Scarlett Wrench
Scarlett Wrench is the Senior Editor at Men’s Health UK.
With more than 12 years’ experience as a health and lifestyle editor, Scarlett has a keen interest in new science, emerging trends, mental well-being, and food and nutrition. For Men’s Health, she has carried out extensive research into areas such as wellness in the workplace, male body image, the paradoxes of modern masculinity, and mental health among school-age boys.
Her words have also appeared in Women’s Health, Runner’s World and The Sunday Times.
How to Build the Perfect Home Gym Set-Up, Whatever Your Budget
Whether you have £50 to spare or a cool £1,000, know the best tools to buy and which to prioritise
Strapped for Cash? Follow These Tips to Get Fit on a Budget
Funds might be tight right now (trust us – we get it) but that needn’t be a barrier to your health and fitness goals. We’ve compiled a few clever workarounds
Axe-Throwing, Wild Swimming and Powerful Cars: My Weekend at Wilderness Reserve
BMW challenged Men’s Health to an action-packed 48 hours in the Suffolk countryside
How to Load Up Your Car for the Ultimate Outdoor Group Workout
Take the gym with you on your next road trip. All you need is a bit of boot space, a few mates – and an appetite for fun
The Pragmatist’s Guide to Quitting Your Job and Travelling the World
Tempted to jack in the day job for a year of exploration? Professional adventurer Sean Conway is here to tell you how it’s done
Adam Peaty on Regret, Recovery and the Pursuit of Greatness
The Olympic medallist and greatest men’s breaststroke swimmer of all time discusses his difficult journey to Paris
This Is What It’s Like to Navigate the Gym as a Deaf Man
‘I want to become a role model for other deaf people, to show that we can have equality’
Olympic Swimmer Adam Peaty Shares His Full-Body Gym Workout
Swimmers’ bodies aren’t just built in the pool. Peaty hits the weights room hard and often
Olympian Adam Peaty on 4am Starts and His ‘Brutal’ Training Routine
‘I think you’ve got to be brutal – hard work is never going to be replaced’
Adam Peaty: 'I Found Myself Crying All the Time. The Sport Had Broken Me'
The Olympic swimmer opens up about the sacrifices he’s made to become a world-beater
Train like an Olympian with Our Six-Week Weightlifting Plan
Learn from the UK’s best with this training programme from the experts at British Weight Lifting
‘We Don’t Want Sympathy’: Meet the CrossFitter With Cerebral Palsy Who’s Crushing His Goals
Jason Southern was told he’d never walk. Now he's working towards an 80kg deadlift
I Practised Pistol Squats for 4 Weeks. The Results Surprised Me
It’s not an easy move – but it is within most gym-goers’ reach
Six Reasons To Buy the New Issue of Men’s Health, Including Our Two Euros Cover Stars
England hero Declan Rice and Scotland's golden boy Billy Gilmour front our new issue with dual covers
9 Easy Ways to Break Out of a Fitness Rut
Feel like you’re going through the motions? Whether you’re bored, burned out or barely have the time, our experts have a solution. Let’s get your mojo back
Every Question You Ever Had About Red Meat, Answered
Red meat has received mixed press in recent years, but what's the beef? We investigate whether your future burgers should be plant-based, or whether the odd steak isn't that bad
These Are the Best 8 Foods for Muscle and Strength, According to a Sports Nutritionist
When it comes to maintaining muscle mass, strength and power, it’s not just about the quantity of food you eat, but the quality, too
Sam Thompson on Using Fitness to Manage His ADHD: ‘If I Need to Zen Out, I’ll Go to the Gym’
At age 31, Sam Thompson – presenter, podcaster and reality TV regular – wants to train for life, not just for looks. And it’s been as good for his mind as his muscle
News You Can Use: Here's What the Latest Research Papers Are Saying and How They Can Impact Your Health
We’ve sifted through the science journals so you don’t have to. Here’s what’s worth tuning into
Why Is Gaining Muscle so Difficult?
Struggling to see results in the mirror? We've spoken to two experts who may be able to help
George Heaton: ‘Not Many People in Fashion Are Diligent With Fitness’
The co-founder of streetwear brand Represent on avoiding fashion’s party scene and finding creative inspiration in the gym
How This Hybrid Athlete Ran His First Ultra in His Mid-Thirties
Leon Bustin, co-founder of The Lean Machines, tells MH how he trains for events that would break most people
We Asked 1,000 People about Their Sex Lives, and We Can Categorically Say, There Is No Normal
To uncover the facts about Britain’s bedroom habits, we asked 1,000 of you to tell us everything
Full System Upgrade: What I Learned On a ‘Biohacking Holiday’
Could a long weekend with a Silicon Valley longevity guru transform the way I think about ageing?
‘I Love Training Videos – But Gyms Are Right to Crack Down on Filming’
Videos can be great for form checks and sharing your progress with friends. But invading others’ privacy is not a fair price to pay
Why Your Weight Isn’t Always the Best Marker of Health
As a new study challenges the link between our weight and our health, MH weighs in with a few alternatives
Britain's Best Coaches 2024
A great trainer doesn’t just transform bodies for a living, but hearts and minds, too. We asked you to tell us about the people who inspire you – in fitness, yes, but also in life. Meet 2024’s top motivators
These Are the Best 8 Foods for Brain Health, According to a Top Nutritionist
To bolster brains as well as brawn, try these 8 best brain foods
The Men’s Health Sports Nutrition Awards 2024
From protein powders to energy gels, and everything in between, these are the best sports nutrition products to fuel your workouts, as judged by the Men's Health Lab
Hypnosis Is More Popular Than Ever. But Does It Work?
It’s rising in popularity and credibility as a fix for pain, anxiety and hard-to-break habits. But how does the science stack up?
How to Build Mental Grit, Like CrossFit Athlete Chandler Smith
The athlete and army veteran ranked seventh at this year’s CrossFit Games. But Chandler Smith’s biggest asset isn’t his skill with a barbell – it’s his mental grit
5 Reasons to Pick Up the January Issue of Men’s Health Today
Including Eddie Hearn’s cover-star transformation and an exclusive preview of the new Men’s Health app