You did not hear it here first, but it bears repeating: train your legs. Leg day can be a painful, DOMS-inducing experience, but ignoring your lower half also robs the body of more muscle, enhanced ... Continue Reading
6-Time Mr. Olympia Dorian Yates Explains How Smith Machine Squats Outshine Barbell Squats
Six-time Mr. Olympia Dorian Yates had a prosperous bodybuilding career despite making significant changes to his leg day routine. The English bodybuilder was an unstoppable force on the Olympia stage ... Continue Reading
2023 Musclecontest Campinas Pro Show Preview
The 2023 Musclecontest Campinas Pro bodybuilding show is scheduled for Saturday, Mar. 18, 2023, in Sao Paulo, Brazil. It will be the sixth edition of the contest, which dates back to 2018. The ... Continue Reading
The 7 Best Dumbbell Sets in 2025, Picked by Experts
When it comes to at-home fitness the best dumbbells can be some of the most versatile tools in your arsenal. The approachability and wide range of available weights makes them suitable for athletes of all ... Continue Reading
Sonita Muluh (+84KG) Squats One Kilogram Over the All-Time Raw World Record in Training
Theoretically, any day could be the day that an unofficial all-time world record squat could be hit by one of powerlifting's elite athletes. That theory came to fruition on March 15, 2023, when 26-year-old ... Continue Reading
Swolverine POST Post-Workout Review
After a long, intense workout, you may not feel like consuming a large, protein- and carbohydrate-heavy meal via whole food sources. A post-workout supplement like Swolverine POST, which has ... Continue Reading
The 11 Best Barbells of 2025, Tested By Personal Trainers and Olympians
When it comes to the best home gym equipment — or strength-training gear in general — the barbell reigns supreme. "For exercise to be considered strength or resistance training, it must challenge your ... Continue Reading
Bodybuilder Derek Lunsford Explains Why He Prefers the Pec Deck Over Cable Flyes
Bodybuilder Derek Lunsford hasn’t slowed down in the gym much after finishing second at the 2022 Mr. Olympia back in December — his debut in the Men's Open division. His YouTube channel is packed with new ... Continue Reading
The Best Slam Balls to Add to Your Home Gym in 2025
Trying to round out your collection of home gym essentials? From squats to overhead presses, the best slam balls have the resistance and versatility to help build strength throughout your entire body. You ... Continue Reading
Jamal Browner Raw Deadlifts 426.4 Kilograms (940 Pounds) In a Conventional Stance
The all-time world record holder in the raw deadlift at 110 kilograms is at it again. On March 13, 2023, powerlifter Jamal Browner published a video on his Instagram page wherein he locked out a ... Continue Reading
Mitchell Hooper Breaks Down Strongman Nutrition; Programming for Maximal Strength and Muscular Endurance
After winning the 2023 Arnold Strongman Classic to cap off a historic rookie season, Mitchell Hooper is preparing for his second appearance at the World's Strongest Man (WSM) contest. The 2023 edition of ... Continue Reading
16 Best Biceps Exercises for a Muscle-Building Workout
At BarBend, we love training biceps. Who doesn't? Big biceps signal to the world that you like to put in work at the gym. That's why our staff of industry veteran trainers, coachers, and educators have ... Continue Reading
The Best Probiotic Supplements for Women (2025): Worth the Cost? Our Experts Weigh In
According to Dr. Raj Dasgupta, MD, “Adding a probiotic supplement to your regimen can lead to such benefits as improved digestion, enhanced nutrient absorption, and more.” While ... Continue Reading
9 Bodybuilders Under 200 Pounds Who Were Absolute Giant Killers
Bodybuilding is often seen as a size game, with the biggest competitors on the stage arguably being the most impressive. But pure muscle mass isn't the only thing judges consider during a competition. ... Continue Reading
Watch Weightlifter Artyom Antropov (102KG) Squat 322 Kilograms (710 Pounds)
Mass moves mass. On Mar. 11, 2023, weightlifter Artyom Antropov posted a training video to social media. In it, the 23-year-old Olympic lifter back squatted a mind-boggling 322 kilograms, or 708.4 pounds. ... Continue Reading
How to Do the ATG (Ass-to-Grass) Split Squat for Unprecedented Leg Gains
In the land of leg gains, depth is king. No matter what exercises you perform or what your goals are, by and large, utilizing a full range of motion will move the needle better than cutting things ... Continue Reading
The Best Pre-Workout Snacks For Vitamins, Digestion, Protein, and More
Sneaking a meal in before you train at the gym can be difficult, especially if you’re coming from a long day at the office. Equally difficult is when you have to wake up early, and find the energy to push ... Continue Reading
Dirty Bulking Vs. Clean Bulking — How Do You Want to Get Big?
So you’re a strength athlete who wants to put on weight. Going up in weight can be a very attractive option whether your end goal is to lift heavier or simply to pack on more muscle mass. But when it’s ... Continue Reading
The Best Glutes Exercises and Workouts
The gluteus maximus — that’s your butt, by the way — is the largest muscle in your body. Even if filling out a pair of jeans isn't at the top of your priority list, we can’t stress it enough: Training your ... Continue Reading
Evan Singleton’s Tips for Aspiring Strongman Athletes
The number of professional strongman athletes at the elite level of the sport is pretty static. Unless your name is Mitchell Hooper, breaking into the pro scene and riding the train of competitive ... Continue Reading
Understanding How WWE’s Finn Bálor and Sheamus’ Offset Training Improves Stability
In episode 124 of the “Celtic Warrior Workouts” on YouTube, host Sheamus is joined by fellow Irishman and WWE Superstar Finn Bálor for an unorthodox routine designed to test body and mind. Bálor was the ... Continue Reading
The Massive Weightlifting Story You Never Heard About (with Seb Ostrowicz)
Today I’m talking to Seb Ostrowicz, founder and mastermind behind Weightlifting House. They’re a media company and equipment supplier dedicated to the sport of Olympic weightlifting. What started as a ... Continue Reading
How Does Dana Linn Bailey Diet to Get Shredded?
Controlling one's diet by manipulating calories into a deficit to lose fat and reveal the hard-earned muscle underneath is critical for bodybuilders and their aesthetics. If the body fat percentage is too ... Continue Reading
The Best Joint Supplements for Knee Pain and Cartilage Support
Joint pain is a common issue among those who lift heavy, run long distances, are getting older, or have an abundance of inflammation in the body. If you’re a gymgoer, you may notice heavy ... Continue Reading