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Luka Ðukić geared up in some Red Bull attire

Backed by Red Bull, Luka Ðukić is Primed for the World Fitness Project

Energy drink giant Red Bull continues its investment in the sport of fitness by adding Luka Ðukić, the 2024 Dubai Fitness Championship winner, to its expanding roster of athletes. The news arrives ... Continue Reading

6 Training Tips Beginners Should Prioritize in the Gym  

Starting a weight training program can be daunting, especially for first-time gym goers. There is much to learn for beginners, from navigating the equipment to learning lifting techniques to understanding ... Continue Reading

Critiquing the Most Followed Fitness Influencer’s Workout & Diet

Australian fitness influencer and personal trainer Kayla Itsines is one of the most prominent figures in the social media fitness world. Known as the Bikini Body Guide (BBG) creator, she has amassed over ... Continue Reading

How Good Is Jeff Nippard’s “The Pure Bodybuilding Program”?

Pro natural bodybuilder and powerlifter Jeff Nippard is known for his science-based approach to fitness and training. As a former Mr. Junior Canada for natural bodybuilding and a ... Continue Reading

Build Muscle, Lose Fat — Intermittent Fasting, Resistance Training, or Both?

Intermittent fasting (IF) has gained popularity as an effective method for weight loss and improving overall health markers. (1) However, bodybuilders and athletes, who are focused on preserving lean ... Continue Reading

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6 Quick Takeaways From CrossFit’s In-Affiliate Semifinals

The 2025 CrossFit In-Affiliate Semifinals concluded on Sunday, and the preliminary leaderboards are now live. Jeff Adler and Arielle Loewen are the unofficial winners. Once the leaderboard is finalized ... Continue Reading

2025 California Supplement Pro Bodybuilding Show Results

The 2025 California Supplement Pro was held in Alicante, Spain, on Sunday, May 4, 2025. This was the first 2025 Olympia Weekend qualifying event in Spain of the year, and it featured ... Continue Reading

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After Controversial Run Rules and a Quiet Review Window, the 2025 CrossFit Games Team Field Is Set

The 2025 Team In-Affiliate Semifinals leaderboard has been finalized, and we now know the 20 teams headed to Albany, NY, for the CrossFit Games this August. The only path for teams this season and their ... Continue Reading

“It’s an Eyesore” — Hany Rambod Rates Nick Walker’s 2022 Mr. Olympia Physique 

In early May 2025, retired pro bodybuilding coach Hany Rambod analyzed the physique of 2021 Arnold Classic champion Nick Walker's physique from the 2022 Mr. Olympia contest, which earned a bronze ... Continue Reading

2025 Strongman Champions League Latvia Results

The 2025 Strongman Champions League (SCL) Latvia contest occurred on May 3, 2025, in Riga, Latvia. Twelve strongmen representing 10 countries competed in five events through the single-day competition: ... Continue Reading

Jeff Cavaliere’s 5 Best Stretches to Boost Flexibility for Beginners

Stretching can enhance flexibility and range of motion, boosting exercise performance and helping to prevent injuries. (1) However, specific stretches can be challenging for individuals with ... Continue Reading

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Mat Fraser’s HWPO Training Announces HYROX Partnership 

HWPO Training, the fitness brand and training platform led by five-time CrossFit Games champion Mat Fraser, is entering the HYROX fitness racing trend.  The company announced on Tuesday that it ... Continue Reading

Cole Sager

“Not a Retirement Post” – Cole Sager Opens Up About Leaving the CrossFit Games

CrossFit Games veteran Cole Sager won’t participate in the 2025 Games season. Sager, 34, announced the news in a video on his Instagram page, where he quickly pivoted to say, “This isn’t a retirement ... Continue Reading

Nick Walker’s Antagonistic Upper Body Training for the 2025 Pittsburgh Pro

After missing the Mr. Olympia for two consecutive years, Nick Walker is fighting to reclaim his position as one of the world’s best bodybuilders. He recently shared the upper body ... Continue Reading

Jay Cutler Can Fix the 3 Common Squatting Mistakes You’re Making

Many squat variations can enhance strength and mobility and help build muscle. Four-time Mr. Olympia Jay Cutler included them in his programming during his competitive prime and continues to train them at ... Continue Reading

EveryPlate Review

EveryPlate Review (2025): A Tasty, Budget-Friendly Meal Kit, Tested By Our Experts

If you’re struggling to find time to cook your weekly meals or find it difficult to maintain a healthy nutrition plan day in and day out, the best meal delivery services can be a beacon of ... Continue Reading

ARMRA Colostrum Review

ARMRA Colostrum Review (2025): A Certified Nutrition Coach’s Critique of this Trending Supplement

It seems that every week there’s a new supplement trend across different social media platforms. One supplement category gaining traction as of late has been colostrum. According to Chelsea Rae Bourgeois, ... Continue Reading

Train Past Failure for the Thickest Calves

Is pushing beyond training limits the key to faster muscle gains? Are partial reps better than a full range of motion? In April 2025, the House of Hypertrophy (HoH) shared an analysis of studies comparing ... Continue Reading

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Sun Home Luminar Review (2025): Our Experts Sweat It Out With This High-Quality Outdoor Sauna

A “spa day” doesn’t need to be a far-off treat, anymore. The best home saunas can be excellent additions to your space, bringing the wellness benefits of improved rest, relaxation, and recovery ... Continue Reading

2025 California Supplement Pro Bodybuilding Show Preview

The 2025 California Supplement Pro will occur in Alicante, Spain, on Sunday, May 4, 2025. Promoter Emilio Martinez will host a 2025 Olympia qualifying event for the IFBB Professional League’s Classic ... Continue Reading

Phil Heath’s 10 Favorite Mass-Building Exercises 

Retired pro bodybuilder Phil Heath is often considered the most genetically gifted athlete to step on a bodybuilding stage. He won seven Mr. Olympia titles — tied with Arnold Schwarzenegger for the ... Continue Reading

Can Science Build the Perfect Diet? — “Salt the Hell out of Your Protein”

Is there a perfect diet that provides all the essential micro- and macronutrients in the right balance, including healthy fats, lean protein, fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grains, and carbs, while ... Continue Reading

Alex Gazan helps barbeque some chicken

Alex Gazan’s Gamble – Why the Games Vet Is Skipping Semis to Go All-In on Norcal

A couple of hours after this weekend’s In-Affiliate Semifinals workouts were announced, three-time CrossFit Games veteran Alex Gazan met with her coach, Justin Cotler, to “talk through all of the ... Continue Reading

“Bodybuilding Is the Only Sport Where You’re in the Worst Shape on Show Day” — Larry Wheels Trains & Preps With Wesley Vissers and Urs Kalecinski

Powerlifter turned Classic Physique bodybuilder Larry Wheels is getting peeled for his reattempt at an IFBB pro card at an upcoming bodybuilding show in May 2025. Wheels, a record-holding powerlifter, took ... Continue Reading

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