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Nested Naturals Super Greens Review

Nested Naturals has a different vibe to a lot of other greens powders: it tries hard to convey transparency and social responsibility. It's certified by Good Manufacturing Practices, it's third party ... Continue Reading

3 Performance Boosting Tips Strongman Athletes Forget

As a broadcaster, I have enjoyed the best seat in the house at all of the major strongman contests in the last two years. My job as the color man is to point out the interesting aspects of the action and ... Continue Reading

How to Succeed in Weightlifting: Don’t Make Bad Meets Worse

In mid-March I attended the first of the American Open Series Competitions in Reno, NV, where I was able to witness our new webcast process in action. If you haven’t heard yet, BarBend has partnered with ... Continue Reading

12 Telltale Signs You’re a Calisthenics Athlete

In the wide world of fitness, calisthenics is a relatively small niche. However, bodyweight athletes all face similar experiences in their everyday lives. If you regularly practice calisthenics (and if you ... Continue Reading

Pete's Paleo Review

Pete’s Paleo Review

Pre-made food delivery services are a popular option for people on-the-go or needing meals that are quick and reliable. Pete's Paleo food service focuses on providing organic and fresh ingredients in ... Continue Reading

Eleiko 7mm Knee Sleeves Review

Eleiko 7mm Knee Sleeves Review

Eleiko is a very established manufacturer and brand in the strength and power sports world, most notable for their plates, platforms, and barbells. Additionally, they produce a wide range of supportive ... Continue Reading

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The Bench Press Arch — Is it Safe and Effective?

You've seen it before: a powerlifter sets up to perform a bench press, and they arch their back in a way that would make McDonald's jealous. You ask yourself, "What the heck are they doing" and then shrug ... Continue Reading

18 Year Old Joseph Pena Squats 1,025 lbs

If you need a pick me up or some motivation to get yourself going today, then look no further than Texas powerlifter Joseph Pena. This past weekend the Texas High School Power Association held ... Continue Reading

Bodyweight Training for Strongman Athletes

We all get into lifting for different reasons. But for many it’s for the looks, whether that’s improving the look of their body or the desire to do impressive looking physical feats. How many started ... Continue Reading

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Is There a Post-Workout Anabolic Window?

“Protein in an hour, Strengthen thy power. Protein delayed, No gains are made.” This might as well be carved in stone at the exit of every gym in the world. The race to gulp down a protein ... Continue Reading

Naturo Sciences Green Food Review

Naturo Sciences Green Food Review — What’s Different About This Supplement?

The Delaware-based Naturo Sciences promises that their greens powder is raw, vegan, gluten-free, "loaded with vitamins and minerals," will "boost your immune system" and "its probiotics and enzymes aid in ... Continue Reading

Zercher Squat vs Goblet Squat: Which One Is Right for You?

Front loaded squatting movements are highly effective ways to increase overall leg strength, enhance core stabilization, and target specific motor skills and muscle tissues needed for most movements in ... Continue Reading

Split Squat vs Lunge vs Step Up — What Are the Differences?

The split squat, lunge, and step up are three movements that are common unilateral lower body exercises to increase leg mass, enhance movement integrity, and bulletproof an athlete from injury; all of ... Continue Reading

All Day Energy Greens Review

All Day Energy Greens Review — Are There Actually 5 Servings of Vegetables In This?

The Institute for Vibrant Living is an Arizona-based company that claims their greens powder, All Day Energy Greens, is "one of the most potent, energizing, alkalizing, immune-enhancing drinks available" ... Continue Reading

88 Year Old Fitness Instructor Wants to Know: What’s Your Excuse?

The saying, "your health is your wealth," is possibly be the best way to sum up this Wisconsin-based fitness instructor's career. To the unknowing eye, Delores Steil is quite the opposite of what you'd ... Continue Reading

Larry “Wheels” Williams Discusses His History and Current Cycle With Steroids

Editor's note: The below article is not intended to make a moral claim regarding the athlete’s actions. We're reporting on a video Williams made publicly available to his followers. BarBend ... Continue Reading

17.5 CrossFit® Open Workout Announced

Congratulations to every athlete who's competed in the 2017 CrossFit® Open this year, as you've made it to the final week. This year's Open has been filled with tons of ups and downs and has ... Continue Reading

Gua Sha Therapy — Does It Work for Strength Athletes?

There are a lot of methods a strength athlete can utilize to help them recover. Besides your typical eat well and get a good night's rest, there are methods that involve soft tissue massage. In ... Continue Reading

Greens First Review

Greens First Review — Should I Really Be Alkalizing My Body?

Greens First is a greens supplement by Ceautamed Worldwide, a Florida-based company that is intended to "alkalize" your body and deliver "the phytonutrient and antioxidant benefits of a diet rich in dark ... Continue Reading

Alex Viada on CrossFit and Mixing Ultramarathons With Powerlifting

Alex Viada is a little like Big Foot: seen by many, but most disbelieve his existence. (He also spends a lot of time running in the woods.) He's well-known for doing what a lot of old school coaches ... Continue Reading

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Dumbbell Jump Squat – Benefits and Technique

The jump squat (either with dumbbells, barbells, bodyweight, or vest) is a great exercise to be used for power purposes, increase one’s ability to harness and transfer energy during ballistic athletic ... Continue Reading

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Is a Glutamine Supplement Actually Worth Your Money?

Your new tub of protein powder may be very eager to advertise something like: “Now with four grams of glutamine per serving!” You might think to yourself, “Great! Now I don’t need an extra glutamine ... Continue Reading

Updated: Samantha Briggs and Mat Fraser Dominate CrossFit® Open Workout 17.4

Editor's note: An earlier version of this article stated that Travis Mayer won 17.4, but previously posted results were changed due to Travis Mayer receiving a 5-rep penalty on his performance. The 2013 ... Continue Reading

5 Things I Wish I’d Known Before I Started Powerlifting

The old mantra of "squat, bench, dead," really understates the complexity of powerlifting. This is a sport that requires brains: technique, proprioception, mobility, and diet all need to be precisely ... Continue Reading

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