Classic Physique competitor Terrence Ruffin is widely regarded as one of the most graceful posers in the IFBB Pro League. In a recent YouTube video published on May 30, 2022, Ruffin peeled back the curtain ... Continue Reading
Jay Cutler, a 4-Time Mr. Olympia, Shares ‘a Day in Paradise’ Training Back
Despite taking a step away from the competitive landscape, bodybuilding legend Jay Cutler hasn’t slowed down in the gym and showed as much with a recent series of back workouts. Another day in ... Continue Reading
Olympic Champion Akbar Djuraev (109KG) Clean & Jerks Unofficial World Record 245KG in Training
Djuraev is widening his lead. On May 27, 2022, the 2020 Olympic Games gold medalist in the Men's 109-kilogram division posted a massive training lift to social media. The Uzbek weightlifter successfully ... Continue Reading
Interview: 2022 WSM Winner Tom Stoltman Talks Atlas Stone Nerves & Trusting His Coach
On May 29, 2022, Tom Stoltman of Scotland stepped onto the highest step of the awards podium at the World's Strongest Man (WSM) contest for the second straight year. He won five out of six events in his ... Continue Reading
Live from World’s Strongest Man (with Phil Blechman)
Today I’m talking to BarBend News Editor Phil Blechman. Phil is covering the 2022 World’s Strongest Man contest live on the ground in Sacramento, California. We’re recording this podcast on the Friday ... Continue Reading
2022 World’s Strongest Man Day Five Results — Tom Stoltman Reigns Atop the Power Stairs
The 2022 World's Strongest Man (WSM) contest is complete. Tom Stoltman of Scotland earned his second WSM title in as many years on the back of a stellar performance in the Final, where he never finished ... Continue Reading
2022 World’s Strongest Man Atlas Stones Results — Tom Stoltman Triumphant
The final event of the 2022 World's Strongest Man (WSM) contest was the Atlas Stones. Two former WSM champions — Tom Stoltman and Oleksii Novikov — were separated by 1.5 points atop the leaderboard and ... Continue Reading
2022 World’s Strongest Man Results and Leaderboard
Editor’s Note: The 2023 World’s Strongest Man is live. Check out the latest results and our live leaderboard here. Tom Stoltman is your 2022 World's Strongest Man Champion! The 27-year-old claimed ... Continue Reading
Charles Griffen Wins 2022 California State Pro Bodybuilding Show
Charles Griffen is your 2022 California State Pro winner. Griffen posed off against nine other IFBB Pro League competitors in San Diego, CA on Saturday, May 28, 2022, and was the last man onstage at the ... Continue Reading
2022 World’s Strongest Man Reign Total Body Fuel Power Stairs Results — Boudreault Steps Up
The second-to-last event of the 2022 World's Strongest Man (WSM) contest was the return of the Reign Total Body Fuel Power Stairs. As the leaderboard got ever closer to its final form, strongmen still in ... Continue Reading
2022 World’s Strongest Man Bus Pull Results — No Stopping Novikov
The last day of the 2022 World's Strongest Man (WSM) final got underway with the Bus Pull — the first of three events before a 2022 WSM champion is crowned. Each of the 10 finalists attempted to pull an ... Continue Reading
How to Use Portion Control to Stay on Top of Your Nutrition Goals
You’re gearing up for a new training cycle and you know you need to lock in your nutrition game if you’re going to crush your goals. But haphazardly slinging a protein bar into your gym bag and then eating ... Continue Reading
2022 World’s Strongest Man Day 4 Results — Novikov in the Lead
The Final of the 2022 World's Strongest Man (WSM) got underway on May 28, 2022, with the first three of six events that will ultimately determine the 2022 WSM champion. The day opened with the KNAACK ... Continue Reading
2022 World’s Strongest Man Flintstone Barbell Results — World Records Galore
The third and final event of the first day of the 2022 World's Strongest Man (WSM) Final in Sacramento, CA, was the return of the Flintstone Barbell. Not seen on this stage since 1995, strongmen attempted ... Continue Reading
Promoter Mark Boyd Steps Down From World’s Ultimate Strongman
Former World’s Ultimate Strongman (WUS) Co-Owner, Mark Boyd, is no longer affiliated with the organization. On May 27, 2022, Boyd and Core Sports — the parent company of WUS — released separate statements, ... Continue Reading
2022 World’s Strongest Man Deadlift Results — Novikov Nose Bleeds To 15 Reps
The second event of the 2022 World's Strongest Man (WSM) Final in Sacramento, CA, was Deadlift. As it was at the 2021 WSM contest, the Deadlift was for max reps of a 360-kilogram (795-pound) Jeep in the ... Continue Reading
How to Choose the Right Powerbuilding Exercises for Your Goals
Maybe you’re a powerlifter who wants your strength to be reflected in your musculature. Or you might be a bodybuilder who wants to be as strong as you look. Even if you have no aspirations to compete — or ... Continue Reading
2022 World’s Strongest Man KNAACK Giant’s Medley Results — Hooper Hits Again
The opening event of the 2022 World's Strongest Man (WSM) Final in Sacramento, CA, was the KNAACK Giant's Medley. The 10 finalists were tasked to carry two KNAACK boxes filled with 125 kilograms (275.6 ... Continue Reading
Learn the Preacher Curl to Build Strong and Inspiring Biceps
Stroll into your gym any day of the week and you’re bound to see at least one person in a cut-off muscle tank doing some kind of biceps curl. The traditional biceps curl is a rite of passage in the gym — ... Continue Reading
2022 World’s Strongest Man Final Predictions
The 2022 World's Strongest Man (WSM) Final roster was set following the third day of the Qualifying stage. My name is Phil Blechman, and I'm on the ground in Sacramento, CA, covering the 2022 WSM ... Continue Reading
Rogue Kettlebell vs. Onnit Kettlebell
While there are many solid pieces of equipment that you can add to your home gym, one of the most versatile pieces is often overlooked — the good ol’ fashioned kettlebell. Two of the most ... Continue Reading
Again Faster Kettlebell Review
If you’re looking to switch up your workouts in the weight room, Again Faster offers some solid kettlebells to consider adding to your home gym. Ranging from nine pounds to 70 pounds, ... Continue Reading
2022 California State Pro Bodybuilding Show Preview
The next stop on the road to the 2022 Mr. Olympia is the 2022 California State Pro bodybuilding show. This contest will be held in San Diego, CA, on Saturday, May 28, 2022. At the time of this ... Continue Reading
The 15 Best Lunge Variations to Level Up Your Leg Day
You’ve spent the week dreading it, but leg day is finally here. Your first go-to is likely the back squat — and with good reason. Barbell squats help you move a tremendous amount of weight. Along with ... Continue Reading