Akbar Djuraev is doing the most. On Jun. 4, 2022, the Tokyo 2020 Olympics gold medalist at 109 kilograms posted a colossal 205-kilogram (451.9-pound) snatch to social media. Not only did Djuraev's lift ... Continue Reading
How to Activate Your Central Nervous System to Become Freakishly Fast
Speed doesn’t kill, but slowness might. Whether you’re an Olympic lifter attempting a new personal record in the snatch or a martial artist in the fight of your life, how explosive you are (or aren’t) ... Continue Reading
Learn the Best Single-Arm Row Variations for Absurd Upper Back Strength
You might love training your back with barbells, and you’re not alone. With these lengthy tools, you can slap on as many weight plates as you’ve trained for and pull incredibly heavy iron off the ground. ... Continue Reading
Laurence Shahlaei and Liz Mason’s Stats Show World’s Strongest Man Events Have Gotten Heavier
Following the KNAACK Giant's Live Medley at the 2022 World's Strongest Man (WSM) Final on May 28, 2022, four-time WSM champion Brian Shaw was interviewed following his sixth-place run of 30.78 ... Continue Reading
How Larry Scott, the First Mr. Olympia, Changed Bodybuilding Forever
Lee Haney and Ronnie Coleman boast eight Mr. Olympia titles apiece. Arnold Schwarzenegger and Phil Heath won seven during their long and successful careers in bodybuilding. The history of the Mr. Olympia ... Continue Reading
Bodybuilder Lee Priest Inducted Into Muscle Beach Hall of Fame
Australian professional bodybuilder Lee Priest is now a member of the Muscle Beach Hall of Fame. The six-time Mr. Olympia competitor was honored in a ceremony at the site of the ... Continue Reading
Mamdouh “Big Ramy” Elssbiay Signals Green Light For 2022 Mr. Olympia Preparations
Mamdouh "Big Ramy" Elssbiay has ranked as the top bodybuilder in the world since 2020 as the reigning Mr. Olympia champion. Despite some concerns about his commitment to the title, “Big Ramy” has made it ... Continue Reading
Check Out Iain Valliere’s 272-Pound Physique 7-Weeks Out From the 2022 Vancouver Pro
IFBB Pro League Men’s Open bodybuilder Iain Valliere is ready to make a splash at his first event of the year. Valliere, who has yet to earn his 2022 Olympia qualification, will attempt to capture it by ... Continue Reading
New Study Suggests Best Times to Train For Abdominal Fat and Blood Pressure Reduction
On May 31, 2022, a study published in Frontiers in Physiology sought to find the best times for men and women to train for optimized health and performance outcomes. While there isn't a position ... Continue Reading
A Preview of the 2022 Toronto Pro Bodybuilding Show
The 2022 Toronto Pro bodybuilding show is set to take place on Sunday, June 5, 2022, in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Ten of the IFBB Pro League’s 11 divisions will have contests at this event. The featured ... Continue Reading
How to Do the Straight-Arm Pulldown — Benefits, Variations, and Muscles Worked
There is nothing that screams strength and power more than a thick, well-developed back. It is essential in almost all of the major lifts you perform in the gym, and the wider your back is, the smaller ... Continue Reading
Antonino Pizzolato (89KG) Sets Clean & Jerk and Total World Records at 2022 European Weightlifting Championships
The 2022 European Weightlifting Championships (EWC) have seen multiple records fall. Occurring in Tishana, Albania, the contest featured Antonino Pizzolato of Italy in the 89-kilogram category. He earned ... Continue Reading
Karlos Nasar (89KG) Scores Three Junior World Records at 2022 European Weightlifting Championships
The 2022 European Weightlifting Championships (EWC) were held from May 28 through June 5, 2022, in Tirana, Albania. 18-year-old weightlifter Karlos Nasar of Bulgaria moved up to the 89-kilogram class for ... Continue Reading
How to Do the Pistol Squat For Mobility and Leg Strength
Bodyweight exercises have a reputation of being easy, a necessary evil if you're without a home gym or stuck on vacation without equipment. Not only are they effective, but certain bodyweight moves are ... Continue Reading
Check Out Hassan Mostafa’s Physique 3 Weeks Out From 2022 Puerto Rico Pro
Men’s Open bodybuilder Hassan Mostafa is adding muscle mass to his gargantuan physique, judging by a recent update he provided on May 1, 2022, to his Instagram page. After comparing his current build ... Continue Reading
Brandon Curry Shares Physique Update As Olympia Prep Heats Up
Bodybuilder Brandon Curry has reached incredible heights in his career as an IFBB Pro, in large part due to his graceful stage presence, excellent conditioning, and overall balanced physique. On June 1, ... Continue Reading
Larry Wheels Hitches a 930-Pound Deadlift Triple in Training
Powerlifter, amateur bodybuilder, and arm-wrestler Larry Wheels is known for making headlines by setting crazy personal records. He did so again on May 31, 2022, when he posted a video on Instagram, ... Continue Reading
The 10 Most Memorable Moments From the 2022 World’s Strongest Man
The 2022 World's Strongest Man (WSM) contest saw Tom Stoltman retain his title and become the 10th strongman in history to win at least two titles and the eighth to ever win back-to-back championships. ... Continue Reading
Bodybuilder James Hollingshead Weighs 290 Pounds Fasted During 2022 Yamamoto Cup Prep
Eying a statement-making performance at the 2022 Yamamoto Cup, bodybuilder James Hollingshead is "turning on contest mode." He revealed a fasting weight of 290-pounds in a recent physique update published ... Continue Reading
Regan Grimes Intends to Add 10 Pounds to His Physique for the 2022 Olympia
Given his young age, Regan Grimes’ rise as a Men’s Open bodybuilder has been especially impressive during his time competing in the IFBB Pro League. Grimes shared an update relating to his off-season ... Continue Reading
15 Best Hamstring Exercises & Workouts for Stronger Legs, DPT-Approved
If you have weak hamstrings, then there’s a strong chance you’re not maxing out on your strength potential for squats and deadlifts. Plus, lack of hamstring eccentric strength is a known cause of hamstring ... Continue Reading
Supercharge Your Workout With This 3-Step Mental Preparation Protocol
People spend tons of time and money on supplements, workout programs, and so-called fitness gurus, but most miss out on huge opportunities for natural performance increases that already exist in their ... Continue Reading
7-Time 212 Olympia Winner Flex Lewis Reflects on Bodybuilding and Retirement
Seven-time 212 Olympia winner James "Flex" Lewis recently mulled over his choice to step away from competitive bodybuilding. Looking back on a historic career that began at 19 years of age, Lewis opened up ... Continue Reading
The Best Conditioning Workouts for Weightlifters to Help You Get Strong, Lean, and Limber
All weightlifters share a common goal of reaching their strength potential. Plenty of time is spent working on adding weight to the bar, but there’s more to the story than just repeatedly going heavy day ... Continue Reading