Sure, a barbell is a barbell. But also…is it? Yes, you can use any of the best barbells out there to do your basic powerlifting moves — that’s squatting, benching, and deadlifting, of course — but to ... Continue Reading
X3 Bar Review (2025): After Years of Use, Here’s Our Honest Expert Opinion
If you’re in the market for the X3 Bar, you’ve probably heard the claims — big ones. And our expert fitness equipment tester has owned the X3 Bar for a couple of years now, and he has thoughts — big ones. ... Continue Reading
2024 Prague Pro Results
Martin Fitzwater has won the 2024 Prague Pro Men’s Open title. The IFBB Pro League-sanctioned event was held on Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024, in Prague, Czech Republic, and it served as a 2025 ... Continue Reading
Kristin Holte Returns to Competition at the 2024 Dubai Fitness Championship
After eight years of competing as an individual at the CrossFit Games, Norwegian athlete Kristin Holte announced that she would retire from competitive CrossFit in 2021 after finishing fourth. Since ... Continue Reading
Lauralie Chapados Is Ready To Lead As 2024 Bikini Olympia Champion
Lauralie Chapados has been among the most successful competitors in the Bikini division for several years. Since turning pro in 2017, she has earned several championships, including three Bikini ... Continue Reading
Conquer Your Mind, Transform Your Life: Shaun T.’s Journey From ‘Insanity’ to Pro Bodybuilding
If you know Shaun T., the illustrious fitness trainer who created programs like Insanity, Hip-Hop Abs for Beachbody, and others during the aughts to help people chisel their physiques from the comfort of ... Continue Reading
CrossFit Invictus Opens Fifth Location in Miami, Home of TYR Wodapalooza
The “Sea of Green” has landed in Miami, FL, only a few months ahead of TYR Wodapalooza, one of the most popular CrossFit competitions in the United States. CrossFit Invictus has just opened Invictus ... Continue Reading
2024 Mr. Olympia Samson Dauda’s Winning Strategy Is Trusting His Instincts
In the weeks leading up to the 2024 Olympia, held in Las Vegas, NV, on Oct. 11-12, 2024, much of the buzz was about the previous two Mr. Olympia champions — 2022 winner Hadi Choopan and ... Continue Reading
Hany Rambod, Legendary Bodybuilding Coach, Announces Retirement
Hany Rambod, renowned bodybuilding coach, trainer, and entrepreneur, has announced his retirement from professional physique coaching. Rambod, dubbed by the bodybuilding industry as "the Pro Creator," is ... Continue Reading
Lean Bulking Is Hard — Here Are 3 Tips to Get It Right
On social media, Gen Z calls it the “winter arc” — the period between the end of summer’s warmth and the following spring. It’s typically when bodybuilders embrace lean bulking. If you’re bundling up ... Continue Reading
Dr. Mike Israetel’s Best Chest Exercise Might Surprise You
Ask a group of 10 lifters to name their favorite chest exercise and you're bound to hear the good ol' bench press mentioned at least half the time. However, the path to pumping up your pecs to their ... Continue Reading
2024 China DMS Changsha Pro Bodybuilding Show Preview
The 2024 China DMS Changsha Pro slated for Monday, Nov. 18, 2024, in Changsha, China, is one of the country’s final IFBB Pro League shows on the 2024 schedule. It features 2025 Olympia qualifying shows for ... Continue Reading
2024 Ben Weider Naturals Pro Bodybuilding Show Preview
The 2024 Ben Weider Naturals Pro will take place in Alexandria, VA, on the weekend of Nov. 15-16, 2024. This event is strictly for natural competitors, meaning they are not allowed to use banned ... Continue Reading
2024 Shawn Ray Hawaiian Classic Pro Bodybuilding Show Preview
The 2024 Shawn Ray Hawaiian Classic Pro will occur on Saturday, November 16, 2024, in Honolulu, HI. Promoter and IFBB Hall of Famer Shawn Ray will host 2025 Olympia qualifying shows for the Men’s Physique ... Continue Reading
2024 Atlantic Coast Pro Bodybuilding Show Preview
The 2024 Atlantic Coast Pro will occur on the weekend of Nov. 16-17, 2024, in Fort Lauderdale, FL. Promoter Tim Gardner will host 2025 Olympia qualifying events for the Classic Physique, Men’s Physique, ... Continue Reading
We Miss Chris Bumstead Already. Here Are 6 of His Best Bodybuilding Tips
Chris Bumstead knows a thing or two about building muscle. Beginning with a win at the 2019 Classic Physique Olympia, Bumstead’s reign over the division has made him the most recognizable active physique ... Continue Reading
Build Arms Like 14-Time WWE Champion Randy Orton
Ask any wrestling fan to carve their Mount Rushmore of icons, and WWE superstar Randy Orton likely makes the cut. Love or hate him, Orton’s villainous persona and signature “RKO” finisher have been pillars ... Continue Reading
Nick Walker Reveals New 5-Day Training Split
Since parting ways with coach Matt Jansen after missing the Olympia in 2023 and 2024, IFBB Men's Open bodybuilder Nick Walker enlisted Jared Feather for his training, paired with the Renaissance ... Continue Reading
Jay Cutler’s Stance on Training to Failure Might Surprise You
Failure is an option. While Jay Cutler didn't hold that attitude when he competed for Mr. Olympia titles, he doesn't view growing muscle in quite the same light. At least, not when it comes to ... Continue Reading
Tia-Clair Toomey-Orr and Laura Horvath Made History at the 2024 Rogue Invitational
One of the great storylines from the 2024 Rogue Invitational was the four consecutive event win streaks that both Tia-Clair Toomey-Orr and Laura Horvath put together during the ... Continue Reading
2024 Prague Pro Preview: Chris Bumstead, Shaun Clarida to Compete in Men’s Open
The 2024 Prague Pro will occur on Nov. 16-17, 2024, in Prague, Czech Republic. This show is an annual tradition on the IFBB pro schedule. However, it has never received as much attention as in 2024 ... Continue Reading
From Dancing to CrossFit, Australia’s Emily Cairns Takes Center Stage at the Adaptive CrossFit Games
Recently, the Morning Chalk Up had the opportunity to chat with Australia’s Emily Cairns, the Fittest on Earth in the Women’s Upper 1 Point division. In our interview, the 32-year-old Australian ... Continue Reading
How Sam Belliveau Trained Her Back For the 2024 Rogue Strongwoman Invitational
At the 2024 Rogue Strongwoman Invitational, Sam Belliveau, four-time Canada’s Strongest Women (2021-24) and world record holder for the circus dumbbell clean and press (185 pounds at the 2024 Arnold ... Continue Reading
Energy Compensation Might Be Affecting Your Weight Loss — Here’s What You Need to Know
Have you ever wondered why some people struggle to lose weight despite their dedication to cardio and dieting? While these two elements are crucial for weight loss, it’s evident ... Continue Reading