Ask anyone what to do to get stronger, leaner, and more cardiovascularly fit, and you’re bound to get a handful of different answers. You’ll be told to crush weights (good advice), work on your ... Continue Reading
Ryan Terry Shares the Recipe for His 1,874-Calorie Off-Season Mass-Building Protein Shake
At the 2022 Olympia weekend, Men's Physique competitor Ryan Terry believed he brought the best package of his career to the stage. He packed on significant mass to fill out his silhouette before the lights ... Continue Reading
Strongman Tyler Scott Obringer Axle Presses 425 Pounds
If you have not heard of strongman Tyler Scott Obringer, prepare for a stunning lift from an Open competitor who could make some serious noise in 2023. On Jan. 28, 2023, Obringer took to his Instagram page ... Continue Reading
6 Up-and-Coming CrossFit Athletes to Watch in 2023
There are many under-the-radar CrossFitters around the world who have the potential to break onto the scene in 2023. As the global realm of CrossFit media expands, more and more athletes' stories are told, ... Continue Reading
How to Close-Grip Bench Press to Build Your Triceps and Push Serious Weight
If you told a powerlifter that they could push more weight by benching with a closer grip, they would probably tell you to get lost. They would, of course, be right. The close-grip bench press has an ... Continue Reading
John Haack Locks Out 415-Kilogram (915-Pound) Raw Deadlift PR In a Conventional Stance
When John Haack grips a barbell, the world shakes. On Jan. 30, 2023, the all-time raw world record holder in the deadlift in the 90-kilogram class took to his Instagram page to share a video wherein he ... Continue Reading
How to Build a DIY Squat Rack
Squat racks can be the focal point of a home gym thanks to their versatility. They play a central role in helping you perform a variety of many popular exercises, like squats (as the name suggests), bench ... Continue Reading
Poll: Most Readers Say They Don’t Use Pre-Workout Supplements Before the Gym
Countless gymgoers in need of a jolt of energy typically opt for pre-workout supplements to carry them through their training. These supplements usually include caffeine, combined with other ingredients ... Continue Reading
WWE’s Chad Gable and Otis’ “Karnage Quads” Workout Pummel Sheamus on “Celtic Warrior Workouts”
In episode 118 of YouTube’s “Celtic Warrior Workouts,” host Sheamus made time to hit the gym between WWE matches at the Corbin Wellness Center in Corbin, KY, where he was joined by the tag team “Alpha ... Continue Reading
Hard Work Pays Off (w/ Mat Fraser)
Here's one from the archives with a guest who needs almost no introduction. Mat Fraser is a 5-time CrossFit Games Champion. He has a lengthy background in strength sports as a youth weightlifter, all the ... Continue Reading
WWE Superstar Tag Team The Usos Train Strongman in 2023 Royal Rumble Commercial
The 2023 Royal Rumble, presented by World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) on Peacock TV, took place on Jan. 28, 2023. The show is one of the biggest of the year for WWE, as the male and female winners of ... Continue Reading
Flex Lewis and Iain Valliere Share Their 2023 Arnold Classic Predictions
On the Jan. 27, 2023, episode of Fouad Abiad‘s The Real Bodybuilding podcast, seven-time 212 Olympia champion Flex Lewis and Men's Open competitor Iain Valliere joined the show. Part of the ... Continue Reading
The Best Barbells for Women for Value, Competition, and More
A barbell is one of the most versatile pieces of equipment you can find in a gym for building full body strength, right up there with squat racks and weight benches. They’re great tools for lifters of ... Continue Reading
2023 Iran’s Strongest Man Results — Ramin Farajnejad Triumphant
On Jan. 26-27, 2023, 10 of the best athletes in Iran converged on Safadasht to compete for the title of the country's strongest man. Ramin Farajnejad emerged as the best in the field to claim the title — ... Continue Reading
2023 Britain’s Strongest Man Results — Adam Bishop Reclaims The Throne
Adam Bishop reclaimed the title of Britain’s Strongest Man (BSM). The 2020 titleholder won his second title at the 2023 championship on Saturday, Jan. 27, 2023, at the Utilita Arena in Sheffield, England. ... Continue Reading
Incline Bench Press vs. Flat Bench Press: Which One Builds Your Pecs Better?
When it comes to weight room equipment, the bench press station is as close as it gets to holy ground. It’s where first-time gymgoers and full-time powerlifters alike gravitate to build their pecs, bolster ... Continue Reading
How to Design CrossFit Workouts for Building Muscle
If you’ve ever watched the CrossFit Games, you know — professional CrossFitters are unreasonably jacked. And though you might typically associate big biceps with barbell curls, that’s not where ... Continue Reading
The Best Hypertrophy Leg Workout (+Tips and Tricks)
Building a diesel set of wheels is a lifelong journey and leg day is routinely one of the most demanding sessions of your week in the weight room. Whether you’re all-in on training your lower half or ... Continue Reading
How to Bust Through Physique and Hypertrophy Plateaus
Hitting a plateau in your training is never fun. You’re no longer building muscle or you’re not losing weight, even though you started off so well. You were making great progress for a little while, and ... Continue Reading
The Best Dip Bars of 2025 for Leg Raises, Heavy Athletes, and More
Dip bars and dip stations come in a variety of sizes and just like any piece of gym equipment, there are a ton of options. At the most basic, dip bars are parallel handles that are meant to support your ... Continue Reading
Phil Heath, Frank Sepe, and Mike O’Hearn Talk Motivation, Routines, and the Generational Divide In The Fitness Community
Episode 30 of The Mike O’Hearn Show was published on Generation Iron‘s YouTube channel on Jan. 27, 2023. It featured seven-time Mr. Olympia Phil Heath returning to the show alongside trainer ... Continue Reading
Martins Licis and Mitchell Hooper Study Technique at Squat University
Even the most elite strongman athletes still train in the gym to improve their form. 2019 World's Strongest Man (WSM) champion Martins Licis and 2022 Arnold Strongman UK champion Mitchell Hooper agree that ... Continue Reading
Mike O’Hearn and Paul Wight Train Biceps in Gold’s Gym Venice
Bodybuilder, actor, and podcast host Mike O’Hearn is known for his physique and status in the fitness industry, but he also coaches and trains athletes beyond bodybuilding. One such athlete ... Continue Reading
9 Behind-the-Scenes Facts About the Making of “Pumping Iron”
Anyone who's ever lifted a weight likely knows about Pumping Iron. The milestone 1977 docudrama, directed by George Butler, introduced bodybuilding to the mainstream and catapulted competitors like Arnold ... Continue Reading