Men’s Open bodybuilder Nick Walker is working meticulously with his new coach, Kyle Wilkes, and trainer, Jared Feather, to improve upon his 2022 third-place Mr. Olympia finish. He needs to enter ... Continue Reading
Jay Cutler Guides Mike Sommerfeld Through Leg Training
“It feels unreal; since I was 11 years old, I dreamt of being on that Olympia stage, and now I’m really close.” The 2024 Classic Physique Olympia runner-up Mike Sommerfeld opened up recently during a leg ... Continue Reading
Hypertrophy Coach Joe Bennett’s 5-Step Program For Shredding Fat Fast
As 2025 begins, many seek quick and effective ways to shed fat. Achieving a healthier body fat percentage and weight significantly benefits physical performance and overall well-being. (1) Given ... Continue Reading
Men Can Gain More Muscle Mass Than Women But Lean Mass Is What Matters
Does gender affect muscle mass outcomes, provided training volume and regime are consistent? The answer is yes, but not without caveats. An April 2024 meta-analysis in Research Gate suggests that men ... Continue Reading
2x Olympia Champ Erin Stern’s Quick 3-Step Pull-Up Improvement Tips
Pull-ups are among the most challenging foundational exercises, demanding strong lats, biceps, and forearms. They’re exceptional for back development and a benchmark of strength assessment, all while being ... Continue Reading
What Is “MainGaining” and How Is It Different From Bulking?
Can you maximize muscle gains without the extra calories? Fitness influencer Paul Carter believes you can. “Bulking doesn’t seem to be beneficial for growth,” Carter concluded in a video posted on social ... Continue Reading
Should You Fear or Befriend Seed Oils?
Seed oils like sunflower, linseed, grapeseed, and canola are vegetable oils extracted from plant seeds. They’re widely used for cooking and various other purposes. However, some argue that seed oils may ... Continue Reading
Soluble Vs. Insoluble: The Fiber Debate
The benefits of fiber are no secret. Plenty of research supports the positive effects fiber provides people, including overall metabolic health, insulin sensitivity, cardiovascular disease, colonic health, ... Continue Reading
Bodybuilder Matt Greggo’s 2025 Arnold Classic Shredding Diet
“I wasn’t going to do the Arnold, then…two days later, I was like, why am I not going to do the Arnold?” The 2024 Classic Physique New York Pro champ Matt Greggo’s coach, Chris Aceto, endorsed ... Continue Reading
Try Bodybuilder Dana Linn Bailey’s Go-To Food Prep Meal
“Meal prep doesn’t have to be boring; it doesn’t have to taste bad,” says former Women’s Physique Olympia champion Dana Linn Bailey. With the new year upon us, Bailey shared her favorite low-fat, ... Continue Reading
The Rationale for More Reps Per Set for Muscle Growth
A common question in training is whether low, medium, or high reps are best for maximizing hypertrophy. A survey of 127 competitive bodybuilders revealed that most trained within the seven- to 12-rep ... Continue Reading
What Is Visceral Fat and What Diet Combats It?
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
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
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
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
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
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
What An Evidence-Based Hypertrophy Training Program Looks Like
Bodybuilding Coach Joe Bennett has trained everyone from beginners to Olympia champs. While research isn’t his forte, he’s no total meathead either, blending science with real results. “I’m all about ... Continue Reading
Jay Cutler’s 3 Favorite Triceps Exercises Features an Underrated Move
To transform your triceps into a true three-headed monster, you need to travel across the pond to pull a page out of a trusted friend's playbook. Luckily, this figurative trip won't cost you an arm and ... Continue Reading
2025 Olympia Qualification Rules
With the 2024 Olympia in the rearview mirror, bodybuilding fans are already shifting their gaze to 2025. T he dates and location of that event had not been announced at the time of this article’s ... Continue Reading