Six-time Mr. Olympia winner Dorian Yates has one of the best backs in Open bodybuilding history. You’d be hard-pressed to find somebody who casts a larger shadow than "The Shadow" himself, which begs the ... Continue Reading
6 Common Biceps Training Mistakes To Avoid
Over the years, biceps training has become a convoluted topic, with many opinions on curl technique, optimal loading, sets, reps, and frequency. Athlean-X founder Jeff Cavaliere recently added to the ... Continue Reading
Dirty Bulking? Sam Sulek’s Grocery List for Gaining Muscle
A successful bulking phase requires a clear objective, a strategic training routine, and the selection of the right foods to fuel the body while in a calorie surplus. On June 19, 2024, fitness sensation ... Continue Reading
Weightlifter Dislocates Finger Mid-Lift, Pops It Back Into Place to Win National Championship
When there's a gold medal on the line, you take a page out of Nike's playbook and just do it — exactly what weightlifter Cicely Kyle did at the USA Weightlifting (USAW) National Championships on Friday, ... Continue Reading
The Best 4th of July Fitness Equipment Sales
If you had to name a few things you loved about the Fourth of July, you might mention fireworks, hotdogs, or a day off work. But don't forget about the online shopping sales, specifically, the 4th of July ... Continue Reading
Volume, Volume, Volume — Larry Wheels & Breon Ansley’s 600-Rep Back Workout
Training volume plays a crucial role in muscle growth. To explore this, a comprehensive training video exceeding four hours was released on Jun. 14th, 2024, featuring former elite ... Continue Reading
Common Treadmill Problems: Indoor Runners Beware
Setting up a treadmill in your home gym can make improving your cardiovascular health and chasing your fitness goals that much easier. However, it also requires a level of responsibility and commitment in ... Continue Reading
2024 Dragon Physique DMS Pro Bodybuilding Show Results
The 2024 Dragon Physique DMS Pro was held in Tianjin, China, on Sunday, June 23. It featured the IFBB Pro League’s Men’s Physique and Bikini divisions. Twenty competitors faced the judges and fans hoping ... Continue Reading
2024 USA Weightlifting Senior National Championships Full Results
The world of weightlifting may be abuzz about the upcoming 2024 Olympics in Paris, France, but USA Weightlifting's (USAW) National Championships Week is the talk of the town stateside. Pittsburgh, PA ... Continue Reading
2024 Flex Weekend Pro Bodybuilding Show Results — Behrooz Tabani Wins Men’s Open
The 2024 Flex Weekend Pro was held in Milan, Italy, on Sunday, Jun. 23, 2024, and it featured four 2024 Olympia qualifying events. If they had not already qualified, the winners of those competitions would ... Continue Reading
2024 Body Be 1 Classic Pro Bodybuilding Show Results
The 2024 Body Be 1 Classic Pro was held on Saturday, Jun. 22, 2024, in Montgomery, AL. It was a 2024 Olympia qualifying contest. If not qualified previously, the four IFBB Pro League contest winners ... Continue Reading
Sunny Health and Fitness Rower Review (2024): A Budget-Friendly Rower That’s Rich with Workout Potential
When building out your home gym, the best rowing machines can be excellent for delivering low-impact training opportunities rich with full-body engagement… and there’s practically a silhouette for every ... Continue Reading
Reyna Perez Mecalco Wins 2024 World Classic Pro Bikini Division Show
Reyna Perez Mecalco has won the 2024 World Classic Pro Bikini division show. The show was held in Chattanooga, TN, on Saturday, Jun. 22, 2024. Mecalco was one of 24 competitors that faced the fans and ... Continue Reading
What is the Average Weight of a Treadmill?
When looking for the right treadmill for your fitness goals, the more research you do, the more questions you may have! If one of those questions concerns the average weight of a treadmill, you’ve come to ... Continue Reading
Esteban Fuquene Wins 2024 South Florida Classic Pro 212 Bodybuilding Show
Esteban Fuquene is the 2024 South Florida Classic Pro 212 champion. Fuquene was one of 14 athletes who competed in the IFBB Pro League show on Saturday, Jun. 22, 2024, in Boca Raton, FL. Fuquene left ... Continue Reading
The 11 Best Muscle Recovery Supplements of 2024, RD-Reviewed and Expert Tested
Train hard for an hour a day and you’re left with 161 hours each week. And if you’re serious about gaining muscle, losing fat, or becoming more athletic, you’d be wise to focus on your recovery during that ... Continue Reading
Natasha Peay Wins 2024 Tanji Johnson Classic Pro Wellness Show
Natasha Peay has won the 2024 Tanji Johnson Classic Pro. The IFBB Pro League Wellness division show was held on Saturday, Jun. 22, 2024, at the Tacoma Convention Center in Tacoma, WA. The judges ranked ... Continue Reading
The 8 Best Weighted Jump Ropes of 2024, As Chosen by Our Experts
When it comes to simplified workouts, skipping rope with the best jump ropes can be a great solution. Studies report that jumping rope even slowly for 30 minutes can burn at least 226 calories. (1) As bare ... Continue Reading
The 5 Best Jump Ropes for Beginners of 2024, Personally Tested By Our Experts
So, you’re ready to trade in your old skipping rope and level up to the best of the best jump ropes? Before you splurge on a thin, speedy cable, take our advice and save your lower legs a few welts with ... Continue Reading
How To Fix a Sole Treadmill: Your Guide For Common Sole Treadmill Issues
The best Sole treadmills feature 15-percent incline ranges, above-average weight capacities, and upgraded touchscreens, but even these high-end models will eventually start to act their age. When you ... Continue Reading
How Does Running Change Your Body? An Expert Weighs In
Watching marathoners cross a finish line or sprinters barrel down a track is so inspiring. Maybe you’ve wondered what it takes to perform like that, and how running physically changes a person. Whether ... Continue Reading
Working on a Treadmill: The Benefits and Advice from a Personal Trainer
Desk jobs are already predominantly sedentary — but throw in working from home and suddenly you’ve cut out the extra steps you took walking to your car, into the office, to your desk, and, back home again. ... Continue Reading
The Best Interval Training Workouts to Level Up Your Cardio
Even if you live and breathe for barbells and weight plates, cardiovascular training has got to play a role in your program. Not only does it support your aerobic system for general health, but it also ... Continue Reading
What VO2 Max Really Says About Your Fitness Level
RHR, HRmax, SpO2, HRV, VO2 max—can the cardiovascular alphabet soup get any thicker?! There are seemingly endless metrics to track and (helpful though they may be), all those acronyms and numbers can get ... Continue Reading