Innholdsfortegnelse for October 2019 i Men's Health South Africa

1. Superficial Calf Stretch Stand with one foot in front of the other, front knee slightly bent. Keep back knee STRAIGHT with your heels on the ground. Keep spine in a neutral position with abs and glutes tight. Feel that stretch all along your back leg? Hold it for 30 seconds or until the cramp stops. Switch legs and do it again. That’s one rep; complete three times. 2. Deep Calf Stretch Stand with one foot in front of the other, front knee slightly bent. Keep back knee BENT with heel on the ground. Keep spine in neutral position with abs and glutes tight. Feel that stretch along your calf and back leg? Perfect. Hold it for 30 seconds. Switch legs and do it again. That’s one rep; do it…

I’M ON a massage table and a physical therapist digs what looks like atiny metal scythe into my left shoulder. Itry stay still as he rubs along my triceps, scraping hard. This isn’t a scene from Guantanamo Bay; it’s my monthly visit to BFX Performance for fascial scraping, a painful procedure that’s supposed to help, um, relieve pain. It’s the cutting edge of fascial care. Also known as Graston, fascial scraping involves a therapist “massaging” your skin with blade-like objects that do what your foam roller can’t, pressing the skin ultra close to the fascia. That lets the therapist more directly affect this tissue. All that rubbing leads to tiny red marks, as capillaries burst right below the skin. It also promotes blood flow and realigns new fibres. This helps…

Go Monohydrate Most research done on the amino acid creatine shows that creatine monohydrate is the safest, most effective form of the supplement, says Dr. Andrew Jagim, director of sports-medicine research at the Mayo Clinic Health System. Other forms (ethyl ester, hydrochloride, magnesium chelate) are usually more expensive, and don’t have the same breadth and depth of scientific backing. Prioritise Powders “Creatine is not stable in liquid solution,” Jagim explains. “That’s one reason you have to mix powders well and drink them quickly.” So skip the liquid creatine. And unless you love taking pills, skip those too. You generally have to swallow two to five capsules daily to achieve the recommended five-gram dosage, says Dr. Mike Roussell, nutrition consultant and author of The MetaShred Diet. Seek the Crystals No matter…

Tim [not his real name] put his head in his hands and started to cry. “I’m so messed up; this thing controls me.” Clinical prowess means clinical timing, and mine was off that day. I looked Tim in the eye: “I think your anxiety is your superpower.” Messed up? It was hard to agree with him. Tim’s life was what men hope for. He was 39 years old, in great shape, powerful and wealthy, and his wife and kids adored him. Yet inside he was a maelstrom of fear and worry. He’d wake up in the middle of the night in a sweat and review his sent emails for errors. Important meetings meant crampy bowels. He started drinking at night and couldn’t fall asleep without at least “a couple”. He’d…

1. Hustle! “We always talk in solutions. Every single problem has a solution.” 2. Focus. “We never have more than three global strategy items that guide the company. Each business unit also has no more than three must-have goals for the year. We are very aware of the 80/20 rule.” (The 80/20 rule or The Pareto Principle is the concept that two out of 10 items on a to-do list are worth more than the other eight put together.) 3. Relationships. “Our entire ethos is built around mutual respect. With our investors, our team and our business partners and suppliers.” 4. Accountability. “Do not micromanage employees – leave room for mistakes but ensure they learn from them.” 5. There are two doors in decision-making. “Jeff Bezos, founder of Amazon always…

“As humans, we are capable of alot more than we think we are,” says outdoor adventure photographer Justin Coomber. “Whenever we’re tired or think we can’t keep going, we’ve only reached half of what we can do. If we push ourselves mentally and physically, we would be able to do so much more than what we think we can.” It’s a lesson Justin learnt as he cycled from Musina to Cape Town to raise funds for children with disabilities. When he was eight years old, the photographer was diagnosed with Transverse Myelitis – a rare condition that affects the central nervous system and causes inflammation around the spinal cord. Justin went from being a care-free child to having to learn how to walk again. Over the years he slowly found…

