With all due respect to fats and carbohydrates, proteins are the unquestioned muscle-building stars of the macronutrients. If you’ve spent time in a gym environment, you’ve likely seen your gym buds ... Continue Reading
Is a Creatine Loading Phase Necessary?
The best creatine supplements are among the most effective and scientifically-backed on the market. Bodybuilders use creatine as part of their stacks to bulk up, while strength athletes lean heavily on the ... Continue Reading
The 11 Best Pre-Workouts for Weight Loss of 2024, Medically Reviewed by an MD
Pre-workout supplements are one of the most popular supplements athletes take – and it’s no surprise why. They contain powerful ingredients like citrulline, beta-alanine, and caffeine, which can help you ... Continue Reading
Regan Grimes Full Day of Eating 22 Days Out From the 2023 Mr. Olympia
Men’s Open division bodybuilder Regan Grimes qualified for the 2022 Olympia but pulled out three months before the contest. He believed he needed more time and an additional 15 pounds of muscle on his ... Continue Reading
2023 Iogenix Spain Pro Bodybuilding Show Preview
The 2023 Iogenix Spain Pro show will take place on Sunday, Oct. 22, 2023 in Alicante, Spain. This show will feature IFBB Pro League Classic Physique and Wellness division contests. The winners of those two ... Continue Reading
2023 Fitness Authority Poland Muscle Fest Pro Preview
Warsaw, Poland, will host the 2023 Fitness Authority Poland Muscle Fest Pro bodybuilding show on Sunday, Oct. 22, 2023. This show will feature Men’s Physique and Bikini division contests, with the winners ... Continue Reading
2023 Hurricane Pro Bodybuilding Show Preview
The 2023 Hurricane Pro bodybuilding show will take place in St. Petersburg, FL, on Saturday, Oct. 21, 2023. Classic Physique, Men’s Physique, and Figure division athletes will be competing for a win as ... Continue Reading
2023 Moe’s Muscle New Zealand Pro Preview
There are seven pro shows being held in six countries during the weekend of Oct. 21-22, 2023. One is the 2023 Moe’s Muscle New Zealand Pro, set for Saturday, Oct. 21, 2023, in Auckland, New Zealand. This ... Continue Reading
2023 Kim Junho Pro Bodybuilding Show Preview
The 2023 Kim Junho Pro bodybuilding show will be held on Saturday, Oct. 21, 2023, in Gyeonggi State, South Korea. This show will feature IFBB Pro League Classic Physique and Bikini division contests, with ... Continue Reading
The 10 Best Lat Exercises for Growth and Strength (Expert Approved)
Have you ever wanted to be so broad that you need to turn sideways to enter or exit an elevator? Do you want to finally achieve that iconic X-frame look that all bodybuilders aspire to? Maybe your desires ... Continue Reading
The Biggest Ashwagandha Benefits That Strength Athletes Need to Know About
Ashwagandha is an herb that has quickly gained popularity in Western health and fitness circles of late. What makes ashwagandha special are its active ingredients, called withanolides, which are believed ... Continue Reading
The 12 Deadlifts Benefits You Need to Know About
Everyone should deadlift. If you’re a strength athlete, deadlifts (and their many variations) are non-negotiable. Bodybuilders who train to gain muscle and improve the quality of their physiques can also ... Continue Reading
2023 Musclecontest International Philippines Pro Men’s Physique Show Preview
The 2023 Musclecontest International Philippines Pro Men’s Physique show is slated for Saturday, Oct. 21, 2023, in Subic Bay, Philippines. Seven IFBB Pro League competitors representing five countries will ... Continue Reading
2023 Chattanooga Night of Champions Pro Fitness Show Preview
The 2023 Chattanooga Night of Champions Fitness division show is set for Saturday, Oct. 21, 2023, in Chattanooga, TN. The Fitness division is the only pro show at this contest. The competition features ... Continue Reading
Again Faster Pursuit Olympic Barbell Review
If you have enough space to build a full home gym, a barbell is one of the best investments you can make due to its sheer versatility. The market is flooded with high quality barbells, but one of our ... Continue Reading
2023 World Strongman Championships Results — Aivars Šmaukstelis Triumphs
Aivars Šmaukstelis seems unstoppable. The 2023 World Strongman Championships occurred in Talsi, Latvia, on Oct. 14, 2023, and featured 12 elite strongmen representing eight countries. On his home turf, ... Continue Reading
Bodybuilding Legend Robby Robinson’s Full Back Day With Mike O’Hearn and Tito Raymond
Former Masters Olympia champion Robby Robinson returned to Mike O’Hearn's YouTube channel on Oct. 11, 2023, to share his back-training wisdom. At 77 years old, Robinson guided O’Hearn, 54, through a ... Continue Reading
19 Halloween Costume Ideas for Strength Athletes
Halloween is rapidly approaching, and you're not sure what to wear. Sure, you can always call it a wash this season and promise yourself to order early next time. (Isn't that what you said last year?) But ... Continue Reading
2023 Ms. Olympia Preview
The 2023 Olympia features six women’s divisions, including the Ms. Olympia contest. The world championship for Women's Open bodybuilding made its return to the stage in 2020 after a six-year ... Continue Reading
Will Tennyson Attempts Eating Ronnie Coleman’s 6,000-Calorie Bodybuilding Diet
Eating in a calorie surplus is as crucial as the workout routine when following a bulking program. For many lifters amidst a bulk, consistently eating 3,500 calories or more in a day can be a chore. During ... Continue Reading
7 Ways Adjustable Dumbbells Can Boost Your Workouts
If you typically hit the gym at peak hours, you’re likely no stranger to spending a chunk of your workout looking for the right equipment or waiting your turn for the squat rack. On the flip side, working ... Continue Reading
6 Infrared Sauna Benefits to Give Your Recovery a Boost
You just finished a tough workout, did a few cool-down stretches, and are on the way to showering. As you enter the locker room, you notice your gym has an infrared sauna. Before you grab your post-workout ... Continue Reading
Ka’Chava Review (2024): Our Take on the Popular Meal Replacement
Ka’Chava claims to be the world’s healthiest shake. Our Ka’Chava Meal Replacement Review will explore whether this claim is too good to be true. At BarBend, our registered dietitians and testers reviewed ... Continue Reading
Pro Bodybuilder Erin Sterns’ 4 Tips for Training Around Injury
Even when training with proper form and thorough recovery, mistakes and unforeseen injuries can occur while strength training. Experienced lifters who encounter muscle tweaks or strains don't necessarily ... Continue Reading