The “Shadow” of Dorian Yates looms large over the world of bodybuilding, long after Yates himself retired from competing at the 1998 Mr. Olympia. Flash forward a quarter of a century and Yates’ ... Continue Reading
Volume Cycling: How Fewer Sets Can Help You Build More Muscle
How many sets are necessary for muscle hypertrophy? Does it suffice to perform just two sets, or is there a need to increase to three, four, or even five sets to maximize gains? Dr. Mike ... Continue Reading
Jay Cutler’s 3 Favorite Dumbbell Biceps Exercises
Well-developed biceps offer more than just an aesthetic boost; they enhance functionality and upper body strength. Building jacked arms doesn’t require high-tech training equipment. Four-time Mr. Olympia ... Continue Reading
“I Want To Be Michael Jordan” & More: Chris Bumstead on 2024 Olympia Prep
"My mind's been in a different place this year now that I have a child," bodybuilder Chris Bumstead says. On Jun. 3, 2024, Bumstead got candid with the camera for a YouTube interview about his mindset ... Continue Reading
These 3 Exercises Can Boost Back and Shoulder Hypertrophy For Competition
Dr. Mike Israetel, Ph.D. in sports physiology, is training for a bodybuilding competition. On May 27, 2024, Dr. Israetel offered a glimpse into his rigorous back and shoulder training regimen. ... Continue Reading
Interview: John Robert Cardillo Explains Original Hi-Intensity Training
Several fitness pioneers, such as Jack LaLanne, Joe Weider, and Arnold Schwarzenegger, have become household names. Another is Arthur Jones, the founder and creator of Nautilus machines and the godfather ... Continue Reading
Hunter Labrada’s 2024 Off-Season 4-Exercise Leg Day With Terrence Ruffin
Competitive bodybuilders leverage their off-seasons to maximize muscle mass and strength. However, the subsequent cutting phase, which usually lasts between 16 and 20 weeks, demands a strategic shift in ... Continue Reading
Bodybuilder Erin Stern’s Top 5 Tips for Faster Fat Loss
Losing fat can feel like solving a jigsaw puzzle, but two-time Figure Olympia champion Erin Stern offers the missing pieces in a video published on her YouTube channel. In the video, Stern shares her five ... Continue Reading
“No Squats”: The Leg Exercises 62-Year-Old Bodybuilder Dorian Yates Uses to Build Muscle
“Gone are the days of 1,500-pound leg presses,” lamented six-time bodybuilding champion Dorian Yates in the caption of a May 31, 2024 Instagram post. Yates, now 62, is one of the most decorated ... Continue Reading
Sadik Hadzovic’s 4 Tips To Grow Legs Without Barbell Back Squats
Leg training is crucial for building overall strength and a balanced physique. Barbell back squats, a compound exercise, are common among many training programs with hypertrophy goals. However, they might ... Continue Reading
Opinion: Gym Etiquette Is Ruining My Life
Barf. I groan as I sit up after another set of dumbbell bench presses, casting the weights down to the floor with as much nonchalance as I can muster: Like I hadn’t just pushed myself to the brink of ... Continue Reading
Wellness Bodybuilder Chloe Pickford’s Steroid Cycle and Leg Workout, Explained
IFBB Pro League Wellness bodybuilder and personal trainer Chloe Pickford recently shared insights into her leg day routine and steroid cycle on her YouTube channel. ... Continue Reading
2024 Miami Muscle Beach Pro Bodybuilding Show Results
The 2024 Miami Muscle Beach Pro occurred on Saturday, Jun. 1, 2024, in Miami, FL. IFBB Pro League Men’s Physique, Bikini, and Wellness divisions held pro shows at this event, and 2024 Olympia Weekend ... Continue Reading
Omer Bahamed Wins 2024 Thailand Pro Men’s Physique Show
Omer Bahamed has won the 2024 Thailand Pro. The IFBB Pro League Men’s Physique contest was held on Sunday, Jun. 2, 2024, in Pattaya, Thailand. Thanks to this win, he is now qualified for the 2024 ... Continue Reading
Lamar Shaw Wins 2024 Mid-USA Pro Classic Physique Show
Lamar Shaw has won the 2024 Mid-USA Pro Classic Physique show. The event was held on Saturday, Jun. 1, 2024, in Albuquerque, NM, and featured seven IFBB Pro League competitors. Shaw not only won this ... Continue Reading
Ashley Kaltwasser Wins 2024 Nevada State Championships Pro Bikini Division Show
Ashley Kaltwasser is the 2024 Nevada State Championships Pro winner. The IFBB Pro League Bikini division show was held on Saturday, June 1, 2024, in Las Vegas, NV, featuring 16 competitors. Kaltwasser was ... Continue Reading
Sam Sulek’s Grocery Tips During a Cutting Phase
Smart grocery shopping during a cutting phase is crucial for fueling your body with the right nutrients and staying on track with your calorie and macronutrient goals. Your choices will ultimately ... Continue Reading
Using Science, Jeff Nippard Ranks the Best and Worst Triceps Exercises
As part of his best and worst exercises YouTube series, fitness professional Jeff Nippard compiled a list of 20 common triceps exercises and ranked them from S-tier, for Super, to F-tier, or ... Continue Reading
How Did Arnold Schwarzenegger Train? A Chronicle of the Austrian Oak’s Favorite Workouts
It’s far from the most controversial thing in the sport to say: Arnold Schwarzenegger is the greatest bodybuilder of all time. A seven-time Mr. Olympia, Arnold helped push bodybuilding into the mainstream ... Continue Reading
2024 Miami Muscle Beach Pro Preview
The 2024 Miami Muscle Beach Pro will occur on Saturday, June 1, 2024, in Miami, FL. It will feature three IFBB Pro League divisions: Men’s Physique, Bikini, and Wellness. If they have not previously earned ... Continue Reading
2024 Thailand Pro Men’s Physique Show Preview
Fourteen Men’s Physique competitors will represent 11 nations onstage at the 2024 Thailand Pro on Saturday, June 1, 2024, in Pattaya, Thailand. This is a 2024 Olympia qualifying event, meaning the winner ... Continue Reading
2024 Nevada State Championships Bikini Division Show Preview
The 2024 Nevada State Championships Bikini division show is on Saturday, June 1, 2024, in Las Vegas, NV. Sixteen athletes will take the stage. The winner will earn a qualification to return to Las Vegas ... Continue Reading
2024 Mid-USA Pro Classic Physique Show Preview
The 2024 Mid-USA Pro Classic Physique show will take place on Sunday, June 2, 2024, in Albuquerque, NM. As of Friday, May 31, 2024, seven IFBB Pro League competitors will participate in this event. The ... Continue Reading
Dr. Mike Israetel’s 11 Tips for Muscle Gain After Age 40
Muscle gains after age 40 can be difficult, especially if you are training incorrectly. Dr. Mike Israetel, Ph.D. in sports physiology, shared his 11-step process for hypertrophy training after ... Continue Reading