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Unlock your potential with our men's fitness and conversation group. Build strength, share insights, and connect with like-minded men.

We combine purposeful workouts with engaging discussions, fostering both physical and mental well-being.

02/11/2026

How often do we overthink, get caught up in the moment, display actions we aren't aligned with, compare ourselves to other's and beat ourselves up.

My safe space is in the Hills and Mountains. They offer space, solitude and they humble the f**k out of me sometimes.

Ask for time if you need it.

Last night I found myself in this very position. Cooking tea. I offered help, did something i thought was helping out, got a telling off, I stormed off.

I felt I offered help however it was me trying to fix and the feedback I took as criticism.

After 15mins I went back into the kitchen, apologised and explained my position. That allowed a greater conversation about out feelings and connected-ness.

The bigger issue. I haven't seen my son for a long time. As a co-parent we agree specific times. I have my son Feb Half Term and his mum has October half term.

It was me missing my son. Instead of vocalising my feelings and thoughts. I took it out on the person closest to me.

As Men we need space to think, regulate ourselves and then be accountable.

Instead of storming off, should we ask for a few minutes to question our thoughts, regulate ourselves and then re-enter the conversation?

In the moment I mentioned earlier, the Hills aren't there. My mindset and attitude are.

Pause. Breathe. Respond.

Its hard...really f**king hard. Where has reacting got you up to now?

29/10/2026

Last week and this week in photos.

This week we had some cool conversations.

How long are you willing to continue complaining about your current position without changing a single thing......

I've seen and listened to a man change his job, he loves it... that change has had huge ripple effects elsewhere in his life.

How we can create the values and morals we want to see in our kids, both through kids observing how we act/ carry ourselves and through positive reinforcement after completing tasks.

Teaching genuine life skills from a young age and how they'll help later on. Independence, resilience, fairness and respect.

Men. Every Thursday. Rain or shine. Light or dark. Same time. Same place. Sindlefingen Calisthenics Gym. 18:00. Completely free.

15/10/2026

Small group - intimate conversation.

When was the last time you spoke to someone about your thoughts/feelings, felt seen/heard, had them agreed with/explored or offered counters.

This Man has seen me grow, he's seen me cry, he's listened to my feelings, he's challenged my thoughts, he's seen me do f**k all on a Thursday night and he's seen me smash press up after press up out.

I genuinely nearly tapped out of tonight. Energy levels are down. The house has cosy vibes. Do i really want to leave that environment for colder temperatures, drizzle and rain.

I left feeling so much better. Talking and exercise for me are good.

The biggest takeaway - talking Imposter Syndrome and hearing 'Mate, I feel that too'.

We both self sabotage, question abilities and keep ourselves small.

We both left tonight with a handshake and a 'You've got this' towards each other.

Men. Sindlefingen Calisthenics Gym. Rain or shine. Every Thursday. 18:00 onwards.

08/10/2026

Last weeks and tonight's photo in one.

Last week......

Good night tonight, Conversations around how was your week, home environments and house space (man caves / gym room and garages) parenting, what it means to be a teenager and the state if schools (with only a little hint of back in my day)

Also, none of us could be bothered but we all turned up and held council anyway

This week.

Kids birthday parties, both attending and hosting them, Reality vs expectations.
Finances, savings and a 'if s**t hits the fan' pot.
Cost of living.
Date night - how often they happen, should they happen more and date night ideas (charity shop boardgame through to a cheeky night away).
Weather 🌧🌧🌧.

A space for men to come and talk. Simple conversation through to deeper conversations surrounding internal challenges and the potential we have to create something beautiful with our lives.

Its a space to better yourself mentally.

We also promote fitness. Its where we meet. At an outdoor gum. Its free. We are out in all weathers and most importantly we want to create and maintain a body that can keep up with our kids as they age.

Men. Sindlefingen Calisthenics Gym. 18:00. Rain or shine. Completely free.

27/09/2026

For me, having a good connection with your child is so important.

Holding your child’s hand is one of the simplest, most profound ways humans communicate without words. From a developmental and emotional standpoint, that physical connection serves several distinct purposes....

Safety, that touch lowers stress hormones.

Emotional regulation through your calm baseline.

Opening the door for conversation. Walking side by side always deeper conversation.

The sad part however, there'll come a time when he doesn't want to hold my hand. I won't know its coming, I won't get a count down....it'll just happen.

I've noticed I've gone from Daddy to Dad. I might be overthinking here but it hits me.

Dads, don't regret not spending time with your kids or embracing your inner child.

I'm a big believer in creating 'You time'. Use that time to fill your cup and then use that energy to be the present Dad they'll remember.

25/09/2026

Friday Wins & Work Ons.....

This week, where have you won?

• Family time
• Hitting the gym
• Starting/ finishing an assignment/coursework
• Hit that deadline
• Voiced how I truly feel about something

Where could you apply lessons learnt?

• Allowing yourself space when things don't go your way
• Accepting some things are outside of your control

What can I carry forwards into next week?

• Creating Family time
• Creating me time
• Creating memories
• Memento Mori - Remember you must die - just do the thing.

Enjoy your weekend Men. 🤙🏻

24/09/2026

A night that offered me a lot.

I went in to tonight feeling a little frustrated.

Thursday's are always a tight turnaround.

School run...tea....drop my son off at Beavers....Mens group....collect my son from Beavers....get home.....prep my son for bed.....bedtime.....cook/help cook our tea.

If something goes a little amiss with timings I can easily become irritable.

We also spoke about the change in seasons and the understanding that Summer is holding on however poorer weather and shorter days are inevitable. With that comes reflection and for me, a sense that I didn't quite reach every goal I wanted to achieve this summer or that i'd missed out on certain opportunities.

Luckily a quick scroll back on my photos highlights what an awesome summer I've had.

Men, if you feel like this....you still have a good chunk of the year to make that start, cross off that goal you wanted to achieve or push yourself a little further.

Every Thursday we meet. Sindlefingen Calisthenics Gym. 18:00. Rain or Shine.

19/09/2026

When was the last time you felt scared.

Whatever it is that makes you a little nervous....

Do it.

We all get scared.

Fear of failure, fear of rejection and the fear of ridicule all sit within me. I felt them all before creating this group.

Comfort is nice, the other side of adventure, trying something new and getting outside your comfort zone is so much better though.

Try some of these....

•Vulnerability and emotional expression
•Asking for help or seeking support
•Trying new skills and risking public failure
•Setting strict boundaries and hard conversations
•Pushing past physical limits and endurance
•Public speaking and group leadership
•Extended solitude without digital distractions
•Relinquishing control and delegating
•Receiving unvarnished feedback or criticism
•Initiating social or romantic risk

17/09/2026

Cool night.

Easy topics with a greater layer of conversation.

Seasonal changes for example - I'm noticing a significant change in darker mornings and earlier sunsets. I'm also noticing a greater level of impatience inside of me. Irritability, snapping a little too soon and adjusting to change.

Some other topics....

• Work and the frustrations
• Male pattern baldness and how to embrace it.
• Being a present and conscious Dad.

Men. Every Thursday. 18:00. Sindlefingen Calisthenics Gym. Rain or shine.

12/09/2026

Squeezing the best out of life.

Cheeky weekend at Waleswood - Rother Valley.

Embracing - Adventure - Peace - Tranquility - Something Different.

Whatever you want to call it, its happened.

Don't be scared of making plans, be it planned or impromptu.

Life is short....create those memories.

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