The 2025 Pittsburgh Pro is set for May 10-11 in Pittsburgh, PA. IFBB Pro League president Jim Manion promotes the event, featuring 2025 Olympia Weekend qualification shows in seven IFBB Professional League ... Continue Reading
How and Why Bodybuilder Erin Banks Trains Legs for a Division That Doesn’t Care About Them
When we think of the Men’s Physique division, capped delts, a ripped six-pack, and a broad back come to mind. While the judging criteria largely ignore leg definition, competitors still have plenty of good ... Continue Reading
Do Collagen Peptides Increase Tendon Thickness?
Collagen is a building block for skin, bones, muscles, ligaments, tendons, and connective tissues. Collagen peptides, a widely popular supplement, are an easily digestible form of collagen created through ... Continue Reading
How MMA Fighter Paddy Pimblett Dropped 40 Pounds for UFC 314
UFC lightweight contender Paddy Pimblett is known for his miraculous weight cuts. Before his high-stakes fight against Michael Chandler at UFC 314, Pimblett documented his drop from 190 pounds to ... Continue Reading
The Nutrition Secrets Phil Heath Used During His Mr. Olympia Dynasty
In 2011, Phil Heath ended Jay Cutler’s quest for a third consecutive Mr. Olympia title, dethroning the four-time champion. Heath then dominated the bodybuilding world, claiming six more consecutive ... Continue Reading
New Study — One Set, Best Set Enough for Chest Hypertrophy?
Breaking exercises into sets provides muscle recovery time, so how many sets are optimal for muscle growth? Is less volume more beneficial for specific muscle groups? A recent study on chest ... Continue Reading
How Much Muscle Did Jeff Nippard Gain In 14 Months Naturally?
Muscle growth potential is primarily determined by genetic factors, varying between individuals. From January 2024 to March 2025, natural bodybuilder Jeff Nippard set out to challenge the ... Continue Reading
Martin Fitzwater’s Pittsburgh Pro Peak Week Pre-Workout Meal
Bodybuilder Martin Fitzwater is closing in on his next contest at the 2025 Pittsburgh Pro, scheduled for May 10-11. Ahead of his performance, he is locking in his diet and managing his sweet ... Continue Reading
Build a Well-Rounded Chest With These 3 Exercises
Building a big and proportionate chest is crucial in competitive bodybuilding or for a desirably muscular physique. The chest is an aesthetic "mirror muscle" that grounds the viewer's eye toward the ... Continue Reading
The Shoulder Workout That Builds James Hollingshead’s 3D Delts
IFBB Professional League Men’s Open bodybuilder James Hollingshead has competed twice in the 2025 season. He ranked eighth at the Arnold Classic and third at the 2025 Detroit Pro. “The ... Continue Reading
Martin Fitzwater’s Posing and Recovery Approach for the Pittsburgh Pro Explained
Preparing for a pro bodybuilding contest can be physically and mentally demanding. Martin Fitzwater shared why his approach to recovery and posing could be the difference-maker onstage at the Pittsburgh ... Continue Reading
6 Training Tips Beginners Should Prioritize in the Gym
Starting a weight training program can be daunting, especially for first-time gym goers. There is much to learn for beginners, from navigating the equipment to learning lifting techniques to understanding ... Continue Reading
Critiquing the Most Followed Fitness Influencer’s Workout & Diet
Australian fitness influencer and personal trainer Kayla Itsines is one of the most prominent figures in the social media fitness world. Known as the Bikini Body Guide (BBG) creator, she has amassed over ... Continue Reading
How Good Is Jeff Nippard’s “The Pure Bodybuilding Program”?
Pro natural bodybuilder and powerlifter Jeff Nippard is known for his science-based approach to fitness and training. As a former Mr. Junior Canada for natural bodybuilding and a ... Continue Reading
Build Muscle, Lose Fat — Intermittent Fasting, Resistance Training, or Both?
Intermittent fasting (IF) has gained popularity as an effective method for weight loss and improving overall health markers. (1) However, bodybuilders and athletes, who are focused on preserving lean ... Continue Reading
2025 California Supplement Pro Bodybuilding Show Results
The 2025 California Supplement Pro was held in Alicante, Spain, on Sunday, May 4, 2025. This was the first 2025 Olympia Weekend qualifying event in Spain of the year, and it featured ... Continue Reading
“It’s an Eyesore” — Hany Rambod Rates Nick Walker’s 2022 Mr. Olympia Physique
In early May 2025, retired pro bodybuilding coach Hany Rambod analyzed the physique of 2021 Arnold Classic champion Nick Walker's physique from the 2022 Mr. Olympia contest, which earned a bronze ... Continue Reading
Jeff Cavaliere’s 5 Best Stretches to Boost Flexibility for Beginners
Stretching can enhance flexibility and range of motion, boosting exercise performance and helping to prevent injuries. (1) However, specific stretches can be challenging for individuals with ... Continue Reading
Nick Walker’s Antagonistic Upper Body Training for the 2025 Pittsburgh Pro
After missing the Mr. Olympia for two consecutive years, Nick Walker is fighting to reclaim his position as one of the world’s best bodybuilders. He recently shared the upper body ... Continue Reading
Jay Cutler Can Fix the 3 Common Squatting Mistakes You’re Making
Many squat variations can enhance strength and mobility and help build muscle. Four-time Mr. Olympia Jay Cutler included them in his programming during his competitive prime and continues to train them at ... Continue Reading
2025 California Supplement Pro Bodybuilding Show Preview
The 2025 California Supplement Pro will occur in Alicante, Spain, on Sunday, May 4, 2025. Promoter Emilio Martinez will host a 2025 Olympia qualifying event for the IFBB Professional League’s Classic ... Continue Reading
Phil Heath’s 10 Favorite Mass-Building Exercises
Retired pro bodybuilder Phil Heath is often considered the most genetically gifted athlete to step on a bodybuilding stage. He won seven Mr. Olympia titles — tied with Arnold Schwarzenegger for the ... Continue Reading
“Bodybuilding Is the Only Sport Where You’re in the Worst Shape on Show Day” — Larry Wheels Trains & Preps With Wesley Vissers and Urs Kalecinski
Powerlifter turned Classic Physique bodybuilder Larry Wheels is getting peeled for his reattempt at an IFBB pro card at an upcoming bodybuilding show in May 2025. Wheels, a record-holding powerlifter, took ... Continue Reading
Men’s Open Bodybuilder’s Ultimate Muscle-Building Breakfast Recipe
Does nutrient quality affect physique progress? In April 2025, Men's Open bodybuilder James Hollingshead shared his version of the ultimate muscle-building breakfast. The heavyweight concocted a ... Continue Reading