If you're a lifter, few things feel as good as a stellar workout. You know, the training sessions where you set a new one-rep max or your form clicks during sets of sumo deadlifts. If you're French ... Continue Reading
2020 Asian Weightlifting Championships World Records
The rescheduled 2020 Asian Weightlifting Championships (AWC) are taking place in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, from April 16-25, 2021, and will likely be remembered as a demolition derby of world records. Many of ... Continue Reading
iFit Review – Is Virtual Coaching The New Normal?
The “workout from home” era has ushered in a surge of virtual fitness platforms and spiked interest from consumers looking to get the most out of their home gyms. Interactive streaming services like iFit ... Continue Reading
Giants Live Offers $50,000 to Anyone Who Can Deadlift 505 Kilograms
On April 16, 2021, Giants Live put out an APB (all-points bulletin) to everyone in the strength sports world on Instagram, looking for the athlete that can deadlift 505 kilograms (1,113 pounds). Currently, ... Continue Reading
The Differences Between the Push Press Vs. Overhead Press Explained
Pressing weight overhead is a surefire way to increase overhead strength, add more mass to your deltoids, and reinforce shoulder mobility. None of that is new news. The more pressing question becomes which ... Continue Reading
Do the Suitcase Deadlift For a Strong Grip and More Muscle
The suitcase deadlift — where you perform a deadlift with one side of your body loaded — is more useful than you may think. First, think about how often you carry something in one hand, be it a bag of ... Continue Reading
Team USA Weightlifter Cicely Kyle (45KG) Sweeps Gold At Pan American Championships
The rescheduled 2020 Pan American Championships kicked off on April 18, 2021, in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, and Team USA member Cicely Kyle already conquered the competition. On April 19, 2021, ... Continue Reading
Martins Licis Talks 2021 Competition Plans and His Strongman Future (Podcast)
Today we're talking to an athlete who probably needs little introduction: Martins Licis, the 2019 World’s Strongest Man and one of the strength world’s most charismatic athletes. We don’t want to say too ... Continue Reading
Why The Home Gym Craze Is Here To Stay (Brought to You by Tempo)
There are many reasons to own a home gym — convenience, cleanliness, and affordability all come to mind. Of course, that’s always been the case. The desire to stay at home for a workout is even stronger ... Continue Reading
18-Year-Old Powerlifter Jackson Powell Squats a 419.6-Kilogram Double
When Jackson Powell was 16 years old, he squatted 297.1-kilogram (655-pound) triples and PR'd his squat at 328.9 kilograms (725 pounds). When he was 17, he pumped out a 306.2-kilogram (675-pound) front ... Continue Reading
How to Program for CrossFit Athletes Returning After a Break
As vaccinations roll out, more and more people are feeling comfortable returning to their local CrossFit gym. Many of these people, however, have had severely altered training habits for the last year or ... Continue Reading
6 Chest Exercises Without Weights That Build Size and Strength
Push-ups are the green beans of your chest day. You know the full-body control, stability, and core strength to be gained from what is essentially a moving plank are next to none. Still, they're not nearly ... Continue Reading
Omega 3 Benefits — More Muscle, Better Recovery, and Enhanced Endurance
“Eat more fish.” It’s the resounding chorus from just about every doctor and nutritionist out there. And no wonder: There have been literally thousands of studies published since the early 1970s showing ... Continue Reading
Hafthor Björnsson to Box Heavyweight Simon Vallily in May 2021
Hafthor Björnsson is stepping in the ring again. On May 28, 2021, the 2018 World's Strongest Man winner will be squaring up against heavyweight and cruiserweight pro boxer Simon Vallily in Dubai. The ... Continue Reading
USA Powerlifting Unhappy With IPF’s 2021 Mandate to Be WADA Compliant
On April 15, 2021, USA Powerlifting (USAPL) posted on Instagram, revealing issues they have with the International Powerlifting Federation's (IPF's) 2021 anti-doping policy. For context, the IPF is the ... Continue Reading
Tyler1 To Host Powerlifting Competition On Twitch Rivals
League of Legends streamer Tyler1 (aka Tyler Steinkamp) will host a powerlifting meet on Twitch Rivals for the first time ever. The event will take place on April 19, 2021, at 12:00 p.m. PST. It will ... Continue Reading
Rapper Action Bronson Trains With 2019 World’s Strongest Man Martins Licis
2019 World's Strongest Man (WSM) Champion Martins Licis is having a pretty action-packed year. He's already pulled the famous monster truck "Grave Digger" and saved people 15 percent or more on car ... Continue Reading
Best GHD Machines For The Money, Small Spaces and More
Alongside the Reverse Hyper, the GHD (Glute-Hamstring Developer) might be one of the most neglected machines in the gym. And it’s unfortunate because the GHD has the potential to transform your training — ... Continue Reading
Best Running Shoes for High Arches, Flat Feet, Cross Training, and More
Running shoes are a necessity for athletes looking to hit the track, trail, or pavement. Whether you’re an aspiring beginner, an intermediate pavement-pounder, or an advanced athlete, running shoes provide ... Continue Reading
Bowflex PR1000 Review — Great For Beginners, Easy On Joints
Staying consistent in a workout program can be tough when life gets busy. That is one reason why owning home gym equipment can be beneficial for progress. Bowflex home gym equipment is designed to provide ... Continue Reading
Leanbean Fat Burner Review — Why Is It Female-Focused?
Fat burners are one of the most enticing supplements on the market. Can I really take a pill and burn fat? Leanbean presents an interesting and compelling case. Squarely marketed at women, the product aims ... Continue Reading
The Differences Between High-Bar Vs. Low-Bar Squats Explained
When you’re getting yourself pumped up for a heavy squat session, you always want to head in with a game plan — you’ll want to know how you’re warming up, how many reps and sets you’re doing, and at what ... Continue Reading
Powerlifter Leah Reichman Squats Equipped All-Time World Record of 399.1 Kilograms
The American Powerlifting Federation (APF) Cincinnati Women’s Pro/Am on April 11, 2021, could be viewed as a legendary event in the sport with how many world records were scored. Super heavyweight Jessica ... Continue Reading
Para Powerlifter Micky Yule — Army Veteran to European Champion
Michael "Mickey" Yule is a 42-year old Para powerlifter from Edinburgh, Scotland. He made his Paralympic Games debut in 2016 and is the 2015 World Para Powerlifting (WPP) European Champion in the ... Continue Reading