Martin Fitzwater broke all the rules at his first Mr. Olympia, including cardio. "The Martian," 27, made his Olympia debut in 2024, gracing the stage amid what many pros called the most competitive Men's ... Continue Reading
Dorian Yates on When To Use Machines vs. Free Weights for Bodybuilding
Bodybuilding is a surprisingly vibes-based sport. When it comes to equipment usage — specifically, machines vs. free weights for muscle growth — intuition and preference matter a great deal. A good ... Continue Reading
Trying To Out-Pose Chris Bumstead Made Runner-Up Mike Sommerfeld “Sore for 5 Days”
Ordinarily, when bodybuilders talk about muscle recovery, it's typically in a post-workout context. But for Mike Sommerfeld, it wasn't lifting weights that rendered him sore for several days. Rather, ... Continue Reading
Bodybuilder Phil Heath and Strongman Brian Shaw Inducted Into International Sports Hall of Fame
Four-time World's Strongest Man (WSM) Brian Shaw has been busy since retiring from competition in 2023. Seven-time Mr. Olympia champion Phil Heath is tied for the second most Sandow trophies in ... Continue Reading
Love & Lifting — Wesley Vissers’ New Bodybuilding Coach Is His Fiance
Working out with a significant other can with accountability for health and fitness goals. What happens when one's partner becomes a coach? For the 2024 Mr. Olympia Samson Dauda, it led to a ... Continue Reading
Exclusive Interview: Erin Banks Is NOT Retiring
2022 Men’s Physique Olympia champion Erin Banks set his sights on regaining the title at the 2024 Men’s Physique Olympia in Las Vegas, NV, on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2024, after conceding it to Ryan Terry in ... Continue Reading
Is Hot Or Cold Therapy Better For Muscle Recovery?
During intense training, muscles experience significant stress and strain. Rest is critical for muscle growth during recovery. While many might tout hot therapy as a benefit for post-training recovery, ... Continue Reading
Arnold Schwarzenegger’s Son Joe Baena Shares Physique Update, Push Workout
Joe Baena has big shoes to fill. Arnold Schwarzenegger's youngest son has always borne a striking resemblance to his father; after years in the weight room, he's looking the part as well. We'll also ... Continue Reading
“My Goal Is To Win Mr. Olympia” — Two-Time 212 Olympia Champion Keone Pearson Trains Like He’s Still Chasing the Title
One of the most anticipated showdowns at the 2024 Olympia was the rematch between 2023 212 Olympia champion Keone Pearson and two-time winner Shaun Clarida, who lost the title to Pearson last year. That ... Continue Reading
How Martin Fitzwater Used 4,000 Carbs to Fuel His Impressive Olympia Debut
Keto dieters will cringe when they digest the fact that Martin Fitzwater plowed through as many carbohydrates in three days as they would in nearly three months. Then again, when you're competing for ... Continue Reading
“Uncomfortable, Bloated, & Sluggish”: What It’s Like to Gain Weight After a Bodybuilding Show
Bodybuilding pushes the limits of human capabilities through extreme physical changes, demanding enormous mental resilience. While preparing for a bodybuilding show is arguably the most challenging, ... Continue Reading
What’s the Ideal Body Fat Level for Muscle Growth?
Body fat is vital for maintaining hormone levels and supporting testosterone production, both crucial for muscle growth. However, excessive fat storage can negatively impact health and ... Continue Reading
“He’s a Motherf%#ker”: Jay Cutler on the Most “Abrasive” Coach in Bodybuilding
Your favorite bodybuilder probably owes their success to Hany Rambod. Not literally, but almost — Rambod, whose industry-appropriate nickname “the Pro Creator” speaks for itself, has worked with many of ... Continue Reading
Larry Wheels Infuriates Physicists, Performs Muscle-Ups at 270LB
Leading physicists penned a strongly-worded letter to Larry Wheels on Oct. 25, 2024, after news spread of Wheels’ latest and perhaps most egregious refutation of basic scientific principles. Wheels ... Continue Reading
Jeff Nippard Ranks Best and Worst Biceps Exercises
Though the biceps are small muscles that flex the arm, when well-developed, they command a visual prominence comparable to much larger muscles, which requires proper training. On Oct. 19, 2024, ... Continue Reading
BREAKING: Chris Bumstead To Compete in Men’s Open Bodybuilding Division at 2024 Prague Pro
Chris Bumstead isn't done just yet. The six-time Classic Physique Olympia champion's retirement from bodybuilding appears to be short-lived — and now, many bodybuilding fans will get what they ... Continue Reading
2024 Chattanooga Night of Champions Pro Fitness Division Show Results
Tamara Vahn has won the 2024 Chattanooga Night of Champions Pro. The Fitness division contest, which included 11 IFBB Professional League athletes from four countries, was held on Saturday, Oct. ... Continue Reading
2024 Musclecontest Philippines Pro Men’s Physique Show Results
Joven Sagabain is the 2024 Musclecontest Philippines Pro winner. The IFBB Pro League Men’s Physique competition was held on Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024, in Manila, Philippines. Sagabain was one of seven ... Continue Reading
2024 Dennis James Classic Pro Classic Physique Show Results
Luca Reger is the 2024 Dennis James Pro champion. The IFBB Pro League Classic Physique division show was held on Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024, in Frankfurt, Germany, and it served as a qualifying ... Continue Reading
2024 Moscow Showdown Pro Results
Eujenia Shatova has won the 2024 Moscow Showdown Pro. The IFBB Pro League Bikini division show, promoted by five-time Fitness Olympia champion Oksana Grishina, was held in Moscow, Russia, on Friday, Oct. ... Continue Reading
2024 Nutriyummy Pro Cup Bodybuilding Show Results
The 2024 Nutriyummy Pro Cup was held on Sunday, Oct. 27, 2024, in Alicante, Spain. This IFBB Pro League event served as a 2025 Olympia qualifying event for the Classic Physique and Bikini divisions. Thirty ... Continue Reading
Jay Cutler’s “Blueprint” For Shoulder Development
If you're looking to build bigger, bolder shoulders, listen to "Sloppy Jay." A tongue-in-cheek nickname paying homage to his unconventional lifting form, Jay Cutler embraced the light-hearted criticism ... Continue Reading
2024 Classic Physique Olympia Runner-Up Mike Sommerfeld’s Hypertrophy Chest Training
With Chris Bumstead officially ceding his throne, one of bodybuilding's brightest rising stars may become the new lord of the Classic Physique division sooner than later. After falling from fifth in ... Continue Reading
2024 Musclecontest Philippines Pro Men’s Physique Show Preview
The 2024 Musclecontest Philippines Pro is scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024, in Manila, Philippines. This Men’s Physique division contest features eight athletes who will compete for victory and ... Continue Reading