Few bodybuilders have as much hype surrounding them as Michal Križo does right now. Though Križo hasn’t even qualified for December’s Mr. Olympia competition yet, former winners like Jay Cutler and Samir ... Continue Reading
Powerlifter Jesus Olivares (+120KG) Squats 455 Kilograms (1,003.1 Pounds) Raw in Training
Over 120-kilogram powerlifter and two-time IPF World Superheavyweight Champion Jesus Olivares has become the latest strength athlete to join the 1,000-pound squat club on social media. On Sept. 13, 2022, ... Continue Reading
5 Full-Body Dumbbell Workouts for All Lifters
When you make your way into a crowded gym, the dumbbell rack might be the first thing you head toward — especially if people are already in the squat rack. But dumbbells don’t have to be your runner-up ... Continue Reading
Tom Stoltman Uses Progressive Overload and High Volume for Shoulder Hypertrophy
The two-time reigning World's Strongest Man (WSM) Tom Stoltman does not intend to compete in another elite competition in 2022. He encountered travel issues that caused him to withdraw from the 2022 Shaw ... Continue Reading
What to Consider When Building Your Own Supplement Stack
When you are putting in max effort at the gym, you want to do everything you can to ensure all those reps and hours spent sweating yield impressive results — whether you’re looking to bulk up or get ... Continue Reading
USA Weightlifting Unveils Roster for 2022 World Weightlifting Championships
The United States is sending its best and brightest weightlifters to the world stage in 2022. On Tuesday, Sep. 13, 2022, USA Weightlifting (USAW) publicized the roster of athletes they're sending to ... Continue Reading
8-Time Mr. Olympia Lee Haney’s Back Workout Explained
Every bodybuilder has their own approach to physique development — it’s one of the most charming aspects of the sport. On stage, bodybuilders are judged by the same criteria, but how they choose to meet ... Continue Reading
Powerlifter John Haack (90KG) Bench Presses 275 Kilograms (606 Pounds) in Training
Powerlifter John Haack is set to compete at the 2022 United States Powerlifting Association (USPA) Pro Raw meet, scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022, in North Kansas City, MO. On Sept. 12, 2022, ... Continue Reading
Dana Linn Bailey Fatigued Kristen Nun’s Triceps With One Massive Superset
Former Women’s Physique Olympia champion Dana Linn Bailey met with bodybuilder and Flag Nor Fail sponsored athlete Kristen Nun for an epic arm session. Bailey does ... Continue Reading
Watch 9-Year-Old Weightlifter Rory van Ulft (30KG) Deadlift 111 Kilograms (244.7 Pounds) in Training
There are a lot of strong weightlifters and powerlifters pulling immensely heavy weights in the gym — whether it's Men's Open bodybuilders lifting heavy to add denseness to their lat spreads or strongwomen ... Continue Reading
The Best Back and Biceps Workouts for Building Muscle and Strength at Any Experience Level
Building out your first bodybuilding program can be a fun game of “how much do I have to do to get ripped?” Many new lifters find themselves stuck down the rabbit hole — painstakingly trying to figure out ... Continue Reading
The Diet Terrence Ruffin Follows to Build Off-Season Mass Revealed
The reigning two-time Arnold Classic Classic Physique champion Terrence Ruffin broke down his daily diet in his off-season in a video published on his YouTube channel on Sept. 1, 2022. He ... Continue Reading
Strength As An Artform (w/Steven Koontz)
Today I'm talking to Steven Koontz, best known online as RhinoStrength. Steven has made a name for himself with some pretty epic displays of old-timey and unconventional strength (80+kg kettlebell bent ... Continue Reading
2022 Yamamoto Nutrition Pro Bodybuilding Results and Recap
The 2022 Yamamoto Nutrition Pro was held on Sunday, Sept. 11 in Milan, Italy. There were four contests held — Men’s Open, Classic Physique, Men’s Physique, and Bikini. The winners of each contest earned ... Continue Reading
How 6-Time Mr. Olympia Dorian Yates Earned His Nickname “The Shadow”
Having won the Mr. Olympia title six years in a row from 1992 to 1997, Dorian Yates — the man they called “The Shadow” — is viewed by many as one of the greatest bodybuilders to ever take the stage. So, ... Continue Reading
8 Deadlift Alternatives for Beginners, At-Home Workouts, and More
Deadlifts are one of the best expressions of full body strength there is – and they aren’t bad for building muscle either. However, there’s a very specific set of requirements you’ll usually need to ... Continue Reading
Bodybuilders Dana Linn Bailey and Kristen Nun Annihilate a Grueling Leg Session
Former Women’s Physique Olympia champion Dana Linn Bailey met with bodybuilder and Flag Nor Fail sponsored athlete Kristen Nun at their new private location in Montana for a heavy, high-volume leg workout. ... Continue Reading
10 of the Worst Exercises For Bodybuilding
Bodybuilding is all about finding the right tool for the job. Whether that be a flavor of whey protein that suits your palate, a pair of knee sleeves that are just tight enough, or — and especially — ... Continue Reading
International Powerlifting Federation Unveils Bench Press Rule Change for 2023
The state of play for competitive powerlifting will undergo a significant change in 2023. On Sep. 10, 2022, the International Powerlifting Federation (IPF) unveiled a revised Technical Rules handbook on ... Continue Reading
How to Do the Concentration Curl for Bigger Biceps
If you pick up dumbbells with the intention to curl them, you might have big, bulging biceps on your mind. Chasing the pump for the sake of rounder bis is common in the weight room. There are a lot of ... Continue Reading
Most Popular Celebrity Workouts in the U.S. in 2022
Even if we don’t like to admit it, celebrities have an impact on our lives. Whether it’s their '90s fashion reboot or their favorite green tea supplement, many of us keep an eye on the rich and famous in ... Continue Reading
Mike O’Hearn and Dr. Gabrielle Lyon Discuss The Necessity of Protein for Longevity
After a week-long hiatus, The Mike O'Hearn show returned to Generation Iron's YouTube channel with episode 14, featuring the show's namesake interviewing Dr. Gabrielle Lyon, a medical ... Continue Reading
2022 Yamamoto Pro Bodybuilding Show Preview
The 2022 Yamamoto Nutrition Pro is scheduled to take place on Sunday, Sept. 11, 2022, in Milan, Italy. Four IFBB Pro League contests will be held at this show, and all the winners qualify for the 2022 ... Continue Reading
4-Time Men’s Physique Olympia Champion Jeremy Buendia Says He Plans to Compete Again
Four-time Men’s Physique Olympia winner Jeremy Buendia has committed to returning to the competitive bodybuilding stage for the first time since 2018. Although he doesn't explicitly say so, Buendia ... Continue Reading