BEST FOR RUNNING MapMyRun With over 70 million routes to choose from, you’ll never be stuck on where to run. The app can track and record distance, pace, elevation, calories burnt and more. Plus, you can link it to many of Under Armour’s HOVR running shoes and get customized running tips after every sesh on the tar (or trail). BEST FOR TRAINING SpeedShred We’ve developed the ultimate 12-week training programme and healthy eating plan to help you torch fat and build muscle in less time than any other workout routine. Best part? You don’t need a gym membership to do it. R499, speedshred. co.za BEST FOR CYCLING Strava This app lets cyclists (and runners) track their rides and runs using GPSenabled devices. You can also network and share routes with…

TRAVEL MASSAGE TOOL Hyperice Hypersphere Hyperice’s vibrating massage ball is small enough to fit easily in your backpack or suitcase. But this tiny gadget packs a serious punch, with three different vibration settings and a hard body that’s perfect for loosening tight glutes and lats on the go. R2 900, hyperice.co.za FOAM ROLLER TriggerPoint CHARGE Foam Roller With elevated and opposing curves that replicate advanced muscle therapy techniques, this hollow core foam roller enhances blood and oxygen circulation and speeds up recovery. No pain, no gain, right? R699, takealot.com MASSAGE GUN Flow Pro One Say cheers to DOMS thanks to this high-tempo, battery-powered, handheld sports percussion massage. It comes with an assortment of massage heads for different muscle groups (and has 4 speeds). Plus, it’s significantly quieter than a lot…

ACTIVE RECOVERY (30-60min after training) Walk barefoot on a soft surface, preferably grass. Breathe in slowly through your nose so you feel your stomach push out, then slowly out again. Do this for 15 minutes. This will have a positive effect on the autonomic nervous system’s ability to maintain and recover homeostasis and restore the functionality of the body after load. PASSIVE RECOVERY Take a 20-minute warm bath, preferably using any of the EXALT SPORT recovery products (see p. 81).…

THE SNATCH: WHAT IS IT? One of the most technically demanding moves in CrossFit (and Olympic weightlifting), the snatch has you lifting a loaded barbell from the ground to overhead, all in one motion. FRASER’S WISDOM: “Keep your arms absolutely straight and locked out through the first part of the lift so all the power from your hips will translate upward.” FRASER’S BEST: 143kg Snatch THE MUSCLE-UP: WHAT IS IT? An advanced movement, the muscle-up requires that you start hanging from a bar or rings, then pull your entire torso above it, locking your arms out at the top. FRASER’S WISDOM: “Do not try ring muscle-ups until you are very good at pull-ups – strict pull-ups. Learn pull-ups first, then muscle-ups will come.” FRASER’S BEST: Can do 30 muscle-ups in…

“A lot of people can’t contemplate socialising without alcohol.” Peter Wallich, 20 “I don’t like the idea that you need to drug yourself and reduce your mental capacities in order to have fun. People turn to drink to make themselves feel socially competent, and then it becomes psychologically associated with their social competence and they can’t interact without it any more. That just seems a bit silly to me.” “Why would Iconsume anything that leaves an awful taste in my mouth?” Sekela Gamalo, 19 “I decided never to smoke because it’s bad for you and addictive, so I thought it’d only be right to take the same approach to alcohol. I don’t like the idea of not being in full control of my body. I’ve also met a lot of…

The mercury is rising and that’s your signal to kick dark, wintery staples to the curb. Don’t worry: we’ve picked out six major trends in menswear to help you simplify your shopping list and streamline your wardrobe this spring. The bottom line: staying stylish this season is going to be a breeze.…

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Seems like every time I write this letter, I’m putting achallenge out there – a challenge to myself, and to you, the readers. Two years ago, I did #OcSober for no real reason but to prove to myself (and my mates) that I can do it. After about 10 days, of sobriety I tapped into afew unexpected benefits: all of a sudden, not only did I have loads more energy, I was also thinking clearer. Consequently, I trained harder, more often and for longer. So, with those benefits in mind, I’m doing it again. And not just me, but the whole team here at Men’s Health. And, if you’re ready, you too. Welcome to an alcohol-free issue of MH. On our drinks pages you’ll find virgin cocktails and 0% alcohol…

