Towering at six-foot, two inches tall, and 270 pounds, actor, model, and bodybuilder Mike O’Hearn is a force in the gym. He hasn’t maintained his lifestyle for so many years without sufficient training ... Continue Reading
A Preview of the Individual Women’s CrossFit Roster at the 2022 Rogue Invitational
The leading storyline in the women's field at the 2022 Rogue Invitational CrossFit competition is obvious: For the first time ever, the champion will (most likely) not be named Tia-Clair Toomey. After ... Continue Reading
7 Benefits of Protein for Health and Performance
When you’re looking to bolster your training regimen with a well-rounded supplement plan, odds are you’ll look for the best protein powders first. After all, would vitamin shops around the nation ... Continue Reading
The Complete Guide to Reverse Pyramid Training for Strength and Muscle
There are many ways to skin a cat in the iron game. Trying to build strength, muscle, or even endurance can allow for a diverse range of training protocols suited to your needs and your training ... Continue Reading
Is America Getting Less Fit? (with Kenny Santucci)
Today I'm talking to one of my longtime friends in the fitness space, Kenny Santucci. Kenny is actually joining the podcast for the second time. He's a trainer, multi-time gym owner, and founder of the ... Continue Reading
Living.Fit Foam Roller Review
Recovery is a big part of an athlete's workout routine. Foam rollers — like the Living.Fit Foam Roller — are a much cheaper alternative than seeing a massage therapist, or spending a couple ... Continue Reading
Bodybuilder Seth Feroce’s Arm Workout Tips for Maximum Pump
Former competitive bodybuilder and current muscle-building guru Seth Feroce took a break from posting his popular YouTube vlogs for a couple of months, but he stayed busy during that time. He says he’s ... Continue Reading
2022 Giants Live World Tour Finals Results — Mitchell Hooper’s Winning Streak Continues
Mitchell Hooper seems unstoppable. The strongman is new to the competitive pro scene in 2022 and has been heating up since his international contest debut at the 2022 World's Strongest Man (WSM) contest. ... Continue Reading
Nabil Lahlou (67.5 KG) Deadlifts All Time Raw World Record 318 Kilograms (701 Pounds)
67.5-kilogram powerlifter Nabil Lahlou has made powerlifting history by becoming the first male athlete in that weight class to break the 700-pound barrier on the raw deadlift. On Oct. 8, 2022, the ... Continue Reading
The 14 Best Bench Press Accessory Exercises, Period
The barbell bench press is a rite of passage lift for most lifters and is an integral member of the powerlifting big three. It is so well known and regarded that it has a name of the week named after it — ... Continue Reading
2022 Tsunami Nutrition Cup Bodybuilding Show Results — James Hollingshead Victorious
Two pro bodybuilding shows were taking place on two different continents on Sunday, Oct. 9, 2022. The 2022 Legion Sports Fest was being held in Reno, NV, but first was the 2022 Tsunami Nutrition Cup in ... Continue Reading
2022 Legion Sports Fest Bodybuilding Show Results — Tonio Burton Win’s Men’s Open
The 2022 IFBB Pro League Legion Sports Fest bodybuilding show took place on Sunday, Oct. 9, 2022, and a one-time 212 competitor has won the Men’s Open contest for the second straight year. Former ... Continue Reading
How to Perform a Picture-Perfect Sit-Up for Stronger Abs
Chances are you probably did sit-ups way back in gym class, long before you ever thought about developing your core musculature or picking up a barbell to gain strength. The classic sit-up, ... Continue Reading
How To Use Negative Reps for Positive Gains
It’s crucial to leave no stone unturned when you’re chasing maximal gains. This may mean scouring new training programs, periodization methods, or exercises to bolster your current regimen. Or, it can be ... Continue Reading
PowerBlock Adjustable Dumbbells Review
We love a good pair of dumbbells as much as the next person, but things can get a little crowded when adding a full set to your home gym. Adjustable dumbbells, like the PowerBlock Pro 50s, serve a very ... Continue Reading
What Is Muscle Maturity, Anyway?
Bodybuilding is a rich and storied sport. Since its earliest days, athletes have been borderline obsessed with the pursuit of the perfect physique. That century-spanning pursuit has created more than a few ... Continue Reading
How Body Conditioning Can Burn Fat and Boost Your Work Capacity
Your conditioning has to be on point if you want to improve your performance both in and out of the gym, or if you happen to be invested in changing your physique. But what is conditioning exactly? ... Continue Reading
How Cheat Meals Fit Into Bikini Olympia Champion Jennifer Dorie’s Prep
Every prep is different for different athletes. Reigning Bikini Olympia champion Jennifer Dorie has prepped without cheat meals for 15 to 16 weeks and preps with cheat meals every week or biweekly until a ... Continue Reading
2022 Legion Sports Fest Bodybuilding Show Preview
October is here, and that means the road to the 2022 Olympia is coming down the home stretch, with the next bodybuilding contest on the schedule taking place in the same state as the Olympia itself. The ... Continue Reading
Bodybuilder Hunter Labrada Details One Exercise for Growing Bigger Legs
Bulging, powerful legs are critical to any winning physique. Just ask Jay Cutler, whose mammoth quads turned him into an Olympia legend and the subject of one of the most iconic bodybuilding photos ... Continue Reading
Strongman Nicolas Cambi (U105KG) Sets Heavy Dumbbell World Record of 285 Pounds
When it comes to strongman competition in the under-105-kilogram (U105KG) weight class, Nicolas Cambi seems like a safe bet to win any contest he enters. On Oct. 1, 2022, at the 2022 America's Strongest ... Continue Reading
How to Do the Cable Crossover for a Bigger, Buffer Chest
The bench press may not be your best bet for big pecs. Make no mistake, barbells are fantastic tools for getting stronger and gaining muscle. They don’t need to be the start and end of your exercise ... Continue Reading
How to Watch the 2022 IWF Asian Weightlifting Championships
The International Weightlifting Federation's (IWF) Asian Weightlifting Championships (AWC) are set to take place from Oct. 6-16, 2022, in Manama, Bahrain. While the event is known for its particularly ... Continue Reading
Four-Time Mr. Olympia Jay Cutler Reveals His Top 5 Bodybuilders of All Time
Go on any bodybuilding forum or subreddit, and you’ll see one question brought up regularly: Who’s the best bodybuilder of all time? It’s a discussion that spans different eras and pits aesthetic physiques ... Continue Reading