Joel Snape
From 2008 to 2018, Joel worked for Men's Fitness, which predated, and then shared a website with, Coach. Joel moved from features editor, to acting editor, associate editor and finally editor-at-large. Joel has also written for The Telegraph and The Guardian. Though he spent years running the hills of Bath, he’s since ditched his trainers for a succession of Converse high-tops, since they’re better suited to his love of pulling vans, lifting cars, and hefting logs in a succession of strongman competitions.
Latest articles by Joel Snape
F45 Changed My Opinion Of Group Training For The Better
By Joel Snape published
Don’t think exercise classes can result in the physique and performance improvements you get by training solo? Think again
Gym Tips To Help You Make The Most Of Your New Membership
By Joel Snape published
January is the worst part. Here’s how to get yourself through those tough first weeks and set yourself up for future success
How To Choose The Right Gym Membership For You
By Joel Snape published
Not just any gym will do. Choose the right one to help you on your journey to a fitter, healthier you
The Gym Workout To Build Bigger Triceps
By Joel Snape published
It’s got three heads and you should train all three for arms that look big from all angles – here’s how
How To Get A Bigger, Stronger Chest
By Joel Snape published
To puff up your pectorals, you need to think heavy loads, low reps and fast speeds
The Best Hamstring Workout To Strengthen And Grow Your Hammies
By Joel Snape published
You’ll need a variety of exercises to hit this key region – but focus on hip extension and knee flexion
The Back Workout Routine To Help You Get Stronger
By Joel Snape published
It’s the platform for everything else. Keep your whole posterior chain strong to make your overall lifting better
The Best Glutes Workout
By Joel Snape published
Try this workout and use these training tips to benefit from hip health and improved power
How To Nail The Landmine Squat
By Joel Snape published
Build better legs and burn fat fast with this must-do barbell move
The Best Shoulder Workouts
By Joel Snape published
Here’s how to work your deltoids and the smaller muscles around the rotator cuff
Six-Pack Shortcuts: The 50 Best Abs Tips
By Joel Snape published
Bin the biceps curls and can the crunches. If you want a six-pack (and you do), you need to train smart. Our experts are here to help
Mobility Training Home Workout to Build Lean, Useful Muscle
By Joel Snape published
Focus on movements – not body parts
Healthy Eating Tips For When Life Ruins Your Best Intentions
By Joel Snape published
Your willpower won’t save you when circumstances get tricky. Prepare for difficult situations ahead of time, and you’ll stay lean later
Healthy Eating Made Simple
By Joel Snape published
No more excuses. We’ve put your most common dietary problems to an elite panel of experts. Use their tips to eat better than ever
How Bad Is Processed Meat For You – Really?
By Joel Snape published
Should you cut out processed meat entirely? Here’s one expert’s take
Are You Hooked On Junk Food?
By Joel Snape published
You might be eating more junk food than you realise because it isn’t just bad for you, it’s actually designed to make you keep eating it
How To Get Fit With Boxing Training
By Joel Snape published
If you’re ring-ready, you’ll be prepared for anything. Time to glove up and embrace the sweet science of sweat
The 5:2 Diet On Trial
By Joel Snape published
Can intermittent fasting two days a week help you lose weight? Does the 5:2 diet work for men? We investigate
The Dairy-Free Diet – Diets on Trial
By Joel Snape published
What are the benefits of the dairy-free diet? And what about the downsides?
The Sugar-Free Diet – Diets On Trial
By Nathan Ditum, Joel Snape published
The good and bad of reducing your sugar intake, plus we put a sugar-free diet plan to the test
Does Sugar Make You Fat? It Sure Does – Here’s How
By Joel Snape published
Sugar is widely accepted as the culprit behind soaring obesity rates. But exactly how is the white stuff making us fat?
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