On the weekend of May 6th, the 2023 HYROX Elite 15 rankings saw shakeups on both the men’s and women’s leaderboards. Graham Halliday of the UK saw an improved time but was already on the Elite 15 ... Continue Reading
Best Treadmills for Your Home in 2025, Reviewed by Personal Trainers
When conjuring up thoughts of the best cardio machines, treadmills typically cross your mind first. From compact treadmills ideal for apartment-dwelling athletes to high-end profiles that fit in ... Continue Reading
2023 1st Phorm St. Louis Pro Men’s Physique and Women’s Physique Show Results
The 1st Phorm St. Louis Pro was held on Saturday, May 6, 2023, in St. Louis, MO. It featured IFBB Pro League Men’s Physique and Women’s Physique competitions. Sixteen athletes competed in the Men's ... Continue Reading
How Strong Was Franco Columbu? Looking Back at the Two-Time Mr. Olympia’s Unbelievable Power
Standing at 5'5" and weighing anywhere from 185 to 200 pounds, the late Franco Columbu can lay claim to being one of the — if not the — pound-for-pound strongest Mr. Olympia winners ever. The ... Continue Reading
Andrei Kozhaker Wins 2023 Korea AGP Pro Classic Physique Show
On Saturday, May 6, 2023, IFBB Pro League Classic Physique athlete Andrei Kozhaker scored his first professional victory at the 2023 Korea AGP Pro Classic Physique show in Gyeonggi State, South Korea. With ... Continue Reading
Do You Have the Work Capacity for Powerlifting?
It sounds silly at first, sure: When you think of work capacity, your mind calls forth images of sweat pouring down your face, your heart pounding in your chest, and the ominous, authoritative beeping of a ... Continue Reading
The 12 Best Upper Body Exercises and 5 Workouts
At BarBend, upper-body workouts are our bread and butter (but don't get it twisted; we love a good leg day). From bench presses to barbell rows and everything in-between, our editorial staff is packed to ... Continue Reading
Sole E25 Elliptical Review
If you’re looking for a lower-cost elliptical without sacrificing quality, you might want to consider the Sole E25. This front-drive elliptical features a sub $1,000 price tag, a 20-inch stride length, and ... Continue Reading
2023 IFBB 1st Phorm St. Louis Pro Show Preview
The 2023 1st Phorm St. Louis Pro show is scheduled to take place on Saturday, May 6, in St. Louis, MO. Men’s Physique and Women’s Physique athletes will be competing for a victory and a 2023 Olympia ... Continue Reading
7 of the Best Gym Accessories Every Serious Lifter Needs in Their Bag
Make no mistake — you’re the one lifting those weights. Despite what you might hear from a high-and-mighty gymgoer, wearing a belt to squat or strapping up for a set of deadlifts isn’t cheating. The ... Continue Reading
Low-Carb Vs. Low-Fat Diets — The Risks, Potential Benefits, and Everything in Between
As a strength athlete, you’re accustomed to thinking about the weight on the barbell. But if you’re also thinking about the weight on the scale, you’re probably also thinking about what you’re cooking up ... Continue Reading
2023 IFBB AGP Pro Classic Physique Show Preview
The 2023 IFBB AGP Pro Classic Physique show is scheduled for Saturday, May 6, 2023, in Gyeonggi State, South Korea. Eight pro Classic Physique athletes from four countries will take the stage to face the ... Continue Reading
REP Fitness Discount Codes for March 2025
Since two brothers — Ryan and Shane McGrotty — burst onto the scene with REP Fitness in 2012, the company has been steadily growing and diversifying their offerings. REP specializes in high-quality, ... Continue Reading
The 7 Best Recumbent Bikes for Small Spaces, Streaming, Seniors, and More
Exercise bikes are a great way to introduce some low-impact cardio into your fitness routine, but they may be uncomfortable for some people with knee or hip issues. That’s where recumbent bikes come in ... Continue Reading
Rogue Fold Up Utility Bench Review
One of the most versatile pieces of equipment you could add to your home gym is a solid weight bench, as it can provide the means to perform exercises like the bench press, dumbbell rows, and Bulgarian ... Continue Reading
How to Do the Muscle Snatch for Better Weightlifting Performance
If you’re on the hunt for a new way to improve your weightlifting game, the muscle snatch is an absolute game-changer. The muscle snatch can help you build explosive leg power, teach you how to be a ... Continue Reading
Gymreapers Dip Belt Review
If you didn’t already know, progressively overloading your muscles while strength training is essential to hypertrophy (aka muscle growth). Since it can be challenging to accomplish this with bodyweight ... Continue Reading
NordicTrack Commercial R35 Recumbent Bike Review (2025): A Tech-Heavy Exercise Bike Suited for Smooth, Comfortable Workouts
In terms of creating a relaxing indoor cycling experience, it’s tough to beat the performance and low-impact ride you can enjoy on one of the best recumbent bikes. (1) Within this category of exercise ... Continue Reading
How to Build Muscle and Strength With Calisthenics Training
Calisthenics is a timeless style of exercise. It comes from the ancient Greek words kállos and sthenos, meaning beauty and strength. The beauty of strength training throughout history is that it’s always ... Continue Reading
The 8 Best Treadmills for Running (2025), Tested by Fitness Experts
Running can be an excellent form of fitness, but multiple factors — whether inclement weather, dimly-lit pathways, or a lack of traversable routes — can limit your outdoor training abilities in a hurry. ... Continue Reading
Chris Bumstead Gets Leg Workout Tips From the “Hypertrophy Coach” Joe Bennett
There’s no doubt that Chris Bumstead is the king of the Classic Physique division, but that doesn’t mean he’s not looking to improve heading into the 2023 Olympia. For starters, Bumstead recently ... Continue Reading
The CrossFit Nancy Workout, Explained and Scaled for Every Skill Level
You didn’t sign up for your local CrossFit gym just so you could go running. CrossFit is about a diverse array of training styles and techniques, not just pounding the pavement. But just because this sport ... Continue Reading
How to Watch the 2023 Asian Weightlifting Championships
The 2023 Asian Weightlifting Championships (AWC) are scheduled for May 5-13, 2023, in Jinju, South Korea. The contest will feature twenty weight categories — 10 male and 10 female — in the central city of ... Continue Reading
How to Clean Your Gross Protein Shaker Bottle Properly (and What Will Happen if You Don’t)
If you're a serious fitness enthusiast, your shaker bottle occupies a position inside your circle of trust equivalent to a long-time training partner — maybe even more so. Your training buddy isn't ... Continue Reading