The shoulders are one of the few muscles featured in the front, side, and back of the body. They have three heads that move the arm forward, laterally, and back. To build strong, aesthetic deltoids, they ... Continue Reading
Olympians Unite — Derek Lunsford and Mike Sommerfeld Attack Lats & Arms
Recently, the 2023 Mr. Olympia Derek Lunsford and Classic Physique star Mike Sommerfeld trained together. Although Lunsford lost his title at the 2024 Olympia to Samson Dauda, he still secured a spot in ... Continue Reading
2024 Ben Weider Naturals Pro Results
The 2024 Ben Weider Naturals Pro was held on the weekend of Nov. 15-16, 2024, in Alexandria, VA. This is considered the most significant natural bodybuilding show on the IFBB Pro League calendar, featuring ... Continue Reading
2024 Shawn Ray Hawaiian Classic Pro Results
The 2024 Shawn Ray Hawaiian Classic Pro occurred in Honolulu, HI, on Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024. This event, promoted by IFBB Hall of Famer Shawn Ray, featured amateur contests and 2025 Olympia qualifiers for ... Continue Reading
2024 Atlantic Coast Pro Results
The 2024 Atlantic Coast Pro, held on the weekend of Nov. 16-17, 2024, in Fort Lauderdale, FL, served as a 2025 Olympia qualifying show for the Classic Physique, Men’s Physique, Figure, Bikini, ... Continue Reading
What Is the Optimal Fasting Length? (Hint: It’s NOT 16 Hours)
It's no secret that intermittent fasting can be an effective tool for curbing cravings, reducing insulin resistance, and burning fat. What's less obvious, however, is exactly how long you should abstain ... Continue Reading
2024 Prague Pro Results
Martin Fitzwater has won the 2024 Prague Pro Men’s Open title. The IFBB Pro League-sanctioned event was held on Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024, in Prague, Czech Republic, and it served as a 2025 ... Continue Reading
Lauralie Chapados Is Ready To Lead As 2024 Bikini Olympia Champion
Lauralie Chapados has been among the most successful competitors in the Bikini division for several years. Since turning pro in 2017, she has earned several championships, including three Bikini ... Continue Reading
Conquer Your Mind, Transform Your Life: Shaun T.’s Journey From ‘Insanity’ to Pro Bodybuilding
If you know Shaun T., the illustrious fitness trainer who created programs like Insanity, Hip-Hop Abs for Beachbody, and others during the aughts to help people chisel their physiques from the comfort of ... Continue Reading
2024 Mr. Olympia Samson Dauda’s Winning Strategy Is Trusting His Instincts
In the weeks leading up to the 2024 Olympia, held in Las Vegas, NV, on Oct. 11-12, 2024, much of the buzz was about the previous two Mr. Olympia champions — 2022 winner Hadi Choopan and ... Continue Reading
Hany Rambod, Legendary Bodybuilding Coach, Announces Retirement
Hany Rambod, renowned bodybuilding coach, trainer, and entrepreneur, has announced his retirement from professional physique coaching. Rambod, dubbed by the bodybuilding industry as "the Pro Creator," is ... Continue Reading
Lean Bulking Is Hard — Here Are 3 Tips to Get It Right
On social media, Gen Z calls it the “winter arc” — the period between the end of summer’s warmth and the following spring. It’s typically when bodybuilders embrace lean bulking. If you’re bundling up ... Continue Reading
Dr. Mike Israetel’s Best Chest Exercise Might Surprise You
Ask a group of 10 lifters to name their favorite chest exercise and you're bound to hear the good ol' bench press mentioned at least half the time. However, the path to pumping up your pecs to their ... Continue Reading
2024 China DMS Changsha Pro Bodybuilding Show Preview
The 2024 China DMS Changsha Pro slated for Monday, Nov. 18, 2024, in Changsha, China, is one of the country’s final IFBB Pro League shows on the 2024 schedule. It features 2025 Olympia qualifying shows for ... Continue Reading
2024 Ben Weider Naturals Pro Bodybuilding Show Preview
The 2024 Ben Weider Naturals Pro will take place in Alexandria, VA, on the weekend of Nov. 15-16, 2024. This event is strictly for natural competitors, meaning they are not allowed to use banned ... Continue Reading
2024 Shawn Ray Hawaiian Classic Pro Bodybuilding Show Preview
The 2024 Shawn Ray Hawaiian Classic Pro will occur on Saturday, November 16, 2024, in Honolulu, HI. Promoter and IFBB Hall of Famer Shawn Ray will host 2025 Olympia qualifying shows for the Men’s Physique ... Continue Reading
2024 Atlantic Coast Pro Bodybuilding Show Preview
The 2024 Atlantic Coast Pro will occur on the weekend of Nov. 16-17, 2024, in Fort Lauderdale, FL. Promoter Tim Gardner will host 2025 Olympia qualifying events for the Classic Physique, Men’s Physique, ... Continue Reading
We Miss Chris Bumstead Already. Here Are 6 of His Best Bodybuilding Tips
Chris Bumstead knows a thing or two about building muscle. Beginning with a win at the 2019 Classic Physique Olympia, Bumstead’s reign over the division has made him the most recognizable active physique ... Continue Reading
Nick Walker Reveals New 5-Day Training Split
Since parting ways with coach Matt Jansen after missing the Olympia in 2023 and 2024, IFBB Men's Open bodybuilder Nick Walker enlisted Jared Feather for his training, paired with the Renaissance ... Continue Reading
Jay Cutler’s Stance on Training to Failure Might Surprise You
Failure is an option. While Jay Cutler didn't hold that attitude when he competed for Mr. Olympia titles, he doesn't view growing muscle in quite the same light. At least, not when it comes to ... Continue Reading
2024 Prague Pro Preview: Chris Bumstead, Shaun Clarida to Compete in Men’s Open
The 2024 Prague Pro will occur on Nov. 16-17, 2024, in Prague, Czech Republic. This show is an annual tradition on the IFBB pro schedule. However, it has never received as much attention as in 2024 ... Continue Reading
Energy Compensation Might Be Affecting Your Weight Loss — Here’s What You Need to Know
Have you ever wondered why some people struggle to lose weight despite their dedication to cardio and dieting? While these two elements are crucial for weight loss, it’s evident ... Continue Reading
Chris Bumstead’s Men’s Open Bodybuilding Debut — Does He Stand a Chance?
For the past six years, Chris Bumstead dominated the Classic Physique division, racking up six consecutive Olympia titles from 2019 to 2024. Though he has enough championship hardware to last a lifetime, ... Continue Reading
Why Dorian Yates Preferred 120LB Dumbbell Flyes to the Bench Press
For Dorian Yates, it was light work — 120-pound dumbbell flyes, a chest isolation exercise most people perform rather delicately, were a staple of "the Shadow's" high-iron diet in his heyday. "I had ... Continue Reading