MAN ALIVE with Dr Jeff Foster | Men's Health Podcast

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The ultimate podcast for men. MAN ALIVE is the men’s health podcast hosted by leading men's health specialist Dr Jeff Foster. We cut through fads and buzzwords to talk testosterone, hormones, mental health, longevity, performance, and wellbeing with clinical insight, candid chat and humour. Every Monday, expect guests like Jonny Wilkinson and Russell Kane plus leading experts in health, fitness and nutrition. Dr Jeff breaks down their blood tests to reveal what their biology says about their health and future. Get the same blood test as our celebrity guests: https://tinyurl.com/38r96yuy

  1. 3d ago

    The Silent Crisis of Men's Mental Health: Doctor Explains Stress, Medication & Support

    Mental health issues are more prevalent today than they ever have been, and the difficulty of getting men to open up is something that needs addressing urgently. In today's special episode of MAN ALIVE, leading men's health specialist Dr Jeff Foster wants to equip you with the information behind why mental health is so dangerous, and practical ways to support those around you who are struggling. Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 00:51 Previous Podcast Guests 01:54 Mental Health Isn’t New 02:26 You Need Some Stress 03:15 History of Mental Health Treatment 05:31 Are We Supposed to Be Happy? 06:36 Does Mental Health Impact Physical Health? 07:37 Who is More Vulnerable to Mental Health Issues? 09:29 Sex Differences in Mental Health 11:35 How to Look After Your Mental Health 15:18 Importance of Health Investigation 15:50 Medications for Mental Illness 19:52 How to Support a Mate You’re Worried About 22:04 Jeff’s Final Thoughts 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-MENSMENTALHEALTHMAN ALIVE is presented by Voy. #menshealth #mentalhealth #doctor

    The Silent Crisis of Men's Mental Health: Doctor Explains Stress, Medication & Support

  2. Oct 18

    Reverend Richard Coles: “I'd Rather Die Young Than Go to the Gym?” - Blood Results, Mounjaro & Grief

    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

    Reverend Richard Coles: “I'd Rather Die Young Than Go to the Gym?” - Blood Results, Mounjaro & Grief

  3. Oct 11

    “It’s All Bull***t”: Ultra Runner Debunks Couch to 5K and Fitness Fads | Tommy Lewis

    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

    “It’s All Bull***t”: Ultra Runner Debunks Couch to 5K and Fitness Fads | Tommy Lewis

  4. Oct 4

    KEVIN BISHOP: Quitting Alcohol, World's Best Steve Coogan Impression & Blood Test Results

    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.

    KEVIN BISHOP: Quitting Alcohol, World's Best Steve Coogan Impression & Blood Test Results

  5. Sep 27

    The Uncomfortable Truth About Peptides

    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

    The Uncomfortable Truth About Peptides

  6. Sep 21

    Jamie Bigg (Giant From Gladiators): Revealing The Blood Test Results Of The World’s BIGGEST Bodybuilder

    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

    Jamie Bigg (Giant From Gladiators): Revealing The Blood Test Results Of The World’s BIGGEST Bodybuilder

  7. Sep 13

    “I Would Only Trust 6 Supplements!”: Dr Xand Van Tulleken Exposes Wellness Industry Corruption

    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

    “I Would Only Trust 6 Supplements!”: Dr Xand Van Tulleken Exposes Wellness Industry Corruption

  8. Sep 7

    SIMON BRODKIN: Blood Test Results, Pranking Trump & Men’s Health

    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.

    SIMON BRODKIN: Blood Test Results, Pranking Trump & Men’s Health
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The ultimate podcast for men. MAN ALIVE is the men’s health podcast hosted by leading men's health specialist Dr Jeff Foster. We cut through fads and buzzwords to talk testosterone, hormones, mental health, longevity, performance, and wellbeing with clinical insight, candid chat and humour. Every Monday, expect guests like Jonny Wilkinson and Russell Kane plus leading experts in health, fitness and nutrition. Dr Jeff breaks down their blood tests to reveal what their biology says about their health and future. Get the same blood test as our celebrity guests: https://tinyurl.com/38r96yuy

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