Stripped to its foundation, the deadlift is as straightforward an exercise that exists. Simply approach the bar and pick it up off the floor. This lack of flash doesn’t make the deadlift any less ... Continue Reading
How Brandon Hendrickson Trains His Back to Reclaim the Men’s Physique Olympia Title
Brandon Hendrickson is a three-time Men’s Physique Olympia champion (2018, 2020-21). However, in search for a fourth title, he was upset in 2022 by Erin Banks. Hendrickson, who holds a lifetime invite ... Continue Reading
How to Make Yourself a DIY Cold Plunge
If you’ve ever taken an uninhibited dive into a pool full of cold water, you’re aware that your brain registers the rapid dip of your skin’s temperature as an unwelcome shock to its system. While your body ... Continue Reading
REP Fitness Colorado Bar Review
A high-caliber barbell is a staple of any home gym, and the REP Fitness Colorado Bar could be the only one you need. Since it’s a multi-use bar, the Colorado has traits you’ll find with both powerlifting ... Continue Reading
The 10 Best Fiber Supplements of 2026
Only five percent of Americans consume enough fiber — that's a major shortfall, but we get it. (1) If you often find yourself forgetting to eat your veggies, fruits, or whole grains, or maybe you're ... Continue Reading
2023 Masters Olympia Bodybuilding Show Preview
For the first time since 2012, the IFBB Pro League will have a Masters Olympia competition. The 2023 Masters Olympia will be held on the weekend of Aug. 26-27, 2023, in Cluj, Romania. This competition is ... Continue Reading
Dr. Layne Norton Details Research Showing Collagen Protein Does Not Promote Muscle Connective Protein Synthesis
When collagen protein first hit the market as a product athletes and gym-goers alike could get their hands on, Dr. Layne Norton was skeptical of its efficacy. According to the American Journal of Clinical ... Continue Reading
Tia-Clair Toomey — The Training Style, Competition History, and Biography of CrossFit’s Winningest Individual Athlete
CrossFit isn’t a very old sport. The first CrossFit Games in 2007 had more in common with an athletes’ getaway weekend (complete with a barbeque) than the televised, sponsorship-filled week that it has ... Continue Reading
Breon Ansley’s 5 Go-to Back Exercises While Prepping for the 2023 Olympia
Two-time Classic Physique Olympia champion Breon Ansley left the Classic Physique division after a fourth-place finish at the 2022 Olympia, announcing a move to the 212 division. However, the IFBB Pro ... Continue Reading
The Best Ab Wheel Workouts You Can Do at Any Experience Level
If you’re working on your six-pack, you probably know that nutrition plays a significant role. But for building those core muscles, the ab wheel is a powerful piece of equipment. You’ll work your entire ... Continue Reading
Former Bodybuilder Calum von Moger Opens Up About Mental Health Struggles During Interview With Zack Telander
If you followed bodybuilding online in the second half of the 2010s, you know who Calum von Moger is. The Australian-born bodybuilder-turned-actor-turned-influencer soared to the top of fitness pop culture ... Continue Reading
Dana Linn Bailey and Jay Cutler’s Back and Biceps Workout
2013 Women’s Physique Olympia Champion Dana Linn Bailey recently caught up with four-time Mr. Olympia Jay Cutler, leaving a great impression on her. On Aug. 17, 2023, Bailey published a video on her ... Continue Reading
How to Bench Press: Form, Benefits, Sets and Reps, and More
The barbell bench press may be one of the most recognized exercises in the fitness sphere. From elite powerlifters like Julius Maddox to your uncle (who swears he put up 405 in high school, man), everyone ... Continue Reading
How Long Does Pre-Workout Last?
If you’re hoping to take your gains to the next level you may already know that the best pre-workout supplements can provide a reliable kick in the pants. Pre-workouts are generally a mix of caffeine, ... Continue Reading
How to Understand the Weightlifter’s Mindset (with Dr. A’Naja Newsome)
Dr. A'Naja Newsome, PhD is an educator, weightlifter, and weightlifting coach, and she has studied sports science and athlete psychology both inside and outside the gym. In this episode, we talk about ... Continue Reading
How Hypertrophy Coach Joe Bennett Programs Brett Wilkin’s Arm Training
After qualifying for the 2023 Olympia, Men’s Open bodybuilder Brett Wilkin joined forces with coach Joe Bennett to build a Sandow-trophy-worthy physique. Wilkin is training with Bennett to build Wilkin's ... Continue Reading
What Are the Side Effects of Pre-Workout?
You’re at the gym on an upper body day feeling energized and dialed in from taking your pre-workout supplement. Suddenly, something feels a little off in your body and you need to take a break. If you’ve ... Continue Reading
Eat When You Lift — Dr. Layne Norton Breaks Down New Study on Training While Fasting
Dr. Layne Norton return to his YouTube channel on Aug. 16, 2023, to break down a 2023 study from the International Journal of Sports Physiology and Performance that covered how fasting ... Continue Reading
John Tsikouris and Mike O’Hearn On How Peptides Affect Health and Recovery
Most athletes and serious lifters will likely contend with at least one injury during their careers. Rest, ice, compression, and elevation (RICE) are popular for soft tissue injuries and inflammation ... Continue Reading
The Mediterranean Diet: Is It Right for You?
There may not be a single diet that’s best for everyone, but if the most common diets had to go head-to-head, the Mediterranean Diet would be a top contender. Year after year, the U.S. News and World ... Continue Reading
Andrew Jacked Wins 2023 Texas Pro Bodybuilding Show
On the weekend of Aug. 18-19, 2023, athletes from eight IFBB Pro League divisions gathered for the 2023 Texas Pro in Arlington, TX, to compete for titles and the 2023 Olympia qualifications. The fans in ... Continue Reading
2023 Shaw Classic Results — Brian Shaw Is the Strongest Man on Earth
Brian Shaw ended his competitive strongman career as the Strongest Man on Earth®. Shaw was both promoter and competitor in the 2023 Shaw Classic, which took place on Aug. 19-20, 2023 in Loveland, CO. He ... Continue Reading
The Best Back and Shoulder Workout: Muscle-Building For Every Experience Level
Pairing a larger muscle group with a smaller one is the salt and pepper of strength training. Although you could go for a more traditional split with the back and biceps workout, training your back and ... Continue Reading
These Are the 10 Best Compound Exercises You Can Do. So Why Aren’t You Doing Them?
The clock is ticking. You have, what, 45 minutes to work out? It’s not a lot, but you have to play the hand you’re dealt. On the treadmill (can’t skip your warm-up, no matter what), you consider how to ... Continue Reading