Optimum Nutrition is one of the biggest names in the supplement industry and you may already know about their protein powder, Gold Standard Whey, which is probably the most popular whey on the market. They ... Continue Reading
3 Common Myths of Pregnancy and Strength Training
Editor’s note: The content on BarBend is meant to be informative in nature, but it should not be taken as medical advice. The opinions and articles on this site are not intended for use as diagnosis, ... Continue Reading
Talakhadze and Valentin Are the IWF Lifters of the Year
The lines are closed, the votes are tallied, and the International Weightlifting Federation has announced the 2017 IWF Lifters of the Year: Georgia’s Lasha Talakhade, +105kg weight class and Spain’s Lydia ... Continue Reading
Did Vlad Alhazov Squat 490kg for Two Reps?
Vlad Alhazov’s comeback is progressing pretty darn nicely. The Russian superheavyweight was put out of commission back in 2008 when his left knee caved inward during an attempt to squat 590 kilograms ... Continue Reading
52kg World Record Holder Jenn Rotsinger Deadlifts a 193kg (425 lb) Lifetime PR
Powerlifter Jenn Rotsinger is looking incredibly strong in her recent training videos. If you're already a fan of Rotsinger, then this probably won't surprise you, as she currently holds three all-time ... Continue Reading
Element 26 Weightlifting Belt Review
Element 26 is an online company that focuses on providing strength athletes with versatile nylon belts. Their belt is designed slightly differently from other models on the market, and the company's two ... Continue Reading
Chest to Bar Pull-Ups Progression for Beginners
In this article, we will offer a 6-step chest to bar pull-up progression guide for beginners. In recent articles, the chest to bar pull-up was discussed, which covered in detail the muscles worked, ... Continue Reading
Krzysztof Wierzbicki’s 400kg Raw Deadlift Unofficially Broke His IPF World Record
Polish deadlifting juggernaut Krzysztof Wierzbicki is one of the most accomplished powerlifters on the planet, holding five IPF world records: four raw and one equipped. He currently owns two raw ... Continue Reading
How to Train Your Grip for Strongman
Our hands are one of the major traits we possess that separates us from other primates. They come with a high level of dexterity and control that allows us to make incredible tools by hand, draw, weave, ... Continue Reading
British Weightlifter Sonny Webster Announces His Transition to CrossFit
Back in early December, news broke that British weightlifter Sonny Webster had tested positive for Ostarine. This is a substance banned by the World Anti Doping Agency (WADA) and is known as a Selective ... Continue Reading
4 Benefits of Chest to Bar Pull-Ups
In a previous article we discussed the chest to bar pull-up, a bodyweight movement that is seen in both strict and kipping forms; with the purpose of back development, gymnastic ad competitive fitness ... Continue Reading
The Benefits of Ab Rollouts and Progressions to Perform Them
A strong core is useful for every type strength athlete and for multiple reasons. It supports bigger compound movements, it can promote one's overall athleticism, and it helps the maintenance of a healthy ... Continue Reading
4 Benefits of Intermittent Fasting for Strength Athletes
Intermittent fasting has been around for a while, and it has become increasingly popular as one of the latest diet trends in the health and fitness industry today. Its recent popularity has grown ... Continue Reading
AI Sports Nutrition Micronized Creatine Review — Why So Cheap?
AI Sports Nutrition is based in North Canton, Ohio, and they sell a pretty wide variety of products from basic whey protein powder to some pretty unusual products like sports probiotics and growth hormone ... Continue Reading
Power and Ice: The Training Routine of the U.S. Olympic Bobsled Team
There aren’t a lot of races in which the most important work is over in the first few seconds, but if you ask Jason Hartman, strength and conditioning coordinator for the U.S. Olympic bobsled team, that’s ... Continue Reading
When Should You “Rx Plus” a WOD?
I’ve never been a big fan of overly clichéd motivational posts. Seeing a spuriously attributed quote about wolves' self esteem embedded on a stock image just doesn’t get me hyped like it’s supposed to. But ... Continue Reading
Reverse Hollow Rock (Superman Rock): Muscles Worked, Exercise Video, and Benefits
The reverse hollow rock/Superman rock is a bodyweight exercise that can target the lower back, glutes, and hamstrings (posterior chain). Similar to the hollow rock (except this is done in a prone position, ... Continue Reading
6 Elite Powerlifters Share the Most Underrated Accessory Exercises
"If you want to get better at the squat, bench, and deadlift, you just need to squat, bench, and deadlift, bro!" That's one of the most important powerlifting "rules" you should break. The sport that ... Continue Reading
CrossFit Shares Athletes to Compete At 2018 Open Workout Announcements
We're another week closer to the exciting CrossFit Open announcements and workouts. Over the weekend, CrossFit HQ confirmed the official venue locations for each Open workout's announcement, and late ... Continue Reading
Jumping Pull-Ups vs Bands vs Ring Rows: Which Is Best for Your Goals?
In this article we will compare three (3) pull-up regressions (jumping pull-ups, banded pull-ups, and ring rows) to determine which one is best for your muscle development, upper body strength, and ... Continue Reading
CON-CRÈT Creatine HCl Review — What Does HCI Do?
Promera Sports is a Massachusetts-based supplement company that has a few products on offer, like pre-workouts and fat burners, but their best-known product is probably CON-CRÈT, their creatine ... Continue Reading
Nike Metcon 4 Vs. Reebok CrossFit Nano 8 Flexweave
Cross training shoes are designed to be versatile in a variety of environments, and they continue to be developed to further match a strength athlete's needs. These needs include things like breathability, ... Continue Reading
Dealing With and Working Past Bad Days In the Gym
We’ve all been there before: You’ve got a big workout coming up. Maybe you’re going to try to hit some big PRs, or maybe you’re starting a new training cycle, or maybe you’ve just been dealing with some ... Continue Reading
The Viking Press: How to Perform and Include Them In Your Workouts
The Viking Press is a Strongman Competition lift that has slowly been gaining popularity in general strength training circles. It is often used in major competitions in a format that is contested with ... Continue Reading