The 2023 Musclecontest International Sao Paulo Pro show is set for Saturday, May 20, in Sao Paulo, Brazil. As of May 19, only two bodybuilders are on the roster to compete. Other athletes are eligible ... Continue Reading
2023 Sur Cup Pro Chile Men’s Physique Show Preview
The IFBB Pro League Men’s Physique division will have a lot of attention on the weekend of May 20-21, as three shows take place in two countries. One of them is the 2023 Sur Cup Pro Chile show, scheduled ... Continue Reading
Hunter Labrada Teaches How to Perform the Pec Deck Flye Properly
Men’s Open bodybuilder Hunter Labrada has built a reputation as one of the premier competitors in the world right now. Late last month, Labarda dished the secret to getting the calves to grow. Now, he’s ... Continue Reading
Flex Lewis Coaches Eddie Hall Through a High-Volume Arm Session
At the 2023 World's Strongest Man (WSM) contest in Myrtle Beach, SC, there was a recognizable face (and physique) amongst the media teams adjacent to the competition stages. Seven-time 212 Olympia champion ... Continue Reading
Powerlifter Jamal Browner Demonstrates How to Perform a Proper Conventional Deadlift
Powerlifter Jamal Browner is training for his strongman debut in September, and that includes a heavy focus on conventional deadlifts. Given his performance in the 2022 USPA Pro Raw Championship, when ... Continue Reading
2023 Strongman Classic Events Announced
The 2023 Strongman Classic scheduled for July 8, 2023, at the Royal Albert Hall in London, England, will feature five events to determine which of the 12 competing strongmen will hoist gold above the rest. ... Continue Reading
Arnold Schwarzenegger — Bodybuilding Career, Competition History, and Biography
People around the world have their own thoughts when they hear the name Arnold Schwarzenegger. Most may know him as the star of blockbusters like Conan the Barbarian and The Terminator series. Some may ... Continue Reading
2023 World’s Strongest Nation Captains Revealed
The 2023 World's Strongest Nation (WSN) contest is back. The contest between the USA and the UK will take place on Nov. 18, 2023, in Liverpool, UK. On May 11, 2023, the contest's promoter, Giants Live, ... Continue Reading
How Derek Lunsford’s Chest Day Looks When Coached by Hany Rambod
2021 212 Olympia champion Derek Lunsford has a coaching program, UC-Fit, where he helps bodybuilders with contest prep and body transformations. However, the 2022 Mr. Olympia runner-up ... Continue Reading
Powerlifter John Haack Deadlifts 385 Kilograms (848 Pounds) for a Double in Training
Mutltiple-time world record holder powerlifter and future strongman competitor John Haack has recently been training for both strength sports. On May 15, 2023, Haack posted a video of himself on his ... Continue Reading
16 Weeks Out from Competition — Bodybuilder Keone Pearson’s Full Day of Eating
Returning after an almost three-month absence, bodybuilder Keone “The Prodigy” Pearson published an informative vlog detailing a full day of eating as preps to compete at the 2023 Texas Pro on Aug. 19, ... Continue Reading
The 10 Best Mass Gainers of 2025, Tested by Experts and MD Approved
If you’re trying to pack on muscle, eating thousands of calories of whole foods is no easy task. Just like the best protein powders, a high-calorie mass gainer supplement can help increase your daily ... Continue Reading
Erin Banks to Compete in 2023 Legion Sports Fest Pro Show Before 2023 Olympia
The 2023 Men’s Physique Olympia, taking place on the weekend of Nov. 2-5 in Orlando, FL, will feature 2022 champion Erin Banks defending his title for the first time. His goal is to repeat as ... Continue Reading
The Best Weightlifting Shoes of 2025, Approved by Trainers and Lifters
If you’re serious about making strength gains, it can be useful for athletes to swap out the best cross-training shoes in their closets for a pair of weightlifting shoes. Weightlifting shoes can promote a ... Continue Reading
The 7 Best Non-Stim Pre-Workouts of 2025, Get More Energy without the Caffeine
Many of the best pre-workout supplements pack high doses of caffeine, which may not jive with the diets and training schedules of many athletes. Thankfully, many brands have begun to release caffeine-free ... Continue Reading
Coaching the 2-Time Fittest Man on Earth® (with Adam Neiffer)
Today I'm talking to CrossFit coach, athlete, and affiliate owner Adam Neiffer, who joins The BarBend Podcast for the second time. Adam is perhaps best known today as the coach of two-time reigning Fittest ... Continue Reading
2023 HYROX Hong Kong Results — Tom Hogan Claims Victory, Gabe Heck Penalized In Debut Performance
Tom Hogan of Ireland emerged victorious in the final Elite 15 Qualifier at the HYROX race held in Hong Kong. Highlighting the competition was the impressive performance of U.S. newcomer Gabe Heck, ... Continue Reading
Here Is Men’s Physique Bodybuilder Steven Cao’s 3,040-Calorie Prep Diet
Men’s Physique competitor Steven Cao is prepping for his next pro show: the 2023 Mile High Pro, in Denver, CO, on June 10. Should he win, he will qualify for a return trip to the Olympia stage after his ... Continue Reading
2023 Tropicarium Budapest Pro Men’s Physique and Bikini Division Results
On Sunday, May 14, 2023, Hungary hosted the IFBB Pro League’s 2023 Tropicarium Budapest Pro show. The Bikini and Men’s Physique divisions held Olympia-qualifying contests, and two champions were ... Continue Reading
Savannah Watchman Wins 2023 California Night of Champions Pro Bikini Division Show
The weekend of May 12-14 was a busy one for the IFBB Pro League. Four shows took place over the weekend, including the 2023 California Night of Champions Pro show in San Diego, CA. The Bikini division was ... Continue Reading
Whey vs. Plant Protein: How to Choose the Best Option for You
Figuring out the best protein powder for you can be tricky. In addition to personal factors like taste and texture preference, you’ll likely want to know which type of protein powder is best for your ... Continue Reading
2023 Musclecontest Ireland Pro Classic Physique Results
The 2023 Musclecontest Ireland Pro Classic Physique show was held in Ireland on Saturday, May 13. German Pastor was crowned champion. Pastor qualified to compete in the 2023 Classic Physique Olympia on the ... Continue Reading
2023 Pittsburgh Pro Bodybuilding Show Results
The 2023 Pittsburgh Pro took place on the weekend of May 12-13 at the Wyndham Grand Downtown Hotel in Pittsburgh, PA. The fans in attendance were joined by some of the biggest stars in the sport. Among ... Continue Reading
The Best Chest and Triceps Workout, Scaled for Every Experience Level
When you think of organizing yourself a body part split, your chest and triceps seem to just…fit. They’re so inseparable that many of the most popular splits will inevitably have you train them ... Continue Reading