With all due respect to machines all across the cardio deck, the treadmill is the largely undisputed ruler of cardio machines for a reason. It’s functional, it’s convenient. You can use them for relaxed ... Continue Reading
The 5 Best Exercise Equipment for Bad Knees of 2024 (Tested by Trainers)
If you struggle with achy joints and bad knees when you’re just trying to get your sweat on, you’re not alone — one in three Americans deals with knee pain at some point in their lifetime. (1) To keep you ... Continue Reading
NordicTrack Promo Codes (2024): Deals and Discounts on Cardio Equipment
NordicTrack, once known for a ski machine, has grown into one of the top dogs in the fitness space, offering some of the best cardio machines with iFIT-enabled HD touchscreens, impressive tech features, ... Continue Reading
Women’s Open Bodybuilder Ashley Lynnette Jones’ “Ultimate” Leg Day Routine
"Never skip leg day" is sage advice for a reason. On July 5, 2024, IFBB Pro League Women's Open bodybuilder and three-time Olympian Ashley Lynnette Jones shared her leg workout routine on her YouTube ... Continue Reading
The Mistakes, Missteps, & Lessons Learned From My First Bodybuilding Competition
Saung Oo Myat started working out in 2016 at age 18. One year later, he competed in his first bodybuilding contest, the 2017 Muscle War & Physique War show, hosted by the Fitness Movement League in ... Continue Reading
Derek Lunsford Tackles a Punishing Back Workout as He Begins His 2024 Olympia Prep
Elite pro bodybuilders often prioritize heavy free-weight exercises, such as deadlifts, barbell bent-over rows, and bench presses, to maximize muscle growth and strength during the off-season. However, ... Continue Reading
These Are the Olympic Records in Weightlifting…for Now
The summer Olympic Games have been held just about every four years since the inaugural event in 1896 in Athens, Greece. The Games are about international cooperation, camaraderie, and ... Continue Reading
Why Ross Edgley Is Eating 20,000 Calories a Day to Gain Fat for “World’s Longest Swim”
Renowned British athlete, ultramarathon swimmer, and author Ross Edgley made headlines in 2018 as the first person to swim around Great Britain, completing the journey in 157 days. On July 7, 2024, Edgley ... Continue Reading
Why 4X Mr. Olympia Jay Cutler’s Shoulder Training Prioritizes Joint Health at Age 50
Research suggests that the human body’s metabolism slows at a rate of 0.67 percent each year after age 60. (1) Adapting strength training routines becomes essential to maintaining health and fitness ... Continue Reading
Rogue Discount Code (2024): The Best Ways to Save On Rogue’s Top-Notch Gear, According to Our Experts
Rogue Fitness offers up some of the best home gym equipment on the market. Since 2006, the company has cultivated a well-deserved reputation for manufacturing high-quality gear. Our team of certified ... Continue Reading
Guide to Financing a Treadmill: Loan, Lease, or Line of Credit — Which One is Right For You?
You’ve vowed to keep up with those cardio goals and a home treadmill seems like your ticket to be a goal crusher — but your bank account balance is saying it’s a no-go. Anyone with a home gym or even just ... Continue Reading
Pavlo Kordiyaka Sets Conan’s Wheel World Record of 1,035 Degrees at the 2024 Strongman Classic
The 2024 Strongman Classic at the Royal Albert Hall in London, England, on July 13, 2024, saw Mitchell Hooper claim the gold by three points over three-time reigning World's Strongest Man (WSM) Tom ... Continue Reading
Report: 2016 Olympian Mohamed Ehab May Lose Bronze Medal After Failing Doping Test
Reanalysis of samples from the 2016 Rio Olympic Games resulted in the provisional suspension of two weightlifters from the former Men’s 77-kilogram division: Mohamed Ehab of Egypt and Alexandru Spac of ... Continue Reading
Betty Aborah (63KG) Breaks the Open Deadlift World Record with 232 Kilograms
Dutch Junior powerlifter Betty Aborah has quietly built a massive deadlift over her short career. She began competing in 2022 and lifted at several local meets before attending the 2023 International ... Continue Reading
2024 Euro Muscle Show Powerlifting Results
The first Euro Muscle Show occurred in Amsterdam over the weekend of July 13-14, 2024, and the International Powerlifting Federation (IPF) held a Juniors-only money meet at the heart of it. This is the ... Continue Reading
Your Bench Press Grip Doesn’t Matter for Muscle Growth, Study Suggests
Bodybuilders love their little rules. “Does your row grip matter?” — pitch that question to any science-based gymgoer and you’ll get an earful about biomechanics and optimized training techniques for ... Continue Reading
Rep or No Rep?: Larry Wheels Deadlifts 675LB With One Hand
'Til the wheels fall off: Powerlifter, bodybuilder, and social media superstar Larry Wheels has built a career around his eye-popping physique and world-class strength. His latest feat? A 675-pound ... Continue Reading
Pro Bodybuilder Kristoffer Berner Has Died at Age 43
IFBB Pro League Men’s Open bodybuilder Kristoffer Berner has passed away at the age of 42. Berner was in the final prep stages to compete in the 2024 Chicago Pro on July 20-21 in Chicago, IL. ... Continue Reading
Is There an Ideal Carb-Intake Strategy for CrossFit and HYROX?
Carbohydrates, including sugars, fibers, and starches, are the body's primary energy source. Despite their critical role, carbs often face criticism from those focused on weight loss. ... Continue Reading
The Chest Workout “Trick” Chris Bumstead Is Using To Win the 2024 Olympia
Five consecutive Classic Physique Olympia wins have etched Chris Bumstead's name into the annals of bodybuilding history. The Canadian bodybuilder’s meticulous training approach has sculpted his ... Continue Reading
Agata Sitko (84KG) Breaks Bench Press World Record With 156 Kilograms at the 2024 Euro Muscle Show
The "Polish Powerhouse," Agata Sitko, has had a busy 2024. In February, she was the overall winner at the 2024 Sheffield Powerlifting Championships. In March, she took the top prize at ... Continue Reading
“He Can Be Top Five”: Meet 2024 Olympian Wes Kitts
“This is the best weightlifting team that the United States has sent to the Olympics in modern times,” said senior international coach Wil Fleming on Reddit in June. Not only is he correct — Team USA is ... Continue Reading
Dana Linn Bailey’s 5 Tips for Building Muscle Without Lifting Heavy
Progressive overload is a cornerstone of strength and muscle gains that involves gradually increasing stress on the muscles. And while it's often achieved by lifting heavier weights, alternative strategies ... Continue Reading
Music Critic Anthony Fantano Is Trying To Squat 365LB in His “Brat”-Themed Home Gym
Anthony Fantano is on the loose. The self-styled "Internet's busiest music nerd" and mastermind behind theneedledrop, a platform upon which Fantano critiques music for nearly three million devoted ... Continue Reading