CrossFit has grown into a widely popular sport since its start in 2001. The sport’s mission is for its athletes to garner improved health and better performance, and be able to reach their fitness goals. ... Continue Reading
7 Benefits of Nootropic Supplements
Nootropics are a relative newcomer in a booming supplement market, promising benefits and enhancements to those seeking a cognitive edge. However, they’ve gained popularity quickly and are now firmly ... Continue Reading
The Best Niacin Supplements For Pre-Workout, Slow Release, And More
Niacin (vitamin B3) helps turn carbs, fats, and proteins into energy that your body can use. It’s naturally present in many foods, including poultry, beef, fish, nuts, and even marinara sauce, and most ... Continue Reading
What Is the Natural Olympia? Breaking Down Natural Bodybuilding’s Show of Shows
In the most straightforward terms, the Natural Olympia is a drug-tested bodybuilding contest held annually by the International Natural Bodybuilding Association and Professional Natural Bodybuilding ... Continue Reading
2023 Arnold Amateur Strongman and Strongwoman Championships Results
The 2023 Arnold Sports Festival in Columbus, OH, was home to the 2023 Arnold Strongman Classic (ASC) and 2023 Arnold Strongwoman Classic (ASWC) on the weekend of March 2-5, 2023. Mitchell Hooper claimed ... Continue Reading
WWE’s Dominik Mysterio and Sheamus Torch Calories With High-Intensity Circuit Training
In episode 123 of the “Celtic Warrior Workouts” on YouTube, WWE Superstar Sheamus was joined by a different type of gym partner. Having trained with the likes of the hulking Bobby Lashley and the big ... Continue Reading
The Best Collagen Peptide Supplements (2025), According to R.D.s and Nutrition Coaches
The best protein powders aren’t the only building blocks you can supplement with. Found in bone broth and eggshell membranes, collagen is the most abundant protein in the human body, and it plays ... Continue Reading
Your Ultimate Guide to Meal Prepping on the Move
There’s no way around it: bodybuilding is time-consuming. Between sticking to a rigorous training program and calibrating your nutrition precisely to build high-quality muscle mass, your valuable time is ... Continue Reading
Hip Hop Wellness Explorer (w/stic from Dead Prez)
Today I’m talking to stic, perhaps better known as stic.man, one half of the celebrated hip hop duo Dead Prez. Stic has been a defining voice in hip hop over the last few decades, and he’s also an ... Continue Reading
Andrew Burton Wins 2023 World’s Strongest Firefighter Competition
Andrew Burton is the 2023 World’s Strongest Firefighter (WSF) champion. The 2023 WSF competition was held in Columbus, OH, on March 3-4, 2023, as a part of the 2023 Arnold Sports Festival. Over 120 ... Continue Reading
Hunter Labrada Provides Technique Breakdown for Each Movement in His Leg Training
The 2023 Arnold Classic saw Samson Dauda raise the trophy of the second-most prestigious contest in professional bodybuilding. Along with that victory was his qualification for the 2023 Mr. Olympia contest ... Continue Reading
How to Do the Kettlebell Deadlift to Master Your Hip Hinge
When you think of the deadlift, you may well approach it from the perspective of powerlifting. You’ll envision hefting a heavily loaded barbell that takes an enormous toll on your body. At its core, ... Continue Reading
2023 Arnold Classic Men’s Open Results — Samson Dauda Triumphant
After prejudging on March 3, 2023, it appeared that Samson Dauda, Nick Walker, and Andrew Jacked were in the mix for the victory. However, nothing was certain in the eyes of the judges. The ... Continue Reading
2023 Arnold Classic Men’s Physique Results — Erin Banks Was Undeniable
The Arnold Classic Men’s Physique lineup featured defending champion and Olympia champion Erin Banks defending his title against various challengers. The finals occurred on Saturday, March 4, 2023, ... Continue Reading
2023 Bikini International Results — Lauralie Chapados Defends the Throne
Out of the seven IFBB Pro Leagues shows taking place at the 2023 Arnold Classic, Bikini International may have been the most competitive. The defending champion, Lauralie Chapados, battled against 2022 ... Continue Reading
Mitchell Hooper Wins the 2023 Arnold Strongman Classic
The 2023 Arnold Strongman Classic (ASC) on March 3-4, 2023, in Columbus, OH, was a showcase event for Canada's Mitchell Hooper. With the 2022 (ASC) champion Martins Licis vacating his crown by not ... Continue Reading
2023 Arnold Strongman Classic Day Two Recap — Mitchell Hooper Ascends
Going into the second day of competition at the 2023 Arnold Strongman Classic (ASC), Trey Mitchell had a 2.5-point lead on the overall leaderboard ahead of Mitchell Hooper, who had Mateusz Kieliszkowski on ... Continue Reading
Victoria Long Wins 2023 Arnold Strongwoman Classic
What a performance by the USA's Victoria Long on the second day of competition at the 2023 Arnold Strongwoman Classic (ASWC). Many thought they were justified in writing Long off after a lackluster Day One ... Continue Reading
2023 Arnold Classic Wheelchair Division Results — Harold Kelley Dominant
The 2023 Arnold Classic at the 2023 Arnold Sports Festival in Columbus, OH, featured seven bodybuilding divisions across two days of competition. On March 4, 2023, the Wheelchair division took to the main ... Continue Reading
2023 Arnold Strongman Classic Results and Live Update
Since its inception in 2002, the Arnold Strongman Classic (ASC) has become one of the more prestigious strength contests on the planet. Men (and women) from around the globe fly to Columbus, OH, the ... Continue Reading
Victoria Long Pulls 651 Pounds for New Elephant Bar Deadlift World Record
Well, that looked easy. During Event Three of the 2023 Arnold Strongwoman, Victoria Long pulled 651 pounds on her third attempt to set a new Elephant Bar Deadlift World Record. This was a bit of a ... Continue Reading
Ariel Khadr Wins the 2023 Fitness International
The 2023 Arnold Sports Festival (ASF) in Columbus, OH, is home to the second-most prestigious bodybuilding titles outside the Olympia weekend. Part of the 2023 ASF is the Fitness International, which pits ... Continue Reading
2023 Arnold Classic Results — Ramon Rocha Queiroz Triumphant in Classic Physique
The Classic Physique contest at the 2023 Arnold Sports Festival crowned a new champion on March 3, 2023. After two intense rounds of posing for the judges who kept a watchful eye, the runner-up at the 2022 ... Continue Reading
2023 Arnold Classic Results — Live Updates and Winners
Editor's Note: The 2024 Arnold Classic is underway. You can follow along at BarBend's live results page. The first night of the 2023 Arnold Classic weekend is in the bodybuilding history books. The ... Continue Reading