It's hard enough to possess elite strength, speed, or endurance. CrossFitters need to build up to all of these traits and then maintain them for the duration of their entire careers — which can span over a ... Continue Reading
5 of the Best CrossFit Moments in 2022
In a sport where intensity and mystery are par for the course, it isn't easy to hone in on a handful of exciting moments. However, the sport of CrossFit in 2022 saw enough loaded barbells, organizational ... Continue Reading
How to Do the Diamond Push-Up for Bigger Triceps and a Stronger Lockout
The diamond push-up is a very popular variation — and not just because its name suggests riches in gains. It may be a basic calisthenics exercise on the surface, but chip away at it and you’ll see that ... Continue Reading
Eddie Hall and Brian Shaw Recreate Shaw’s Former 12,000-Calorie Diet Grocery Haul
During four-time World Strongest Man (WSM) champion Brian Shaw's battles on strongman's grandest stage in the early-mid 20-teens when he traded the WSM title back and forth with Žydrūnas Savickas, his diet ... Continue Reading
Dumbbell Flyes vs. Cable Flyes — Which Is Better for Your Needs in the Gym?
Building your chest takes more than the bench press. If you’re in the midst of crafting a picture-perfect workout routine, you’re probably going to make a pit stop at the pecs at some point. Plug in your ... Continue Reading
How to Do Lunges: Proper Form & Variations
The lunge — arguably one of the best leg exercises you can do in the gym — builds leg muscle, strength, and coordination. Few movements are as adaptable and easy to program or perform. There are many ... Continue Reading
Social Power of Adaptive Athletics (with Jedidiah Snelson)
Today I'm talking to Jedidiah Snelson, a former Pro Motocross racer and trainer to action sports athletes. When it comes to sports like motocross and CrossFit, Jedidiah says the training can be very ... Continue Reading
Your Complete Guide to Bodyweight Training
The first image that comes to mind when you think about getting stronger may well be of barbells and going hard in the squat rack. That’s certainly one way to do it. You can also get absurdly strong with ... Continue Reading
What Happens if You Don’t Eat Vegetables?
In all likelihood, you spent your childhood being told — in no uncertain terms — to eat your broccoli and spinach. Whether you grew up hating them or just don’t feel like you have enough time to work them ... Continue Reading
2022 America’s Strongest Man and Strongest Woman Results — Bobby Thompson and Victoria Long Victorious
Las Vegas, NV, was the eye of the storm for strength sports on Dec. 16-17, 2022. Not only was the 2022 Olympia weekend crowning a new Mr. Olympia in Hadi Choopan, but the 2022 America's Strongest Man (ASM) ... Continue Reading
Here’s How Much Money Was Won at the 2022 Olympia
The 2022 Olympia weekend in Las Vegas, NV, on Dec. 16-18, 2022, was a lucrative event for the new Mr. Olympia, Hadi Choopan. He won a whopping $400,000 grand prize for winning the most significant title in ... Continue Reading
International Weightlifting Federation Announces Results of Athletes’ Commission Elections
The structure of weightlifting's governance has changed. On Dec. 16, 2022, the International Weightlifting Federation (IWF) released a presser detailing the results of its historic Athletes' Commission ... Continue Reading
2022 Mr. Olympia Results — Complete Official Scorecards
The 2022 Olympia weekend in Las Vegas, NV, held from Dec. 16-18, 2022, has come to a close. The weekend was filled with expectations coming to fruition, such as six-time Figure Olympia champion Cydney ... Continue Reading
2022 Mr. Olympia Results — Live Updates & Coverage
Editor's Note: The 2023 Olympia is underway. Tune into BarBend's 2023 Mr. Olympia results page for complete coverage and live results. The 58th edition of the famed Mr. Olympia bodybuilding show, ... Continue Reading
Chris Bumstead Wins 2022 Classic Physique Olympia, His Fourth Consecutive Title
After pre-judging at the 2022 Classic Physique Olympia opening round on Dec. 17, 2022, three-time champion Chris Bumstead and Ramon Rocha Queiroz were the last men standing facing head judge Steve ... Continue Reading
Hadi Choopan Is the 2022 Mr. Olympia Champion
The Sandow Trophy represents a legacy in bodybuilding. The reigning Mr. Olympia holds that trophy high and proclaims himself the world champion of the Men’s Open division, the best of the best, and then ... Continue Reading
Maureen Blanquisco Wins 2022 Bikini Olympia
As the 2022 Bikini Olympia approached, a lot of buzz had circulated around the four champions of the division — 2021 winner Jennifer Dorie, 2020 champion Janet Layug, 2019 titleholder Elisa Pecini, and ... Continue Reading
Erin Banks Wins 2022 Men’s Physique Olympia
The biggest lineup in Olympia history was the 2022 Men’s Physique Olympia lineup. Sixty-eight men posed for judges and fans in Las Vegas, NV for the world championship of their division. Three-time winner ... Continue Reading
Harold Kelley Wins 2022 Wheelchair Olympia, Scores His Fifth Consecutive Title
The second day of the 2022 Olympia on Saturday, Dec. 17, 2022, saw the first division crown a champion. In the Wheelchair division, the reigning champ emerged victorious. Harold "King Kong" Kelley scored ... Continue Reading
2022 Bikini Olympia Pre-Judging Report
One of the most competitive divisions at the 2022 Olympia is the Bikini contest. Four past champions, Jennifer Dorie, Janet Layug, Elisa Pecini, and Ashley Kaltwasser, all wanted to add another trophy to ... Continue Reading
2022 Classic Physique Olympia Pre-Judging Report
The 2022 Olympia weekend has already been one for the history books. The Venetian Expo Center in Las Vegas was buzzing in anticipation for the Saturday morning pre-judging contests on Saturday, December ... Continue Reading
2022 Men’s Physique Olympia Pre-Judging Report
The 2022 Olympia weekend continued with pre-judging on the morning of Saturday, Dec. 17, 2022. The Men's Physique division saw a staggering 68 competitors take the stage for the eyes of the judges — it was ... Continue Reading
The Best CrossFit Warm-Up to Help You Crush Your Next WOD
CrossFit isn’t easy. The goal is to push yourself harder than you previously thought you could. You’ll be putting your body (and mind) through the gamut of heavy barbell training, intense bodyweight ... Continue Reading
2022 Mr. Olympia Pre-Judging Report
The 58th Mr. Olympia contest was one of the biggest ever, literally: Over 30 men wanted to emerge victorious. However, only two bodybuilders in the lineup — Brandon Curry and Mamdouh “Big Ramy” Elssbiay — ... Continue Reading