The best treadmills on the market make the numerous benefits of cardio exercise — lower blood pressure, improved circulation, and more — more accessible. (1) But, as BarBend expert reviewer Amanda Capritto ... Continue Reading
The 5 Best Under-Desk Stair Steppers of 2025 (Expert Reviewed)
The best stair climbers can strengthen your glutes, hamstrings, quads, and calves while also increasing aerobic capacity and improving body composition. (1) Of course, not everyone has the space (or time) ... Continue Reading
How To Eat Like a Hybrid Athlete
Hybrid athletes master the art of blending strength and endurance training. These athletes train to run marathons while maintaining elite strength levels. Hybrid athlete Fergus ... Continue Reading
The 8 Best Commercial Stair Climbers of 2025, Tested by Our Experts
When it comes to cardio, the best stair climbers can get your heart pumping and legs burning in no time. In fact, a Harvard study found that 30 minutes on a stair climber can torch up to 252 calories while ... Continue Reading
Exercise for Seniors: Physical Therapists and Fitness Trainers Share Their Best Tips
Key Takeaways Especially with all the stigma about aging and exercise, starting an exercise routine as an adult in your 60s or later may feel intimidating or downright impossible. But in reality, ... Continue Reading
WaterRower Review: The Rowing Machine You Actually Want In Your Living Room, Tested and Reviewed
Most pieces of cardio equipment scream “gym” — but if you’re looking for something to use in your living room, it’s fair not to want a massive black piece of heavy machinery. Allow us, then, to ... Continue Reading
How Much Do Ellipticals Cost?
Whether it’s one of the best ellipticals that money can buy or one of the best ellipticals you can buy, cross trainers (aka ellipticals) deliver a full-body workout that can reduce stress on muscles and ... Continue Reading
Treadmill Warranty Guide: Covering the Best, the Worst, and Everything in Between
Treadmills can vary significantly in price, quality, and features, but no matter how you slice it, purchasing a home treadmill is a significant investment with many factors to consider. If you’re in the ... Continue Reading
Mal O’Brien’s Full Day of Eating & Why She Doesn’t Track Macros
At the elite level of any sport — including CrossFit, where 20-year-old Mal O'Brien has built a reputation as perhaps one of its next great generational talents — performing well is about more than ... Continue Reading
Kristi Eramo O’Connell Breaks Down Running Mechanics to Help Prevent Injuries
Hybrid athlete Kristi Eramo O'Connell shines across multiple disciplines, including CrossFit, marathons, ultra-marathons, and strength training. She frequently shares insights ... Continue Reading
Lucy Underdown Is the 2024 Britain’s Strongest Woman Champion
The 2024 Britain's Strongest Woman contest occurred on June 22, 2024, in York, England. Twelve elite strongwomen representing four countries competed in five events to crown a champion. Lucy Underdown ... Continue Reading
Kane Francis Ascends the 2024 England’s Strongest Man Throne
On June 22, 2024, 13 of England's elite strongmen converged in York to compete in five events at the 2024 England's Strongest Man contest. After the Loading Race, Dumbbell Press, Deadlift, Wrecking Ball ... Continue Reading
Rayno Nel Wins 2024 Strongman Champions League Holland
The 2024 Strongman Champions League (SCL) Holland contest occurred on June 22, 2024, in Groenlo, Netherlands. 14 strongmen representing 11 countries clashed in six events comprising the single-day contest. ... Continue Reading
2024 Austria’s Strongest Man Results — Jan Trettenbrein Atop the Podium
On June 15, 2024, 10 of the strongest athletes in Austria traveled to Vienna to compete in the 2024 Austria's Strongest Man contest. The competition featured six events: the Truck Pull, Axle Press, ... Continue Reading
2024 U105 Strongman World Championships Results — Jiří Tkadlčík Triumphs
The 2024 U105 (under 105 kilograms) Strongman World Championships occurred in Kalajoki, Finland, on June 8-9, 2024. Eleven of the world's best strongmen weighing 105 kilograms or less converged for battle ... Continue Reading
Paul Smith Crowned 2024 UK’s Strongest Man
The 2024 UK's Strongest Man was one of the contests held from June 7-9 in Cardiff, Wales. Eight of the UK's strongest athletes competed in a single day of competition through five events: Truck Pull, Tire ... Continue Reading
Matt Webb Wins 2024 SCL Masters World Championships
The 2024 Strongman Champions League (SCL) Masters World Championships took place from June 8 to 9 in Kalajoki, Finland. Six Masters athletes competed in eight events over the two-day competition: Deadlift, ... Continue Reading
Is It Better to Work Out Morning or Night? A CPT Gives Their Insight
You’ve finally figured out what kind of workouts you will actually do consistently. The only question on your mind is your darn schedule—plus, of course, the optimal exercise timing to get The ... Continue Reading
Ryan Terry Trains 7 Days Per Week and Diets for 4 Months to Defend the Men’s Physique Olympia Title
Following an impressive 2023 bodybuilding season, reigning Men’s Physique Olympia champion and three-time Men’s Physique Arnold Classic winner Ryan Terry, is preparing to defend ... Continue Reading
The Top 2 Bodybuilding Techniques Ronnie Coleman Used to Build Muscle
Like a church sermon or commercial jingle, Ronnie Coleman’s iconic “Yeah, buddy!” tagline periodically bounces around the heads of bodybuilding enthusiasts all over the world. Sure, it’s catchy, but that’s ... Continue Reading
Dana Linn Bailey’s Shoulder Training With Hypertrophy Coach Joe Bennett
Building a three-dimensional shoulder aesthetic is a complex endeavor. The shoulders comprise three distinct muscle heads requiring specific attention for balanced growth. The reward for their development ... Continue Reading
The Leg Day Workout Wesley Vissers Will Use to Win the 2024 Olympia
Following his triumph at the 2024 Arnold Classic, Classic Physique athlete Wesley Vissers has set his sights on his 2024 Olympia prep. To better align with the demands of the October competition, Vissers ... Continue Reading
How Andrew Jacked Uses Supersets to Build Arm Muscle Ahead of 2024 Texas Pro
Every workout counts in the final weeks before a bodybuilding competition. During this stage of the prep, workouts are designed to fine-tune the physique, accentuating the aesthetics of every muscle ... Continue Reading
4 Steam Room Benefits to Get You Ready to Sweat (Even More)
After a workout and cool down, a lot of athletes grab their water bottle and heat back up in the steam room or sauna. Steam rooms have high humidity and will have you sweating quicker than the dry heat of ... Continue Reading