Saturday 24th January 2026 • Promotional Content
Health, Fitness & Beauty New Year, Fresh Start Men: donʼt settle for average this year
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Are you feeling tired, losing motivation, struggling to sleep or noticing changes in your strength or sex drive?
You might be shrugging it off as “just getting older” but settling for average means ignoring subtle warning signs that can affect your energy, mood and long-term health. “Good intentions aren’t a plan,”
says Dr Dave, GP and men’s health expert at Numan. “Most men believe themselves to be immortal, thinking they’re permanently 22 despite the facts being very different.” Tis year, stop relying on willpower
alone. Start with clarity, not guess- work. A simple blood test gives you a baseline, highlights areas that need attention and puts you in control. Instead of settling for average, you’ll have clearer insight into what your body may need so you can take in- formed steps to help you feel stronger, sharper and healthier.
MEN OFTEN IGNORE THE SIGNS Subtle changes are easy to miss. You’ve probably shrugged off low en- ergy, poor sleep or dips in motivation as just one of those things. “Tere’s almost a sense of shame
in admitting you’re not feeling well,” explains Dr Dave. “It’s a badge of hon- our for some men to say they haven’t seen a doctor in 10 years.” Part of the problem is unfamiliarity.
Women often engage with healthcare from an early age, but many men go decades without seeing a GP. Stepping into a clinic can feel awkward, even intimidating, so they just avoid it.
DR DAVE WEINSTEIN
MEN’S HEALTH MEDICAL LEAD AT NUMAN MBBS MRCGP PGCERT MED ED
WHY A BLOOD TEST MATTERS Blood tests give clarity. Tey meas- ure key markers such as cholesterol, blood sugar, hormone levels and more. Understanding your numbers helps you make informed lifestyle choices and flags potential issues before they become serious. Low testosterone is one area where men can experience changes. It af-
fects energy, strength, mood, focus and sexual health. Symptoms develop gradually, making them easy to miss. “If I could ask men one question,
it would be: ‘Do you still get normal morning erections?’” says Dr Dave. “It sounds crude, but it’s one of the most reliable signs of hormone health. If a man hasn’t had one for months, that’s often a big clue that something is going on with their testosterone.’ Taking a few minutes for a blood
test can make a real difference. Re- sults are reviewed by UK clinicians, with
personalised guidance on
next steps. It’s private, convenient and a simple way to take control of your health.
START THE YEAR WITH STRUCTURE, NOT WILLPOWER “Accept that you’re human, not invin- cible,” says Dr Dave. “Te changes you make won’t be made for you, they’ll be made by you. But once you know
numan.com
Scan to order your blood test. Get clinician-reviewed results with personalised guidance and start working towards feeling stronger, healthier and more in control.
what’s going on, you can actually do something about it.” Stop relying on willpower alone.
Start the year with a plan that gives clarity, confidence and peace of mind. Small,
informed steps now make a
difference later. Scan the QR code to order your
blood test today. Understand your health, assess your numbers and start the year strong.
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