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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

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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

Mike Sommerfeld’s Full Day of Eating Gets Dirty at Bedtime 

Bodybuilding success is a complex combination of diet and training, with many nuances. Only a few have dialed in each part perfectly to reach the pinnacle of the sport. After finishing eighth the year ... Continue Reading

Mr. Olympia Samson Dauda’s Full Day of Eating During 2025 Arnold Classic Prep

2024 Mr. Olympia Samson Dauda’s victory in Las Vegas, NV, to become the top bodybuilder on the planet was awe-inspiring, dethroning defending champion Derek Lunsford and fending off 2022 Mr. Olympia ... Continue Reading

You Live Longer If You Intermittent Fast? Yes! But Not How You Think

Intermittent fasting (IF) involves alternating between periods of eating and fasting. Many experts praise IF for its potential benefits, including improved weight management, body composition, ... Continue Reading

Jay Cutler performs chest flyes.

Jay Cutler Refuses to Start Chest Day Without Training a Completely Unrelated Body Part

If it ain't broke, don't fix it. Like most bodybuilders, Jay Cutler is a creature of habit. Even though the four-time Mr. Olympia no longer trains to compete, he's still committed to training the same way ... Continue Reading

Does Collagen Have Any Connective Tissue Benefits? Expert Explains

Collagen, one of the most abundant proteins in the body, is also widely available as a supplement. Yet, questions remain about its effectiveness, particularly in supporting connective tissue ... Continue Reading

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