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Daily Mirror
3 days ago
- Health
- Daily Mirror
Martin Clunes swears by one exercise every day that's a 'lifeline' for health
The Doc Martin and Men Behaving Badly star Martin Clunes has shared three things he does every day to boost his health, including one vital exercise he says he swears by Martin Clunes has divulged his daily trio of health-boosting habits, including one exercise he swears by. Now edging into his mid-60s, the esteemed Doc Martin actor shared how embracing the 5:2 diet led to an incredible three-stone weight loss. This regime involves eating normally for five days and fasting for two, but that's not all Martin is doing to stay on top of his wellbeing. In an exclusive chat with Woman's Weekly, Martin confided that sticking to chia seeds, curtailing alcohol intake, and planking every day have become indispensable in preserving his health. Martin added that doing so has been a "lifeline" for his back issues. The 63-year-old actor acknowledged the notable health perks he's experienced thanks to these lifestyle adjustments, reports Surrey Live. It's a sentiment echoed by health gurus who attest to the positive effects such practices can have on someone's health. Chia seeds health benefits These tiny yet mighty seeds may be bland in taste, but their capacity to jazz up meals ranging from brekkie yoghurts to fiery curries with a burst of crunch is unmatched. Their true claim to fame, however, lies in the impressive host of health benefits they harbour within. According to Healthline, the seeds' rich fiber and omega-3 content could be game-changers for cardiovascular health: "Given that chia seeds are high in fiber and omega-3s, consuming them may reduce your risk of heart disease. "Soluble fiber, the kind primarily found in chia seeds, can help lower total and LDL (bad) cholesterol in your blood. In turn, this can reduce your risk of heart disease." Moreover, Healthline highlighted another key aspect of the food, and another reason why their high fibre content might be crucial, stating that the significant levels of fibre may assist in regulating blood sugar. Hence, due to the high fibre content of chia seeds, the superfood could potentially help in reducing the likelihood of developing diabetes. Health benefits of planking While planking is a part of many gym routines, many will be unaware of the long-term health benefits of this endurance exercise that actor Martin swears by. One of the primary health benefits of planking is that it aids in building our core strength which has numerous long-term advantages. Indeed, one study seemed to support the positive impact that planking has had on Martin's back recently. As Healthline noted: "A 2017 study suggests a correlation between decreased core back muscle quality and ageing. The researchers emphasise the need for intervention in older adults with back pain, particularly for people who are overweight." It comes after Martin opened up about the uncertainty of his acting career and the possibility of returning to his role in Doc Martin. He shared his thoughts on the precarious nature of the television industry, claiming it is in a "funny state" with a lot of "nervousness" and a lack of "confidence."
Daily Mirror
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Upset as Martin Clunes-fronted ITV drama axed after one series
ITV series, Out There, has Martin Clunes take on the role of a father trying to protect his son, Johnny, after he gets involved with a drug dealer Martin Clunes' ITV drama, Out There, is getting the axe after only one series following the debut receiving a lower viewership rating than anticipated. The series has Martin take on the role of a father trying to protect his son, Johnny, after he gets involved with a drug dealer, Rhys. After a shocking murder, Johnny calls his dad, Nathan, for help to remove the body. At the same time, Nathan is dealing with rich third-party investors trying to take his and his elderly neighbours' farm. Despite the endless drama and action, the series failed to rake in the viewership it wanted. The actor said to The Sun: 'We were keen on doing a second series, but ITV aren't, it seems. It didn't quite pull the numbers they wanted, unfortunately.' This week, ITV confirmed the news, saying: "We are really proud of Out There and would like to thank Martin and the production team for delivering a brilliant series. 'We do always hope to see our series return and we are sorry we didn't get this drama to connect with a big enough audience to see that happen.' Martin previously opened up about the uncertainty of his acting career and the possibility of returning to his role in Doc Martin. The Men Behaving Badly star shared his thoughts on the precarious nature of the television industry, claiming it is in a "funny state" with a lot of "nervousness" and a lack of "confidence." Best known for his portrayal of the grumpy GP in ITV's hit series Doc Martin, the actor expressed concerns over his future projects due to the challenges of being self-employed in the acting world. The hit series, which had a successful run from 2007 to 2022, aired its final episode air during Christmas three years ago, leaving fans wanting more. Speaking to i weekend, Martin revealed: "Television is in a funny state. There's a lot of nervousness, not much confidence. I've been self-employed for so long and there's always a part of me thinking: 'What am I going to do next? I don't have a job coming up. It has ground to a halt'." The series was a family affair produced by his wife, Philippa Braithwaite, and their company Buffalo Pictures, but Martin seemed reluctant to return to the charming village of Portwenn. He went on to say: "I never got sick of it. There was never a negative thought about it, but it ended quite organically and I sort of don't miss it. It hasn't felt like having a limb off or anything."
