Issue with Testosterone 44:04 Who Can You Trust? 48:27 One Thing Men Should Start Doing Today 52:43 Where to Find Xand Get the same blood test as our celebrity guests: https://www.joinvoy.com/trt/testosterone-blood-test?utm_source=spotify&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=manalive-XANDVANT Get Xand's new book! https://www.penguin.co.uk/books/471997/make-me-well-by-tulleken-xand-van/9781529961034 MAN ALIVE is presented by Voy. #supplements #wellness #menshealth

What happens inside your body moments before you prank the most powerful man on the planet on live television? We find out today… Comedian and prankster Simon Brodkin joins leading men’s health specialist Dr Jeff Foster on MAN ALIVE for another important conversation on men’s health as well as revealing Simon’s blood test results. In this episode, we discuss Simon’s past life as a junior Doctor, Simon’s sleep problems, his blood test results, his experiences with ADHD and more.

By age 35, 40% to 66% of men in the UK have noticeably thinning hair or hair loss. We're getting better as men at dealing with it and, most importantly, we now have options for preventing and reversing hair loss. In this special episode of MAN ALIVE, NHS GP and leading men's health specialist Dr Jeff Foster covers the most common questions men ask about male pattern baldness and hair loss. We discuss what male pattern baldness is, what it's caused by and how dihydrotestosterone plays an important part, what lifestyle factors can both speed up hair loss and improve hair quality, and the pros and cons of each treatment option. Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 00:21 Male Pattern Baldness 03:03 What Causes Male Hair Loss? 09:13 When Can Male Pattern Baldness Begin? 09:43 Lifestyles Factors That Speed Up Male Hair Loss 11:07 Can You Prevent/Reverse Male Hair Loss? 24:24 Conclusion & Caveats Get the same blood test as our celebrity guests: https://www.joinvoy.com/trt/testosterone-blood-test?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=manalive-JEFFHAIRLOSS MAN ALIVE is presented by Voy. #menshealth #hairloss #malepatternbaldness

Something as simple as a haircut can improve a man's confidence and snowball into amazing positive habits, so how do you start? Celebrity hairstylist Michael Douglas joins leading men's health specialist Dr Jeff Foster on MAN ALIVE today to give men expert tips on their hair, as well as sharing his own rollercoaster health journey - including how he died for 3 minutes after a collapsed lung and how he has possibly our best blood test results on the podcast so far! In this episode, we discuss hair tips for men, the best 5-minute hair routine, shampoo and hair loss fixes like transplants, minoxidil and finasteride. We also discuss staying resilient in long-term illness, Michael's experiences caring for his partner Davina McCall in her illness, and the importance of solid male friendships for men's mental health.Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 00:44 Most Common Men’s Hair Mistakes 02:02 Practical Styling Tips 02:56 Shampoo Tips for Men 04:47 Doing Your Hair in 5 Minutes 06:01 Things You Don’t Need for Your Hair 07:11 Michael’s View on Hair Transplants 11:20 Michael’s Past Health Struggles 15:01 Resilience in Difficult Times 18:51 Rating Michael’s Health 19:19 Michael’s Blood Test Results 23:30 Daily Practices That Keep Michael Healthy 26:31 Caring for Davina in Her Illness 34:45 Navigating the Menopause as the Male Partner 38:23 Overcoming Tall Poppy Syndrome 42:37 How a New Haircut Can Change Your Life 44:05 Reflecting on Michael’s Blood Test Results 45:09 Where to Find Michael Get the same blood test as our celebrity guests: https://www.joinvoy.com/trt/testosterone-blood-test?utm_source=spotify&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=manalive-MICHAELDOUGLAS MAN ALIVE is presented by Voy. #hairstyle #davinamccall #mensmentalhealth

It's been proven that biking lowers stress by 25%, so could biking save the crisis of male loneliness in the UK? Leading men's health specialist Dr Jeff Foster is joined by internet sensation HarveyRidesBikes to discuss the crossover between biking and improved health, as well as digging into Harvey's own health. In this episode, we discuss Harvey's favourite journeys, why some bikers develop a third testicle, why Harvey couldn't do our MAN ALIVE blood test, why biking could help more men with their mental health, Harvey's approach to kindness and positive masculinity, and more... Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 00:46 Why Do Men Love Bikes? 01:48 Harvey’s Favourite Journey 02:39 Bike or Body? 04:23 Third Testicle From Biking 05:43 Nutrition on Long Bike Journeys 06:43 Harvey’s Needle Phobia 10:03 Harvey’s Health Rating 11:03 Measuring QRisk 12:56 Health Changes to Make 13:47 How Biking Improves Mental Health 17:22 Has Harvey Cried on a Ride? 19:04 Why Harvey Gives Out Sweets 23:43 Favourite Interactions on the Bike 27:22 The Pressure to Be ‘Harvey’ 29:57 Can Biking Be a Social Prescription? 30:51 The Wheel of Health 34:55 Men’s Need for Adventure 37:14 The Danger of Biking 39:30 Tips for Starting Biking 41:02 Harvey’s Health Goals 42:26 Harvey’s One Message for Men 44:00 Where to Find Harvey Get the same blood test as our celebrity guests: https://www.joinvoy.com/trt/testosterone-blood-test?utm_source=spotify&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=manalive-HARVEYRIDESBIKESMAN ALIVE is presented by Voy. #biking #menshealth #mentalhealth

