The next IFBB Pro League Men’s Open bodybuilding contest will take place at the same location as the 2023 Olympia. The 2023 Orlando Pro is slated for Saturday, July 1, at the Orange County Convention ... Continue Reading
4 Creatine Side Effects You Need to Know About
If you’re heavy into tracking your nutrition to get the most out of your time in the gym, you may have tried or wondered about creatine. Creatine is a naturally occurring amino acid that plays a role in ... Continue Reading
Natalie Laalaai (+84KG) Sets IPF World Record Raw Deadlift of 268 Kilograms at 2023 IPF World Classic Championships
Of all the IPF raw world records toppled at the 2023 IPF World Classic Championships in St. Julian's, Malta, the most contested was the Women's +84-kilogram deadlift. Although ranking in fifth-place ... Continue Reading
The Best Grip Strengtheners in 2024, Expert Tested and Reviewed
Grip strength can be a beneficial attribute for any athlete. Outside of its ability to indicate overall strength, this quality has been linked to your mental health, immune system, and even your risk for ... Continue Reading
Brittany Schlater (+84KG) Sets IPF Raw Total World Record of 693.5 Kilograms at 2023 IPF World Classic Championships
The Women's +84-kilogram category at the 2023 IPF World Classic Championships was one of the two most hotly contested in St Julian's, Malta. Alongside the Men's 74-kilogram class, +84-kilogram athletes ... Continue Reading
Sonita Muluh (+84KG) Sets IPF World Record Raw Squat of 285.5 Kilograms at 2023 IPF World Classic Championships
The never-ending story of IPF world records shattered at the 2023 IPF World Classic Championships in St. Julian's, Malta, continues. The Women's +84-kilogram class was an absolute blockbuster for the ... Continue Reading
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