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Ivan Makarov Hits a 476-Kilogram (1,049.4-Pound) Equipped Deadlift Double PR In Training

Strongman Ivan Makarov is one of the main contenders to eclipse Hafthor Björnsson's all-time heaviest deadlift of 501 kilograms (1,104.5 pounds). Makarov routinely pulls over 1,000 pounds in training ... Continue Reading

12 Best Cold Plunge Tubs of 2024, Tested and Expert-Reviewed

People have been using cold water immersion for centuries, as it's been said to promote speedy muscle recovery, mental health benefits, and increased energy, thanks to the waves of norepinephrine your body ... Continue Reading

Noah Ohlsen’s Full Day of Eating During 2023 CrossFit Games Prep

Noah Ohlsen qualified for his 10th consecutive CrossFit Games by finishing seventh at the 2023 North America East Semifinal. Ohlsen started his Games prep and is eyeing a podium finish at the 17th edition ... Continue Reading

The 5 Best Folding Squat Racks for Compact Home Gyms (2024)

If you’re building out that perfect garage gym, a good place to start is with a durable, versatile squat rack. As essential as they are, it’s hard to ignore their massive footprint. Thankfully, ... Continue Reading

2023 Strongman World Open Roster, Events Revealed — Powerlifter Jamal Browner To Make International Contest Debut

The 2023 Strongman Open contest is scheduled for Sept. 2, 2023, at the Cardiff International Arena in Cardiff, Wales. The single-day competition features the 2023 World Deadlift Championships — a ... Continue Reading

Urs Kalecinski Needs to “Lose 26 Pounds of Muscle” to Make Weight for 2023 Classic Physique Olympia

Classic Physique bodybuilder Urs Kalecinski of Germany has added a lot of muscle mass to his frame during the 2023 off-season. However, his progress might be too effective — he’s got too much muscle and is ... Continue Reading

The Best Treadmill Workouts, Regardless of Your Experience Level

Whatever gym you enter, you’re likely to encounter at least a couple of treadmills. There’s a reason why the treadmill is such a dominant piece of cardiovascular training equipment. Athletes who are ... Continue Reading

Oleksii Novikov Will Not Defend His Strongman Classic Title, Trey Mitchell Steps In

The 2023 Strongman Classic is scheduled for July 8 at the Royal Albert Hall in London, England. The initial roster for the competition was stacked with 12 of the top strongmen on the planet. While that ... Continue Reading

10 of the Most Memorable Bodybuilding Comebacks

Everyone loves a good comeback story, and bodybuilding fans have witnessed plenty of them over the decades. The sport has seen multi-time champions return to reclaim their crowns, perennial runner-ups take ... Continue Reading

Derek Lunsford Uses High-Calorie Refeeds to Recover From Leg Training

2022 Mr. Olympia silver medalist Derek Lunsford has a clear objective for the 2023 off-season: add lean muscle tissue to his already impressive X-frame to challenge reigning Mr. Olympia Hadi Choopan for ... Continue Reading

The Mike O’Hearn Show: Clark Bartram Returns to Discusses Peptides and Testosterone

The Mike O’Hearn Show continues to broach challenging subjects. In the latest episode published to Generation Iron's YouTube channel on June 23, 2023, the show's namesake sat across from return guest, ... Continue Reading

The 10 Best Greens Powders of 2024, Tested, Chosen, and Approved by a Dietitian

Getting enough fruits and vegetables daily can be tough, especially if you’re a picky eater or have a busy schedule. The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend that adults consume 1.5 to 2 cups of ... Continue Reading

The Best Battles From the 2023 IPF World Classic Championships

The International Powerlifting Federation (IPF) 2023 World Classic Championships in Valetta, Malta, showcased some of the best raw powerlifting the world has ever seen. World records fell in ... Continue Reading

How Much Does a Barbell Weigh?

An average conversation between strength sports enthusiasts often includes questions about numbers: How much do you bench? What’s your one-rep max with the clean & jerk? Answering those questions isn’t ... Continue Reading

2023 IPF World Classic Championships Results

The 2023 International Powerlifting Federation (IPF) World Classic Championships were held in Valetta, Malta, between June 11-18, 2023. There were seven long days of competition, and open ... Continue Reading

How Bikini Bodybuilder Daraja Weidemoyer Builds Her Glutes

IFBB Bikini competitor Daraja Weidemoyer is prepping with “Team Pro Physique” owner and head coach Paul Revelia for her return to the Olympia stage in 2023. Weidemoyer has competed at the Olympia on three ... Continue Reading

Jeremy Buendia Relays 5 Tips To Young Bodybuilders

With family life and legacy on the brain, professional bodybuilder Jeremy Buendia thinks about what changes he may have made as a young buck. The four-time Men’s Physique Olympia champion ... Continue Reading

Tough Science of Tracking Strength (with Chris Chapman)

Today I’m talking to Chris Chapman, Senior Sport Scientist at Whoop. He is also the Lead Strength & Conditioning Coach of the Big Air & Slopestyle Ski Team for Freestyle Canada. Chris is certified ... Continue Reading

The 6 Best Mini Massage Guns of 2024

Mini massage guns work just like their larger counterparts by delivering a percussive massage to muscles and soft tissue. While mini massage guns tend to be less powerful than full-size massage guns, they ... Continue Reading

Inderraj Singh Dhillon (120KG) Sets IPF World Record Raw Deadlift of 386 Kilograms at 2023 IPF World Classic Championships

Great Britain's Inderraj Singh Dhillon altered history in the 120-kilogram category at the 2023 IPF World Classic Powerlifting Championships, which concluded on June 18, 2023, in St. Julian's Malta. ... Continue Reading