Daily Mirror
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Martin Clunes shares fears over 'no jobs' as he offers Doc Martin update
Doc Martin was a huge hit with viewers before coming to an end in 2022 - and fans have been left wondering whether the grumpy GP will ever return to the small screen Martin Clunes has opened up about the uncertainty of his acting career and the possibility of returning to his role in Doc Martin. The Men Behaving Badly star shared his thoughts on the precarious nature of the television industry, claiming it is in a "funny state" with a lot of "nervousness" and a lack of "confidence." Best known for his portrayal of the grumpy GP in ITV's hit series Doc Martin, the actor expressed concerns over his future projects due to the challenges of being self-employed in the acting world. The popular show, which enjoyed a successful run from 2007 to 2022, saw its final episode air during Christmas three years ago, leaving fans wanting more. Speaking to i weekend, Clunes revealed: "Television is in a funny state. There's a lot of nervousness, not much confidence. I've been self-employed for so long and there's always a part of me thinking: 'What am I going to do next? I don't have a job coming up. It has ground to a halt'." Despite the series being a family affair produced by his wife, Philippa Braithwaite, and their company Buffalo Pictures, Clunes seems reluctant to return to the charming village of Portwenn. He added: "I never got sick of it. There was never a negative thought about it, but it ended quite organically and I sort of don't miss it. It hasn't felt like having a limb off or anything." Fans of the British hit series can be excited though with a US adaptation by Fox on the horizon, set to debut in the 2025-26 season, although without Martin Clunes taking the lead. With the title Best Medicine, Josh Charles, known for his roles in Sports Night, The Good Wife, and Dead Poets Society, will be taking the helm as a brilliant surgeon who trades Boston for a quaint East Coast fishing village. Talking about the original British series, Michael Thorn, president of Fox Television Network, said: "The story of Doc Martin has resonated worldwide with its humanity, originality, and humour, and with Best Medicine coming to Fox, that eccentricity gets a small-town America spin, complete with idyllic charm and absurdity." Ahead of the UK show's final season, Martin and Philippa Braithwaite released a statement touching on their astonishment at the show's popularity and how the character "topped the ratings". Nevertheless, they said that it was time to "say goodbye". They saud: "However, after sixteen years we now feel that the time has come to say goodbye to Portwenn. We will be making the tenth and final series in 2021 and we are very much looking forward to returning to Cornwall to film it." Martin Clunes enthusiasts can next see him exploring in 'Martin Clunes' Islands of the Atlantic', airing today (Friday, May 16) from 9pm to 10pm on ITV.
