“He had to stand next to Ronnie Coleman’s back for basically a decade.” Bodybuilding coach Joe Bennett critiqued four-time Mr. Olympia Jay Cutler’s back training in late November 2024. Cutler achieved ... Continue Reading
The Sled Dog’s Journey – Celebrating Katrin Davidsdottir’s CrossFit Career
Last week, Katrin Tanja Davidsdottir took to social media and said the words that competitive CrossFit athletes never want to say yet somehow always know will inevitably come: One of the genuinely ... Continue Reading
2024 HYROX Open Asian Championships Recap
The second Major of the 2024/2025 HYROX season wrapped up last month in Hong Kong, China, and did not disappoint as up-and-comers battled it out against seasoned veterans for six more spots at the 2025 ... Continue Reading
Sonita Muluh (+84KG) Raw Squats 7 Kilograms Over All-Time Drug Tested World Record
The 2025 Sheffield Powerlifting Championships set for Jan. 26, 2025, in Sheffield, England, features Sonita Muluh on its women's roster. While that is significant, as Muluh holds the all-time world record ... Continue Reading
2024 Musclecontest Nacional Pro Wellness Show Preview
The 2024 Musclecontest Nacional Pro will be held in Campinas, Brazil, on Saturday, Dec. 7, 2024. Promoter Tamer El Guindy will host a 2025 Wellness Olympia qualifying event with 11 competitors ... Continue Reading
2024 Battle of the Bay Pro Bikini Division Show Preview
The 2024 Battle of the Bay Pro is set for Saturday, Dec. 7, 2024, in Union City, CA. This event features the IFBB Pro League’s Bikini division and awards the winner a 2025 Bikini ... Continue Reading
Total Sets Matter More Than Number of Workouts; New Study Reveals Optimal Muscle Training Frequency
Building muscle requires consistent strength training over time to achieve noticeable gains. But how often should each muscle group be trained weekly to maximize muscle growth? Is a five-day split to train ... Continue Reading
Mike Sommerfeld’s Full Day of Eating Gets Dirty at Bedtime
Bodybuilding success is a complex combination of diet and training, with many nuances. Only a few have dialed in each part perfectly to reach the pinnacle of the sport. After finishing eighth the year ... Continue Reading
Gym Owners Wanting Time Off Over the Holidays Should Consider Unattended Access
For many small gym owners, the idea of taking a vacation is a luxury that just doesn’t feel realistic at the moment. They feel obligated to be there for their members, many of whom are off work and ... Continue Reading
Fernando Llaneza Shares His “Roller Coaster” Six Months, From His Semifinals Debut to His Battle With Cancer
Last May, Fernando Llaneza was competing at the Europe Semifinals. The 28-year-old from Spain, who started CrossFit 11 years ago, was competing well, finishing a respectable 24th overall at his first ... Continue Reading
Bench Press Standards — How Heavy Should Your Bench Be?
“How much ya bench?” Whether it’s your first experience in the gym or you’ve loaded up your best barbell countless times for heavy training, this question always seems to present itself when ... Continue Reading
Gym Memberships on a Budget: Tips for Staying Fit Without Overspending
Studies suggest that staying active can be a good way to cut future healthcare costs. (1) However, the prices associated with even the best budget home gym equipment can be too costly for some, ... Continue Reading
Karlos Nasar Smashes 3 Unofficial Records Ahead of 2024 World Weightlifting Championships
Karlos Nasar will probably win the 2024 World Weightlifting Championships (WWC). Nasar, 20, won gold at the 2024 Olympics this summer and set a few new world records in the process. At the tail ... Continue Reading
Sunny Health & Fitness SF-T7603 Treadmill Review (2025): Tried and Tested By Our Experts
After testing out the Sunny Health & Fitness SF-T7603 Treadmill, it’s clear that the best treadmills don’t need to be loaded up with tech. For people starting out on a new cardio regimen or getting ... Continue Reading
Ironmaster Super Bench Pro V2 Review (2025): Our Expert’s New Favorite FID Bench
When building out a home gym, we often focus on gearing up with power racks, barbells, weight plates, and dumbbells. However, bringing home one of the best weight benches, like the Super Bench Pro V2 from ... Continue Reading
2024 Dubai Fitness Championship Preview: Podium Picks and Athletes To Watch
This weekend, 30 men and 30 women will descend upon Dubai for the final major competition of the calendar year. Overall, three men and four women who competed as individuals at the 2024 CrossFit ... Continue Reading
Mr. Olympia Samson Dauda’s Full Day of Eating During 2025 Arnold Classic Prep
2024 Mr. Olympia Samson Dauda’s victory in Las Vegas, NV, to become the top bodybuilder on the planet was awe-inspiring, dethroning defending champion Derek Lunsford and fending off 2022 Mr. Olympia ... Continue Reading
You Live Longer If You Intermittent Fast? Yes! But Not How You Think
Intermittent fasting (IF) involves alternating between periods of eating and fasting. Many experts praise IF for its potential benefits, including improved weight management, body composition, ... Continue Reading
How Elite Athletes Recover From Achilles Injuries
There was a ton of exciting action on the competition floor at the 2024 Rogue Invitational in Aberdeen, Scotland. Remind Me: Gabriela Migała and Henrik Haapalainen suffered complete Achilles ... Continue Reading
Check Out the Results of Eddie Hall’s 90-Day Carnivore Diet
Could there be a more aptly-named diet for an athlete with the moniker "The Beast" than the carnivore Diet? Eddie Hall does not consume carbs. Or, rather, he didn't when he needed a mental and physical ... Continue Reading
Client Retention Up, Coach Pay and Membership Rates Still Need Work, Says 2024 State of the Industry Report
For the fifth straight year, gym business mentorship company Two-Brain Business has released its annual State of the Industry Report, a comprehensive look at all things related to running a ... Continue Reading
Jay Cutler Refuses to Start Chest Day Without Training a Completely Unrelated Body Part
If it ain't broke, don't fix it. Like most bodybuilders, Jay Cutler is a creature of habit. Even though the four-time Mr. Olympia no longer trains to compete, he's still committed to training the same way ... Continue Reading
Does Collagen Have Any Connective Tissue Benefits? Expert Explains
Collagen, one of the most abundant proteins in the body, is also widely available as a supplement. Yet, questions remain about its effectiveness, particularly in supporting connective tissue ... Continue Reading
ICYMI: Australian Adaptive Athlete Emily Cairns Went Rx+ at the Down Under Championship
All eyes were on adaptive athlete Emily Cairns when she went “Rx+” on the workouts at the Down Under Championship (DUC) in Wollongong, Australia, from October 18 to 20. Cairns, a former dancer, is not ... Continue Reading