Originally, the beanie was worn only by blue-collar workers as they needed to keep their hair back and out of their face whilst working, but couldn’t wear a hat with a brim as it’d obstruct their vision. Fast forward to today though, and it’s become imperative that men arm themselves with one of the best beanies around, to have as an essential winter accessory.

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Everyone who goes to the gym will have their own structuring method. Some will break their week down by muscle group: chest, back, legs, shoulders, arms etc. But a more efficient way to structure your workouts is to utilise a series of push and pull workouts, followed by some leg workouts.

Push exercises are ones that see you employ a pushing motion, and will commonly target your chest, shoulders and triceps. Many push exercises will target more than one of these muscle groups in one hit, making your workouts far more efficient. With such an array of exercises falling under the push umbrella, developing a training plan shouldn’t be too tricky, but TikTok user and fitness trainer @themartinmethod has come up with an epic push workout using just one kettlebell.

For his workout, @themartinmethod – real name Cameron Martin – uses a 53lb/24kg kettlebell. Not super heavy, but enough to provide enough resistance and stimulus to help build muscle. It’s always worth reminding you that you should only use a weight that is comfortable and one that allows you to complete the entire workout with good form and full reps.

• Waiter’s Press (left and right): The waiter’s press is a variation of an overhead press, but instead of holding the handle of the kettlebell, you hold the main body in the palm of your hand. Doing so makes it more difficult to grip, but this has the benefit of requiring extra engagement from your shoulder and core stabiliser muscles. 
  
  To perform the waiter’s press, hold the body of the kettlebell in one hand and loosely grip the handle with the other (you can opt to just hold the kettlebell in your palm, with the handle resting on your wrist and leave your other arm out to your side for stabilisation). Standing with your feet around shoulder-width apart, and holding the kettlebell around head height, engage your core and press the kettlebell overhead. Avoid bending your knees to generate momentum. Perform this movement holding the kettlebell in your left palm to start and then switch to your right. 
  
  Perform 10 – 12 reps on each side.
  
  
• Side to side push-ups: Side to side push-ups are similar to standard push-ups, but the slight elevation of one side for each rep – and the lean more towards the other side of your body – places greater focus on the shoulder muscles. 
  
  To perform side to side push-ups using a kettlebell, lie the kettlebell down on the ground so that the handle is parallel to the floor. Start with both palms on the main body of the kettlebell and get into a standard push-up position (straight back and neck in a neutral position). Next, take one hand off the kettlebell and put it down to one side, wider than shoulder-width. Perform a push-up, ensuring to bring your body down until your head is in line with the kettlebell. Your elbow will extend past your back. Ensure you don’t allow your hips to drop down too far, causing an arch in your back.
  
  Perform 8 – 10 reps on each side. 
  
  
•  Goblet press: The goblet press is another fantastic exercise to improve shoulder mobility, shoulder strength and core strength, and will help you improve your overall pressing technique. 
  
  To perform a goblet press, stand with your feet shoulder-width apart. Grab the kettlebell by the handle using both hands and start by holding it at chest height. Engage your core, grip the handle tightly and press the kettlebell overhead. Your body should remain in a straight line throughout the movement, i.e. don’t bring your hips forward, creating an arch in your back. Slowly lower the kettlebell back to chest height and repeat. Perform the goblet press 12 – 15 reps.
  
  
  
• Close-grip push-ups: A slight variation of a regular close-grip push-up, the introduction of the kettlebell elevates your body slightly, increasing the range of motion. This places even greater emphasis on the chest and shoulder muscles, as well as the triceps, and helps to strengthen the core stabiliser muscles. 
  
  To perform the kettlebell close-grip push-up, lie the kettlebell on its side so that the handle is parallel with the floor. Press both palms onto the body of the kettlebell (have the kettlebell positioned under your sternum) and get yourself into a push-up position (butt tucked and back straight). Perform a slow and controlled push-up for 10 – 12 reps. 
  
  Perform this entire circuit 3 – 5 times and you’ll definitely feel the burn the day after.

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Tennis is more than just picking up a racquet and firing balls down the line to win game, set and match. It’s also very much a sport where you can make a serious style statement, and if you’re serious about your tennis you’ve got to look the part, to play your part!

Within the professional game, we often find ourselves talking as much about the tennis clothing a certain player is wearing as we do about the outcome of the game.

Any sport where you can turn up wearing the best polo shirt, the best shorts and a sweatband should be enough to whet the appetite of any fashion-conscious tennis playing athlete. Here we’ve served up a list of the best tennis brands around, bringing all the elegance of a backhand volley to your on-court wardrobe. From eye-catching fluorescent colourways to Wimbledon whites, there’s a variety of options to match your style and personality unlike any other sport – the key is getting it right.

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One of the most common phrases and requests in any barbershop around the world is a short back and sides. So often the first port of call for any young man when he transitions from having his mother ask the barber for him, and he sits down in the chair himself for half an hour of small talk.

Short back and sides haircuts for men have gained its popularity for variety of reasons, namely because they do the simple job of removing excess hair weight from around the sides of the head, leaving just the hair on top and making it far easier to work into all manner of hairstyles. It’s this hairstyle on top that men will slowly but surely experiment with as various haircuts come in and out of style, or they decide to change up their own personal look.

We say it with absolute authority, however, that there are some short back and sides haircuts for men that will forever remain timeless, and which are virtually foolproof in their styling and maintenance that you simply can’t not try them out at some point in your life. Which is why we’ve put together this definitive list of the best short back and sides hairstyles for men to ask their barber for. But before we get into the haircuts that have made the cut, how do you go about asking for a short back and sides hairstyle in the first place?

How To Ask Your Barber For A Short Back And Sides Haircut?

To be honest, it couldn’t be simpler. You only need to utter the four words ‘short back and sides’ and your barber should know what to do. It’s a universal cut, so any barber worth his salt will be able to oblige your request. Unless you specify how you want the hair on top to look, you will most likely end up with it being blended at the point where the short hair on the sides meets the longer hair on top. Your barber may also give the hair on top a little tidy up with the scissors to keep everything neat and in place.

And, when you think you’re up to it, you can further specify how you want your short back and sides hairstyle to look. By that, we mean you can tell your barber if you want it faded or not. By default, a short back and sides hairstyle will be cut to the same length all around (a number 2 on the clippers is a failsafe option) but you can ultimately have it cut to whatever length you wish, even right down to the skin.

How To Style A Short Back And Sides Haircut?

The steps you take to styling your short back and sides haircut will be determined by whatever hairstyle you choose to rock with the hair on top. You can’t really do much with hair that is cut down to a number 1 or 2 length, for example. Fear not, read on for our list of best short back and sides hairstyles for men and we’ll reveal how to style and maintain each and every one of them.

Best Short Back And Sides Hairstyles For Men

So, which short back and sides hairstyles have made the cut? Allow us to reveal all.

French Crop Hairstyle

The French crop is an absolute classic in the men’s hairstyle space. It’s utterly timeless and you’ve probably already rocked it at some point in your life without even knowing it. Defined mostly by its short fringe at the front – which can either be blunt cut or point cut – but also showing just subtle contrast between the hair on top and the hair on the sides, the French crop is a perfect contender for the short back and sides haircut.

Incredibly easy to manage and a men’s hairstyle that doesn’t necessarily need much product or styling on top – it can even look great with a ‘just got out of bed’ look – the French crop is an absolute much for any man wanting a short back and sides hairstyle. It must be said that men with curly hair or wavy hair should tread with a little extra caution, and the extra weight and volume can occasionally cause a bit of mischief, but men with straight hair will be in dreamland.

Side-Part Hairstyle

Another men’s hairstyle that is just screaming to be paired with a short back and sides haircut is the side-part. Just as the name says, this hairstyle sees a parting integrated into the hair, over to one side, with the longer section of hair styled over towards the opposite side of the head. This can either be via a comb-over style, or it can be given a bit of volume and styled upwards for more of a quiff-like look.

Because the side-part hairstyle only relies on the hair on top of the head, the hair on the sides becomes superfluous, and so it works incredibly well with a short back and sides haircut. In our opinion, this is one men’s hairstyle where you’ll want to introduce a fade so that the back and sides get progressively shorter. We’d ultimately recommend a taper fade or a low fade here, as it treads the line perfectly between suave and sophisticated and off-duty casual cool.

Again, however, the side-part hairstyle is one that men with straight hair will get the most benefit from. Men with curly hair or wavy hair shouldn’t be put off, however, as they most definitely can still rock this look, you will just want to make sure your barber has the skills to expertly manage the extra hair weight, and to cut it so that the parting is clearly defined.

Buzz Cut Hairstyle

The most basic hairstyle for all men is the buzz cut. A classic hairstyle with its origins in the military, the buzz cut is technically more of a ‘short all over’ haircut than just the back and sides. You can, however, have the hair on top left ever so slightly longer than the hair on the back and sides to introduce some contrast (and in our opinion, you should).

However, because virtually all your hair will be removed, you will need to consider the shape of your face before you get the chop. Men with round faces, for example, may not reap the full benefits, but men with square or more oval-shaped faces will look the business. And if you’re someone who wants a low maintenance hairstyle, well, you can’t get much more low maintenance than the buzz cut. There is literally nothing to do be done with it. You don’t even need to own shampoo.

Crew Cut Hairstyle

Pretty much what you can expect if you ask for a short back and sides haircut with scissor work on top, the crew cut is the ultimate all-rounder men’s hairstyle. Another men’s hairstyle with its origins in the military, the crew cut is a simple hairstyle that just sees the hair on top kept longer than the hair on the sides, the proportions of which are at your discretion.

An incredibly low maintenance hairstyle that is kept happy with just a small amount of styling product applied to it, the crew cut hairstyle for men is one that can be rocked regardless of your hair type or face shape. Your barber should be able to adapt to your face shape and cut your hair accordingly so that it blends together well and works with the natural contours of your head. It’s this versatility that has cemented the crew cut hairstyle as utterly timeless.

Pompadour Hairstyle

With its origins in 18th century France, and with Elvis Presley to thank for its notoriety, the pompadour haircut is a men’s hairstyle that has certainly served its time. However, considering it’s still proving popular in the 21st century, there is clearly much to like about it. Most definitely a voluminous men’s hairstyle, the pompadour is one that can completely change your look for the better, and is one that works both at the weekend and during the working week. No doubt popularised even further by the likes of David Beckham – who expertly shows us how to style it – the pompadour really is a men’s hairstyle that all guys should try at some point in their lives.

It works incredibly well with a short back and sides, as, similar to the side-part, it revolves solely around the hair on top of the head, so you can do what you wish with the hair on the sides. And by removing the hair from the back and sides of the head you also place more focus on the pompadour itself, which is ultimately what you want, right? To style your pompadour, you’ll want to enlist the help of a hairdryer to add the volume to the hair, before applying some product. You can opt for either a matte-effect styling paste or a high-shine pomade, depending on your personal preference.

Faux Hawk Hairstyle

The faux hawk is a men’s hairstyle that can probably be on the receiving end of much judgement, but that’s before people have seen the hairstyle in the flesh. With it naturally being associated with the mohawk – a hairstyle that we don’t believe should be rocked by anyone in this day and age – the faux hawk is defined by a longer strip of hair down the middle of the head, which is styled forwards, and retains the hair on the back and sides (compared to the mohawk which does away with it entirely)

This makes it a prime candidate for the short back and sides hairstyle, since it only relies on that hair on top, and is a great example of a men’s hairstyle that can be worn with virtually any style of fade haircut. Whether it be a high fade, a taper fade or even a skin fade, the faux hawk is an easily-achievable and timeless short back and sides hairstyle for men.

Ivy League Hairstyle

Similar to the crew cut hairstyle due to its slight contrast in length between the hair on top of the head and the hair on the back and sides, the Ivy League hairstyle for men is one of sheer sophistication. Named after the Ivy League universities in America, it should give you a clear indication as to what this men’s haircut is all about: sophistication. Clean cut and the epitome of a gentleman’s haircut, the Ivy League is a hairstyle that proves incredibly popular with guys everywhere.

It’s a great example of a versatile haircut in that it can work for the majority of hair types and hair lengths, but like most other men’s hairstyles on this list, the focus is placed on the hair on top, so asking your barber for a short back and sides is a must. Again, you can introduce a fade if you wish, and because of its preppiness, the Ivy League works particularly well with a taper fade. It’s another men’s hairstyle that is incredibly easy to maintain, as it just requires a small amount of product worked through towel-dried hair and finished with a light spritz of hairspray.

High and Tight Hairstyle

The high and tight hairstyle for men is essentially the short back and sides on steroids. It takes the traditional short back and sides approach but extends it much further up the sides of the head to pretty much where it begins to curve around to form the top. If executed correctly, it can completely change your overall look for the better, and it’s a hairstyle that works particularly effectively if the ‘longer’ section of the head is still kept short. You wouldn’t pair a high and tight haircut with a pompadour, for example.

You will also need to be considerate of the face shape you were given, as because of the excessive amount of incredibly short hair it comes with, it suits guys with slightly longer faces. Round face gents will only have their ’roundness’ exaggerated, which might not be flattering. We’re not saying don’t try, as your barber may be able to work their magic and gift you a haircut you never thought would suit you.

Short and Messy Hairstyle

The short and messy hairstyle isn’t necessarily one you go and ask your barber for, but you can tell them how you intend to style your hair after your cut, and they’ll make sure to integrate some more texture to it, allowing you to work it into any position imaginable. A short and messy hairstyle only serves to give you a unique cut and look that helps you to really show off your personality, and it gives you the chance to experiment with the numerous hair styling products now available to men.

If it’s a hairstyle you think would work for you – and ultimately, it works for all face shapes and hair types – just ask your barber for a short back and sides and texture on top. They’ll ask you how much of the hair on top you want them to cut and if you’re unsure it’s always best to start with a little trim (you can’t put hair back on once it’s been taken off) and have them style it at the end.

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If you’re out adventuring, then only the best backpacking tents are going to ensure a good night’s sleep. Failure to get sufficient rest can easily comprise your trip and make for a miserable camping experience. This is why it’s worth investing in a quality backpacking tent, as not only is it incredibly light and perfect for transit, but they’re super comfortable, making restoration in the wilderness convenient.

Features of a quality backpacking tent

Ventilation

This is something you’ll need when camping in warmer weather, as securing a tent with ventilation or mesh panels helps maximum airflow. That way, you won’t get to overheat in the night, as the cool air will gentle breeze in.

Flexible Poles

When looking for a quality backpacking tent, you want something that’s easy to set up, especially when you’re venturing to multiple locations. Part of an easy set-up is securing a tent that supplies flexible pole holes that can slip seamlessly through the tent body. Also, adjustable poles will allow for more headspace and a more roomy interior space.

Colour Coding

This also helps set up your tent, as colour coding tells you which pole tip connects to the right tent corner. After a long day of travelling and arriving at your campsite, the last thing you want is to spend heaps of time putting together your backpacking tent. Instead, you want something that’s easy to navigate with colour-coded tent poles, so you know exactly which compartment goes where.

Dual Doors

Now, this may not seem like a top priority but having dual doors is an absolute game-changer, especially for a tent that holds more than one person. We’ve all had that moment, where we wake up in the middle of the night, needing to use the restroom (or bush), and we’ve had to climb over our fellow campers to get to the door. To eliminate that awkwardness, opting for a backpacking tent with a dual door design makes it easier to enter and exit.

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When it comes to snowboard protection, finding one of the best snowboard helmets that is both safe and functional should be at the top of the list. However, just like finding the right snowboard or bindings, it’s not a case of one size fits all; as brands, fortunately, have developed a whole range of technologies suitable for different riding styles.

And with fatal snowboarding injuries almost always being head-related, ensuring you have the right gear will not only be performance-enhancing but life-saving too. In the past decade, helmet-wearing has soared to over 80% in most ski resorts. But what ensures a high-quality helmet offering ultimate protection?

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Finding a quality snowboard helmet is essential and should not be treated lightly, which is why we’ve compiled a list of some premium brands manufacturing the best snowboard helmets. These brands are leaders in the industry, as they are creating ground-breaking technology designed to keep your noggin safe, even while you tackle the most intimidating mountains.

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Jaeger-LeCoultre has always been one of the most accomplished and technically proficient watchmakers on the planet.

The 189-year-old firm, which remains one of the only true manufactures in the Swiss watch industry, is world-renowned for its technical innovations, such as the magical Atmos clock, which is as close to perpetual timekeeping as humans can get. JLC is responsible for 1,200 calibres, 400 patents and hundreds more inventions. There’s a reason they get called “the watchmaker’s watchmaker”.

Their latest high-profile releases, unveiled at Watches & Wonders 2022 in Geneva, are no exception. JLC’s concept for the fair is called ‘The Stellar Odyssey’, as all of their releases have something to do with the stars and astronomy. The watch that epitomises this theme above all others, however, is the Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Hybris Artistica Calibre 945.

It’s a bit of a mouthful, sure, but it’s also one hell of a watch. An incredibly creative reinterpretation of JLC’s mind-blowing Grande Complication Calibre 945, it perfectly demonstrates the breadth of JLC’s talents. It might just be the most beautiful watch of Watches & Wonders, and that’s saying something.

Originally created in 2010, the Calibre 945 combines a sky chart with a celestial vault, a zodiacal calendar, a minute repeater, and perhaps most impressively, Jaeger-LeCoultre’s Cosmotourbillon – a celestial flying tourbillon. It’s a true triumph of watchmaking.

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In the Master Hybris Artistica Calibre 945, the movement has been tweaked so now the Cosmotourbillon serves an additional function: measuring the passing of sidereal time by circuiting anti-clockwise along with the rest of the main dial structure of the watch. To observe this in fast-forward is captivating as the dial runs contrary to the hands.

What’s sidereal time? Well, it’s a timekeeping system that astronomers use to locate celestial objects. A sidereal day is subtly shorter than a solar (‘normal’) day at 23 hours, 56 minutes and 4.1 seconds as a sidereal day is defined by Earth’s rotation measured in relation to more distant fixed stars, whereas our familiar 24-hour solar day is measured by Earth’s orbit around the Sun.

It might seem like a minute difference to us normal folk, but in the world of astronomy – and the loftiest heights of Swiss watchmaking at Jaeger-LeCoultre – little differences mean a lot.

The Master Hybris Artistica Calibre 945 comes in two variants: the ‘Galaxia’ in pink gold, and the ‘Atomium’ in white gold, which both have different dial treatments. In the Galaxia for example, the outer part of the dome that makes up the dial features a depiction of planets in grisaille enamel – the first time JLC has used such a complicated technique.

In comparison, the Atomium’s outer dial section features a matrix of silvered metal which recalls not only the lines that link the stars to form constellations, but also the atomic structure of exotic space metals (or indeed the famous Atomium museum in Brussels) which lends a beautiful three-dimensional quality to the watch.

Both variants are equally as beautiful, and both represent the absolute tippy-top of modern watchmaking. At once both romantic and extremely futuristic, the Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Hybris Artistica Calibre 945 is an absolute moonshot.

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Sling bags, along with their cousin the bum bag (or fanny pack for our US readers) have slowly but surely become a part of everyday carry culture. With the bare essential items for any outdoor trip being a smartphone, a portable charger, and a wallet, we no longer need a large backpack to facilitate our everyday needs.

What was once a hit in the 90s died a tragic death in the early noughties, but now they are back in a big way. Not only do they provide a genuine functional purpose, but sling bag designers are able to inject their own stylish flair into their respective models, providing you with an extra accessory through which to show off your personality.

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Warm, seductive, and exotic, there’s something special about a spicy cologne. When choosing your signature scent, remember that spicy fragrances tend to get stronger the longer they stay on your body. A cologne that’s spicy will make you irresistible since only a bold, confident man would wear a bold and confident fragrance.But don’t go spritzing like crazy; think of wearing a spicy fragrance like drinking a bottle of red wine. You wouldn’t open the bottle, immediately pour it into a glass, and start guzzling! You would let it breathe first, let it reach its peak, and then savour every sip of it. The same goes with these best spicy colognes for men; a light spray will last all day.

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