What's the biggest challenge facing men around the world today? Investigative journalist and 4x New York Times bestselling author Johann Hari has written about the top issues of the last decade concerning men: loneliness, disconnection, addiction, stolen focus, obesity, and more. Alongside leading men's health specialist Dr Jeff Foster, this wide-ranging episode touches on all of these big issues with a hopeful, realistic attitude for what men can start doing today to lose weight, reconnect, improve their mood, and overcome the temptation of social media. Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 00:51 How Cambodians Cure Depression 08:37 Why Japan’s Obesity Rates Are So Low 14:35 Body Image in Men Vs Women 23:18 Men’s Attention Spans Have Been Stolen 37:25 Why Men Feel So Disconnected 45:41 The Biggest Challenge for Men Today 50:37 Where to Find Johann Get the same blood test as our celebrity guests: https://www.joinvoy.com/trt/testosterone-blood-test?utm_source=spotify&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=manalive-JOHANNHARI Johann's website: https://johannhari.com/MAN ALIVE is presented by Voy. #obesity #depression #menshealth

He’s a legend of British comedy and drama, but at 57, how is he really doing under the hood?Known for his roles in Cold Feet and The Fast Show, John Thomson joins leading men’s health specialist Dr Jeff Foster in this week’s episode of the MAN ALIVE podcast to dissect his blood test results and pull back the curtain of how John overcame issues with alcohol, mental health, press scrutiny to be at his happiest and most fulfilled today.In this episode, we discuss John’s late ADHD diagnosis and why so many comedians have ADHD, what working with Steve Coogan is really like, John’s impressive blood test results, the pressure of fame, and the low moment when John recognised that alcohol was no longer for him. Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 00:45 Playing Drums to Phil Collins 02:19 Fame After Fast Show & Cold Feet 04:56 John’s Relationship with Alcohol 10:57 Why Funny People Are So Often Addicts 12:48 Should More Men Be Talking About Alcohol? 14:02 John’s Blood Test Results 23:43 How Comedy Has Evolved 24:50 Longevity in Comedy 26:07 Working with Steve Coogan & More 28:58 The Origin of Cheeky Monkey 31:17 The Wheel of Health 38:16 Diagnosed With ADHD at 56 45:07 ADHD Advice for Men 46:43 John’s Health Goals 48:41 One Thing John Wants to Change 49:37 John’s One Message for Men 51:02 Where to Find John Get the same blood test as our celebrity guests: https://www.joinvoy.com/trt/testosterone-blood-test?utm_source=spotify&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=manalive-JOHNTHOMSONMAN ALIVE is presented by Voy. #coldfeet #menshealth #comedy

Testosterone is the talk of the town. Who should consider treating it and who shouldn't, and can lifestyle changes and supplements really make a difference? In this episode of MAN ALIVE, leading men's health specialist & GP Dr Jeff Foster gives a simple explanation of the benefits and limitations of testosterone replacement therapy, lifestyle changes, and supplements claiming to improve testosterone levels. Timestamps: 00:00 Testosterone 00:54 What is TRT? 02:21 Who Needs TRT & Who Doesn’t? 04:23 Do You Need to Be on TRT Forever? 05:59 Can Lifestyle Changes Increase Testosterone? 06:56 Exercising for Testosterone 08:25 Testosterone-Optimised Diet 10:08 Importance of Sleep for Producing Testosterone 14:24 How to Manage Stress for Testosterone 17:29 Can Lifestyle Fix Low Testosterone? 22:07 Supplements for Testosterone 26:10 Doctor’s Summary & Recommendations Get the same blood test as our celebrity guests: https://www.joinvoy.com/trt/testosterone-blood-test?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=manalive-TRTVSLIFESTYLE MAN ALIVE is presented by Voy. #testosterone #menshealth #podcast