Edinburgh Live
11-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Edinburgh Live
Doc Martin's Martin Clunes shares bad review of Trump hotel after checking out a day early
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Martin Clunes, star of Doc Martin, has was not impressed by one of Donald Trump's hotels, an experience so memorable that he checked out a day early. Martin, known for his role in Men Behaving Badly, was discussing the worst places he has stayed when he listed one of Trump's Scottish properties. Speaking to The i newspaper about his acting and documentary-making career, the 63-year-old actor revealed his worst stay was "a trucker's shack in Madagascar". He described it as a series of cells, with a light socket featuring protruding wires and matchsticks to wedge in plugs, and a cup full of condoms on the table. A close second was one of Trump's hotels in Scotland. Remembering the experience, Martin recalled: "It has the atmosphere of Terminal Five at Heathrow. It's just bizarre. We checked out a day early." This isn't the first time his Scottish properties have been a talking point, with some wedding celebrants saying they won't marry couples at Trump's buildings in the country unless their ownership changes. Humanist celebrant Tim Maguire told the Daily Record: "It took a long time for humanists to win the right to conduct legal marriage in Scotland, and we won that right because we have certain distinctive beliefs. 'The change in leadership in the US represents a backward step for human rights and secular values, which has repercussions across the world. As Donald Trump continues to undermine the enlightenment values on which the US was founded, I feel I need to take a stand against him, small as it is." Martin's comments come after it was revealed that Doc Martin is set to undergo a transformation for a US version of the show. However, it is not a remake that will feature the actor in his traditional lead role. Instead, fellow actor Josh Charles will take on the character for the American rendition. Fox Television Network's president Michael Thorn expressed his enthusiasm for the US adaptation. He told Variety: "The story of Doc Martin has resonated worldwide with its humanity, originality, and humour, and with Best Medicine coming to Fox, that eccentricity gets a small-town America spin, complete with idyllic charm and absurdity. "Liz, Mark, Philippa, Ben, and Rodney have done a terrific job adapting this signature character for the Fox audience, especially in casting the terrifically talented Josh Charles as our lead." As Doc Martin gears up for an American revival, the UK is preparing to bid farewell to the series after a remarkable 20-year run and 10 seasons on television. Ahead of the final UK season, star Martin and producer Philippa Braithwaite shared their gratitude with fans. In a statement, they said: "When we launched the series in 2004 we could never have imagined how much our loyal viewers would take to the grumpy Doc like they have. "The series has avid fans both in the UK and throughout the world and we are thrilled that Doc Martin has topped the ratings every time. "However, after sixteen years we now feel that the time has come to say goodbye to Portwenn. We will be making the tenth and final series in 2021 and we are very much looking forward to returning to Cornwall to film it."
Wales Online
11-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Doc Martin's Martin Clunes issues brutal verdict after staying in Trump's Scotland hotel
Doc Martin's Martin Clunes issues brutal verdict after staying in Trump's Scotland hotel In recent months Martin Clunes has spoken about his experience with travelling the world for work, and how it feels to be leaving the role of Doc Martin as the programme heads to the USA Martin Clunes has expressed his displeasure at staying in one of Donald Trump's hotels (Image: Getty ) Doc Martin star Martin Clunes has issued a brutal verdict on what he thought about staying in one of Donald Trump's hotels, an experience so notable that he checked out a day early. The former Men Behaving Badly actor was speaking about the worst places he has stayed in, when he remarked that one of Trump's Scottish properties was among that list. Martin, 63, was speaking to The i about his globe trotting acting and documentary making career when he made his admission. The worst stay, the actor and presenter claims, was 'a trucker's shack in Madagascar'. As to why, he explained: 'It was called a hotel, but it was like a series of cells. 'The light socket had bits of wire coming out of it and matchsticks in it to wedge in plugs and there was a cup full of condoms on the table. Coming in a close second was one of Donald Trump's hotels in Scotland. Martin remembered: 'It has the atmosphere of Terminal Five at Heathrow. It's just bizarre. We checked out a day early.' Article continues below Martin Clunes decided to check out a day early from one of Trump's hotels Martin's comments come as it is revealed that the beloved ITV series Doc Martin is set to undergo a transformation for a US version of the show. However, it is not a remake that will feature the actor in his traditional lead role. It has been reported that, instead, fellow actor Josh Charles will take on the character for the American version of the programme. Speaking about the US adaptation of the show, which will air on the Fox Television Network, the company's president Michael Thorn said: 'The story of Doc Martin has resonated worldwide with its humanity, originality, and humour, and with Best Medicine coming to Fox, that eccentricity gets a small-town America spin, complete with idyllic charm and absurdity. 'Liz, Mark, Philippa, Ben, and Rodney have done a terrific job adapting this signature character for the Fox audience, especially in casting the terrifically talented Josh Charles as our lead.' As a new era begins for Doc Martin in the USA, the programmes time in the UK is coming to an end after 20-years and 10 seasons on the air. Martin Clunes' time as Doc Martin is coming to an end Speaking ahead of the final season, Martin and producer Philippa Braithwaite thanked fans for sticking by the show through two decades of filming. In a statement they said: 'When we launched the series in 2004 we could never have imagined how much our loyal viewers would take to the grumpy Doc like they have. Article continues below "The series has avid fans both in the UK and throughout the world and we are thrilled that Doc Martin has topped the ratings every time. 'However, after sixteen years we now feel that the time has come to say goodbye to Portwenn. We will be making the tenth and final series in 2021 and we are very much looking forward to returning to Cornwall to film it.'
