In bodybuilding, one tight pec can ruin a lat spread under stage lights. Symmetry instructs judges' scores and drives how athletes train and pose. Men’s Open bodybuilder Regan Grimes explained why ... Continue Reading
“Opportunity To Be One of the Greatest of All-Time” — Mitchell Hooper Withdraws from 2025 Strongest Man on Earth
Mitchell Hooper has been a dominant force in strongman for over three years. Competing in 26 international events, he claimed victory in 15 and reached the podium 24 times. His list of accolades includes ... Continue Reading
Why Mike Sommerfeld Uses Myo Reps to Train Legs for the 2025 Olympia
With reigning six-time Classic Physique Olympia champion Chris Bumstead’s retirement, 2025 Arnold Classic Physique winner Mike Sommerfeld is touted to become his likeliest successor at the 2025 Olympia in ... Continue Reading
The Butt Wink, Explained
The “butt wink,” a backward tilt of the pelvis at the bottom of a squat, causes the lower back to round and flex, potentially placing unnecessary stress on the spine and increasing the risk of injury. A ... Continue Reading
5 Burning Questions Heading Into the 2025 CrossFit Games
We’re only two weeks away from the 2025 CrossFit Games, and with this comes a wave of speculation, excitement, and plenty of unanswered questions. Whether you're a dedicated fan or a curious newcomer ... Continue Reading
3 Exercises for Harder Spinal Erectors
T Nutrition and Fitness (TNF) founder and personal trainer, Joel Twinem, addressed the commonly neglected spinal erectors, colloquially known as the abs of the back. These muscles run along the spine ... Continue Reading
Preparing for Future Nuclear Fallout — Eddie Hall’s Home Gym Bunker Is Worth $1 Million
In early July 2025, the 2017 World’s Strongest Man (WSM) Eddie Hall welcomed close friend and four-time WSM Brian Shaw to tour Hall's dedicated training facility. Hall walked through his basement setup, ... Continue Reading
Why Plant Protein Is as Effective as Animal Protein for Muscle Growth
There's an ongoing debate about which is better for muscle gains: plant or animal protein. Protein influences sarcopenia, the age-related loss of muscle mass. So the question is, can you build the same ... Continue Reading
2025 CrossFit Games Event 2 Revealed – Heavy Dumbbells, High Skill, Shoulder Burn
The second workout for the 2025 CrossFit Games just dropped on social media, and it packs a heavy punch. View this post on Instagram A post shared by CrossFit Games ... Continue Reading
What Is Flow Training and Is It Effective?
Strength training goals typically involve lifting heavier, building muscle, and hitting personal bests. When not adequately balanced with recovery and mobility work, these goals can leave athletes stiff or ... Continue Reading
Carolyne Prevost Steps in for Injured Alex Gazan — Will Compete at CrossFit Games and Age Group Games in August
Carolyne Prevost admits it was a “weird feeling” to learn she would be competing at this summer’s CrossFit Games in Albany, NY. The 35-year-old returned home and immediately resumed intense training ... Continue Reading
Are Wearables Making Us Fitter? It Depends
Trying to reach a step goal? Aiming for a specific calorie burn? Trying to beat a sleep score from the previous night? These are health and fitness milestones that have gained popularity due to the ... Continue Reading
Nick Walker’s Back Building Guide
Men’s Open bodybuilder Nick Walker is prepping for his highly-anticipated Olympia return in 2025. Walker most recently graced the Olympia stage in 2022, earning a bronze. In 2025, Walker competed at ... Continue Reading
Colton Engelbrecht Sumo Deadlifts 500 Kilograms at a Powerlifting Meet
Colton Engelbrecht has joined an elite strength club thanks to his 500-kilogram sumo deadlift, which he performed at the Nikolay Kagansky Memorial Tournament meet in Moscow, Russia. A video of the lift is ... Continue Reading
2025 Iceland’s Strongest Viking Results
The 2025 Iceland's Strongest Viking contest occurred on July 11, 2025, in the Westfjords, Iceland. Eight athletes, seven representing the home country, and the runner-up Chris Beetham of Scotland, competed ... Continue Reading
Seed Probiotic Review (2025): A Dietitian’s Take
Several factors affect your gut microbiome, but a high-quality probiotic can be a golden ticket to improved gut health. Our team of experts — including board-certified physician and active clinical ... Continue Reading
UPDATED: Bodybuilding Legend Ronnie Coleman Treated for Sepsis
UPDATE (7/14): On July 13, Ronnie Coleman posted an update on his condition, confirming that he was "battling complications from sepsis." Per the American Journal of Medicine, "sepsis is a clinical ... Continue Reading
Stop Playing Macro Tetris: What These 6 Nutrition Coaches Do Differently
If I’ve learned one thing after coaching CrossFit for 15 years, it’s that getting people to show up at the gym is the easy part. One thing that seems to make the challenge less daunting, ... Continue Reading
2025 Zhanna Rotar Classic Pro Results
Sandra Grajales has won the 2025 Zhanna Rotar Classic Pro. Grajales was one of 16 IFBB Professional League Figure competitors onstage in Las Vegas, NV, on Saturday, July 12, and the last to leave the stage ... Continue Reading
The 10 Best Arm Exercises to Add to Your Routine, Plus 5 Full Workouts
If you’ve landed on this page, the jig is up: You want bigger (or stronger) arms. We understand — at BarBend, we’re just as devoted to building up our arms as you are. Training your arms with weights can ... Continue Reading
2025 World of Monsterzym Korea Pro 212 Results
Mazin Al Rahbi is the 2025 World of Monsterzym Korea Pro 212 champion. Fourteen athletes gathered in Gyeonggi State, South Korea, to compete in this 2025 Olympia Weekend qualifier. Al Rahbi of Oman was ... Continue Reading
Danielle Brandon Shifts Coaching Team Ahead of 2025 CrossFit Games
In the coming weeks, Danielle Brandon will no longer be working with Coach El Senouvor of Brute Strength. In 2021 and 2022, Neiffer and Bifano coached Justin Medeiros to two CrossFit Games titles, and ... Continue Reading
2025 Republic of Texas Pro Results
The 2025 Republic of Texas Pro was held in Austin, TX, on Saturday, July 12. Bodybuilding fans were treated to three 2025 Olympia qualifiers in the Men’s Physique, Bikini, and Wellness divisions. The ... Continue Reading
2025 Euro Muscle Pro Show Results
The 2025 Euro Muscle Pro was held on July 12-13 in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Three men’s and three women’s divisions were featured at this 2025 Olympia qualifying event, and 89 competitors graced the stage ... Continue Reading