"Many people train their biceps incorrectly," said Dr. Mike Israetel, co-founder of Renaissance Periodization, in March 2025. He argues modern curling techniques are superior to traditional ... Continue Reading
The Privilege of Pressure: Bethany Flores on the Power of a Healthy Mind
At the inaugural Adidas “Primer” in Herzogenaurach, Germany, athletes attended lectures and participated in workshops covering topics ranging from nutrition and performance-based eating to the advantages ... Continue Reading
Emma Lawson Joins Powerhouse Roster at Brute Strength
Three-time CrossFit Games veteran and former teen champion Emma Lawson has officially joined Brute Strength, home of a star-studded roster of top CrossFit athletes. Lawson, who turns 20 this year, will ... Continue Reading
Wellness Bodybuilder Wynter Addams’ Tips for Massive Quads
IFBB Pro League Wellness competitor Wynter Addams must focus on superior lower body development if she wants to succeed in competition. The judges in her category focus on the glutes, hamstrings, and ... Continue Reading
How Ashley Kaltwasser Preps for the 2025 IFBB Pro Season
Many see three-time Bikini Olympia champion Ashley Kaltwasser as the greatest of all time (G.O.A.T.) of her division and undoubtedly one of the best athletes in the IFBB Pro League. She ... Continue Reading
2025 China DMS Pro Bodybuilding Show Preview
China’s first show of the 2025 bodybuilding season will be the China DMS Pro, set for Sunday, March 30, in Shanghai. This event will feature 2025 Olympia qualifying shows for the Classic Physique, Men’s ... Continue Reading
2025 Sampson Showdown Pro Wellness Show Preview
The 2025 Sampson Showdown Pro is scheduled for Saturday, March 29, in Las Vegas, NV. Promoter Patrick Sampson will be featuring the IFBB Professional League’s Wellness division, with 14 competitors vying ... Continue Reading
2025 Detroit Pro Bodybuilding Show Preview
The 2025 Detroit Pro, set for Saturday, March 29, in Dearborn, MI, will feature the IFBB Professional League’s Men’s Open and Classic Physique divisions. This show is a 2025 Olympia qualifier, meaning the ... Continue Reading
2025 Bristol’s Strongest Man Results
The 2025 Bristol's Strongest Man (BSM) contest occurred on March 22, 2025, in Bristol, United Kingdom. The contest featured six strongmen in the Open division battling through five events: Press Medley, ... Continue Reading
Sydney Wells Takes on a Busy 2025 Season, Grateful for Increased Opportunities
Sydney Wells made her CrossFit Games debut in 2023, where she battled through the first round of cuts to earn a 28th-place finish. She rebounded at the 2024 Rogue Invitational, taking home two ... Continue Reading
The Harsh Reality of Bodybuilding: Aging & Balancing Family Life
Bodybuilding is a sport and lifestyle dedicated to enhancing one’s physique by building muscle mass in balanced proportions while maintaining minimal body fat. It ... Continue Reading
HYROX Announces New Qualification Rule for 2025/26 World Championships
HYROX will be changing the qualification rules for the 2025/26 season, limiting the qualifying spots available for the World Championships to athletes competing in the Pro Division only. The ... Continue Reading
Ryan Terry’s Fasted Morning Routine
Two-time Men's Physique Olympia champion Ryan Terry is locking in his off-season recovery before ramping up prep for his title defense. A week into training, he peeled back the curtain on his ... Continue Reading
3 Exercises for Every Muscle Group for Full-Body Training Splits
A full-body training split targets all major muscle groups in every session, making it robust for building muscle, increasing strength, and burning more calories. It’s also ideal for those with limited ... Continue Reading
5 Things We’ll Remember About the 2025 Open
Wall walks, walking lunges, thrusters, snatches — you name it. The 2025 CrossFit Open had it all, and now that it’s over, we can look back on an exciting three weeks. Each week, thousands joined the ... Continue Reading
Wesley Vissers’ 4 Go-To Ab Exercises
Classic Physique bodybuilder Wesley Vissers won the 2024 Arnold Classic Physique title, one of the sport’s highest accolades. He is amidst a recalibration after failing to defend the Arnold title in 2025 ... Continue Reading
How the Love of Community Helped Arielle Loewen Build a Brand and How She Is Giving Back
Arielle Loewen is good at exercising quickly. This full-time wife and mom, who trains in her garage, has competed at the CrossFit Games for four consecutive years, with a third-place finish in ... Continue Reading
How Shanique Grant Trains to Move to the Wellness Division
IFBB Pro Shanique Grant, a two-time Women’s Physique Olympia champion (2018-19), retired from competition in 2020. In 2025, she’s making a bold comeback in the Wellness division — a category that didn’t ... Continue Reading
5 Nutrition Lessons to Master Early
Many follow a solid workout program but see minimal progress, even after years of training. Diet is a common culprit, as it’s easy to miscalculate or neglect, but it plays a vital role in muscle growth and ... Continue Reading
Chris Bumstead’s Ultimate Bulking Guide
“If your goal is to put on muscle, you should bulk,” reigning six-time Classic Physique Olympia champion Chris Bumstead says. Gaining muscle is simple: eat enough and lift. However, reaching one’s ... Continue Reading
Men’s Physique Bodybuilder Christian Guzman’s New Training and Diet; Teases Comeback
Men’s Physique bodybuilder Christian Guzman is revamping his diet and training under the guidance of his new coach, Justin King. In late March 2025, he confirmed that while a pro contest wasn’t on his ... Continue Reading
Champions Unite — Brandon Hendrickson and Jeremy Buendia Co-Op Back Training
Many Men’s Physique bodybuilding fans feel that Jeremy Buendia and Brandon Hendrickson are the two most significant competitors in the division’s history. They hold seven Men’s ... Continue Reading
Sonita Muluh Hits Record-Breaking 701-Pound (318KG) Squat at 2025 European Classic Championships
The 2025 EPU European Classic Championships occurred on March 23 in Malaga, Spain. Among the most notable performances was Women's Superheavyweight lifter Sonita Muluh of Belgium, who achieved an ... Continue Reading
A Conversation with Laura Horváth: Big Brands, Big Goals, and the World Fitness Project
One of the most decorated women in our sport, Laura Horváth has held multiple titles in recent years: two-time Rogue Invitational champion, 2024 French Throwdown champion, 2023 TYR Wodapalooza team ... Continue Reading