Men’s Open bodybuilder Nick Walker is prepping for his highly-anticipated Olympia return in 2025. Walker most recently graced the Olympia stage in 2022, earning a bronze. In 2025, Walker competed at ... Continue Reading
Colton Engelbrecht Sumo Deadlifts 500 Kilograms at a Powerlifting Meet
Colton Engelbrecht has joined an elite strength club thanks to his 500-kilogram sumo deadlift, which he performed at the Nikolay Kagansky Memorial Tournament meet in Moscow, Russia. A video of the lift is ... Continue Reading
2025 Iceland’s Strongest Viking Results
The 2025 Iceland's Strongest Viking contest occurred on July 11, 2025, in the Westfjords, Iceland. Eight athletes, seven representing the home country, and the runner-up Chris Beetham of Scotland, competed ... Continue Reading
Seed Probiotic Review (2025): A Dietitian’s Take
Several factors affect your gut microbiome, but a high-quality probiotic can be a golden ticket to improved gut health. Our team of experts — including board-certified physician and active clinical ... Continue Reading
UPDATED: Bodybuilding Legend Ronnie Coleman Treated for Sepsis
UPDATE (7/14): On July 13, Ronnie Coleman posted an update on his condition, confirming that he was "battling complications from sepsis." Per the American Journal of Medicine, "sepsis is a clinical ... Continue Reading
Stop Playing Macro Tetris: What These 6 Nutrition Coaches Do Differently
If I’ve learned one thing after coaching CrossFit for 15 years, it’s that getting people to show up at the gym is the easy part. One thing that seems to make the challenge less daunting, ... Continue Reading
2025 Zhanna Rotar Classic Pro Results
Sandra Grajales has won the 2025 Zhanna Rotar Classic Pro. Grajales was one of 16 IFBB Professional League Figure competitors onstage in Las Vegas, NV, on Saturday, July 12, and the last to leave the stage ... Continue Reading
The 10 Best Arm Exercises to Add to Your Routine, Plus 5 Full Workouts
If you’ve landed on this page, the jig is up: You want bigger (or stronger) arms. We understand — at BarBend, we’re just as devoted to building up our arms as you are. Training your arms with weights can ... Continue Reading
2025 World of Monsterzym Korea Pro 212 Results
Mazin Al Rahbi is the 2025 World of Monsterzym Korea Pro 212 champion. Fourteen athletes gathered in Gyeonggi State, South Korea, to compete in this 2025 Olympia Weekend qualifier. Al Rahbi of Oman was ... Continue Reading
Danielle Brandon Shifts Coaching Team Ahead of 2025 CrossFit Games
In the coming weeks, Danielle Brandon will no longer be working with Coach El Senouvor of Brute Strength. In 2021 and 2022, Neiffer and Bifano coached Justin Medeiros to two CrossFit Games titles, and ... Continue Reading
2025 Republic of Texas Pro Results
The 2025 Republic of Texas Pro was held in Austin, TX, on Saturday, July 12. Bodybuilding fans were treated to three 2025 Olympia qualifiers in the Men’s Physique, Bikini, and Wellness divisions. The ... Continue Reading
2025 Euro Muscle Pro Show Results
The 2025 Euro Muscle Pro was held on July 12-13 in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Three men’s and three women’s divisions were featured at this 2025 Olympia qualifying event, and 89 competitors graced the stage ... Continue Reading
Annie and Katrin’s Mission – Empowering Women Through Every Season
Last spring, CrossFit Games champions Annie Thorisdottir and Katrin Davidsdottir launched a new company, Empower by Dottir, and began offering training programs tailored for women in perimenopause, ... Continue Reading
Our Complete Guide to Watching the CrossFit Games Documentaries
The dog days of summer are here. If you’re getting excited for the 2025 CrossFit Games in Albany and need something to pass the time, or if you're looking to reminisce while staying out of the heat, we've ... Continue Reading
Spoiled Child Liquid Collagen Review (2025): A Convenient Shot for Skin and Hair Health?
According to Chelsea Rae Bourgeois, MS, RDN, LD, “Collagen can be an effective supplement for healthy aging when it comes to your skin, hair, and nails thanks to its vital role in connective tissue ... Continue Reading
2025 Euro Muscle Pro Bodybuilding Preview
The 2025 Euro Muscle Pro Show is scheduled in Amsterdam, Netherlands, on July 12-13. This is the largest of four pro shows being held on this particular weekend, with six divisions in total being ... Continue Reading
2025 Republic of Texas Pro Bodybuilding Show Preview
The 2025 Republic of Texas Pro will be held in Austin, TX, on Saturday, July 12. This IFBB Professional League-sanctioned event will feature 2025 Olympia Weekend qualifications for the Men’s ... Continue Reading
2025 Zhanna Rotar Classic Pro Figure Show Preview
The 2025 Zhanna Rotar Classic Pro Figure division show will be held on Saturday, July 12 in Las Vegas, NV. Sixteen IFBB Professional League competitors will face the fans and judges looking to win and, ... Continue Reading
2025 World of Monsterzym Korea Pro 212 Bodybuilding Preview
The 2025 World of Monsterzym Korea Pro will occur on Saturday, July 12, 2025, in Gyeonggi State, South Korea. This event will host a 212 Bodybuilding division contest featuring 16 athletes representing ... Continue Reading
Why Are These Gym Machines So Dangerous?
Gym machines effectively build strength by isolating muscle groups and offering greater stability than free weights. However, some gym machines come with inherent safety risks. Dr. Mike Israetel outlined ... Continue Reading
Training Late Might Disrupt Your Sleep
Not everyone is a morning person. Some value the early hours of the day for coffee, breakfast, and taking in the restful sing-songs of jubilant birds chirping about the next PR you'll hit in the gym. An ... Continue Reading
Southwest Florida Sharks Eye Perfect Season as United Grid League Playoffs Loom
The United Grid League will conclude its regular season this weekend, providing teams with a final opportunity to qualify for the playoffs and the championship match in August. Check out ... Continue Reading
Gymreapers Named Official Partner of the 2025 CrossFit Games Age Group Division
This August, Gymreapers will take the floor as the “Official Apparel, Knee Sleeve, and Belt Partner” of the 2025 CrossFit Games Age Group Division, supplying high-performance gear to 520 of the world’s top ... Continue Reading
Breon Ansley Commits to 2025 Classic Physique Olympia
Two-time Classic Physique Olympia champion Breon Ansley has committed to the 2025 Classic Physique Olympia contest. The decision announced via Instagram post on July 9 was Ansley's way of being a part of ... Continue Reading