There’s plenty of options amongst the best protein powders, but for athletes wanting a protein-rich, fast-digesting formulation, a whey isolate protein supplement could be just the ticket. Nutricost ... Continue Reading
NOW Sports Whey Protein Isolate Review (2026): Transparent, Tasteful, and Wallet-Friendly, According To Our Experts
Okay, so we understand that choosing the best protein powder for your needs can be overwhelming, what with all the available flavors, formulations, and fluctuations in price. NOW Sports Whey ... Continue Reading
BREAKING: Brent Fikowski to Retire After 2024 Rogue Invitational
After nine CrossFit Games appearances, three podium finishes, and six top-fives, one of the sport's most decorated athletes, Brent Fikowski, will take the competition floor for the final time at the 2024 ... Continue Reading
Bodybuilder Phil Heath and Strongman Brian Shaw Inducted Into International Sports Hall of Fame
Four-time World's Strongest Man (WSM) Brian Shaw has been busy since retiring from competition in 2023. Seven-time Mr. Olympia champion Phil Heath is tied for the second most Sandow trophies in ... Continue Reading
Egofit Walker Review (2026): Tried and Tested by a CPT and Desk-Bound 9-to-5er
I was stuck at my desk from dusk until dawn, writing about health and wellness as my body atrophied — I didn’t need the best treadmill, just one that would allow me to log some steps and keep the blood ... Continue Reading
Diamondback 1260sc Review (2026): Our Experts Love This Durable Spin Bike
Unlike most of the best exercise bikes for home use, the Diamondback 1260sc features a rear-mounted flywheel reminiscent of the workhorse models found in high-end spin class studios. Bikes like these are ... Continue Reading
Ergatta Lite Review (2026): Engaging Rowing Workouts, Approved by Our Experts
While the best rowing machines utilize different types of resistance, on the Ergatta Lite, you’ll be working against the same water you would be on an IRL row — just inside a tank. Like other rowers that ... Continue Reading
Fat Gripz Review (2026): Expert Approved Thanks to Hands-on Testing
This is a hot take, but Rose from “Titanic” could have saved Jack if she had a stronger grip. For those looking to take their grip strength and overall upper body training to new heights, Fat Gripz ... Continue Reading
Affiliate of the Month: Rare Breed CrossFit Offers Fitness Home for LGBTQ+ Community in Kansas City
After finishing her college basketball career, Ryann Bowser became the general manager of a CrossFit gym. During Pride Month, Bowser pitched an idea to do one workout each week for Pride to support ... Continue Reading
Taylor Atwood Is So Back
Of the 10 best powerlifters in the International Powerlifting Federation (IPF), only three are men. Ranked by GL points — a metric used to rank athletes of different weights and genders against each other ... Continue Reading
Gainful Protein Powder Review (2026): A “Choose Your Own Adventure” Supplement, Tested By Our Experts
Supplementing with some of the best protein powders can be helpful when looking to home in your nutrition for the sake of such fitness goals as weight loss, muscle gain, and more. (1) Of course, ... Continue Reading
Olivia Kerstetter’s New Balancing Act — College Life and CrossFit
When I was in college, I was happy enough to wake up in time for my 7:40 a.m. statistics class after a late night out. Our college careers could not have been any different. Kerstetter ... Continue Reading
Catch a Lift Fund Gears Up for Month-Long “Coffland” Hero Challenge
One month shy of his 42nd birthday, Chris Coffland decided to join the Army. His sister, Lynn Coffland, has since created Catch a Lift Fund, a nonprofit organization going into its 15th year of ... Continue Reading
4 Gauge Natural Pre-Workout Review (2026): An Expert-Tested Spark of Energy for Pre-Training Protocols
The best pre-workout supplements, while rich with energy, can sometimes come with annoying side effects, including overstimulation and the all-too-common skin tingles caused by high doses of ... Continue Reading
What’s the Ideal Body Fat Level for Muscle Growth?
Body fat is vital for maintaining hormone levels and supporting testosterone production, both crucial for muscle growth. However, excessive fat storage can negatively impact health and ... Continue Reading
The Cold Pod Discount Code (2026): Expert-Approved Deals and Savings
If you subscribe to the cold water craze, BarBend expert contributor and certified personal trainer Amanda Capritto gets it. She notes that you may find some relief for sore muscles and reduce ... Continue Reading
Snode Discount Code (2026): Expert-Approved Deals on Home Gym Equipment
If you’re tired of the commute, the over-priced monthly membership, or how long you have to wait to use the squat rack at your gym, investing in the best home gym equipment may be the right pivot to bring ... Continue Reading
The CrossFit Leaderboard – Source of Anxiety or Value Add for Your Community?
In the early days, CrossFit.com was not much more than a leaderboard. The leaderboard gained momentum as more people discovered CrossFit. By 2007, founder Greg Glassman decided to host the first ... Continue Reading
WODs & Wisdom Part 1: 10-Year CrossFit Affiliate Owners on What They Wish They Knew at the Start
Editor’s Note: This is the first in a multi-part series highlighting longtime CrossFit gym owners, their experiences over the past decade, and some advice they wish they had at the start. They say ... Continue Reading
Italian Stallion: Antonino Pizzolato Smashes 180KG Snatch
Antonino Pizzolato is, maybe, Italy’s best weightlifter. Italian weightlifters floundered at the 2024 Olympics in Paris after raising their profile throughout the pre-Games qualification period, but ... Continue Reading
Nicole Carroll Talks Coaching and the Ideal Class on the New CrossFit Training YouTube Channel
Nicole Carroll has been at the heart of CrossFit for many years. Carroll started as a member, became a coach, traveled with CrossFit founder Greg Glassman as one of the earliest members of the ... Continue Reading
2024 Rogue Invitational Athletes to Tackle Horizontal Pegboard – The First Since ELFIT 2022
The Rogue Invitational Instagram account posted a photo of Games athlete Carolyne Prevost taking on a pegboard a little over a week ago. At this point, it has been used often enough that the ... Continue Reading
FLYBIRD Adjustable Dumbbells Review (2026): Save Some Space and Cash With These Budget-Friendly Dumbbells
The best adjustable dumbbells solve two issues for athletes — limited space and limited budgets. FLYBIRD Adjustable Dumbbells can tackle both, with an emphasis on the latter. While experienced muscle ... Continue Reading
Huel Discount Code (2026): How to Save on These Top Supplements
In addition to their complete food meal replacements, Huel makes some of the best protein powders and daily greens the BarBend team has tested out. When it comes to saving some cash on these plant-based ... Continue Reading