If you’re looking for a new treadmill that’s heavy on technology, you might want to consider the Sole F85. This luxury treadmill features a 4.0 HP motor, a foldable “Z-shaped” frame, and a ... Continue Reading
The Best Home Workout Programs for Any Training Goal
No matter how dedicated you might be, there are going to be times when getting to the gym might be difficult or impossible — either due to a hectic work/life schedule or a global pandemic shutting down ... Continue Reading
Powerlifter Dmitry Nasonov Deadlifts 405 Kilograms for New ATWR at -83 Kilograms
In December 2020, at the World Raw Powerlifting World Cup in Moscow, Russia, Dmitry Nasonov set a new all-time world record deadlift at -83-kilograms with a 405-kilogram (892-pound) deadlift. He also ... Continue Reading
Sole TT8 Treadmill Review
Finding the right treadmill is a daunting task with so many models available. But if you’re looking for one with a 4.0 HP motor, a 400-pound weight capacity, and heavy-duty three-inch rollers, the ... Continue Reading
Throwing Down the Hammer (with Steph Hammerman)
Today we're talking to athlete and coach Steph Hammerman, better known online as Steph the Hammer. Steph was born with cerebral palsy, and since discovering CrossFit years ago, she’s been a prominent force ... Continue Reading
USAPL Announces Adaptive, MX, Para Bench, and Raw with Wraps Categories
Starting Jan. 1, 2021, the USA Powerlifting will include four new divisions to its organization — the Adaptive Athlete Division, the MX Division, Para Bench Division, and Raw With Wraps Division. The ... Continue Reading
Report: Russian Weightlifter Tatiana Kashirina Suspended After Doping Suspicion
Five-time world champion weightlifter Tatiana Kashirina has been temporarily suspended due to an alleged doping offense, according to Inside the Games and as originally reported by Russian outlet TASS. If ... Continue Reading
2020 Olympia Saturday Finals Report — Mr. Olympia, Classic Physique, Men’s Physique & Bikini
Saturday night at the Olympia on a normal year is exciting and symbolic. Fans are always excited to see the best bodies in fitness competing. For the athletes, it’s symbolic because it’s the culmination of ... Continue Reading
Mamdouh “Big Ramy” Elssbiay Wins the 2020 Mr. Olympia
On Dec. 19, 2020, standing on stage at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL, Mamdouh "Big Ramy" Elssbiay was crowned the 2020 Mr. Olympia and awarded a check for $400,000. The 2019 winner ... Continue Reading
Janet Layug is Your 2020 Bikini Olympia Champion
The 2020 Bikini division was absolutely stacked. Forty women stepped on stage to claim the popular Bikini Olympia title. Of those women, Janet Layug emerged victorious as the 2020 Bikini Olympia champion. ... Continue Reading
Bodybuilder Chris Bumstead Wins 2020 Classic Physique Olympia
It might have been one of the expected outcomes, but the result is still just as epic. There were several bodybuilders in the Classic Physique division that were expected to put on big performances, and ... Continue Reading
Flex Wheeler Receives Inaugural Olympia Inspiration and Courage Award
The Olympia Weekend promoter announced the introduction of a new award on Dec. 19, 2020, during the Saturday night finals of the 2020 Mr. Olympia. The Olympia Inspiration and Courage Award was introduced ... Continue Reading
Jen Pasky Jaquin Receives First Ever Female Wheelchair Bodybuilding IFBB Pro Card
Wheelchair bodybuilder Jen Pasky Jaquin was a guest poser at the 2018 National Physique Committee (NPC) Wheelchair Nationals, the 2019 and 2020 Arnold Classic Pro Wheelchair, and the 2019 Wheelchair ... Continue Reading
Powerlifter Zac Meyers Sets Unofficial All-Time Raw World Record Total of 1,053 kilograms (2,321.4 pounds)
Many powerlifting meets in 2020 were either postponed or canceled, but with all the records being broken as of late — it sure doesn't feel that way. The most recent record-breaker — though unofficial since ... Continue Reading
2020 Olympia Saturday Prejudging Callout Report — Men’s Physique, Bikini, Classic Physique & Wheelchair Bodybuilding Finals
Day two of the Mr. Olympia competition — where the best in bodybuilding present their year-round work — is underway. So far, many have been crowned — with plenty of upsets and dominant performances to keep ... Continue Reading
2020 Olympia Friday Finals Report — Fitness, Figure, 212, Women’s Physique, Ms. Olympia & Mr. O Pre-Judging
The first night of the Olympia Weekend is one of the most exciting evenings of the year in the sport of bodybuilding. Aside from the pre-judging of the Mr. Olympia contest, the finals of several divisions ... Continue Reading
Shaun Clarida Is Your 2020 212 Olympia Champion
The 212 division at the 2020 Mr. Olympia has come to a close. After pre-judging on Friday, Dec. 17, 2020, saw George Peterson, Shaun Clarida, Derek Lunsford, and 2019 212 Olympia champion Kamal Elgargni in ... Continue Reading
2020 Mr. Olympia Friday Prejudging Callout Report
In total, 16 men competed at the Orange County Convention Center in prejudging on Dec. 18, 2020. The favorites were those champions. Reigning champion Brandon Curry faced seven-time winner Phil Heath, and ... Continue Reading
Bodybuilder Andrea Shaw Crowned 2020 Ms. Olympia Champion
Your 2020 Ms. Olympia is Andrea Shaw, who emerged victorious to become the 12th ever champion of the division. For the first time in six years, the Ms. Olympia contest returned in Orlando, FL, in ... Continue Reading
JF Caron Sets New Hummer Tire Deadlift World Record — 1,202 Pounds
Nine-time Canada's Strongest Man JF Caron's career trajectory has only gone upward. His competitive career includes 10 appearances at the World's Strongest Man (WSM) contest, where he has only ever matched ... Continue Reading
CONFIRMED: Bodybuilder Iris Kyle Out of 2020 Ms. Olympia Due to Illness
Pre-judging for the Ms. Olympia competition took place on the morning of Dec. 18, 2020, in Orlando, FL. Of the 16 bodybuilders competing in the contest, two of them are previous winners of the Ms. Olympia ... Continue Reading
2020 Olympia Friday Prejudging Callout Report — Fitness, Figure, 212, Women’s Physique & Ms. Olympia
The 2020 Olympia is here. After many athlete dropouts, a location change, and a lot of uncertainty, the best physiques in the world will compete for the ultimate prize over the course of Friday and ... Continue Reading
Strongman Gabriel Peña Deadlifts 1,000-Pound PR
Strongman Gabriel Peña qualified for the 2020 World's Strongest Man (WSM) competition — his debut. Unfortunately, he had to withdraw after two events on Day One of the competition due to suffering from ... Continue Reading
The Best Types of Supplements for Performance, Weight Loss, and Health
Nowadays, a trip to your local health store can be overwhelming. Even if you know what to look for — and you may not — there are so many options. And every capsule and powder claims to give you healthier ... Continue Reading