One MH editor took on a month-long curling challenge – 100 reps a day, every day – to see if relentless repetition could finally bring his biceps up to size

Your guide to the opportunistic winter bulk

Struggle to stay in shape when you’re away from home? This any time, any place workout – split into three blocks of three exercises – will rev your metabolism and build lean, full-body muscle

Wellness coach Diego Carrete specialises in helping busy dads get back in shape. His F.I.T Dad programme will help any new dad – or just anyone short on time – to build muscle, lose fat and rebuild their metabolism

This session – from Gymbox PT Ben Foulis – will target every major muscle group, with the three sections combining for increased mobility, muscle growth, strength, aerobic fitness and muscular endurance

There’s still time to show off leaner-looking arms this party season – and get stronger, too. ‘Building arm strength makes it easier to perform everyday tasks, such as shopping and household chores, a