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Weight loss for men

MAN v FAT. Where men lose weight.

If you’re a man that wants to lose weight, grow your social circle and improve your wellbeing, MAN v FAT is behind you all the way. Our philosophy is simple: all the information, support and tools you need to improve your health, with a refreshing no-nonsense approach.

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MAN v FAT is a network of clubs for men who want to lose weight. Every player is in the same situation and wants the same thing – to lose weight, get healthier and enjoy football.

Each club’s league tables are decided not just on points won, but on pounds lost too. All players weigh in weekly before each game and their weight loss progress counts towards their team’s performance.

As well as the support of their teammates and club coach, all players get access to our online resources, inspiration, and support to help them reach their weight loss goals.

Whether it’s MAN v FAT Football or Rugby that’s being played, expect to play 28 minutes of the sport you love, with qualified officials.

90%

of players lose weight playing with MAN v FAT

3,494.4kg

lost by Nottingham players
in 2023 

10 years

of experience helping
men lose weight

How does MAN v FAT work? 

Play football  

Join other men with a BMI over 27.5 to play football and lose weight. Doesn’t matter if you’re a bit of a pro or a total beginner, we’re here for everyone.
  • Weekly 30-minute matches with qualified referees.
  • Support from an experienced coach.
  • Friendship from like-minded teammates.

Lose weight 

As well as playing football, you get free unlimited access to digital weight loss support including:
  • Online mental health support from Koa Foundations.
  • 100’s of recipes, tips and articles sharing the science behind weight loss.
  • Online workouts in MAN v FAT Gym to increase your fitness and improve your match performance.
  • Award nights and events including a national tournament at Etihad Stadium.

Your Nottingham league

When and where?

Meet the coach

“Hello! I’m Ryan James, your Nottingham coach. Why not get involved and kick off your weight loss or arrange to come and have a look before putting in that transfer request!”

So much more than weight loss 

Funded by

Funded weight loss for men 

Nottingham City Council pays for your first 14-week season of MAN v FAT. Score! If you want to keep playing, you’ll pay just £31 a month.  

Can I join?

We hope so! It depends on a few factors, but you’ll need to live or be registered with a GP in the city of Nottingham and have a BMI over 27.5. Use the NHS BMI calculator if you’re not sure of your BMI.

Don’t worry, we have a simple way of finding out if we’re a good fit.  We’ll guide you step-by-step to match you to the perfect programme for you.

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What to expect from MAN v FAT

Weigh

Weigh in before each game to track your progress. 

Play

Score points for both weight loss and goals scored on the pitch. 

Lose

Lose weight, make friends, get fitter and improve your health. 

Win 

Team don’t win the league? You still lose weight. Result. 

Loud and proud 

We love sharing stories from those we’ve helped, and you can join them too if you sign up today! 

I wasn’t happy, but with two young boys and a wife, plus another baby on the way, I really needed to get myself in a better headspace mentally and in a better shape physically. I would certainly encourage other men to give MAN v FAT Football a try. We have a great bunch of lads, there’s great banter and, of course, we also really enjoy the football.
Craig, 41
I’ve been lucky, the boys in my ‘Man Titty’ team are brilliant. We have a great turnout each week which has allowed us to build a great team spirit. We don’t have any egos, encourage each other and if we do get annoyed at each other if it isn’t going our way (we do like to win after all) it’s forgotten as quickly as it happened.
Chris, 37

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