Siya Kolisi March 2014 Olympic lifts and jumps are the secret to Siya’s explosive energy. They convert strength into powerful action on the field. He also loves the one-arm row. Francois Hougaard August 2016 To lower the risk of injury and keep his body loose, Francois does at least two yoga sessions a week. Jan Serfontein March 2014 To increase acceleration, Jan’s training focuses on building up the hips. This is the central pivot for speed generation. We recommend the hip bridge. Bismarck Du Plessis September 2011 Full-body strength is key when it comes to scrumming, tackling and winning the ball. Two of Bismarck’s trademark moves are the front-loaded squat and bench press. Juan de Jongh September 2011 The importance of the core cannot be understated. The crab-walk push-up is…

Celebrity trainer Don Saladino specialises in rapid transformations. He’s spent his career packing muscle onto the likes of Ryan Reynolds and Zachary Levi. “A four-week transformation is possible,” Saladino says. “But it’s not easy.” The workout that’ll get you started on the road to a superhero body is here. Cape not included. DIRECTIONS: Do this workout 4 days a week, lifting heavy while maintaining good form. In week 1, do 3 sets of 10 to 12 reps for each move. In week 2, do 4 sets of 6 to 8 reps. In week 3, do 3 sets of 8to 10 reps. In week 4, do each move for 40 seconds, then rest 20 seconds; do 3 rounds of each move. On non-training days, aim to spend half an hour jogging,…

LET THE DOG IN German research suggests that human-animal interactions may decrease depression. Maybe teaching your pup to fetch snacks for you would elevate your mood even more? EAT FISH, AVOID THE BLUES Order the grilled salmon with greens: healthy diets rich in fish and veggies are linked to a lower risk of depressive symptoms, per research in the Journal of Affective Disorders. SWEAT IT OUT Exercise fights mild forms of depression so well that the new Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans contain an exercise-for-your-mind recommendation. Sweat now (at least 150 minutes a week), feel better later. CLOSE THE BOOK Go outside and move around. Just five minutes of “green exercise” may boost self-esteem and mood, according to researchers in the UK. GIVE THINKING A BREAK It has to be…

SPICE & TONIC IN A HIGHBALL GLASS, MIX: 5 0 M L SEEDLIP SPICE 94 125ML INDIAN TONIC. GARNISH WITH A RED GRAPEFRUIT TWIST. The latest in alcohol news is, well, no alcohol. It’s called ‘Mindful Drinking’ – an emerging global trend of choosing low- and non-alcoholic drinks for health and social reasons. And it’s gaining serious momentum. GENERATION SOBER Gone are the days when only pregnant women and reluctant designated drivers sipped on sugar-loaded mocktails or sparkling water. And most surprisingly, it’s young people who are leading the mindful drinking movement. Millennials have been blamed for killing almost every industry, from housing to dairy – and studies have shown that, worldwide, they’re drinking less, too. In fact, it’s estimated that in Germany one in four beers ordered in bars…

BICYCLE HELMET Fox Flux Mips Conduit Helmet It’s hard to look good in a helmet, but this FOX lid protects your noggin while keeping things stylish. It’s been a best seller for over a decade. Designed with offroad riders in mind, it will go the distance. R2 499, foxracing.co.za GRAB A GIFT adidas Adapt to Chaos Shorts A quick scan of the QR code on the shorts connects you to a website filled with info on running groups, routes and training tips – and a playlist for your run. The perfect gift for women. R749, shop. adidas.co.za HIGH-TECH SHOES Under Armour HOVR Infinite UA quizzed veteran long distance runners on what they wanted from their footwear. The result: these teched-out neutral running shoes. Tech built into the shoe tracks, analyses…

