Unless you’re genetically gifted, most people have a stubborn muscle group that refuses to grow — and there are legitimate reasons for that (which we'll get into below). But you also don't want to throw in ... Continue Reading
Margaux Alvarez: The CrossFit Games, Wine, and Long Drive Competitions (Podcast)
Margaux Alvarez is a 7-time CrossFit Games athlete, long drive competitor, coach, and wine entrepreneur. She's one of the most multi-talented personalities in fitness, and her future in CrossFit — and ... Continue Reading
Why Protein and Oats Are a Perfect Muscle-Building Combo (Brought to You by Kaged Muscle)
If you're training in the gym to pack on muscle and get stronger without the same dedication in the kitchen, you might stunt your gains. While resistance training will improve muscle hypertrophy, ... Continue Reading
The Best 15 Minute Workouts for Strength, Conditioning, and More
You might love a long workout as much as the next gym nerd. But sometimes you can’t spend hours in the gym. You might be traveling, working hard at that new job, or just need to squeeze in an extra ... Continue Reading
1982 Mr. Olympia Chris Dickerson Reportedly Dies at Age 82
1982 Mr. Olympia Chris Dickerson has reportedly passed away on Dec. 23, 2021, at the age of 82. The cause of death has not yet been made available. Dickerson was the sixth winner of bodybuilding’s ... Continue Reading
Rebecca Roberts Victorious — 2021 World’s Strongest Woman Results
What a way to close out 2021. Rebecca Roberts, representing Wales, is the 2021 World's Strongest Woman (WSW) champion. From Dec. 12-14, 2021, the competition took place in Daytona Beach, FL, and featured ... Continue Reading
Strongwoman Melissa Peacock Deadlifts 550-Pound Beltless PR
The 2020 Arnold Strongwoman Classic champion in the U82KG class gave herself a pretty nice gift for the holidays. On Dec. 21, 2021, Melissa Peacock of Canada took to her Instagram page to share a video of ... Continue Reading
Larry Wheels Performs 111-Kilogram (245-Pound) Seated Barbell Curls
Powerlifter, strongman, and current arm-wrestling competitor Larry Williams, a.k.a. “Larry Wheels” posted a video on his Instagram account featuring himself performing a unique lift — the seated barbell ... Continue Reading
How to Target Your Biceps in Your Next Workout With the Zottman Curl
When looking to build bigger arms, people often think of getting massive biceps or triceps. While this is certainly the goal, it is also important to increase the size and strength of the forearm muscles. ... Continue Reading
International Weightlifting Federation Announces Proposed Bodyweight Categories for 2024 Olympics
On Tuesday, Dec. 21, 2021, the International Weightlifting Federation (IWF) Athletes' Commission unveiled their proposed weight category changes for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. Per their announcement on ... Continue Reading
10 Pallof Press Variations for All Your Core-Training Needs
Maybe you’re under the weight of a loaded barbell, and you know you have to brace your core. To do so, you need to practice proper bracing mechanics without all that weight on your back. Or maybe you want ... Continue Reading
10 Competitors Who Boast the Best Shoulders in Bodybuilding
In bodybuilding, every muscle matters. But the first grouping of muscle fibers that catch most folks' eyes is the shoulders. Also known as the deltoids, these muscles represent the widest point of a ... Continue Reading
The 7 Fundamental Movement Patterns Your Program Needs
When you enter a gym, the variety of exercises people are performing can seem endlessly varied — not to mention overwhelming. But if you observe closely, there are seven fundamental movement patterns that ... Continue Reading
BarBend Grant Program: Rules, How to Apply, and Proposal Tips
BarBend is seeking competitive grant applications that align with our mission “to help people live stronger, healthier lifestyles by delivering the best, most-informed content in the strength sports and ... Continue Reading
Bouncing Back from Triceps Rupture and Testicular Cancer (w/Rob Kearney)
Today I'm chatting with strongman Rob Kearney, who joins the BarBend Podcast for a second time. (Rob is also a BarBend contributor.) Rob has been through a lot in the past two years, including a triceps ... Continue Reading
What Is DHEA and How Is It Used?
Dehydroepiandrosterone, more commonly known as DHEA, is a hormone that some lifters take in supplement form. Bodybuilders specifically may take DHEA to help them build muscle or maintain muscle while ... Continue Reading
Full Results From the 2021 NPC Bodybuilding National Championships
The 2021 professional bodybuilding season may have wrapped up, but the sport's final overall event is an annual tradition for the non-professional side. The National Physique Committee (NPC) National ... Continue Reading
International Weightlifting Federation Congress Approves Updated Election Process and Competition Host Countries
On Monday, Dec. 20, 2021, the International Weightlifting Federation (IWF) issued a press release highlighting the events of their Electoral Congress meeting in Tashkent, Uzbekistan. According to the ... Continue Reading
Xwerks Ignite Pre-Workout Review
Pre-workout is one of the most popular supplements in the weight training industry and has been around for nearly 40 years. (1) Looking at today’s market, you will see a variety of products that are loaded ... Continue Reading
International Olympic Committee Outlines Conditions for Weightlifting’s Reentry Into 2028 Olympic Games
Weightlifting was not included on the initial list of included sports for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games program, per a Dec. 9, 2021 announcement on the International Olympic Committee (IOC) ... Continue Reading
The Best Kettlebell Strength Circuit To Improve Your Lifts
When you’re looking to build your strength, barbells are fantastic, but they’re not your only option for getting strong. Using kettlebell strength circuits to get stronger will not only help you lift ... Continue Reading
How to Do the Lat Pulldown Properly: Variations & Alternatives
As a strength athlete, you may have any number of goals. Sometimes, you want to increase strength. Other times, you’re focused on how to build muscle. Regardless of your goals, you’re going to need to ... Continue Reading
The 15 Best Cable Exercises for Hypertrophy, Strength, and Stability
Cable exercises offer an incredibly diverse range of benefits to every lifter. They are potent tools to optimize hypertrophy training, and offer a joint-stabilizing option between rigid machines and free ... Continue Reading
Check Out Bodybuilder Nick Walker’s Full Arm Workout
When 2021 Arnold Classic champion Nick Walker shares what his full arm training session in the gym looks like, best get the pen and pad ready to jot down notes. "The Mutant" took to his YouTube channel ... Continue Reading