You can toss a barbell around like nobody’s business, sure. But how long can you last in a Pilates class? Pilates is a completely different challenge for most weight room warriors out there. When ... Continue Reading
How Long Is a Marathon? Plus, How to Train for Your First Marathon
The marathon is a legendary test of human endurance and resilience, and it may seem like everyone on your social feed is itching to complete one lately. If you’re ready to hop on the bandwagon and see what ... Continue Reading
2024 New York Pro Bodybuilding Show Live Results
The 2024 New York Pro in Teaneck, NJ, is now in the books. It took place today, May 18, 2024, at the Teaneck Marriott at Glenpointe. It featured every IFBB Pro League division except Fitness and Men's ... Continue Reading
Nick Walker Wins 2024 New York Pro Men’s Open Title
The 2024 New York Pro saw the competitive return of Nick Walker and crowned him as Men’s Open champion. He was one of 20 athletes who entered the 20th edition of the contest on Saturday, May 18, 2024, in ... Continue Reading
What To Expect From Your First Bodybuilding Contest Prep, + Tips From 2 PhDs Who Compete
If you aspire to a career in bodybuilding, know that you can’t just waltz out on stage. Regardless of division, physique athletes dedicate months of their time to contest prep — the 10-to-20-ish-week ... Continue Reading
Here’s How to Get a Six-Pack, According to Transmasculine Personal Trainer Devon Spears
Growing your biceps is one thing. You do a bunch of curls, you eat the right things, and...voila. (OK, no, it's not that simple. But it's easier than getting a visible six-pack.) International Sports ... Continue Reading
How Missy Truscott Trains 5 Months Post ACL & Meniscus Surgery
Bodybuilder Missy Truscott's bid for a third Fitness Olympia title was tragically cut short in 2023 when she sustained a devastating knee injury — a torn ACL and two torn menisci — during her Fitness ... Continue Reading
Mitchell Hooper’s 5 Tips for Avoiding Plateaus
2023 World's Strongest Man (WSM) and current Arnold Classic Strongman champion Mitchell Hooper actively engages his social media followers with insights into strongman ... Continue Reading
Adam Bishop Shares How He Ruptured His Achilles at the 2024 World’s Strongest Man
The 2024 World's Strongest Man (WSM) contest saw a cacophony of injuries in the lead-up and during the competition itself. During the Qualifying stage, Bobby Thompson, Gavin Bilton, and Adam Bishop all ... Continue Reading
Here’s What Hybrid Athlete Kristi Eramo O’Connell Eats in a Day
Check out the cross-sport athlete’s healthy 2,000-calorie meal plan, which includes functional dessert bowls and “cheat foods” for high performance and muscle gains. No keto, carnivore, or other ... Continue Reading
2024 Musclecontest Sao Paulo Pro Classic Physique Show Preview
The 2024 Musclecontest Sao Paulo Pro will take place on Saturday, May 18, 2024 in Sao Paulo, Brazil. This show will feature eight IFBB Pro League athletes competing for a win as well as a qualification to ... Continue Reading
2024 Mr. and Mrs. Lions Classic Pro Wellness Show Preview
The 2024 Mr. and Mrs. Lions Classic Pro event will be held on Saturday, May 18, 2024 in Guadalajara, Mexico. This show will feature the IFBB Pro League Wellness division, and four competitors are on the ... Continue Reading
2024 New York Pro Bodybuilding Show Preview
The 2024 edition of the New York Pro will take place on Saturday, May 18, 2024, in Teaneck, NJ. This show, promoted by Steve Weinberger, is considered one of the more prestigious non-Olympia shows on the ... Continue Reading
Is The Expert Who Says Periodization Doesn’t Matter For Hypertrophy Wrong?
On May 15, 2024, Dr. Mike Israetel, Ph.D. in Sports Physiology, and Menno Henselmans, MSc in Exercise Physiology, debated the importance of periodization for hypertrophy training. Henselmans argued that ... Continue Reading
The 2 Best Biceps Exercises for Muscle Growth (According to a Pro Bodybuilding Coach)
Building buff biceps is a big deal to bodybuilders, broadly speaking. But here's the kicker — with so many biceps curl variations out there, how are you supposed to know which kind of curls kick butt and ... Continue Reading
Adaptive Strongman James Spurgin Hefts a 570-Pound Raw Deadlift Triple in Training
Every so often, a casual training lift far exceeds your max effort. It's even more impressive when the athlete pulls off a triple with such a huge weight. Enter James Spurgin. On May 15, 2024, the adaptive ... Continue Reading
The 7 Best Rowing Machines on Amazon of 2024 (Expert Tested)
Amazon is a one-stop online superstore hub where users can buy cat food, swimsuits, electronics, and even the very best rowing machines, with delivery, oftentimes, within a couple of days. However, ... Continue Reading
Mitchell Hooper Takes On Sam Sulek’s Chest Workout
Mitchell Hooper is experiencing an exceptional year in 2024 despite not defending his World's Strongest Man (WSM) title against three-time champion Tom Stoltman. Hooper ranked as the runner-up to Stoltman ... Continue Reading
Brian Shaw, Eddie Hall, and Nick Best Take on 22,000-Calorie Burger Eating Challenge
Pro strongman athletes are notorious for their densely caloric diets. Four-time World's Strongest Man (WSM) Brian Shaw has maintained a diet of over 12,000 calories daily. 2017 WSM champion Eddie Hall ... Continue Reading
The 12 Best Cardiovascular Exercises, Plus Cardio Workouts From a CPT
You’re all set with your strength training program — you know how to build muscle, lift weights, and get stronger. But have you saved time in your exercise program for a cardio workout? Here, ... Continue Reading
Reebok Unveils ‘Unity by Reebok’ 2024 Pride Collection
On May 15, 2024, Reebok launched the latest installment of Unity by Reebok, a pride collection designed to celebrate and honor the LGBTQ+ community. Per Reebok's press release, "The season’s collection ... Continue Reading
Hybrid Athlete Fergus Crawley’s 6-Tip Guide For How To Train Twice Per Day
Athletes constantly seek ways to optimize their training regimens to achieve peak performance. One increasingly popular approach is training twice daily, a strategy believed to accelerate progress and ... Continue Reading
Men’s Open Bodybuilder Andrew Jacked’s 7 Favorite Back Exercises
Chinedu Andrew Obiekea, better known as Andrew Jacked, is a rising star in the IFBB Pro League Men’s Open division. He's secured a top-five finish at the 2023 Olympia and several pro ... Continue Reading
Men’s Open Bodybuilder Hunter Labrada’s Off-Season Full Day of Eating
During the off-season, competitive bodybuilders prioritize muscle growth and strength gains by following a calorie surplus (ensuring daily caloric intake exceeds expenditure). During his off-season, ... Continue Reading