PROTEIN CARDOHYDRATES FRUIT & VEGETABLE 24 HOURS BEFORE MATCH DAY Goal: In the 24 hours before the event, you need to optimise glycogen storage in both the liver and muscle. Increase carbohydrate intake moderately to ensure glycogen levels are replenished. Combine carb intake with moderate amounts of lean protein to help stabilise blood-sugar levels. MATCH DAY Goal: When eating 2-3 hours before the game, ensure you have adequate energy intake. Do not skip this meal. Ensure you get enough kilojoules – and carbs – to recover muscle glycogen after training or fasting (i.e. sleeping). Include sufficient slow and/or intermediate releasing carbs. Add moderate amounts of protein. Small amounts of fat to help stabilise blood sugar levels together with protein and carbohydrates. IMMEDIATE RECOVERY (0 – 60 minutes post-match) Goal: With…

1/ CONSISTENCY AND PERSEVERANCE ARE TRAINING BUDDIES. “Most Games athletes have been training diligently for many years, and it’s the continuous goal of seeking daily small improvements that leads to massive accumulated long-term improvements,” explains Levey. “Once you start making progress, don’t get greedy and try to make huge improvements too quickly. This often leads to injuries, and can slow down your future progress as you haven’t built a sufficient base.” This lesson is validated by Chris Oman: “You need to be very consistent, and drop the excuses if you want results. Just like the Games athletes: show up every day and do your best and it can change your life, even if you aren’t aiming at competing at their level.” 2/ ROUTINE IS THE ENEMY. At the Games, and…

1/ Ever felt you need to cut down on your drinking? Y/N 2/ Got annoyed at someone criticising your drinking? Y / N 3/ Had guilty feelings about drinking? Y / N 4/ Taken a morning eye opener (i.e. had, or thought about having, a drink to calm your nerves for the day ahead)? Y/N Two or more “yes” answers indicate the strong possibility of excessive drinking or alcoholism. The assessment has been tested and validated by numerous studies and specialists, but the results should not be taken at face value. Worried you have a drinking problem? It’s time to speak to a professional. Source: JAMA…

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If the quest to trim a few centimetres from your waist is the extent of your commitment to health and well-being, it’s time you stepped off the scale and reassessed your priorities. Sure, we’re the first to advocate that you take care of your body, but a blinkered focus on physical fitness – and nothing else – could leave one all-important organ lagging behind: the brain. This is true on a national scale. While obesity has been deemed a crisis in SA, too often our mental health has taken a back seat in the drive for physical perfection. Which isn’t to say obesity isn’t dangerous: almost one-third of all South African adults are obese, according to a report published by the World Health Organisation 1 . Obesity is responsible for…

MEET FLOYD LEBATIE He’s a sports physio who specialises in preventing and rehabbing rugby injuries. Use his advice to sprint laps around sore muscles, power up your posture and recover in record time. My desk job is killing my posture. How can I turn things around? At my practice, I have many patients who are desk jockeys – and they’re all worried about their postures. However, there’s no such thing as a the perfect posture. Normal posture is extremely variable, so it shouldn’t be your objective to pursue this ideal. Instead, you should shoot for a spine that functions well and is pain-free. Typically, I prescribe the “motion is lotion” approach. It’s a movement solution you can do during the workday by walking 20 steps every hour to ensure your…

Go All In “Given and I have had similar issues with weight. He inspired me every time he went on a diet because I would see the results. But when he went back to bad eating, the weight would come back, and fluctuate all the time. This time he invested fully in his journey, made great progress, and achieved his goals.” A Strong, Positive Mindset “Given has always been a person who will pursue his passion until he succeeds, so his mindset during his journey was in the right place. It made it easier for him to achieve his goals.” Be Consistent “Ever since he started his journey Given’s posted pics of himself at the gym, working out and looking really good. This shows that he’s very dedicated and consistent…

Karl Hammerschmidt and his future-wife, El, stood in the lounge of their Sea Point apartment scanning the place. It no longer looked like a lounge. Over the last six months, their spare-room-turned-office had been spilling out into their living room. The pair cringed as they heard a delivery vehicle outside, knowing it wouldn’t be long before their landlord complained again. The business they had started had grown faster than anticipated and they needed to find an office space – fast. That was in 2012. A few months into their new online business venture, they couldn’t have predicted that seven years later they would have a team of 150 people and that their business, RunwaySale, would be one of the biggest online fashion e-tailers in the country. “Essentially, the business was…

