You might turn to the barbell first and foremost when you want to develop pressing power and upper body mass. But that doesn’t mean the barbell is your only option. The kettlebell clean & press will ... Continue Reading
Cedric McMillan Says “Stomach Issues” Forced Him Out of the 2022 Arnold Classic
On Feb. 24, 2022, bodybuilding fans received a shocker when the Arnold Sports Festival confirmed that Cedric McMillan withdrew from the 2022 Arnold Classic. Why McMillan withdrew was, at the time of the ... Continue Reading
How to Watch the 2022 Arnold Classic
The 2022 Arnold Classic will take place as part of the 2022 Arnold Sports Festival (ASF) in Columbus, OH, on March 4-5, 2022. The 34th edition of the second-most prestigious bodybuilding contest behind the ... Continue Reading
Jimmy Kolb Scores Heaviest Lift In Powerlifting History — 598.7-Kilogram (1,320-Pound) Equipped Bench Press
The all-time heaviest lift in the entirety of powerlifting's history has been exceeded. At the 2022 IPA Pennsylvania State Powerlifting Championships held on Feb. 26-27, 2022, in York, PA, Jimmy Kolb laid ... Continue Reading
Bodybuilder Chris Bumstead’s 5,000-Calorie Day of Eating
Three-time Classic Physique Olympia champion Chris Bumstead is early in his very long off-season. The 2022 Olympia weekend is scheduled for Dec. 16-18, 2022 in Las Vegas, NV, which means there is a lot of ... Continue Reading
“Jim Stoppani Explains” Episode 2: Protein and Intermittent Fasting
BarBend and Generation Iron's weekly interview series with author, exercise physiologist, and creator of JYM Supplement Science Dr. Jim Stoppani debuted on Feb. 21, 2021. In the series ... Continue Reading
What to Consider Before Hiring a Bodybuilding Coach
You’ve done all the research you can possibly do online and spent countless hours pouring over all posing videos in the wild west of YouTube. You put in long, dedicated hours in the gym. Secretly, you've ... Continue Reading
Who Is Going to Win the 2022 Arnold Classic?
The 2022 Arnold Classic will be the 34th edition of the historic bodybuilding contest. It’s considered the second-highest honor a competitor could win in the sport — only the Mr. Olympia title is ... Continue Reading
IFBB Pro Bodybuilders Brett Wilkin & Iain Valliere Train Shoulders and Triceps Ahead of 2022 Arnold Classic
IFBB Pro League Men’s Open bodybuilders Brett Wilkin and Iain Valliere joined forces for a few training sessions while Wilkin was visiting his coach, Matt Jansen, at the Revive Gym in Stuart, FL. One of ... Continue Reading
2022 Britain’s Strongest Man Results — Tom Stoltman Defends His Title
Tom "The Albatross" Stoltman wins the 43rd edition of Britain's Strongest Man. The 27-year old successfully defended his BSM title on Feb. 26 at the Utilita Arena in Sheffield, England, against 10 other ... Continue Reading
What Are Appetite Suppressants and Do They Work?
Maybe you’ve read about appetite suppressants or seen them advertised when you’re picking up your protein powders. You might also hear about them on your social media feed or in your gym’s locker room. ... Continue Reading
Avoid These Beginner Lifting Mistakes to Save Time & Make More Progress
“Newbie gains” can unfortunately give a false sense of confidence in your first few years of training. Although you’re bound to make a great deal of progress no matter what, prolonging the length of time ... Continue Reading
Oleksii Novikov is Raising Money for Ukrainian Soldiers Fighting Against the Russian Invasion
On Feb. 23, 2022, Russian President Vladimir Putin authorized the military invasion of Ukraine after building up hundreds of thousands of Russian soldiers on the Ukrainian border for over a year. As of ... Continue Reading
Nick Walker’s New Bodybuilding Coach is Dominick Mutascio
Nick Walker had a tremendous debut season as a professional bodybuilder in 2021. He scored a win at the 2021 Arnold Classic and landed in fifth-place in his Mr. Olympia debut. To jump to the top of the ... Continue Reading
Bodybuilder Cedric McMillan Officially Out Of the 2022 Arnold Classic
Cedric McMillan is not competing at the 2022 Arnold Classic. News of McMillan's withdrawal started to circulate on Feb. 25, 2022. The Arnold Sports Festival confirmed directly to BarBend that McMillan is ... Continue Reading
Benefits of Greens Powder
You don’t need a peer-reviewed scientific study to tell you that eating vegetables is good for your overall health. (1) Heck, it’s why the World Health Organization (WHO) recommends eating at least 400 ... Continue Reading
St. Louis to Host 2022 World Para Powerlifting Parapan American Championships From July 8-11
International Para Powerlifting competition is finally coming stateside. The 2022 World Powerlifting Parapan American Championships (WPPAC) will be hosted by the William D.Purser, DC Center on the campus ... Continue Reading
Rogue Echo Air Bike Review
If you are looking for a way to increase your cardio endurance and burn extra calories, The Rogue Echo Air Bike is a great option worth considering. Known as a “calorie bike” for its ability to help you ... Continue Reading
Feeling Stuck in the Gym? Here’s How to Break Through Weightlifting Plateaus
Weightlifting makes you stronger, but that pathway isn't always linear. Eventually, you'll likely find yourself going longer and longer between new personal records or bigger totals. This is the ... Continue Reading
Hidetada Yamagishi Says He’s Retired From Competitive Bodybuilding
Men's Open and 212 bodybuilder Hidetada Yamagishi says he's retired from competitive bodybuilding, capping a professional career that dates back to 2005. Yamagishi made the news official during an ... Continue Reading
Different Types of Barbells & How to Use Them to Gain Strength or Size
To the untrained eye, a bag of golf clubs may look like little more than a collection of shiny sticks. For the professional golfer, that same bag contains the specific tools they need to get the job done ... Continue Reading
Bodybuilder Terrence Ruffin Learns to Train Around Injuries From Coach Joe Bennett
With the 2022 Arnold Classic fast approaching on March 4-5, 2022, in Columbus, OH, the elite bodybuilders who will compete are dialing in their preps to peak at the most opportune moments. With that comes ... Continue Reading
Here’s Who to Watch at the 2022 Bikini International Contest at the Arnold Classic
Bodybuilding fans are used to repeat champs. Since the first Olympia was held in 1965, the Men's Open division has seen 16 champions. Dominance is admired, but it can get stale to some. The Bikini ... Continue Reading
Bodybuilder Joe Mackey Deadlifts 870-Pound Top Single In Training
2022 is the year of the deadlift for bodybuilder Joe Mackey. The 37-year old's training grabbed the attention of the bodybuilding world on Jan. 15, 2022, when he hit an 800-pound deadlift triple. A week ... Continue Reading