The first major international weightlifting competition in the COVID-19 era is in the books. Last week, athletes from all over Europe traveled to Moscow, Russia, to compete face-to-face for the first time ... Continue Reading
Lasha Talakhadze Sets Two World Records — 222-Kilogram Snatch/485-Kilogram Total
On April 11, 2021, Georgian superheavyweight weightlifter Lasha Talakhadze made history (again) by snatching 222 kilograms (489 pounds) for a new world record. With a 263-kilogram clean & jerk, ... Continue Reading
Why the 1980 Mr. Olympia Bodybuilding Contest Was So Controversial
Since emerging on the bodybuilding scene in the late 1960s, Arnold Schwarzenegger has become one of the most influential and inspiring athletes in bodybuilding. What bodybuilder, or even general ... Continue Reading
Hunter McIntyre and Rachel Schreiber Win 2021 HYROX Dallas Event
Fans and athletes of HYROX competitions have been anticipating their sport returning to competition. Like most sports around the world, the COVID-19 pandemic caused major disruptions in their season ... Continue Reading
Powerlifter Rudy Kadlub Gifts Himself a 235-Kilogram Deadlift On His 72nd Birthday
Some folks may consider Rudy Kadlub a difficult guy to birthday shop for. The world champion powerlifter is the CEO and Co-Owner of Kabuki Strength — so he doesn't need any barbells, kettlebells, or ... Continue Reading
5 Big Myths People Believe About CrossFit Games Athletes
CrossFit is for everyone — and yes, I do mean everyone. It looks intimidating from the outside, but at heart, we’re just a group of people who like to learn new skills and get sweaty in under an hour. From ... Continue Reading
Strongman Robert Oberst’s Tips For How to Be an Elite Log Lifter
2021 World's Strongest Man competitor Robert Oberst is one of the best in the sport when it comes to overhead events. As a former American log lift record holder, he knows his way around cleans and ... Continue Reading
Body Fortress Super Advanced Whey Protein Review
There are hundreds of different protein powders available on the market today, and they all boast of their unique properties and optimized blends designed to make you a better athlete. While whey products ... Continue Reading
Powerlifter Danial Zamani Takes 330 Kilograms For a Ride on the Bench Press, Raw
Over the last year, 700 pound bench presses have been associated with one man — Julius Maddox. The man known as “irregular strength” currently owns the world record for the raw bench press at 355 kilograms ... Continue Reading
Weightlifter Emily Muskett Ends Britain’s 26-Year Gold Medal Drought at the 2021 EWC
The 2021 International Weightlifting Federation (IWF) European Championships kicked off on April 3, 2021, in Moscow, Russia. Although they continue until April 11, history has already been made. Emily ... Continue Reading
Gold’s Gym XRS 50 Review
Home gym equipment is beneficial when the gym isn't easily available or wants to achieve a workout from their home's comfort. Not all pieces of home gym equipment are created equal, and it can be daunting ... Continue Reading
At Nearly 72 Years Old, Powerlifter Rudy Kadlub Squats 172.4 Kilograms For 7 Reps
Powerlifter Rudy Kadlub is an exceptionally strong individual. Just five days before his 72nd birthday, the CEO and Co-Owner of strength training facility Kabuki Strength took to his Instagram page to ... Continue Reading
The Best Men’s Headbands For Sweat-Wicking, Tennis, and More
The sign of a strong workout is the sweet sting of sweat in your eyes. However, it’s not ideal when you’re trying to focus on running, thrusters, muscle-ups mid-WOD. If you're playing a sport like baseball ... Continue Reading
Home Gym Startup Tempo to Receive Over $100 Million in Funding
In their sophomore year, home gym company Tempo is finalizing an investment of over $100 million led by Japanese holding company SoftBank. Tempo — which offers a more traditional weight room setup than ... Continue Reading
5 No-Equipment Back Exercises That You Can Do Anywhere
When you want to strengthen your back but there's no equipment in sight, all can feel lost. Without the weight of barbells, kettlebells, or dumbbells in your hands — let alone a pull-up bar — it may ... Continue Reading
Way Too Early 2021 World’s Strongest Man Predictions
The 2021 World's Strongest Man (WSM) competition is set to occur in Sacramento, CA, on June 15-20. The official roster for the contest was released on March 31, 2021. Notably, the 2019 WSM champion Martins ... Continue Reading
Optimum Nutrition 100% Whey Gold Standard Review (2024): An Expert-Approved Option with Loads of Flavor
When it comes to seeking out the best protein powder, there can be plenty to sort through. Sometimes, it helps to go with a protein shake that’s long been a staple in plenty of athletes’ regimens, ... Continue Reading
The Jefferson Squat is an Old-Time Exercise That Builds Supreme Leg Size
The Jefferson squat is a unique squat variation that can increase leg strength, size, core stability, and build power in multiple planes of movement. Named after circus strongman Charles Jefferson ... Continue Reading
Steven Herrera Attempted to Kettlebell Swing 40,000 KG in One Hour. Here’s How It Went
If you love kettlebells and are looking for something even more depraved than Kettlebell Sport, Steven Herrera has you covered. On Saturday, March 27, the personal trainer in Portland, Oregon attempted to ... Continue Reading
Rogue Fitness Announces New “Pump-N-Row Challenge” for April
Rogue Fitness has been keeping athletes worldwide committed and busy thanks to their “Challenge” series. The most recent contest was the “The Cliffhanger Challenge," which tested grip strength as ... Continue Reading
Nike Releases New Weightlifting Shoes — Nike Savaleos
The new hybrid-lifting shoe from Nike — the Nike Savaleos — was released on April 1, 2021. Much like its predecessor, the Nike Romaleos, which have seen four iterations, the Savaleos are designed for ... Continue Reading
Powerlifter Vladimir Zhadenov Squats All-Time World Record 324 Kilograms at 75KG
The all-time world record squat in the 75-kilogram class held for five years. According to Open Powerlifting, Ukraine's Arkadiy Shalokha hit a 323-kilogram (712.1-pound) squat at the 2015 Global ... Continue Reading
Who’s Stronger: Weightlifters or Powerlifters? (with Travis Mash)
Today we're talking to coach Travis Mash. In some circles, Travis is best known as a champion, world record-breaking powerlifter, and his career in that sport is legendary. But fewer people know that ... Continue Reading
Trey Mitchell Wins 2021 Texas’ Strongest Man Contest
There's a lot of strong people in Texas. Bodybuilders Branch Warren, Steve Kuclo, and eight-time Mr. Olympia Ronnie Coleman are from the Lone Star State. More recently, there has been a boom in the sport ... Continue Reading