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Bodybuilder Arnold Schwarzenegger

9 of Arnold Schwarzenegger’s Timeless Bodybuilding Tips

Before he was the Governor of California or a record-setting box office actor, Arnold Schwarzenegger was a seven-time Mr. Olympia winner, five-time Mr. Universe, and the most recognizable bodybuilder in ... Continue Reading

Where to Eat, Drink, and Caffeinate in Miami During 2025 TYR Wodapalooza

It’s the most wonderful time of the year in South Florida as we gear up for the 2025 TYR Wodapalooza.  If you are heading to Miami Beach to watch the action, you will need to refuel if you plan ... Continue Reading

2025 Mr. Olympia-Qualifed Brett Wilkin Shares Off-Season Arm Training

Seven athletes have qualified for the 2025 Mr. Olympia contest as of Jan. 16, 2025. The first to do so was IFBB Pro League Men’s Open bodybuilder Brett “The Butcher” Wilkin, who earned his spot ... Continue Reading

Did Science Just Find the Best Shoulder Exercise for Muscle Growth?

Armed with sensors on his front, medial, and rear deltoids, pro bodybuilder Eric Janicki went head-to-head with five shoulder exercises to compare surface muscle activity. The results offered ... Continue Reading

What a Week of Workouts For Fitness Coach Marissa McNamara Looks Like

Fitness influencer Marissa McNamara has captured attention online with her inspiring physique transformation, training, and nutrition methods. Once focused on weight loss and cardio, she ... Continue Reading

Laura Horvath Red Bull

Noah Ohlsen Joins Laura Horvath and Jonne Koski as Newest Red Bull Athlete

Red Bull, one of the biggest and most impactful names in the energy drink space, recently signed Noah Ohlsen and renewed partnerships with Jonne Koski and Laura Horvath to serve as brand athletes.  A ... Continue Reading

Learn The Latest Research On Lateral Raises

House of Hypertrophy (HoH) recently examined the first study to compare muscle growth from cable versus dumbbell lateral raises. These variations isolate the medial head of the deltoids, pivotal to ... Continue Reading

Every Winner of the Arnold Classic Men’s Physique Competition

Since its inception in 2015, the Arnold Classic Men’s Physique contest has been a hallowed battleground for the division's top stars. Six athletes have raised the trophy as its champion ... Continue Reading

Graham Hicks Withdraws From 2025 Britain’s Strongest Man Contest

British strongman Graham Hicks has announced he will not compete in the 2025 Giants Live Britain’s Strongest Man contest. Hicks withdrew from the contest, set for Feb. 1, 2025, at the Utilita Arena in ... Continue Reading

Strongman Legend Bill Kazmaier Provides Health Update, GoFundMe Established to Pay for Medical Expenses

Three-time World’s Strongest Man champion Bill Kazmaier shared an update on his health after heart surgery. As of Jan. 14, 2025, Kazmaier was in a hospital in the Philippines, preparing to undergo ... Continue Reading

2025 CrossFit Games Albany, New York

The 2025 CrossFit Games Will Take Place in Albany, New York

On Tuesday, January 14, CrossFit announced that Albany, NY, will be the new home for the 2025 CrossFit Games. The event will be held at MVP Arena from August 1-3.  View this post on ... Continue Reading

CrossFit Medical Society

CrossFit Medical Society Starts Offering Health Insurance Alternative 

Individuals looking for an alternative to the traditional health insurance model can enroll in a new program called “CommunityCare,” offered by the CrossFit Medical Society (CFMS).  Dr. Tom McCoy and ... Continue Reading

Achieve Your New Year’s Resolution With This 6-Exercise Full-Body Routine

“Full-body workouts boost growth. Research suggests they might also enhance fat loss by activating more total muscle per workout,” says Built With Science founder Jeremy Ethier. (1) To kick off 2025, ... Continue Reading

Learn a Pro Bodybuilder’s Cardio Do’s and Don’ts

While bodybuilders prioritize weight training, cardio is essential for heart health, endurance, and fat loss, especially during cutting phases. Professional bodybuilders approach cardio strategically, not ... Continue Reading

Every Winner of the Arnold Classic Physique Competition

The Classic Physique division has become one of the most popular categories in bodybuilding, and the Arnold Classic Physique competition is a large reason why. In recent years, the annual contest in ... Continue Reading

2025 Shaw Classic Schedule and Strongest Man On Earth Competitor Invites Revealed

The 2025 Shaw Classic featuring the 2025 Strongest Man on Earth (SMOE) contest will be held on Aug. 15-17, 2025, in Loveland, CO. The show's namesake promoter, four-time World's Strongest Man (WSM) Brian ... Continue Reading

2024 Clash of the Titans Strongman Results

The 2024 Clash of the Titans competition occurred on Dec. 29, 2024, in Vlissingen, Netherlands. Six titans representing two countries clashed through five events across the single-day contest: Gouden Grip ... Continue Reading

How Matt Giordano Built a 100-Member Youth Program Inside CrossFit Newtown

It all started during the first wave of the global pandemic in 2020.  When schools shut down, Matt Giordano and his wife began offering a place for kids to do their homework with a teacher on-site at ... Continue Reading

Wesley Vissers’ Top 4 Exercises for Bigger Traps

While big traps — the uppermost back and neck muscles — are in Classic Physique bodybuilder Wesley Vissers’s job description, they’re paramount for anyone to look yoked. “[Traps] are a muscle that ... Continue Reading

How Hanging Leg Raises Can Supercharge Your Abs

According to hypertrophy coach Joe Bennett: "Nerds say [hanging leg raises] are not an ab exercise but hip flexor exercise. Meatheads say, ‘I feel my abs, so they’re an ab exercise!'” The truth is that ... Continue Reading

Men’s Open Bodybuilder Regan Grimes To Compete In 2025 New York Pro

IFBB Professional League’s Men’s Open bodybuilder Regan Grimes will compete on the 2025 New York Pro stage set for Saturday, May 17, 2025, in Teaneck, NJ. “Prep starts for NEW YORK PRO tomorrow! 18 ... Continue Reading

Every Winner of the Arnold Classic Pro Wheelchair Contest

The Arnold Classic has been held every year in Columbus, OH, since 1989 and has grown over that time. It started with only the Men’s Open division but now features seven categories, including the ... Continue Reading

2025 CrossFit Season Rulebook

2025 CrossFit Season Rulebook Released — Here’s What You Should Know

Additional reporting by Nicky Freymond, Emily Beers, Mike Halpin, and Joe Genetin-Pilawa  The 2025 CrossFit rulebook has been released.  View this post on Instagram A ... Continue Reading

Every Winner of the Wellness International Competition

Since the Wellness division was introduced into the IFBB Professional League, it has captivated fans worldwide. The two biggest stages for this division are the Wellness Olympia and the Wellness ... Continue Reading

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