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Looking to build a bigger, broader chest and strong, defined abs? Get started with this dumbbell chest & core workout. To build a robust, resilient physique, you need to focus on far more than just your beach-ready ‘mirror muscles’. But while everything from mobility to stabiliser strength is fundamental, sometimes a good old-fashioned pec pump

Build bigger arms with this dumbbell triceps workout from body transformation expert Diego Carrete… Walk into any gym and chances are you’ll see a row of men performing barbell or dumbbell curls in an attempt to build bigger biceps. But the key to building impressive arms is to also work your triceps muscle, which accounts

The Inov-8 F-LITE G 300 is a sturdy lifting shoe, but there are comfier trainers out there… Inov-8 F-LITE G 300  £140 / inov-8.com PROS Stable base for heavy lifting  CONS Tongue is quite loose fitting Not the lightest shoe Lace area slightly creased and uncomfortable Fit: 3.5/5Comfort: 3.5/5Performance: 4/5OVERALL: 3.5/5 Branded as Inov-8’s number-one fitness

The Under Armour TriBase Reign 4 Pro is a solid, dependable shoe that’s reassuringly stable whatever cardio or weight exercise you throw at it… Under Armour TriBase Reign 4 Pro £130 / underarmour.co.uk PROS: Solid and sturdy Great all-rounder CONS: Thick midsole means you don’t feel close to the ground Heel area could be comfier

The Asics Gel-Kayano 29 is a sturdy, supportive shoe that’s well suited to long gym sessions and serious treadmill pounding… Asics Gel-Kayano 29 £165 / asics.com PROS Sturdy, stable feel Thick, grippy sole CONS Collar could be a little comfier around ankles A little small, so make sure you go up half a size Fit:

The Vivobarefoot Primus Lite III is foot-shaped, not shoe-shaped, and so lightweight and minimalistic you’ll forget you’re even wearing it… Vivobarefoot Primus Lite III  £130 / vivobarefoot.co.uk PROS Extremely lightweight Nice and roomy CONS Minimalist foot-shaped design isn’t for everyone Not the sturdiest Fit: 4.5/5Comfort: 5/5Performance: 3.5/5OVERALL: 4/5 Rather than being shaped like a typical gym

The Nike Metcon 8 isn’t an out-and-out weight-lifting shoe, but its wide, thick heel and solid feel mean it’s not far off… Nike Metcon 8  £114.95 / nike.com PROS Stable and supportive Lace lock strap is a practical addition CONS Perhaps a little tight around the ankles Not specialist lifting shoes Fit: 5/5Comfort: 4.5/5Performance: 4.5/5OVERALL:

The On Running Cloud X is a versatile gym shoe that can cope with high-intensity workouts or long-distance treadmill runs… On Running Cloud X  £130 / on-running.com PROS Lightweight, breathable feel Clean, simplistic design CONS Could have more heel support Lacks serious cushioning Fit: 4/5Comfort: 3.5/5Performance: 4/5OVERALL: 3.5/5 Designed to make you feel as though

The Puma Fast-R NITRO Elite Fireglow is built for speed and responsiveness… Puma Fast-R NITRO Elite Fireglow Gym Shoes £220 / puma.com PROS Thickly cushioned midsole Lightweight mono mesh material CONS Not the most sturdy Very expensive Fit: 4.5/5Comfort: 4.5/5Performance: 5/5Overall: 4.5/5 Although the Puma Fast-R NITRO Elite Fireglow is technically built for running, the

The Reebok Nano X2 is the Ben Stokes of the gym shoes world – versatile and dependable, it’s the perfect all-rounder… Reebok Nano X2  £110 / reebok.co.uk PROS Comfortable, with plenty of cushioning Stylish design CONS Laces a little short All-rounder rather than a specialist design Fit: 5/5Comfort: 5/5Performance: 4.5/5OVERALL: 5/5 Regularly recommended by a

The Reebok Legacy Lifter II is a rock-solid gym shoe focused on weight lifting rather than more dynamic workouts… Reebok Legacy Lifter II Gym Shoe £150 / reebok.com PROS Specialist weight-lifting shoes Strong, reinforced heel gives plenty of stability CONS Too bulky for anything but heavy lifting Not suitable for more dynamic workouts Fit: 4/5Comfort: