
Joe Warner
Joe Warner is a highly experienced journalist and editor who began working in fitness media in 2008.
He has featured on the cover of Men’s Fitness UK twice and has written Amazon best-sellers, including co-authoring 12-Week Body Plan with Ultimate Performance Fitness CEO and founder Nick Mitchell.
Joe Warner worked for Men’s Fitness UK, which temporarily shared a website with Coach. He joined as staff writer in 2008, then was deputy editor from 2009 until 2013. He returned as editor of Men’s Fitness UK from 2016 to 2019.
He is currently editorial director of IL Media and editorial director of the New Body Plan, and makes regular appearances on BBC radio and TalkSport.
As well as being the man we’d most want to emulate in the gym, Joe has completed five marathons.
Latest articles by Joe Warner

How To Do The Goblet Squat
By Harry Bullmore last updated
Hunker down to target your quads, glutes and hamstrings with the goblet squat

How To Do The High Pull
By Anna Gora last updated
Work on your shoulders and your posture in one fell swoop with the high pull

The High-Rep Home Abs Workout
By Joe Warner last updated
Do this six-move superset abs workout at home just once a week to get a lean, hard and sculpted set of stomach muscles

A Fitness Model’s 10-Minute Abs Workout—No Equipment Needed
By Joe Warner last updated
Take on this bodyweight workout at the end of your main session, or do it at home

How To Do The Upright Row
By Anna Gora last updated
Build bigger traps and boulder shoulders by nailing this upper-body exercise

How To Do The Front Raise Exercise
By Anna Gora last updated
When it’s time to work your shoulders, find a pair of dumbbells and break out the front raise

How To Master The Barbell Squat
By Joe Warner last updated
The back squat is a big move with big benefits, but before you start shifting big weight make sure you’re ready with our comprehensive form guide

35 Running Tips To Help You Become A Better Runner
By Nick Harris-Fry last updated
Our expert guide will help you become a better, stronger and injury-proof runner, whether you’re a veteran or just starting out

The No-Nonsense Full-Body Strength Workout Plan
By Joe Warner last updated
Get stronger faster with these classic full-body strength workouts that focus on big bang-for-your-buck moves

Cable Machine Exercises For Abs
By Joe Warner last updated
Cable machines make your abs work harder by keeping resistance constant during exercises

Six-Week Strength Training Workout Plan
By Joe Warner last updated
This powerlifting-inspired series of strength training workouts will make you bigger and stronger

The Four-Week Lean Muscle Workout Plan
By Joe Warner last updated
Follow this tough but rewarding lean muscle workout plan to shock your body into burning fat and building lean muscle

The Leg Workout To Build Bigger Legs Fast
By Joe Warner last updated
Adding strength and size to your legs takes time and effort, but this six-move gym leg day workout will get you there faster

Your Four-Week Workout Plan For Muscle Gain
By Joe Warner last updated
This workout plan for muscle gain can add width to your upper body and strip fat from your middle to help you build a big, strong and lean physique

This Double Kettlebell Workout Ratchets Up The Load
By Joe Warner last updated
And using two kettlebells also helps you develop stability, balance and control

A Straightforward Gym Workout Routine For Beginners
By Joe Warner last updated
This tried-and-tested approach to working out in the gym is perfect for beginners – it’s flexible, easy to remember and progress comes quickly

This Single-Dumbbell Workout Blasts The Whole Body
By Joe Warner last updated
One dumbbell, one tough-as-nails workout

The Push/Pull Workout Plan To Build Muscle And Blast Fat
By Joe Warner last updated
Train more with less risk of injury with this push/pull training plan from fitness model Shaun Stafford

The Dumbbell Workout Plan To Build Muscle At Home
By Joe Warner last updated
Add size to your arms, chest and shoulders with these four dumbbell workouts

The Best Biceps Workout Doesn’t Just Feature Biceps Exercises
By Joe Warner last updated
Expert advice on how to train for bigger upper arms, plus a triceps and biceps workout that will get the job done

The Best Upper-Body Workout For Every Type Of Gym-Goer
By Joe Warner last updated
Choose from a 45-minute upper-body workout for those who visit the gym twice a week, or a four-session-a-week upper-body workout plan

What Is Metcon? Metabolic Conditioning Explained
By Joe Warner last updated
Add metabolic conditioning to your training plan to ignite your fat loss efforts

10-Minute Workouts That HIIT It Hard
By Nick Harris-Fry last updated
Slip these 10-minute workouts into your day, with options for everyone from beginners to experienced exercisers, and sessions for both home and the gym
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