THE PROTEIN Flank comes from the underside of the cow in an area called the drop loin. This unsung cut is a steak lover’s prize: deeply meaty and tender if cooked right. Although the cut does have some fat, it’s relatively lean compared with, say, a rib eye. Flanks take well to marinating and quick cooking, especially on the braai. BUY IT  Most prepackaged grocery store flank steaks weigh between 650g and 1,1 kilograms and come trimmed of most of their fat, gristle and silver skin. Look for a cut that’s nicely marbled, with intramuscular streaks of white. That fat will help flavour the meat as it cooks. COOK IT  Seared Flank Steak with Green Lightning Sauce You’ll want to braai this cut of beef to rosy, juicy medium-rare. That’s…

GARDEN BOOCH 50ML SEEDLIP GARDEN 108 PASSION FRUIT KOMBUCHA Build over ice by first pouring Seedlip garden into a glass. Top with passion fruit kombucha and garnish with mint. GARDEN SOUR 50ML SEEDLIP GARDEN 108 35ML CLOUDY APPLE JUICE 1 5 M L LEMON JUICE 5ML CIDER VINEGAR SPRIG OF ROSEMARY & THYME DASH OF SUGAR AND EGG Add all the ingredients to a cocktail shaker and shake well. Pour into a glass and garnish with rosemary needles. CRAFT BREWERS, GIN DISTILLERS AND EVERYONE IN BETWEEN ARE RELEASING NON-ALCOHOLIC DRINKS WITH ACTUAL FLAVOUR. BUT IT’S ONE THING FOR THEM NOT TO TASTE TERRIBLE. IT’S ANOTHER FOR THEM TO TASTE GOOD. AND THESE ACTUALLY DO. CASTLE FREE They take the same local ingredients as Castle Lager and after boiling, brewing, cooling…

ALL-ROUNDER PUMA Hybrid Astro A great all-in-one option if you’re looking for something to wear in the gym, with jeans or on the run – up to a half marathon distance. They’re suitable for broader feet and stable enough for functional training. R2 299, totalsports.co.za HOTTEST LAYER New Balance Core Space Dye ¼ Zip This isn’t just a cover-up to wear pre- and post-workout. The lightweight performance fabric and fitted cut make it the perfect layer to toss over your vest without restricting movement. Plus, the zip goes down low so you can adjust ventilation on the fly. R799, sportsmanswarehouse. co . za MH PICK Salomon Sonic Ra Pro 2 “ They ’re snug without being cramped. The outsole is reinforced at the sides without being bulky (and the heel…

SUPPORTIVE TRAINER Under Armour HOVR Apex UA studied how feet move and then constructed a shoe designed to support and stabilise. And it shows. The zero gravity feel eliminates impact and the UA Tribase ensures you can always grip the ground, whether box jumping or deadlifting. R2 499, Under Armour ALL-ROUND TRAINER Reebok Nano 9 Even though you aren’t going to the CrossFit Games, you can train like the competition’s tough-as-nails competitors (check out p88). The Flexweave upper lets your feet breathe and move, but the rigid midfoot support cage and the NanoShell midsole keep soles locked in during heavier lifting. R1 999, reebok.co.za HOME WEIGHT Kettle Gryp Training at home without much space or cash for all the different weights? The Kettle Gryp is a lightweight and durable handle…

1. NEWSPAPER TEAR Why: Improving lateral hip strength will help you change direction faster. Do it: Stand with feet shoulder-width apart, knees slightly bent. Imagine standing on a newspaper and trying to tear it apart by pushing your feet outwards. Push feet out as hard as you can without moving them. Keep this tension for 10 sec. Rest for one minute. Do five reps; twice aweek. 2. LATERAL BOX JUMPS Why: This helps you improve your ankles’, knees’ and hips’ plyometric ability Do it: Stand on a 30cm box (start on a lower box if this is too high). Jump to the side (lateral), land on one leg and jump back, explosively. Quickly jump back on the box – keeping contact time on the ground to a minimum. Try and…

