When you’re nicknamed “The Gift,” chances are you’re going to ruffle a few feathers. But bodybuilder Phil Heath backed up his boisterous moniker with real results, winning seven consecutive Mr. Olympia ... Continue Reading
When Is the Best Time to Drink a Protein Shake?
Across strength sports, athletes have all different approaches to nutrition. But one common unifier? Protein — and a lot of it. No matter your goals on the lifting platform, you probably have a love affair ... Continue Reading
Ativafit Adjustable Dumbbells Review
Adjustable dumbbells save you money and space compared to purchasing a full set of traditional dumbbells while still providing the same utility. While there isn’t a shortage of options on the market, the ... Continue Reading
The Best Supplements for Muscle Growth, Tested and Approved by Experts
Supplements can provide an assist for those looking to pack on some muscle. However, the number of supplements designed to help you earn that jacked physique goes well beyond the best protein powders. The ... Continue Reading
Reebok Nano X3 Training Shoes to Release on July 14, 2023; Madison Travel Fund Program Announced
On July 7, 2023, Reebok announced the latest installment of its Nano Adventure series — the Nano X3 Adventure Training Shoes. The latest edition of Reebok's training shoes furthers the Nano X3 technology ... Continue Reading
2023 Mr. Big Evolution Pro Bodybuilding Show Preview
On Sunday, July 9, 2023, athletes from nine IFBB Pro League divisions will compete in the 2023 Mr. Big Evolution Pro show in Estoril, Portugal. This show is one of the biggest IFBB Pro League events in ... Continue Reading
How to Do the Smith Machine Deadlift for Strength, Skill, and Muscle
The Smith machine deadlift is one of the best-kept secrets in weight training. Although it may look and feel different than your normal deadlift, building strength, skill, and muscle are right at your ... Continue Reading
2023 Republic of Texas Pro Preview
The 2023 Republic of Texas Pro bodybuilding show takes place on Saturday, July 8, 2023, in Austin, TX. The show includes contests for Men’s Physique, Bikini, and Wellness divisions, with winners earning ... Continue Reading
Chris Bumstead Shares His 10 Staple Exercises for Hypertrophy
Most bodybuilders frequently vary their exercises when training for hypertrophy and balanced growth, depending on their specific goals, the time allotted to reach those goals, and their current training ... Continue Reading
2023 Musclecontest Patriots Challenge Pro Bikini Division Preview
The 2023 IFBB Pro League Musclecontest Patriots Challenge Pro show will take place on Saturday, July 8, 2023, in Las Vegas, NV. Fifteen competitors will face the judges with hopes of winning the contest ... Continue Reading
12 Fitness Tips to Start Your Journey Right
Starting anything new can be scary, especially when you feel like unknowns exist around every corner. Luckily, fitness doesn’t have to be the metaphorical monster under the bed for first-time fitness ... Continue Reading
Do the Seated Chest Flye for Stable and Consistent Pec Gains
If you asked someone what their favorite chest-crafting exercise is, they’ll probably be inclined to point you to any number of pushing or pressing exercises that necessitate the use of either a barbell, a ... Continue Reading
Dr. Layne Norton Explains Improved Disinhibitions When Taking Diet Breaks
Dr. Layne Norton has been delving into a ton of research and relaying his findings on how to eat for improved body composition and the research behind training to failure. His latest YouTube video breaks ... Continue Reading
2023 Musclecontest International Brazil Pro Preview
The 2023 Musclecontest International Brazil Pro show is scheduled for Friday, July 7, in Curitiba, Brazil. IFBB Pro League Men’s Physique and Women’s Physique divisions will hold contests to determine the ... Continue Reading
Former World’s Strongest Man Don Reinhoudt Has Died at Age 78
The 1979 World's Strongest Man (WSM) champion Don Reinhoudt has passed away at age 78. According to NY state police, Reinhoudt was involved in a single-vehicle crash in the town of Pomfret in Chautauqua ... Continue Reading
The 6 Exercises Bikini Bodybuilder Erin Stern Uses to Build Her Back
“Bodybuilding shows are won from the back” is an adage most bodybuilding enthusiasts are familiar with. This expression rings true across all divisions — Men’s Open, Classic Physique, Women’s Open, and ... Continue Reading
Jesus Olivares (+120KG) Squats a Massive 370 Kilograms (815 Pounds) Raw For Five Reps In Training
Elite super heavyweight powerlifter Jesus Olivares is not taking time away from the gym after winning the 2023 International Powerlifting Federation (IPF) World Classic Championships in Malta — ... Continue Reading
WHOOP Announces New Groundbreaking Strength Trainer Feature
The wearable technology company WHOOP has announced its latest feature — Strength Trainer — to improve consumers’ ability to measure their training progress. The WHOOP Strength Trainer is the "first ... Continue Reading
The Best Cardio Workouts at Home to Boost Your Fitness Without a Treadmill
Cardiovascular exercise will generally work your entire body. But it’s also going to emphasize an oft-overlooked and incredibly important muscle: your heart. Let’s face it — if you’re a heavy lifter, ... Continue Reading
The 8 Best Lifting Straps For Better Grip (2024)
At first glance, lifting straps are fairly simple tools; they’re thin strips of cotton or nylon that connect your wrists to a barbell to help you hold on to heavier weight for longer periods of ... Continue Reading
Hybrid Athlete Fergus Crawley Establishes a 500-Pound Raw Deadlift and Runs 5K in Under 20 Minutes
Strength and endurance athlete Fergus Crawley is known for his distinctive physical challenges. In the past, he ran a marathon and a half after posting a 600-kilogram powerlifting total, a sub-12 hour ... Continue Reading
Maxime Boudreault Explains Proper Yoke Technique
Maxime Boudreault has been absent from competitive strongman competition while recovering from a broken shin. However, he has since returned to training and is expected to make his first competitive ... Continue Reading
Jamal Browner Deadlifts 410-Kilogram Quadruple In Training
Former all-time raw deadlift world record holder in the 110-kilogram class Jamal Browner can no doubt pull heavy. In preparation for his competitive strongman debut at the 2023 Strongman World Open, ... Continue Reading
7 Exercises Jeff Nippard Uses to Build His Chest, Shoulders, and Triceps
The push, pull, legs (PPL) training split is often used by lifters who prefer training multiple muscle groups on a single day. Push days comprise training the chest, shoulders, and triceps, while the pull ... Continue Reading