Ask Men’s Health is back for 2022! To kick us off for a fresh round we dive into a topic close to a lot of our hearts - protein powders. New host Dr Kieran Kennedy sits down for a chat with medicinal chemist and product innovation manager for Musashi, Diren Dunraj, to discuss the need to knows right now when it comes to protein, hitting you marcos and what factors make a protein powder right for you. What actually is protein? How much do we need? How are protein powders made? What’s the go with plant based and natural trends? How do we choose a powder that’s right for our needs? Today we tackle all these and more with the the no BS, to the point, flavour ‘Ask Men’s Health’ loves to bring.

Let’s be honest, it’s been another rubbish year but that doesn’t mean we can’t end it in style. As Christmas approaches, we present the very first MH-approved Quiz, sponsored by Samsung, with questions covering updates in health, sport and pop culture over the past year, as well as the lives and legacies of our cover stars. In the studio we have editor Scott Henderson facing off against digital editor Nikolina Ilic. But don’t leave them to have all the fun: get together with mates over the festive period and join in from home.

The traditional gym model is changing and with it, so is our relationship with exercise. In this special episode of Ask Men’s Health, powered by Samsung, we speak to Shaun Townsend, exercise physiologist at the innovative Lockeroom Gym in Sydney, to discuss the changes to the fitness industry over the past year; the value of in-person training versus remote; and what the future of fitness looks like.

We've saved the best 'till last. For the final episode of the first season of 'Ask Men's Health', we are joined by sexologist and relationship expert Dr Nikki Goldstein. On the agenda are questions on communication, setting boundaries, consent and in what ways COVID has impacted our sex lives. (Clue: it's not what you might think.)

You asked, we delivered. After being inundated with questions on plant-based eating, we're back with a bumper episode dedicated entirely to the subject. With podcaster and author Simon Hill as our guest, we breakdown what the evidence says about why plant-based eating is so beneficial not just for us but the planet, too. Simon also offers some tips on transitioning from a meat-based diet and lists his favourite plant-based sources of protein. A must-listen for those of us tempted to ditch the meat in favour of a more sustainable way of life.

Everyone knows the importance of working hard. But what about the role of recovery when it comes to chasing our goals? This week on ‘Ask Men’s Health’, Chris and Scott take a look at how many rest days we should aim for within our routine, as well as the role of foam rolling in boosting recovery.

This episode of ‘Ask Men’s Health’ tackles the world of wellness with an in-depth look at meditation. With the help of meditation instructor Manoj Dias, we break down the fundamentals of meditation, with the aim of demonstrating just how valuable a tool it can be within our everyday lives. Consider this your beginner’s guide and your touch-up course all rolled into one.

This week, Chris and Scott are back in the studio, tackling questions dedicated nutrition. Sharing some of their own nutritional habits, the pair look at whether or not protein shakes are essential for muscle growth, and if juice cleanses actually work. For those of you who submitted questions on plant-based eating, well, you're not alone. In fact, we got so many we'll be dedicating an entire episode to the topic in a few weeks so stay tuned. In the meantime, enjoy this week's episode!

Episode 2 of ‘Ask Men’s Health’ tackles the all-important topic of mental health. Alongside doctor-psychiatrist and former Men’s Health cover star Dr Kieran Kennedy, we look at the following questions: In what ways is mental and physical health linked? What is body dysmorphia and what should I do if I have it? What are some of the early signs of depression? Then, just to give you all some added value, host Christopher Riley grills Dr K on what brain training is and why we all need to give it a try. Enjoy the episode and look out for Dr K’s mental health-related column coming soon to MensHealth.com.au If you, or anyone you know, is suffering from a mental health concern, please speak to a professional or call Lifeline on 13 11 44.

Welcome to ‘Ask Men’s Health’, the all-new podcast brought to you by Men’s Health Australia. Each week we’ll be tacking reader questions on a range of subjects from fitness and mental health to recovery and nutrition. This week, host Christopher Riley, alongside Men’s Health editor Scott Henderson, look at questions related to fitness. The questions on today’s agenda are: ‘Should I be doing fasted cardio?’ and, ‘Should my knees pass over my toes when I squat?’ In the episode Chris and Scott look at the background and the science behind each question before giving a Men’s Health-approved recommendation for each one. Below are links to academic studies referenced throughout the episode: Should I be doing fasted cardio? https://www.mdpi.com/2411-5142/2/4/43/htm Should my knees pass over my toes when I squat? https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/14636100/[Text Wrapping Break] Don’t forget to like, subscribe and follow @menshealthau on Instagram to submit questions for next week’s episode. Hope you enjoy the episode!