I have found a new tribe in an American city called Madison. Like a poor man’s version of Sir David Attenborough, I’m researching this species, but without the refined British accent, intelligence and skill. I’ve noted some of their physical characteristics: the group includes both men and women of all ages, they have non-existent body-fat, roadmap vascularity, low resting heart rates, a penchant for tattoos and a capacity to move heavy things quickly. The men can run 6km in just over 24 minutes with a weighted backpack but can also deadlift north of 250kg – even though they weigh less than half that. They can handstand walk over obstacles, clean and jerk 170kg, race up and down pegboards and finish 42km of rowing in under 2 hours and 45 minutes.…

If you read the words “Drinking Problem”, what image pops into your head? Is it a marauding band of rugby fans urinating in a public fountain? An intern in a soiled white shirt, waiting for his Uber while dozing off in a pool of his own vomit? A group of underage clubgoers flinging beer bottles from abalcony of a rooftop bar? What these words don't tend to conjure are well-groomed Generation X-ers pondering which case of Pinotage to pick up at the supermarket's wine section; a mother of toddlers pouring herself a craft gin and tonic once the kids have gone to bed; the working father slumped on the couch, snoring himself awake at 2am, before quietly sloping off to bed. According to the evidence, however, those are precisely some…

01\ Run for Your Life High aerobic fitness can protect your liver against fatty deposits. An hour’s exercise, five days per week, can counteract many of the effects of hazardous drinking, reports UCL. 02\ Handle the Hangovers Attempting to placate your throbbing head with paracetamol is nothing but a temporary salve. Daily use has been linked to kidney issues, while a Scientific Reports study found it also damages liver cells. 03\ Forget Your Weight Waist-to-hip ratio is the smartest predictor of your liver-disease risk, report scientists in Sweden, with a ratio above 0.9 indicating potential problems. So, if in doubt, use a tape, not the scales, to assess your odds. 04\ Fall Back on Caffeine As well as sharpening you up, coffee can shield your liver from alcohol-induced injury. In…

Elegant, charismatic and timeless; Montblanc might be known for their exquisite travel-proof writing instruments, high-quality leather goods and elegant timepieces, but unlike these high-priced items, the Explorer fragrance is an accessible investment accessory that lets every man tap into his own sense of adventure – and smell enticing every day. Montblanc embodies the values of the modern-day adventurer: the desire for new experiences and the exquisite scents of exotic destinations. The fragrance house enlisted three Givaudan perfumers each to focus on an individual ingredient from one part of the world – bergamot from Italy, vetiver from Haiti and patchouli from Indonesia. Each ingredient creates this woody aromatic scent that begins with a fresh, citrusy burst of excitement, and settles into a warm, intoxicating musky aroma. What you get: a world…

PREP WORK In the US, the varsity jacket is earned through athletic glory, and usually found draped ceremoniously on the shoulders of a cheerleader. We may not have the same traditions, but we still dig its iconic style and its nod to classic Americana. Now, adidas has created stylish reinterpretations of the vintage varsity jacket. The sporty edge of this trend makes it an easy look for guys to adopt. The trick is to avoid doubling down on the “prom king” look. Instead, wear styles with a modern silhouette and unexpected details. We suggest flexing your sartorial muscles with something a little more understated. TRACK STAR The new generation of sweatpants are meant to be worn everywhere and anywhere; they’re trimmer, slimmer and more akin to skinny jeans than the…

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Masking Effect Infused with fountain plant, glacial proteins and desert plant extract, this overnight face mask helps smooth and soften skin while you sleep. No need to approach the bathroom mirror with caution –it will leave your skin refreshed, soft and supple by morning. And it has staying power, too – Imperata Cylindrica’s roots contain high concentrations of potassium, which is known to provide immediate and lasting hydration for dry skin. Kiehl’s Ultra Facial Overnight Hydrating Masque 125ml R550 edgars.co.za Night Rider Long night on the cards? This moulding paste is designed to deliver rough, matte texture to enhance short or choppy hairstyles. It helps seal in moisture to prevent hair breakage, and makes hair appear healthier and full of shine. Rub a small amount between your palms and distribute…