For strength athletes, running is about more than catching your bus or just generally getting from point A to point B faster. When you’re in the market for an effective form of cardiovascular training to ... Continue Reading
The Rock’s Arm Workout: How to Do It, + Tips for Gaining Muscle
If you’re active on social media or happen to have been to a movie theater in the last, oh, decade or so, you can probably smell what the Rock is cooking. Former WWE superstar turned Hollywood action hero ... Continue Reading
These Are the Best Muscle Group Combinations to Work Out Together
Some things just belong together: peanut butter & jelly, chicken and rice, milk and cookies and, when it comes to your workout routine, certain muscle groups. Most strength training workouts are ... Continue Reading
Future App Review (2025): Personal Training for the Stay-At-Home Athlete
Research has shown that working with a personal trainer can not only help break down barriers to exercise, but may also help change one’s overall attitude about fitness. (1) Of course, not everyone has the ... Continue Reading
30-Minute Gains — Jeremy Ethier Explains Science For Improved Training Efficiency
Many gym-goers might believe high-volume workouts are the only way to build muscle mass and strength. While sufficient training volume to near failure can be beneficial for hypertrophy, high-volume ... Continue Reading
2023 Romania Muscle Fest Pro Preview
One of the bodybuilding traditions following the Olympia Weekend is the Romania Muscle Fest Pro. The 2023 edition of that contest is set for the weekend of Nov. 11-12 in Bucharest, Romania. Athletes in ... Continue Reading
The 7 Best Weight Loss Programs for Women of 2025 (Experts Weigh In)
It’s true for both men and women that weight loss happens in a caloric deficit, whether it’s through nutrition or exercise. Research has shown that basic weight loss strategies don’t differ that much ... Continue Reading
How to Build a Powerlifting Home Gym
You get to your commercial gym, and all you want to do is squat. But — lo and behold — there’s someone already using the squat rack. And to make matters worse, they’re not even using it to do back squats ... Continue Reading
The Best Treadmills for Heavy People of 2025, Chosen by Fitness Experts
For athletes with larger bodies, it can be difficult to find home gym equipment that can support a wider range of weights. Thankfully, the best treadmills can accommodate many sizes, with plenty showcasing ... Continue Reading
The 6 Best Probiotics for Men of 2025
Your gut microbiome consists of trillions of living (yes, living) bacteria called probiotics. These microorganisms are vital to your immune and digestive systems, and can even influence your mood and ... Continue Reading
Expert Tested: The 10 Best Cushioned Treadmills of 2025
If you’re looking to elevate your home gym setup, stocking it with one of the best treadmills on the market can be great for laying the foundation for performance. Hitting the deck for miles and miles can ... Continue Reading
Best Black Friday & Cyber Monday Dumbbell Deals (2024)
Dumbbells allow you to fit a rack’s worth of dumbbells in your home gym without taking up a ton of space. And while a pair of the best dumbbells is often cheaper than buying half a dozen plates, a rack, ... Continue Reading
2023 Musclecontest International Fit Pira Pro Preview
The bodybuilding world has just celebrated its sport at the 2023 Olympia Weekend in Orlando, FL. Still, the season continues with eyes toward 2024, and that journey includes the 2023 Musclecontest ... Continue Reading
Can You Use the Placebo Effect for Better Muscle & Strength Gains?
Forget your lifting belt; your mind might just be the most potent tool you have at your disposal to help you perform better in the gym. In a Nov. 8, 2023 YouTube video, exercise science researcher, coach, ... Continue Reading
Is Too Much Protein Powder Bad for You?
After a tough workout, there’s nothing like drinking a quick protein shake to start your muscle recovery. When you have a high protein intake goal, you always strive to consume enough food to reach it. ... Continue Reading
2024 WRPF Drug Tested Battle 618 Results
The 2024 World Raw Powerlifting Federation (WRPF) Drug Tested Battle 618 occurred on Nov. 5, 2023, in Illinois. The contest, hosted by Rise Performance, featured 18 divisions across the Junior, Masters, ... Continue Reading
The 8 Best Commercial Treadmills of 2025, Tested by Experts
The best treadmills are designed to withstand constant use, whether it’s by the members of a commercial gym, the residents of an apartment complex, or a single household brimming with marathon ... Continue Reading
Larry Wheels Gained 53 Pounds In 5 Days After 2023 Amateur Olympia
After winning his debut Classic Physique bodybuilding show at the 2023 NPC Ultimate Warriors, Larry Wheels narrowly missed winning a coveted IFBB Pro Card at the 2023 Amateur Olympia on Nov. 1, 2023. He ... Continue Reading
Recumbent Bikes Vs. Upright Bikes — Which Is Best for Your Goals?
Starting a new workout program is often exciting. You’ve got a new goal, and you’re motivated to reach it. After a while, the motivation may wear off, and it takes consistency to keep going. One way to ... Continue Reading
Does More Volume Equal More Gains?
On Nov. 2, 2023, natural bodybuilder, powerlifter, and coach Dr. Layne Norton published a video on his YouTube channel wherein he broke down the findings of an October 2023 study published in Medicine ... Continue Reading
Andrew Hause (140KG) Raw Squats 30 Pounds Over World Record In Training
The 2023 The Shack Compound Showdown is a two-day powerlifting meet scheduled for Nov. 11-12, 2023. It features a $9,200 prize pool up for grabs at Bowles Body Performance in Thomasville, NC. One of the ... Continue Reading
How to Watch the 2023 Magnús Ver Magnusson Strongman Classic
The third edition of the Magnús Ver Magnusson Strongman Classic (MVMSC) is set for Nov. 10-12, 2023, in Reykjavik, Iceland — the home country of the contest's namesake. Four-time World's Strongest Man ... Continue Reading
10 Benefits of a Sauna After a Workout That Will Revolutionize Your Recovery Strategy
The sauna in your gym locker room is much more than just a quiet place to chill out. It’s not just about the silence (though that will undoubtedly be attractive to many athletes juggling a loud gym with a ... Continue Reading
Larry Wheels’ Lost Eight Pounds During Peak Week For His Classic Physique Amateur Olympia Debut in 2023
Powerlifter, strongman, arm wrestler, and now bodybuilder Larry Wheels made his Classic Physique debut with a win at the NCPC Ultimate Warriors. A few days later, that momentum carried ... Continue Reading