There was a time when low-cost budget equipment meant one of two things: Either it was second hand, or it would break within the first few uses. Thankfully, consumers have more options than ever when it ... Continue Reading
Everything You Need to Know About Mass Gainers
Bold claims and lofty promises are a hallmark of the supplement industry today. From fat burners to pre-workouts, many products promise to deliver extraordinary results in a timely manner, from “shredding ... Continue Reading
Lasha Talakhadze Hits Heaviest Snatch and Clean & Jerk Ever Caught on Film — 225KG and 270KG
On April 29, 2021, Lasha Talakhadze of Georgia posted two videos to his Instagram account of him snatching 225 kilograms (496 pounds) and clean-and-jerking 270 kilograms (595 pounds). These lifts were done ... Continue Reading
12 Science-Backed Benefits of Squats You Should Know About
We don't need to tell you that the squat is worth doing, but there are probably more benefits to doing squats than you're aware of. For one, squatting is a movement pattern we engage in daily — like when ... Continue Reading
The Best Water Bottles For Sports, Flip Tops, and More
Shopping for a water bottle can be packed with decisions. Do you want a squeeze bottle or a flip-top? One is easier for quick sips on short breaks during a basketball or soccer game, but the other might be ... Continue Reading
Squat Vs. Deadlift — Which Is Better For Strength, Mass, and Power?
If you ask around your gym about whether the squat or deadlift is truly king, you’ll probably get as many different answers as there are people you ask. But it doesn’t have to be one or the other — there ... Continue Reading
Over 5,000 Calories — A Day Of Eating For Strongman Oleksii Novikov
Being the World's Strongest Man (WSM) takes a lot of hard work. Training consistently with extremely heavy loads, maintaining sufficient supplementation, getting proper recovery, and eating enough food ... Continue Reading
The Heaviest Deadlifts Ever Pulled
Some people say the squat is the king of the lifts, but we’re not sure it deserves the title outright. There’s something just damn impressive — and impressively simple — about picking up really heavy ... Continue Reading
Cluster Sets Are the Intensity Booster Your Workouts Need
There are multiple workout variables to take into account when it comes to improving power, strength, and size. Possibly the biggest variable when aiming to accomplish one of them or all of the goals is ... Continue Reading
These Are the World’s Best Gyms (with Kris Gethin)
Today we're talking to Kris Gethin, a renowned bodybuilder, biohacker, and owner of KAGED Muscle Supplements. Kris, who joins us on the podcast for a second time, is also an extreme sports junkie, and ... Continue Reading
Jefferson Squat vs. Back Squat — How and When to Do Each Exercise
It’s leg day, and you want to make sure you’re choosing the most effective leg exercises for lower-body hypertrophy, strength-building, or whatever your particular goals are this training cycle. Whether ... Continue Reading
The Best Weight Racks for Dumbbells, Barbells, Weight Plates and More
Storage is almost always an issue with gym equipment. Whether you’re working out in your garage or in a gym, being able to keep everything neat and tidy is one thing, but making sure that it doesn’t take ... Continue Reading
Powerlifter Panagiotis Tarinidis Obliterates the 66KG World Record Total By 20 Kilograms in Training
If you're a lifter, few things feel as good as a stellar workout. You know, the training sessions where you set a new one-rep max or your form clicks during sets of sumo deadlifts. If you're French ... Continue Reading
iFit Review – Is Virtual Coaching The New Normal?
The “workout from home” era has ushered in a surge of virtual fitness platforms and spiked interest from consumers looking to get the most out of their home gyms. Interactive streaming services like iFit ... Continue Reading
The Differences Between the Push Press Vs. Overhead Press Explained
Pressing weight overhead is a surefire way to increase overhead strength, add more mass to your deltoids, and reinforce shoulder mobility. None of that is new news. The more pressing question becomes which ... Continue Reading
Do the Suitcase Deadlift For a Strong Grip and More Muscle
The suitcase deadlift — where you perform a deadlift with one side of your body loaded — is more useful than you may think. First, think about how often you carry something in one hand, be it a bag of ... Continue Reading
Martins Licis Talks 2021 Competition Plans and His Strongman Future (Podcast)
Today we're talking to an athlete who probably needs little introduction: Martins Licis, the 2019 World’s Strongest Man and one of the strength world’s most charismatic athletes. We don’t want to say too ... Continue Reading
Why The Home Gym Craze Is Here To Stay (Brought to You by Tempo)
There are many reasons to own a home gym — convenience, cleanliness, and affordability all come to mind. Of course, that’s always been the case. The desire to stay at home for a workout is even stronger ... Continue Reading
How to Program for CrossFit Athletes Returning After a Break
As vaccinations roll out, more and more people are feeling comfortable returning to their local CrossFit gym. Many of these people, however, have had severely altered training habits for the last year or ... Continue Reading
6 Chest Exercises Without Weights That Build Size and Strength
Push-ups are the green beans of your chest day. You know the full-body control, stability, and core strength to be gained from what is essentially a moving plank are next to none. Still, they're not nearly ... Continue Reading
Omega 3 Benefits — More Muscle, Better Recovery, and Enhanced Endurance
“Eat more fish.” It’s the resounding chorus from just about every doctor and nutritionist out there. And no wonder: There have been literally thousands of studies published since the early 1970s showing ... Continue Reading
USA Powerlifting Unhappy With IPF’s 2021 Mandate to Be WADA Compliant
On April 15, 2021, USA Powerlifting (USAPL) posted on Instagram, revealing issues they have with the International Powerlifting Federation's (IPF's) 2021 anti-doping policy. For context, the IPF is the ... Continue Reading
Best GHD Machines For The Money, Small Spaces and More
Alongside the Reverse Hyper, the GHD (Glute-Hamstring Developer) might be one of the most neglected machines in the gym. And it’s unfortunate because the GHD has the potential to transform your training — ... Continue Reading
Best Running Shoes for High Arches, Flat Feet, Cross Training, and More
Running shoes are a necessity for athletes looking to hit the track, trail, or pavement. Whether you’re an aspiring beginner, an intermediate pavement-pounder, or an advanced athlete, running shoes provide ... Continue Reading