Buying high-quality fitness equipment, such as a treadmill, doesn’t have to be an expensive endeavor. The Sole F65 is an affordable option that can deliver the same quality and features as its more ... Continue Reading
Sole F85 Treadmill Review
If you’re looking for a new treadmill that’s heavy on technology, you might want to consider the Sole F85. This luxury treadmill features a 4.0 HP motor, a foldable “Z-shaped” frame, and a ... Continue Reading
The Best Home Workout Programs for Any Training Goal
No matter how dedicated you might be, there are going to be times when getting to the gym might be difficult or impossible — either due to a hectic work/life schedule or a global pandemic shutting down ... Continue Reading
Sole TT8 Treadmill Review
Finding the right treadmill is a daunting task with so many models available. But if you’re looking for one with a 4.0 HP motor, a 400-pound weight capacity, and heavy-duty three-inch rollers, the ... Continue Reading
Throwing Down the Hammer (with Steph Hammerman)
Today we're talking to athlete and coach Steph Hammerman, better known online as Steph the Hammer. Steph was born with cerebral palsy, and since discovering CrossFit years ago, she’s been a prominent force ... Continue Reading
2020 Olympia Saturday Finals Report — Mr. Olympia, Classic Physique, Men’s Physique & Bikini
Saturday night at the Olympia on a normal year is exciting and symbolic. Fans are always excited to see the best bodies in fitness competing. For the athletes, it’s symbolic because it’s the culmination of ... Continue Reading
The Best Types of Supplements for Performance, Weight Loss, and Health
Nowadays, a trip to your local health store can be overwhelming. Even if you know what to look for — and you may not — there are so many options. And every capsule and powder claims to give you healthier ... Continue Reading
What Changed About Women and Strength (with Liz Plosser)
Today we're talking to Liz Plosser, the Editor in Chief of Women’s Health. Liz is one of the fitness industry’s head honchos when it comes to content, but journalism definitely wasn’t the first place her ... Continue Reading
Enter to Win Our Kettlebell Kings 2020 Holiday Giveaway!
It's the season of giving — and swinging kettlebells. And to celebrate, we're launching an epic giveaway with our friends over at Kettlebell Kings. One lucky winner will receive: 4 Powder Coated ... Continue Reading
Sole F80 Treadmill Review
The Sole F80 Treadmill is an excellent option for those looking to add a modernized treadmill to their home gym without breaking the bank. Despite its sub-$2,000 price, it still has some solid features, ... Continue Reading
TrueForm Runner Treadmill Review
Not all treadmills are built the same. Some feature touchscreen monitors and automatic adjustments, some stick to the basics, while others — like the TrueForm Runner — feature a curved ... Continue Reading
How to Breathe Fire (with Bill Grundler)
Today we're talking to Bill Grundler, a coach, athlete, and media personality who’s been one of CrossFit’s most visible personalities for nearly a decade. Bill also owns CrossFit Inferno and co-hosts the ... Continue Reading
How to Gain Muscle — A Guide to Eating for Mass
There are tons of diet and nutrition clichés we can throw at you: “Muscles are made in the kitchen, not the gym,” “you can’t out-exercise a bad diet,” and the age-old classic “you are what you eat." Here’s ... Continue Reading
From A Stopped Heart to Weightlifting Rebirth (Jon North)
Today we're talking to weightlifter, coach, and former bodybuilder Jon North, who has been a prominent figure in American Strength Sports for nearly a decade. Jon’s story is one with a number of twists ... Continue Reading
6 Training Methods to Stay on Track During the Holidays
For the fitness-focused, the holidays can be a figurative minefield of dietary and training missteps. Between Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years', there are ample opportunities to overindulge and skip ... Continue Reading
History’s Strongest Women (with Haley Shapley)
Today we're talking to writer and journalist Haley Shapley, the author of Strong Like Her. Published earlier in 2020, Strong Like Her is an examination and celebration of women’s athleticism and strength ... Continue Reading
Weightlifting Loses 76 Spots In New Athlete Quota For 2024 Paris Olympic Games
On Dec. 7, 2020, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) Executive Board approved the event program for the 2024 Paris Olympic Games. Additionally, they adjusted the athlete quota for the entire Olympic ... Continue Reading
Petr Petras Breaks All-Time World Raw Powerlifting Total Record
Super-heavyweight powerlifter Petr Petras of Czechia made history in his sport on December 5, 2020. That is because he competed at a meet in Odessa, Ukraine, and by the conclusion of that meet, he took ... Continue Reading
What You Need to Know About How to Build Muscle
Building a lean, muscular physique complete with peaked biceps and a ripped midsection isn’t as easy as those 1970s movie training montages make it seem — it takes a lot of time, steadfast dedication, and ... Continue Reading
Former NABBA Mr. Universe Bodybuilder Chet Yorton Dies At 81
Two-time NABBA Mr. Universe bodybuilding champion Chet Yorton has died at the age of 81. Word of his passing had been rumored over the last week, but Yorton’s daughter, Shannan, confirmed the news of his ... Continue Reading
How I Address Back Pain After Heavy Deadlifting & Squatting
There is rarely a strength athlete who has not experienced back pain at one point in their career. When it hits the pain can be so devastating, bending forward to pick a pencil off the ground can feel like ... Continue Reading
9 Types of Diets — How They Work and Pros & Cons
Diet culture feels more ubiquitous than ever before. Gone are the days where most folks would grab a hard roll, slather on some butter, and get on with their lives. Now, there’s a seemingly endless number ... Continue Reading
Doughnuts to Power Your Deadlifts (with Amanda Kohatsu)
Today we're talking to Amanda Kohatsu, an elite powerlifter who’s also the owner and CEO of Doughnuts & Deadlifts, an apparel brand focused on the strength community. We chat about how Amanda took over ... Continue Reading
The Best Core Exercises for Strength, and 3 Core Workouts
Key Points Want a ripped six-pack? Yeah, us too. But here’s the thing — your core is more than your abdominal muscles. Looking great at the beach is all well and good, but robust and functional core ... Continue Reading