No one can defeat Father Time. At 60 years old, Ronnie Coleman is a far cry from the hulking mass monster who made winning the Mr. Olympia contest an annual tradition for nearly a decade. Sure, the ... Continue Reading
2025 Olympia Qualification Rules
With the 2024 Olympia in the rearview mirror, bodybuilding fans are already shifting their gaze to 2025. T he dates and location of that event had not been announced at the time of this article’s ... Continue Reading
Integrative Healthcare Company Renovō Health Partners With Upcoming Reps Ahead, TYR Wodapalooza Events
The everyday athlete is becoming increasingly interested in knowing how their body is working and getting a detailed picture of their health. This is where Renovō Health has stepped in, partnering ... Continue Reading
Dr. Mike Israetel Critiques Brian Shaw’s Strongman Training
“[Brian Shaw] probably holds the informal title of the greatest strength athlete of all time,” Dr. Mike Israetel, co-founder of Renaissance Periodization, proclaimed. Dr. Israetel dissected the methods ... Continue Reading
BREAKING: CrossFit Concludes Third-Party Investigation Into Lazar Đukić’s Death – Will Not Reveal Details
CrossFit LLC announced today that they have the results from a third-party investigation into the death of competitor Lazar Đukić during the swim portion of Event 1 at the 2024 CrossFit ... Continue Reading
How Much Protein Can Your Kidneys Really Handle?
Protein is a vital macronutrient for building, repairing, and maintaining muscle mass. Research suggests healthy individuals consume between 0.8 to 1.6 grams of protein per kilogram of body ... Continue Reading
Why Nick Walker Chose New Bodybuilding Coaches
Men’s Open bodybuilder Nick Walker became a free agent in October 2024 after parting ways with his coach, Matt Jansen. This decision followed Jansen's announcement that Walker would withdraw ... Continue Reading
2024 Magnús Ver Magnússon Strongman Classic Preview
The 2024 Magnús Ver Magnússon Strongman Classic (MVMSC) will occur in Iceland on Nov. 22-24, 2024. The annual contest will feature 15 of the world's strongest athletes, representing 11 countries: 2024 ... Continue Reading
Chris Bumstead’s Quad Stomp Was an Homage to One of Bodybuilding’s Biggest Moments
Chris Bumstead and Jay "Quad Stomp" Cutler have something in common. Both have competed in the Men's Open bodybuilding division — Bumstead, recently, at the 2024 EVLS Prague Pro as his swan song in ... Continue Reading
The 2024 Belgrade Games Wraps, Honors Lazar Ðukić
The 2024 Belgrade Games wrapped last weekend, crowning winners Moritz Fiebig and Matilde Garnes after three days of competition. Dubbed the “Lazar Ðukić Memorial Competition,” the Belgrade Games was ... Continue Reading
Strongman Mitchell Hooper Hires Bodybuilding Coach
Considering he conquered the Arnold Strongman Classic, Rogue Strongman Invitational, Strongest Man on Earth contest, and Giants Live World Tour Finals, it might seem unfathomable that Mitchell Hooper could ... Continue Reading
From Battling Cancer to Unmanageable Rent Increases: Why CrossFit Affiliate Owner Kirby Martin Has Stuck It Out for 10 Years
“Running a successful affiliate is not easy. It is a very, very tough business.” That has been Kirby Martin’s experience after nearly 10 years of owning CrossFit Elmira in Elmira, ... Continue Reading
2024 China DMS Changsha Pro Results
The 2024 China DMS Changsha Pro was held on Sunday, Nov. 18, 2024 in Changsha, China. The show featured the IFBB Pro League’s Classic Physique and Men’s Physique divisions, with 2025 Olympia ... Continue Reading
You Probably Can’t Do Nick Walker’s Favorite Chest Press — Do This Instead
The chest press machine that Nick Walker calls his favorite probably isn’t available in your local gym. “The Mutant” is partial to the NewTech Wellness decline chest press station; something hard to come ... Continue Reading
3 Quad Exercises To Improve Aesthetic Symmetry While Slimming Down
“Some women who think they’re quad dominant carry a lot of body fat there,” Masters Fitness World Champion Victoria Scott claims. After her most recent competition, judges told Scott her legs were too big ... Continue Reading
Professional Fitness Athletes’ Association Announces Newly Elected Athlete Board
After a vote that ended Sunday evening, the Professional Fitness Athletes’ Association (PFAA) announced its new Athlete Board. Here are the six athletes representing various regions of the ... Continue Reading
Iain Valliere’s Shoulder Mass Building Fundamentals and Training
The shoulders are one of the few muscles featured in the front, side, and back of the body. They have three heads that move the arm forward, laterally, and back. To build strong, aesthetic deltoids, they ... Continue Reading
The 2025 CrossFit Games Season: Rumor Round-Up and a Theory for What’s Next
As we approach the end of the year, rumors have been circulating about what the 2025 CrossFit Games season will hold, both for everyday athletes and elites. Here’s what we’ve heard. The 2025 ... Continue Reading
Olympians Unite — Derek Lunsford and Mike Sommerfeld Attack Lats & Arms
Recently, the 2023 Mr. Olympia Derek Lunsford and Classic Physique star Mike Sommerfeld trained together. Although Lunsford lost his title at the 2024 Olympia to Samson Dauda, he still secured a spot in ... Continue Reading
2024 Ben Weider Naturals Pro Results
The 2024 Ben Weider Naturals Pro was held on the weekend of Nov. 15-16, 2024, in Alexandria, VA. This is considered the most significant natural bodybuilding show on the IFBB Pro League calendar, featuring ... Continue Reading
2024 Shawn Ray Hawaiian Classic Pro Results
The 2024 Shawn Ray Hawaiian Classic Pro occurred in Honolulu, HI, on Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024. This event, promoted by IFBB Hall of Famer Shawn Ray, featured amateur contests and 2025 Olympia qualifiers for ... Continue Reading
Nutrition and Strength Training Guidance for Trans and Nonbinary Athletes: New Study
Whether you’re a long-time gym lover or just someone who’s trying to get a grasp on the best nutritional strategies for your body, you might have some trouble finding training advice or nutrition guidance ... Continue Reading
2024 Atlantic Coast Pro Results
The 2024 Atlantic Coast Pro, held on the weekend of Nov. 16-17, 2024, in Fort Lauderdale, FL, served as a 2025 Olympia qualifying show for the Classic Physique, Men’s Physique, Figure, Bikini, ... Continue Reading
What Is the Optimal Fasting Length? (Hint: It’s NOT 16 Hours)
It's no secret that intermittent fasting can be an effective tool for curbing cravings, reducing insulin resistance, and burning fat. What's less obvious, however, is exactly how long you should abstain ... Continue Reading