The 2023 Balkan Grand Prix Pro was held on Saturday, Oct. 7, 2023, in Sofia, Bulgaria, and it featured the 212 Bodybuilding, Classic Physique, and Figure divisions. For the 212 show, it was the final ... Continue Reading
Mountain Dog Training: Understanding John Meadows’ Philosophy for Maximum Muscle Growth
John “the Mountain Dog” Meadows passed away on Aug. 8, 2021. He was 49 years old. Meadows’ death sent ripples around the globe as the bodybuilding community at large mourned the passing of a titan. ... Continue Reading
2023 Legion Sports Fest Pro Bodybuilding Show Results
The 2023 Legion Sports Fest Pro was held in Reno, NV, on the weekend of Oct. 7-8, 2023, and it featured eight IFBB Pro League contests, including a Men’s Open contest. The winner of that show was Charles ... Continue Reading
JunHo Lee Victorious at 2023 Korea AGP Pro Men’s Physique Show
JunHo Lee is the 2023 Korea AGP Pro Men’s Physique winner. Lee was one of 10 competitors representing seven countries in the contest held on Saturday, Oct. 7, 2023, in Gyeonggi State, South Korea. Lee ... Continue Reading
Jessica Nicole Dolias Triumphant In 2023 Southern Muscle Pro Bikini Division Show
The 2023 Southern Muscle Pro Bikini division contest was held in Dalton, GA, on Saturday, Oct. 7, 2023, and Jessica Nicole Dolias was crowned the winner. Dolias outlasted 12 other IFBB Pro League ... Continue Reading
Junior Javorski Wins 2023 Musclecontest International Recife Pro Classic Physique Show
Junior Javorski is the winner of the 2023 Musclecontest International Recife Pro. The contest was held on Saturday, Oct. 7, 2023, in Recife, Brazil, and it featured 11 IFBB Pro League competitors, all ... Continue Reading
HOP WTR Classic Brings a Non-Alcoholic, Calorie-Free Alternative To IPA Fans
Few economic success stories can rival that of the craft beer boom of the last decade. In 2010, there were around 1,813 craft breweries in the U.S. In 2022, that number had ballooned to 9,552 breweries, ... Continue Reading
8 Vitamins and Nutrients You Need To Take To Stay Fit Over 40
As the popular quote attributed to Mae West goes, “Getting old isn’t for the faint of heart.” One quite literal explanation for this may be that aging simply makes it difficult for your heart and the rest ... Continue Reading
How Much Does It Cost To Compete at the Mr. Olympia?
First conceived by Joe Weider in 1965, the Mr. Olympia competition awards the most sought-after title in all of competitive bodybuilding. When the winner of Mr. Olympia strikes their series of ... Continue Reading
How To Lose Belly Fat — A Strength Athlete’s Guide
If you’ve noticed that you tend to lose fat faster in certain areas — like your arms, legs, or waist — while others take a bit longer, you’re not alone. While body fat levels are largely governed by energy ... Continue Reading
13 Best In-Chair Exercises to Do at Home (Or in the Office)
How much of your time do you spend on your screens each day? Sitting at work, whether in a formal office or at home? Even if you’re into two-a-day workouts, you might be inactive for a lot longer each day ... Continue Reading
USA Weightlifting Announces Roster for Upcoming 2023 Pan American Games
The 2023 IWF World Weightlifting Championships may be over, but the best Olympic lifters in the United States still have their work cut out for them before the year comes to a close. On Friday, Oct. 6, ... Continue Reading
2023 Balkan Grand Prix Pro Bodybuilding Show Preview
The 2023 Balkan Grand Prix is slated for Saturday, Oct. 7, 2023, in Sofia, Bulgaria, and it represents the final opportunity to qualify for the 2023 Olympia in the 212 division. The winner of this show ... Continue Reading
How Strong Was Tom Platz? Examining ‘The Quadfather’s’ Prolific Squatting Power
In a sport defined by over-the-top physiques, Tom Platz’s legs are the stuff of legend. The man who eventually earned the nickname “The Quadfather” got his start in bodybuilding during the late ... Continue Reading
2023 Italian Olympus Pro Bodybuilding Show Preview
The 2023 Italian Olympus Pro bodybuilding show will take place on Sunday, Oct. 8, 2023, in Milan, Italy. It will be one of the final six shows of the 2023 season, with all three winners eligible to compete ... Continue Reading
2023 Legion Sports Fest Pro Bodybuilding Show Preview
The 2023 Legion Sports Fest is one of the larger pro bodybuilding shows of the 2023 season, and it will be held in Reno, NV, on Saturday, Oct. 7, 2023. This show represents the final opportunity for many ... Continue Reading
Buying a Used Vs. New Treadmill — Here’s How to Know Which to Buy for Your Home Gym
Purchasing a treadmill is a long-term investment in your cardio workouts and overall fitness goals. If all goes to plan, you’ll find yourself interacting with that trusted piece of hardware several times ... Continue Reading
2023 Korea AGP Pro Men’s Physique Show Preview
The 2023 Korea AGP Pro Men’s Physique show will be held on Sunday, Oct. 8, 2023, in Gyeonggi State, South Korea. As of Oct. 5, 2023, 12 athletes were on the roster to compete for one of the final remaining ... Continue Reading
2023 Southern Muscle Pro Bikini Division Show Preview
The 2023 Southern Muscle Pro Bikini division show is scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 7, 2023, in Dalton, GA. Thirteen IFBB Pro League competitors representing four different nations will take the stage, ... Continue Reading
2023 Musclecontest International Recife Pro Classic Physique Show Preview
There are three qualifying spots for the 2023 Classic Physique Olympia available on the weekend of Oct. 6-8, 2023. One of those spots will go to the winner of the 2023 Musclecontest International ... Continue Reading
The Best Foods High in Magnesium for More Energy in the Gym
Choosing what foods make up your diet directly impacts your overall health. As a fitness enthusiast, you may hit your macros daily and aim to get enough protein to reach your goals. But beyond ... Continue Reading
Reebok Announces Apparel Collection Collaboration with Active Lifestyle Brand Spyder
On Oct. 5, 2023, Reebok announced their limited edition footwear and apparel collection collaboration with outdoor and active lifestyle brand Spyder. Per Reebok's press release, "The capsule leverages ... Continue Reading
Rahmat Erwin Abdullah (73KG) Sets 201KG Clean & Jerk World Record at 19th Asian Games
Less than a month after his silver-medal performance at the 2023 World Weightlifting Championships, 73-kilogram Rahmat Erwin Abdullah of Indonesia has set his latest world record. Abdullah, who competed at ... Continue Reading
Chris Bumstead’s Sub-3,000-Calorie Diet 6 Weeks Out From the 2023 Olympia
As a pro-competition nears, bodybuilders cut their calorie intake and increase cardio to drop body fat while improving their conditioning and muscle definition. On Oct. 1, 2023, the four-time reigning ... Continue Reading