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5 Exercises That Build The Fuller, Rounder Chest You Crave

Though genetics contributes to one’s chest shape, evolving hypertrophy science, and real-world gains often trump perceived biological limitations. What does it take to build balloon-like ... Continue Reading

The Underrated Supplement Champion Bodybuilding Coach Hany Rambod Believes In

In mid-June 2025, 25-time Olympia-winning coach Hany Rambod revealed what he believes to be the five most important supplements. More specifically, he deemed the herb ashwagandha (specifically the KSM-66 ... Continue Reading

Why You Don’t Look Like You Lift 

Despite years of training, many lifters can become discouraged by their lack of muscle gains. In June 2025, veteran natural fitness influencer Sean Nalewanyj broke down seven culprits that prevent athletes ... Continue Reading

Does Protein Before Bed Really Do What You Think It Does?

Are you limiting muscle gains by skipping protein before bed? Does casein protein offer any advantages over whey? “I am skeptical that there’s anything special about casein,” House of Hypertrophy (HOH) ... Continue Reading

Best Training Technique to Build Muscle After 40

The Best Training Technique to Gain Strength + Build Muscle After 40

If you're pushing (or have pushed past) 40, want to build muscle or increase strength, and aren't doing blood flow restriction, you're screwing up. Why is BFR particularly potent for middle-aged gym ... Continue Reading

Bikini Olympia Champion Lauralie Chapados’ First Full Week of Eating for 2025 Olympia Prep

Three-time Arnold Classic champion Lauralie Chapados (2022-24) has solidified her position among bodybuilding’s elite. With seven Olympia appearances and consistent top-five finishes, she clinched her ... Continue Reading

The Simple Movement Phil Heath Uses to Boost Mind-Muscle Connection

As big as his muscles were, Phil Heath’s mind is what made him the dangerous bodybuilding competitor that garnered seven consecutive Mr. Olympia titles. Grip styles, concentration, and body mechanics were ... Continue Reading

Cydney Gillon to Be Inducted Into International Sports Hall of Fame

Eight-time Figure Olympia champion Cydney Gillon will be inducted into the International Sports Hall of Fame (ISHOF). Gillon was the first member of the Class of 2025 to be announced by ISHOF ... Continue Reading

2025 Nevada State Pro Results

The 2025 Nevada State Pro was held in Las Vegas, NV, on Saturday, June 14. Promoter Tamer El Guindy hosted 20 IFBB Pro League competitors in this 2025 Bikini Olympia qualifying ... Continue Reading

2025 China DMS Pro Ningjin Results

The 2025 China DMS Pro Ningjin show was held in Ningjin, China, on June 14-15. The promoters hosted 16 total IFBB Pro League competitors in the Classic Physique and Men’s Physique categories ... Continue Reading

2025 Empro Pro Results

115 IFBB Pro League athletes competed at the 2025 Empro Pro in Alicante, Spain, on June 14-15. This show, led by promoter Emilio Martinez, hosted nine divisions in contests that served ... Continue Reading

2025 China DMS Pro Ningjin Bodybuilding Show Preview

Ningjin, China, serves as the host city for the 2025 China DMS Pro Ningjin show on Sunday, June 15. Classic Physique and Men’s Physique divisions will be featured at this event, and they will serve ... Continue Reading

2025 Nevada State Pro Bikini Division Show Preview

The 2025 Nevada State Pro Bikini division show is set for Saturday, June 14, in Las Vegas, NV. Twenty IFBB Pro League competitors will face the fans and judges, hoping to score gold to return to Las ... Continue Reading

2025 Empro Pro Bodybuilding Show Preview

The 2025 Empro Pro is set for Sunday, June 15, in Alicante, Spain. This IFBB Professional League-sanctioned event will feature nine divisions. If the winners were not previously qualified, ... Continue Reading

How President Trump’s Travel Ban Could Affect the 2025 Olympia

On June 4, 2025, President Donald Trump signed a proclamation banning foreign nationals from 12 countries from entering the United States. The ban officially took effect on June 9. This is similar to ... Continue Reading

Why Wesley Vissers Follows a Free-Weight-Only Arm Routine 

“It’s possible to build your physique to a pro level using only free weights,” 2024 Arnold Classic Physique champ Wesley Vissers says. Renowned for his classical aesthetics and top-tier arms, Vissers ... Continue Reading

How Jeremy Buendia is Bulking for the 2025 Olympia 

Men’s Physique bodybuilder Jeremy Buendia’s razor-sharp conditioning and elite stage presence earned him four Olympia titles from 2014 to 2017. He ranked fourth in 2018. After a multi-year hiatus from ... Continue Reading

Dip Correctly or Don’t Dip at All

The dip is an often-overlooked bodyweight exercise for building strength in the arms, chest, and shoulders. (1) Building strength in this exercise can enhance performance in other compound pushing ... Continue Reading

Meal Prep Like a Shredded Bodybuilder

Building a shredded bodybuilding physique requires more than hours of intense weightlifting. As the saying goes, “Abs are made in the kitchen.” A balanced intake of macronutrients ... Continue Reading

2025 Toronto Pro Supershow Results

The 2025 Toronto Pro Supershow was held in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, on the weekend of June 7-8. This annual competition is considered the biggest bodybuilding event in Canada, and it featured 10 IFBB Pro ... Continue Reading

2025 DC Pro Bodybuilding Show Results

The 2025 DC Pro was held in Manassas, VA, on Saturday, June 7, and promoter Gary Udit held two 2025 Olympia Weekend qualifying shows for the Men’s Physique and Bikini divisions. The ... Continue Reading

2025 Southern California Pro Wellness Show Results

Shanique Grant has won the 2025 Southern California Pro. The IFBB Professional League Wellness show occurred on Saturday, June 7, in San Diego, CA, and served as a 2025 ... Continue Reading

2025 Oklahoma Pro Classic Physique Show Results

Andy Paredes has won the 2025 Oklahoma Pro Classic Physique show. Paredes was one of 26 IFBB Professional League competitors posing in Tulsa, OK, on Saturday, June 7. The other 25 hoped to qualify for ... Continue Reading

2025 Thailand Pro Results

Tyler Smith has won the 2025 Thailand Pro Men’s Physique show. Smith was one of 23 competitors who faced the judges and fans in Pattaya, Thailand, on Saturday, June 7. He held center stage ... Continue Reading

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