On Tuesday, Aug. 20, the Professional Fitness Athletes’ Association (PFAA) contacted CrossFit LLC to demand that the Director of Sport, Dave Castro, “be removed from his position in [CrossFit’s] Sport ... Continue Reading
Chris Bumstead Demolishes 150-Pound Incline Dumbbell Bench Press Ahead of 2024 Olympia
When Chris Bumstead is hungry, he eats. The five-time Classic Physique Olympia champion has less than two months to perfect his craft and take to the stage at the 2024 Olympia, which runs Oct. 10-13 in Las ... Continue Reading
Terrence Ruffin Will Miss the 2024 Classic Physique Olympia
IFBB Pro League Classic Physique competitor Terrence Ruffin will sit out the 2024 Classic Physique Olympia, set for Oct. 10-13, 2024, in Las Vegas, NV. The two-time Arnold Classic Physique champion shared ... Continue Reading
Take a Tour Through Wesley Vissers’ Vintage Gym
The 2024 Arnold Classic Physique champion Wesley Vissers is diligently preparing for the 2024 Olympia in October. Eight-time Mr. Olympia Ronnie Coleman claimed Vissers could unseat ... Continue Reading
A Workout Programmed by Lazar Ðukić Is Now a Global Tribute to His Memory
By Andie González and Nicky Freymond The global CrossFit community is known for uniting and supporting one another, even in the most challenging times. Whether it's a workout in a class, a ... Continue Reading
Exercise Scientist Dr. Mike Israetel Explains How To Squat For Quad Growth
The squat is among the most technically complex exercises, with numerous variations emphasizing different training goals. On Aug. 15, 2024, Dr. Mike Israetel, Ph.D. in Sport Physiology, shared a ... Continue Reading
Eddie Hall’s 8,000-Calorie Carnivore Diet, Explained
2017 World’s Strongest Man (WSM) Eddie Hall is embarking on a new dietary journey, eliminating plant-based foods for a carnivore diet. The retired strongman, who has trained ... Continue Reading
7x Mr. Olympia Phil Heath Uses the “Three T’s” For Bigger Arms
Seven-time Mr. Olympia Phil “The Gift” Heath is often touted as having the greatest genetics in bodybuilding history. His arms are among his best body parts, with clear insertions, oversized proportions ... Continue Reading
Exclusive: Olivia Reeves “Open” to Second Olympics, Wants World Records First
Despite her historic gold-medal performance at the 2024 Olympics, Team USA weightlifter Olivia Reeves isn’t certain she’ll make a bid for the next summer Games. What is certain, though, is that Reeves ... Continue Reading
The 2 Best Leg Exercises for Muscle (if You Can’t Do Anything Else)
Short on time? Bored of long, arduous leg workouts? Are you reading this while trapped on a deserted island and, for some reason, still want to train legs with limited equipment? If you said “yes” to ... Continue Reading
PFAA Calls for Dave Castro’s Removal From CrossFit’s Sport Team
Written by Emily Beers and Joe Genetin-Pilawa On the afternoon of August 20, 2024, the Professional Fitness Athletes’ Association (PFAA) demanded that the Director of the CrossFit Games, Dave Castro, ... Continue Reading
19-Year-Old Nonso Chinye Deadlifts 400KG/881LB Ahead of IPF Junior World Championships
UK powerlifter Nonso Chinye is only 19 years old but is already making a name for himself in the International Powerlifting Federation (IPF). With only two years of competition experience, he ... Continue Reading
How To Stop Elbow Pain on Triceps Extensions
Do you ever get elbow pain during triceps extensions or pushdowns? If so, there might be a simple solution you haven’t tried yet. Triceps extension variations such as pushdowns or kickbacks are stellar ... Continue Reading
Former CrossFit Games Medical Volunteer Says He Was Banned for Speaking Out About Safety Concerns in 2015
When Kara Saunders (Webb at the time) collapsed after crossing the finish line of Event 3, “Murph,” on Friday, July 24, at the 2015 CrossFit Games, it was clear she needed immediate medical ... Continue Reading
How Tom Stoltman Eats 11,000 Calories a Day While Traveling
On Aug. 14, 2024, the reigning three-time World’s Strongest Man (WSM) Tom Stoltman shared a travel blog about how he eats when he travels. Stoltman documented his 11,000-calorie diet while traveling from ... Continue Reading
Bodybuilder Hunter Labrada Improved His Gut Health to Build His Best Physique
IFBB Men’s Open division bodybuilder Hunter Labrada’s Olympia journey has been a whirlwind. His debut at the most prestigious bodybuilding competition in 2020 culminated in an eighth-place finish. He ... Continue Reading
Here’s What a Morning Routine for a Men’s Open Bodybuilder Looks Like
Competitive bodybuilding demands unwavering dedication. Athletes meticulously curate and refine their daily routines to achieve peak physical conditioning, especially in the lead-up to a competition. ... Continue Reading
Should You Care About Anabolic Windows?
The anabolic window has long been considered a worthwhile tool for maximizing muscle growth. The concept suggests that the body is more receptive to nutrients, particularly protein, for 30 minutes to an ... Continue Reading
Dorian Yates Explains Why Partial Deadlifts Are a Must at the End of Back Day
Six-time Mr. Olympia Dorian Yates is known for his physique during the mass monster era during the 90s. His conditioning and size largely resulted from high-intensity training and heavy back ... Continue Reading
5 Takeaways From the Women’s Division at the 2024 CrossFit Games
The 2024 CrossFit Games were tough to watch this year after the tragic passing of Lazar Đukić, and like many others, I was conflicted about the competition. Could I cheer for athletes knowing they ... Continue Reading
New Study Finds Link Between Elite Athletic Performance and Longevity
Elite athletes sometimes get a bad rep when it comes to the performance-health continuum. And, to some degree, with good reason. Some studies suggest that marathon runners, endurance ... Continue Reading
2024 Shaw Classic Lightweight Women’s Results
The 2024 Shaw Classic on Aug. 16-18, 2024, in Loveland, CO, was headlined by the 2024 Strongest Man on Earth competition won by Mitchell Hooper. However, that was not the only contest over the ... Continue Reading
2024 Shaw Classic Lightweight Men’s Results
The 2024 Shaw Classic occurred on Aug. 16-18, 2024, in Loveland, CO. In addition to the 2024 Strongest Man on Earth contest won by Mitchell Hooper, the Shaw Classic featured Open and Weight Division ... Continue Reading
2024 Shaw Classic Women’s Open Results
The 2024 Shaw Classic occurred on Aug. 17-18, 2024, in Loveland, CO. In addition to the 2024 Strongest Man on Earth contest won by Mitchell Hooper, the Shaw Classic featured Open and Weight Division ... Continue Reading