Former Special Forces Sergeant Jason Fox was the guest on our first ever episode where he discovered he had low testosterone. Now, he returns to the podcast after having been on TRT (testosterone replacement therapy) for 9 months to give his honest experience for other men and to see how his blood test results have changed Jason Fox, often referred to by his nickname 'Foxy', is a British television personality, adventurer and a former Royal Marine Commando and UK Special Forces soldier. He joins leading men's health specialist and GP Dr Jeff Foster on the MAN ALIVE podcast. In this episode, we discuss the reactions online to Jason's low testosterone revelation, the process and experience of being on TRT, Jason's updated blood test results, the exact workout he uses to stay in shape at 50 years old, Jason's work with veterans and what veteran life in the UK is really life, and the biggest questions and challenges facing men in 2026.Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 00:43 Reactions to Jason’s Low Testosterone 01:45 Reacting to Your Comments 04:13 The Process of Getting TRT 06:05 Side Effects & Results of TRT 08:18 Misconceptions About TRT 11:46 Foxy’s Blood Test Results 17:36 Foxy’s Health Goals 19:47 Fitness & Training as a New Dad 20:41 Staying in Shape at 50 24:04 Jason’s Favourite Exercise 24:21 Changes to Make in Your 40s 26:14 Would Foxy Pass SBS Selection Now? 27:55 Advice for Fitness Beginners Today 29:20 The Reality of Veteran Life in the UK 34:16 Most Common Questions Foxy Gets Asked By Men 36:43 Biggest Problem Men Face in 2026 38:15 Question that Men Ask Foxy Privately 40:45 One Piece of Advice for Men 42:45 Where to Find Jason Get the same blood test as our celebrity guests: https://www.joinvoy.com/trt/testosterone-blood-test?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=manalive-JASONFOX2 MAN ALIVE is presented by Voy. #testosterone #podcast #menshealth

What if poor sleep is quietly damaging your hormones, mental health, productivity, relationships, and even shortening your life? Russell Foster is Professor of Circadian Neuroscience at the University of Oxford and one of the world’s foremost experts on sleep, circadian rhythms, and the body clock. His pioneering research has transformed our understanding of how sleep affects physical health, mental wellbeing, hormones, performance, ageing, and disease. In this episode, Russell shares decades of scientific insight in a clear, practical way, helping us understand why sleep is one of the most powerful and overlooked pillars of long-term health. In this episode, we explore the latest sleep science, circadian rhythms, sleep deprivation, insomnia, sleep quality, deep sleep, REM sleep, men’s health, hormones, testosterone, stress, anxiety, depression, shift work, night shifts, morning routines, chronotypes, early birds vs night owls, biological clocks, sleep recovery, catching up on sleep, melatonin, sleep tablets, sleep supplements, alcohol and sleep, screen time, blue light, podcasts for sleep, audiobooks before bed, optimal performance, cognitive function, productivity, longevity, and practical sleep tips to improve your sleep tonight. Whether you’re struggling with poor sleep, waking during the night, working shifts, or simply want to optimise your health and performance, this conversation is packed with evidence-based advice you can put into practice immediately. Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 00:31 Sleep Theories in Science 02:52 Is Sleep More Important Than Diet? 03:24 Why Some Feel They Can Live on 5 Hours of Sleep 05:23 Biological Signs of Poor Sleep 08:10 Can You Prescribe Better Sleep for Health Issues? 09:25 Margaret Thatcher’s Poor Sleep Consequences 11:27 Can You Catch Up on Sleep? 12:40 Cristiano Ronaldo’s Abnormal Sleep Routine 16:09 Are You a Morning Person By Nature or Nurture? 19:24 Is Society Bad for Natural Night Owls? 20:36 Importance of Morning Structure for Sleep Health 22:01 Differences in How Men Vs Women Sleep 24:05 What Bad Sleep Does to the Male Body 27:15 Sleep Deprivation & Mental Health 29:22 Waking Up Stressed in the Night 35:43 How Damaging Are Night Shifts? 40:47 Simple & Practical Strategies for Night Shift Workers 43:15 Best Time of Day for Most Demanding Tasks 44:52 Melatonin & Sleep Tablets 53:25 Do Any Supplements Help With Sleep? 55:57 Using Alcohol to Wind Down & Relax 57:15 Using Podcasts or Audiobooks to Fall Asleep 59:26 Light from Screens Before Bed 1:00:55 One Thing to Improve Tonight 1:01:34 Where to Find Russell Get the same blood test as our celebrity guests: https://www.joinvoy.com/trt/testosterone-blood-test?utm_source=spotify&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=manalive-RUSSELLFOSTER MAN ALIVE is presented by Voy. #sleep #menshealth #podcast