British-based fitness apparel and accessories brand Gymshark recently joined forces with reigning five-time Classic Physique Olympia champion Chris Bumstead, who became a part owner in the company. How ... Continue Reading
Shaun Clarida Gives a Tour of His Gym
Building a gym from scratch is a major milestone for the two-time 212 Olympia winner Shaun Clarida. His new “GK Jungle Gym” is 5,000 square feet of nostalgic heaven with over 90 pieces of almost ... Continue Reading
Why Meg Sylvester Uses Stem Cells for the 2024 Olympia
Stem cell treatments are emerging to accelerate healing, reduce inflammation, and promote tissue repair. Stem cell therapy holds immense promise for athletes, potentially speeding up recovery from sports ... Continue Reading
Samson Dauda Leverages Superset Training To Build Bigger Arms for the 2024 Olympia
Competitive bodybuilders often push their bodies to the limit during extreme calorie deficits required during the final weeks of competition prep. Long, exhausting workouts can be counterproductive when ... Continue Reading
Does Gaining Muscle Boost Metabolism? Exercise Scientist Weighs In
Does more muscle mass rev one's metabolism? On Sept. 13, 2024, exercise scientist Dr. Milo Wolf delved into the science of this issue, clarifying misconceptions and shedding light on the relationship ... Continue Reading
Are Long-Length Partials the Secret to More Muscular Legs?
Bodybuilders are flocking to long-length partials, as recent research suggests this stretched-position training can outperform shortened partials and full range of motion (ROM) training for maximizing ... Continue Reading
2024 Janet Layug Battle of the Bodies Pro Bikini Division Show Results
The 2024 Janet Layug Battle of the Bodies Pro occurred on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024, in Fort Lauderdale, FL. The event, promoted by 2020 Bikini Olympia champion Janet Layug, was one of the final qualifying ... Continue Reading
2024 San Antonio Pro Bodybuilding Show Results
The 2024 San Antonio Pro was held in San Antonio, TX, on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024. It was one of the final qualifying events of the 2024 Olympia season. The winners of the four divisions ... Continue Reading
2024 Europa Pro Bodybuilding Show Results
The 2024 Europa Pro was held in London, England, on the weekend of Sept. 14-15, 2024. This was the only show outside of the Olympia to host all 11 IFBB Pro League divisions, and each of those contests was ... Continue Reading
How Does 7-Time Figure Olympia Champion Cydney Gillon Train Shoulders to Defend Her Title?
Figure Olympia champion Cydney Gillon has maintained her spot on the division's throne, amassing seven consecutive titles. Recently, Gillon shared insights into the shoulder training that partially ... Continue Reading
Judges Told Breon Ansley to Improve His Legs — and He’s Listening
Success in competitive bodybuilding hinges on the judges' assessment of an ideal physique. Athletes proactively seek feedback from judges to address any identified weaknesses, and Breon Ansley is listening ... Continue Reading
Nick Walker’s 2 Favorite Shoulder Exercises
Nick Walker doesn't believe in overconfidence. The 2024 New York Pro winner is considered an underdog for the 2024 Olympia, but Walker likes his chances. Why? He's got shoulders for days. We're going ... Continue Reading
Wesley Vissers Is Bringing Up His Legs to Challenge Chris Bumstead at the 2024 Olympia
The five-time reigning Classic Physique Olympia champion Chris Bumstead’s sprawling quad sweeps, diced hamstrings, and striated glutes have made him unbeatable for the past half decade. However, the 2024 ... Continue Reading
Gymshark to Host Fitness Expo LiftNYC On Sept. 14-15, 2024
On Sept. 9, 2024, five-time reigning Classic Physique Olympia champion Chris Bumstead took to his Instagram page, where he has 24.2 million followers, and announced that he became a part-owner of the ... Continue Reading
2024 San Antonio Pro Bodybuilding Show Preview
The 2024 San Antonio Pro bodybuilding show, set for Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024, in San Antonio, TX, will feature 2024 Olympia qualifying contests for the Classic Physique, Men’s Physique, Figure, and Bikini ... Continue Reading
2024 Janet Layug Battle of the Bodies Pro Bikini Division Show Preview
The 2024 Janet Layug Battle of the Bodies Bikini division show is set for Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024, in Fort Lauderdale, FL. Twelve IFBB Pro League competitors will take the stage with hopes of winning ... Continue Reading
2024 Europa Pro Bodybuilding Show Preview
The 2024 Europa Pro is scheduled to take place in London, England, on the weekend of Sept. 14-15, 2024. This is the only IFBB Pro League show on the 2024 schedule outside the Olympia to feature all 11 ... Continue Reading
Don’t Endanger Your Gains by Undereating
Athletes who undereat, particularly those focused on building strength and muscle, face significant risks. On Sept. 8, 2024, the ultra-marathoner and ... Continue Reading
What Is a Mike Tyson Push-Up?
Legendary boxer Mike Tyson is synonymous with power and athletic ability. On social media, a bodyweight exercise inspired by Tyson has gained attention: the Mike Tyson push-up. While any connection ... Continue Reading
The Best & Worst Shoulder Exercises, Ranked
When it comes to building muscle, having the right shoulder exercises in your arsenal can make all the difference. Puffed-up, three-dimensional delts can elevate your entire physique, after ... Continue Reading
The Leg Day Hack That Increases Hamstring Gains by 50%
50% off? That's Black Friday — 50% extra is Christmas morning. But if you wanted 50% more hamstring gains on leg day, you don't need to stampede over zealous shoppers or spend hours with wrapping paper; ... Continue Reading
Bodybuilding Legend Vince Taylor Is Still Shredded at Age 68
Bodybuilding legend and five-time Masters Olympia champion Vince Taylor is still training hard at 68. Taylor, who is considered by many to be the greatest Masters bodybuilder ever, still works as a ... Continue Reading
Breaking: Big Ramy Will NOT Compete at the 2024 Mr. Olympia
The 2024 Olympia contest is scheduled for Oct. 10-13, 2024, in Las Vegas, NV. As usual, the main event is the Mr. Olympia competition, where one Man's Open bodybuilder will achieve the historic victory and ... Continue Reading
Interview: Olympia President Dan Solomon Speaks on 60th Edition of Bodybuilding’s Biggest Event
Olympia President Dan Solomon has had quite the journey within the bodybuilding industry. He has been a writer, the original radio show host of Pro Bodybuilding Weekly, the first major podcast devoted ... Continue Reading