Subcutaneous and visceral fat stores body fat. Subcutaneous fat lies just beneath the skin and serves as an energy reserve. In contrast, visceral fat surrounds internal organs deep within the abdominal ... Continue Reading
What Is Autophagy and Should You Care About It?
Autophagy is the body’s natural process of self-regulation: damaged cells are removed, and their components are recycled to repair other cells. Think of it as the body’s way of hitting the reset button, ... Continue Reading
Nick Walker’s New Coach, Kyle Wilkes, Matches Him Set for Set in Training
“I felt for him, and I wanted to help.” After parting with Matt Jansen, IFBB Pro bodybuilder Nick Walker revived a past friendship with his new coach, Kyle Wilkes. They vlogged a workout in early ... Continue Reading
NPC To Introduce Women’s Fit Model Division in 2025
The National Physique Committee (NPC) and NPC Worldwide have announced the formation of a new division at the amateur bodybuilding level, the Fit Model division. On Dec. 17, 2024, IFBB Pro League ... Continue Reading
2024 Ronnie Coleman Sur Pro Cup Bodybuilding Show Results
The 2024 Ronnie Coleman Sur Pro Cup took place in Cuidad del Este, Paraguay, on the weekend of Dec. 14-15, 2024. This was the final IFBB Professional League show in South America for the 2024 season, and ... Continue Reading
Sadik Hadzovic’s Bulking Diet Surges To 4,000 Calories
In early December 2024, former Men’s Physique bodybuilder Sadik Hadzovic detailed his new 4,000-calorie bulking diet to prepare for his return to Classic Physique. He has added mass since adopting Mike ... Continue Reading
2024 Huanji China Pro Bodybuilding Show Results
The 2024 Huanji China Pro was held on Saturday, Dec. 14, 2024, in Beijing, China. The final show in this country for the 2024 season featured 2025 Olympia Weekend qualifiers for the 212, Classic Physique, ... Continue Reading
2024 Musclecontest Austria Pro Classic Physique Show Results
The 2024 Musclecontest Austria Pro was held on Saturday, Dec. 14, 2024, in Schwechat, Austria. Promoter Tamer El Guindy hosted a Classic Physique contest featuring 10 competitors ... Continue Reading
2025 Arnold Classic Bodybuilding Rosters Announced
The 2025 Arnold Sports Festival (ASF) will be held in Columbus, OH, on Feb. 27 - March 2, 2025. The main attraction of the ASF is the contest that started it all — the Arnold Classic bodybuilding ... Continue Reading
2024 Huanji China Beijing Pro Bodybuilding Show Preview
The 2024 Huanji China Beijing Pro will be held in Beijing, China, on the weekend of Dec. 14-15, 2024. This is a 2025 Olympia qualifying show for the 212, Classic Physique, Men’s Physique, and Bikini ... Continue Reading
2024 Ronnie Coleman Sur Pro Cup Bodybuilding Show Preview
The 2024 Ronnie Coleman Sur Pro Cup will be held on the weekend of Dec. 14-15, 2024, in Cuidad del Este, Paraguay. This show features the Men’s Physique and Bikini pro divisions and pro-qualifying contests ... Continue Reading
2024 Musclecontest Austria Pro Classic Physique Show Preview
The 2024 Musclecontest Austria Pro is set for Saturday, Dec. 14, 2024, in Schwechat, Austria. This IFBB Professional League show will feature the Classic Physique division. Ten competitors ... Continue Reading
Eric Janicki Explains the Financial Cost of Being a Pro Bodybuilder
“Nobody wants to spend their entire paycheck to become an IFBB Pro [bodybuilder], but that’s exactly what you need to do to become one," says Eric Janicki, a heavyweight bodybuilder, coach, and content ... Continue Reading
Recent Research Upends What We Know About Protein Intake
The recommended dietary protein intake for adults with minimal physical activity is 0.8 grams per kilogram (1.76 grams per pound) of body weight per day. Those with moderate activity levels are advised to ... Continue Reading
Can Resistance Bands Be as Effective as Free Weights?
“Stop lifting weights,” wrote Dave Asprey, aka the “Father of Biohacking’, in a recent Instagram post. He continued, saying, “Studies have shown that resistance bands can increase muscle growth three times ... Continue Reading
5 Exercises to Build Titanic Traps
Actor Tom Hardy’s portrayal of the menacing Bane in the 2012 film The Dark Knight Rises is iconic for his ruthlessness, unforgettable voice, and jacked traps. These upper back and neck muscles have three ... Continue Reading
Every Winner of the Wheelchair Olympia
The Wheelchair Olympia is the sixth men’s division and the 10th overall to be added to the annual Olympia. This competition was born in 2018 and has become an annual tradition that has inspired fans ... Continue Reading
Every Winner of the Wellness Olympia
The Wellness division is the 11th and most recent category to be featured in the annual Olympia competition. Even though it is the newest of those featured every year, its fanbase and inclusion of ... Continue Reading
2024 Battle of the Bay Pro Bikini Division Show Results
The 2024 Battle of the Bay Pro was held on Saturday, Dec. 7, 2024, in Union City, CA. This event served as a 2025 Olympia qualifier for the Bikini division. It featured 30 pros representing five ... Continue Reading
2024 Musclecontest Nacional Pro Results
The 2024 Musclecontest Nacional Pro was held on Saturday, Dec. 7, 2024, in Campina, Brazil. Promoter Tamer El Guindy hosted 11 IFBB Professional League competitors in the final Wellness ... Continue Reading
A Champion Bodybuilding Coach’s Review of Jay Cutler’s Back Training
“He had to stand next to Ronnie Coleman’s back for basically a decade.” Bodybuilding coach Joe Bennett critiqued four-time Mr. Olympia Jay Cutler’s back training in late November 2024. Cutler achieved ... Continue Reading
2024 Musclecontest Nacional Pro Wellness Show Preview
The 2024 Musclecontest Nacional Pro will be held in Campinas, Brazil, on Saturday, Dec. 7, 2024. Promoter Tamer El Guindy will host a 2025 Wellness Olympia qualifying event with 11 competitors ... Continue Reading
2024 Battle of the Bay Pro Bikini Division Show Preview
The 2024 Battle of the Bay Pro is set for Saturday, Dec. 7, 2024, in Union City, CA. This event features the IFBB Pro League’s Bikini division and awards the winner a 2025 Bikini ... Continue Reading
Total Sets Matter More Than Number of Workouts; New Study Reveals Optimal Muscle Training Frequency
Building muscle requires consistent strength training over time to achieve noticeable gains. But how often should each muscle group be trained weekly to maximize muscle growth? Is a five-day split to train ... Continue Reading