Remember: The Open begins in 23 days. Register here. When the CrossFit Open first started in 2011, there were 10 total divisions (plus the Affiliate Cup) that competed over five weeks to qualify for ... Continue Reading
Develop These 5 Habits for a Leaner Physique
Unless you’re naturally ripped — burning fat while minimizing muscle loss — getting and staying lean is a feat only one in 10 people achieve, says Built by Science Founder Jeremy Ethier. After ... Continue Reading
2025 Arnold Classic Physique Preview
The 2025 Arnold Classic Physique contest will be held on Friday, Feb. 28, 2025, as part of the Arnold Classic in Columbus, OH. This is the first Classic Physique event on the 2025 IFBB Professional League ... Continue Reading
Mateusz Kieliszkowski Is out of 2025 Arnold Strongman Classic
2024 Magnus Ver Magnusson Classic winner Mateusz Kieliszkowski has formally removed his name from the 2025 Arnold Strongman Classic (ASC) roster. The 2025 ASC will occur in Columbus, OH, from Feb. 28 ... Continue Reading
Do Eliminations at the Olympia Create the Right Incentives?
With the 2025 bodybuilding season quickly approaching, some fans, athletes, and experts have debated implementing eliminations. The issue has become a popular talking point because of the length of ... Continue Reading
Reps Ahead Pro 6 Showcase Recap: Vets and Newbies Collide in Miami
Note: Be sure to catch up on our Reps Pro 6 preview before reading further. Reps Ahead Pro 6 went down in Miami Beach last week under the bright TYR Wodapalooza lights. Both the men’s and ... Continue Reading
Do You Actually Need Carbs Before Training?
Many athletes fuel up before a workout to boost energy and enhance performance. Experts often advocate for carb-rich meals, citing their ability to provide energy ... Continue Reading
Annie Thorisdottir to Skip 2025 CrossFit Season, Cites Disappointing Response to Dukic’s Death
For the first time, the “Dottirs” of Iceland (Sara Sigmundsdottir, Annie Thorisdottir, and Katrin Davidsdottir) threw down side by side by side at TYR Wodapalooza in Miami Beach at the end of ... Continue Reading
A Closer Look at Nick Walker’s Super-Slow Push Day Training
IFBB Professional League Men’s Open bodybuilder Nick Walker is expected to compete at the 2025 Pittsburgh Pro in Pittsburgh, PA, on Saturday, May 10. Walker, the 2021 Arnold Classic champion, seeks ... Continue Reading
Regan Grimes Recreates Phil Heath’s Prime Leg Training
IFBB Professional League Men’s Open bodybuilder Regan Grimes will return to the competitive stage at the 2025 New York Pro on Saturday, May 17, 2025, in Teaneck, NJ. During his prep, Grimes devoted a ... Continue Reading
ICYMI: Angelica Teixeira to Retire After 2025 Bikini International
Two-time Bikini Olympia champion and two-time Bikini International winner Angelica Teixeira intends to retire from competition after this year's Bikini International. This contest is a part of the Arnold ... Continue Reading
2025 Britain’s Strongest Man Results
The 2025 Britain's Strongest Man (BSM) contest took place in Sheffield, England, on Feb. 1. The single-day contest featured 12 athletes representing four countries clashing through five events: Sandbang ... Continue Reading
Invictus Launches New Total Strength Program Created by Games Podium Athletes Sam Dancer and Holden Rethwill
It is a new year and an excellent chance to switch up your training. Invictus has you covered! This program was created to push your limits, maximize your gains, and elevate your performance, ... Continue Reading
3 Athletes Who Turned Heads at 2025 TYR Wodapalooza
Every year, TYR Wodapalooza seems to be a coming-out party for at least a couple of athletes. Last week's fitness festival in Miami Beach, FL, was no exception. Beyond Campbell, a handful of ... Continue Reading
How the Strongest Man on Earth Eats on the Road
From Feb. 28 to March 1, the reigning Strongest Man on Earth (SMoE), Mitchell Hooper, will contend for his third straight Arnold Strongman Classic (ASC) title in Columbus, ... Continue Reading
Warm-Ups, Recovery Times, and New Techniques — 5 Tips To Improve Muscle Gains
Warming up can improve performance in the gym by boosting blood flow and raising body temperature, which can help prevent injuries. What does an effective warm-up look like? Dr. Mike Israetel, who has ... Continue Reading
Urs Kalecinski Reveals His Off-Season Muscle-Building Meals
Urs Kalecinski placed third at the 2024 Classic Physique Olympia. Now that six-time champion Chris Bumstead is retired, Kalecinski's star could shine brighter than ... Continue Reading
Does Resistance Training Improve Academic Performance?
The benefits of physical activity for the body and mind are irrefutable. Research shows more exercise is better, but any amount is beneficial. (1) Champion powerlifter and scientist Dr. Layne Norton ... Continue Reading
Wesley Vissers’ Interview on Hany Rambod’s The Truth Podcast
2024 Arnold Classic Physique champion Wesley Vissers is preparing to defend his title at the 2025 Arnold Classic in Columbus, OH, on the weekend of Feb. 28 through March 1, 2024. Vissers was recently a ... Continue Reading
Reebok Nano X5 Debuts at TYR Wodapalooza in Miami
The Reebok Nano X5 made its debut last weekend in Miami Beach, FL. Remind Me In mid-December, Reebok shared that the new Nano X5 was set to be released at the end of January. Last month, ... Continue Reading
Bodybuilder Julia Rene’s Muscle-Building Recipes
Fitness diets are often associated with a life of dry chicken breasts, bland veggies, and endless suffering. IFBB Wellness pro bodybuilder and coach Julia Rene demonstrated they can be delicious, ... Continue Reading
Which CrossFit Games Vets Will Thrive in 2025 Season Structure—and Who Won’t?
The 2025 season is almost underway, and we finally know what it’s going to take to qualify for the 2025 CrossFit Games. Remind Me Ultimately, there are three paths to earn one of the 30 men's ... Continue Reading
Is This the Pound-for-Pound Strongest Gym in the USA?
2019 World’s Strongest Man (WSM) Martins Licis stepped back from strongman competitions in 2024 due to injury. During his recovery, Licis explores the strength world, immersing himself ... Continue Reading
Sadik Hadzovic’s 3 Go-To Meals for Mass Gain
Classic Physique bodybuilder Sadik Hadzovic weighed 130 pounds at 18 years old. After repeatedly failing to gain size, he cracked the growth code with three basic, cost-effective, high-calorie ... Continue Reading