The Mandropause Essentials

Bertie's Favourites

Products I use, trust and recommend to help busy men build strength, energy and better health in midlife.

  • Adjustable Dumbbells
  • Resistance Band Set
  • Exercise Mat
  • Kettlebell
  • Creatine Monohydrate
  • Whey Protein
  • Magnesium Glycinate
  • Meal Prep Containers
  • Kitchen Scales
  • Air Fryer
  • Foam Roller
  • Massage Gun

Home Gym Essentials 

To go alongside my home workouts

  • Adjustable Dumbbells
  • Dumbbell Rack
  • Kettlebells
  • Resistance Band Set

Supplements I recommend

  • Creatine Monohydrate
  • Whey Protein
  • Electrolytes
  • Vitamin D3
  • Magnesium Glycinate
  • Omega-3 Fish Oil
  • Zinc

Kitchen Essentials

To go alongside my recipe videos.

  • Digital Kitchen Scales
  • Air Fryer
  • Blender
  • NutriBullet

Sleep & Recovery

  • Magnesium
  • Eye Mask
  • Ear Plugs
  • White Noise Machine
  • Foam Roller
  • Massage Gun

Walking & Cardio

  • Walking Trainers
  • Running Trainers
  • Fitness Watch
  • Smartwatch
  • Heart Rate Monitor

Books for Midlife Men

Mindset

  • Atomic Habits – James Clear
  • The Slight Edge – Jeff Olson
  • Can't Hurt Me – David Goggins
  • The Comfort Crisis – Michael Easter

Health & Longevity

  • Outlive – Peter Attia
  • Why We Sleep – Matthew Walker
  • The Glucose Revolution – Jessie Inchauspé
  • Ultra-Processed People – Chris van Tulleken

Nutrition

  • The Complete Guide to Sports Nutrition – Anita Bean

Finance & Business

  • The Diary of a CEO – Steven Bartlett
  • The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People – Stephen R. Covey
  • The E-Myth Revisited – Michael E. Gerber

Healthy Food Cupboard

Products I regularly use in recipes:

  • Protein Powder
  • Peanut Butter
  • Chia Seeds
  • Oats
  • Cinnamon
  • Olive Oil
  • Mixed Nuts
  • Mixed Seeds
  • Rice Cakes
  • Herbal Tea