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Betty Aborah (63KG) Sets Unofficial IPF Raw Junior Deadlift Record with 228 Kilograms

Dutch Junior powerlifter Betty Aborah has been in action on the platform, taking part in the Koninklijke Nederlandse Krachtsport en Fitnessbond (KNKF) Dutch Junior Nationals on May 12, 2024. She ... Continue Reading

Karen Thrige Andersen (84KG) Breaks IPF Equipped Squat World Record With 279 Kilograms

Danish lifter Karen Thrige Andersen is relatively new to the sport of powerlifting, having started her journey in 2021. Yet, she is already mounting a significant challenge at the international level. ... Continue Reading

2024 EPF European Equipped Powerlifting Championships Results

The European Powerlifting Federation (EPF) held its 2024 European Equipped Powerlifting Championships in Hamm, Luxembourg, from May 10-12, 2024, and Team Ukraine dominated. Ukraine collected ... Continue Reading

Zuzanna Kula (57KG) Breaks IPF Equipped Bench Press Record with 166 Kilograms

Lightweight Polish powerlifter Zuzanna Kula has been back in action, breaking even more records. On May 10, she competed at the European Powerlifting Federation (EPF) European Equipped ... Continue Reading

Strongman Mitchell Hooper Takes on IFBB Pro Taylor Learmont’s Off-Season Workout

2023 World’s Strongest Man (WSM) champ Mitchell Hooper teamed with 2023 Fitness Olympia silver medalist Taylor Learmont to tackle her high-volume off-season chest and arms workout routine. The Fitness ... Continue Reading

2024 Pittsburgh Pro Bodybuilding Show Results

The 2024 Pittsburgh Pro was held on May 10-11, 2024, at the Wyndham Grand Downtown Hotel in Pittsburgh, PA. The show is promoted by IFBB Pro League president Jim Manion. It features six IFBB Pro ... Continue Reading

2024 Kokeny Classic Pro Bodybuilding Show Results

Four IFBB Pro League shows were held in four different countries on the weekend of May 11-12, 2024. One was the Kokeny Classic Pro show in Budapest, Hungary, featuring the Classic Physique, Figure, and ... Continue Reading

2024 Kim Junho Classic Pro Bodybuilding Show Results

The 2024 Kim Junho Classic Pro occurred on Sunday, May 12, 2024, in Seoul, South Korea. This event featured two IFBB Pro League divisions, Classic Physique and Men’s Physique, and the contests ... Continue Reading

2024 California Supplements Pro Bodybuilding Show Results

The 2024 California Supplements Pro bodybuilding show occurred on Sunday, May 12, 2024, in Alicante, Spain. This event featured IFBB Pro League Classic Physique and Wellness division contests ... Continue Reading

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Should You Have a Protein Shake Before Bed? Here’s What RDs and Sports Dietitians Say

If you tend to get your protein in powder form, you may wonder when’s the best time to have a protein shake: first thing in the morning, pre- or post-workout, or before bed? While new research has shown us ... Continue Reading

Olivia Reeves Reddit AMA

2024 Olympian Olivia Reeves “Doesn’t Think About Calories,” Trains Weightlifting Only 4X Per Week

In just about 90 days, freshman Olympian Olivia Reeves will take to the stage during the Women’s 71-kilogram weightlifting event at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games. The clock may be winding down, but Reeves — ... Continue Reading

Nick Walker’s Leg Day a Fortnight From the 2024 New York Pro

2021 Arnold Classic champion Nick Walker is dedicating himself to a strong comeback in 2024 to compensate for his missed opportunity at the 2023 Olympia due to a hamstring ... Continue Reading

Peloton Bike Review

Peloton Bike Review 2025: A Trainer Put this Popular Bike to the Test

When you think of an at-home stationary bike in today’s fitness landscape, odds are that the Peloton Bike immediately comes to mind. However, in the realm of the best exercise bikes, the competition has ... Continue Reading

Best Compact Rowing Machines

The 8 Best Compact Rowing Machines in 2025, Tested by Our Experts

While the best rowing machines can be excellent additions to any home gym, the reality is that not everyone has enough space to house these pieces of equipment. The best compact rowing machines, on the ... Continue Reading

Understanding Hany Rambod’s Glutes and Hamstrings Training Tips For Junior Bodybuilder Georgia Daniels

Competitive bodybuilding success hinges on showcasing a perfectly sculpted physique with exceptional muscle development. Athletes prioritize fine-tuning their physiques via targeted training in the lead-up ... Continue Reading

Apply Dana Linn Bailey’s Hypertrophy Glute Workout Updates to Your Programming

Strongly developed glutes can enhance one's hip-to-waist ratio, bestowing female bodybuilders the coveted hourglass figure. 2013 Women’s Physique Olympia champion Dana Linn ... Continue Reading

Half Squats Better Than Full Squats Op-Ed

Opinion: Half Squats Are Better Than Full Squats (If You’re an Athlete)

When Thanos told Iron Man they were both “cursed with knowledge” in 2018’s Avengers: Infinity War, you probably didn’t think their exchange also applied to you. Most people’s fitness journeys — including ... Continue Reading

The TrueForm Trainer Treadmill.

TrueForm Trainer Treadmill Review (2025): Your Ticket To Better Running Form

If you’ve been eyeballing the curves on the best treadmill at your local CrossFit box, it’s time to take a close look at the TrueForm Trainer Treadmill, one of our favorite curved treadmills. Since the ... Continue Reading

Our tester on one of the Best Foldable Rowing Machines.

The 7 Best Foldable Rowing Machines of 2025, Tested and Selected by Our Certified Pros

After you decide that bringing home one of the best rowing machines can deliver the total-body burn you’ve been craving, just one question remains: “Where the heck am I going to put this thing?” Well, ... Continue Reading

Looking at one of the Best Ellipticals for Short People.

The 7 Best Ellipticals for Short People of 2025, Tested and Handpicked by Our Experts

Whether it’s a new pair of pants or a new elliptical, finding the right fit can be tough for fun-sized folks. According to the Center for Disease Control, the average height of males and females in the ... Continue Reading

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How to Do the Reverse Flye, Plus Variations & Alternatives From a CPT

So many of my clients want to do all the pushing exercises, all the time. Think, benching and overhead pressing. And while there’s certainly nothing wrong with that (I think we’re all guilty of that here ... Continue Reading

Our tester on one of the Best Air Rowing Machines.

The 6 Best Air Rowing Machines of 2025 (Tried and Tested)

If the thought of running on a treadmill causes phantom pain in your knees and joints — like how my feet scream whenever I think of my teeny-tiny rock-climbing shoes — the best rowing machines can be a ... Continue Reading

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How To Do the French Press Exercise for Bigger, Stronger Triceps

Your triceps are not to be neglected. They are a dominating muscle that makes up over half of your arm mass. There are countless ways to build them up, but only a handful of truly iconic staples. The ... Continue Reading

2024 California Supplement Pro Bodybuilding Show Preview

The 2024 California Supplement Pro will occur on Sunday, May 12, 2024, in Alicante, Spain. This is a 2024 Olympia qualifying event, meaning the winners of the Classic Physique and Wellness division ... Continue Reading

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