The Power of a Men Awards 2025
MEN IN Fitness 2025
Celebrating men of colour and their achievements.
Read through the amazing contributions made by each and every one of our worthy nominees this year. Then, all you need to do is vote for the man that you think should be the recipient of this year’s award.
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Nathaniel “Nattyranx” Martin Thomas
Nathaniel “Nattyranx” Martin-Thomas is a dedicated fitness and lifestyle consultant, actor, and entrepreneur committed to empowering individuals through holistic wellbeing and personal development. With over a decade of experience at the intersection of health, culture, and entertainment, Nathaniel has transformed the lives of hundreds of clients globally, guiding them through physical and mental breakthroughs with his structured, results-driven approach.
As the founder of the Ranxregime Coaching App, Nathaniel has created more than just a digital fitness platform, he’s built a movement. The app promotes health through the adaptation of culturally inspired dishes into more nutritious versions, helping to raise awareness around the dietary factors contributing to lifestyle-related health conditions, particularly within communities of colour. His work stands as a bridge between cultural heritage and long-term wellbeing, proving that one can honour tradition while making healthier choices.
Nathaniel’s own journey; marked by challenges, resilience, and personal growth has been the foundation of his coaching philosophy. Leading by example, he balances a flourishing career in the entertainment industry with a deep commitment to wellness and community upliftment. His values—discipline, authenticity, and purpose—are evident in every facet of his work.
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Dele Akinfenwa
I’m Dele Akinfenwa, a fitness entrepreneur, mentor, and co-founder of Beast Mode On, a movement and brand dedicated to helping people unlock their inner strength, both physically and mentally. Over the past decade, I’ve combined my passion for fitness with my purpose: to inspire, educate, and empower individuals to take control of their health and mindset. From humble beginnings training in local gyms to building a nationally recognized fitness brand alongside my brother, Adebayo Akinfenwa, I’ve always believed that fitness is more than a physical journey, it’s a mindset. Through Beast Mode On, we’ve created a platform that champions resilience, community, and transformation, especially within underrepresented groups.
Beyond the gym, my work extends into schools, where I mentor young people providing guidance, real talk, and tools for navigating life with confidence and purpose. I’ve led workshops, hosted talks, and offered coaching that not only focuses on body strength but also emotional and mental resilience. One of my proudest achievements is seeing these young men shift their narratives and realize the power they hold within.
Whether through training programs, clothing that speaks identity, or workshops that uplift the next generation, my mission remains consistent which is to show that you can be strong, kind, vulnerable, and powerful all at once. Being recognised for this work means a lot, because it represents the impact I’ve been striving for all along to uplift, to represent, and to lead from the front.
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Daniel Pierre
Daniel Pierre (also known as Batman Dan)
My name is Daniel Pierre, but most people in the fitness community know me as Batman Dan. I am a fitness influencer, personal trainer, and motivator based in London. My work goes beyond helping people in the gym. I use fitness as a tool to help transform lives by building confidence, discipline and mental strength. I am proudly affiliated with King’s Gym, where I’ve built a strong presence both in person and online. My platform reaches thousands of people every day, and I use it to inspire, educate and support individuals at all stages of their fitness journey. I focus especially on helping people who feel overlooked or stuck, giving them the push and belief they need to move forward.
Being a Black man in the UK, I understand how important representation is. I know what it means to grow up without many role models who look like you or understand your experience. That’s why I use my voice and my platform to uplift others, especially young men, and show them what’s possible with consistency, focus and self-respect.
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Tyrone Brennand
Tyrone Brennand is a renowned fitness coach, author, entrepreneur, and mentor whose journey from adversity to influence has inspired thousands. Raised in a challenging environment, Tyrone faced emotional and social struggles that left him feeling like he’d been written off early in life. But instead of accepting defeat, he used fitness and self-development as a pathway to rebuild his life. That drive became the foundation for his life’s mission: to help others transform through health, discipline, and mindset.
In 2014, with the support of The Prince’s Trust, Tyrone founded Be The Fittest, a premium personal training and wellness brand based in London. Starting with just a few clients and a clear vision, Tyrone built the business from the ground up. His unique approach to fitness—blending strength training, yoga, and mental resilience—quickly attracted a wide audience.
Over the years, Tyrone’s work has earned major recognition. He became a Reebok ambassador, featured on TV shows like MTV’s Beach Body and BBC’s Go Hard or Go Home, and trained high-profile celebrity clients including Nathalie Emmanuel and Maya Jama. In 2015, he even trained alongside boxing legend Manny Pacquiao and supported astronaut Tim Peake during his London Marathon run from space.
In 2022, Tyrone launched his first book, Be The Fittest, a 12-week programme that empowers readers to transform both physically and mentally. Around the same time, he expanded his brand with a signature smoothie drink in collaboration with C Press and created a thriving online fitness communsee above ity, offering structured home workouts, meditation, nutrition, and yoga practices to a growing global audience.
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“To be a person of mixed heritage in today’s society is to stand strong in diversity, turning heritage into power and making generational curses to cures and making difference into unity. It’s about rising with pride, inspiring change, and leading with resilience in a city that thrives on culture and connection.”
Roger Snipes
Roger Snipes is a renowned British fitness expert, bodybuilder, wellness advocate, and actor, inspiring millions with his dedication to holistic health. Over a decade-long career, Roger has won numerous bodybuilding titles and graced top fitness magazine covers. As a social media influencer with a significant following, Roger shares workout tips, motivational content, and wellness insights. His balanced philosophy emphasises physical training, mindful eating, mental agility, and emotional maturity, aiming to create stronger, more resilient individuals, particularly men.
Roger is a dedicated personal trainer and coach, providing tailored programs and nutritional plans that have empowered many to achieve their fitness goals. As an author and motivational speaker, he passionately discusses the importance of mental and emotional strength alongside physical fitness.
Beyond fitness, Roger has pursued a career in acting and trained as a stunt performer, featuring in blockbuster movies. His versatility and commitment to excellence shine through in every endeavour.
Roger Snipes embodies the spirit of International Men’s Day, demonstrating perseverance, positivity, and excellence. His contributions to fitness, mental agility, emotional maturity, and the entertainment industry make him an ideal nominee for The Power of Man Awards, celebrating his impactful inspiration to men worldwide.
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9th March 2025, London
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