Jay Cutler retired from bodybuilding over a decade ago, but the four-time Mr. Olympia winner still pays as much heed to his health as ever. Cutler’s endorsement of the B-vitamin caught our ear and ... Continue Reading
Does Ibuprofen Prevent Muscle Growth? What You Should Know
I have two and a half bottles of ibuprofen in my medicine cabinet right now. I’m not proud of it, but ibuprofen is, from time to time, a go-to supplement of mine for managing the frustrating side effects ... Continue Reading
2024 Sasquatch Pro Bodybuilding Show Results
The 2025 Sasquatch Pro occurred on Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024, in Federal Way, WA. It was one of the first qualifying shows for the 2025 Olympia Weekend, meaning the winners of these contests were ... Continue Reading
2024 Titans Grand Prix Bodybuilding Show Results
The 2024 Titans Grand Prix Pro was held in Anaheim, CA, on Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024. It was one of the first three pro shows that served as qualifying events for the 2025 Olympia, the date and ... Continue Reading
2024 Turkey Pro Men’s Physique Show Results
Riccardo Croci is the 2024 Turkey Pro Men’s Physique show winner. This competition was held in Izmir, Turkey, on Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024. It was the first show of the 2025 Olympia ... Continue Reading
Chris Bumstead’s Full Day of Eating, 4 Weeks Out | 2024 Olympia
Competitive bodybuilders typically prioritize diet as competitions near, adopting a meticulous approach to nutrition during the prep to achieve and maintain peak conditioning. On Sept. 16, 2024, ... Continue Reading
Ariel Khadr Is Out of the 2024 Fitness Olympia
Three-time Fitness International champion Ariel Khadr is out of the 2024 Fitness Olympia, scheduled to be held on the weekend of Oct. 10-13, 2024, in Las Vegas, NV, as part of the 2024 Olympia. That ... Continue Reading
Ronnie Coleman Reveals His Heaviest Lifts Ever
Light weight, baby — eight-time Mr. Olympia winner Ronnie Coleman, widely considered the modern G.O.A.T of competitive bodybuilding, was stronger than anyone thought. According to Coleman himself, ... Continue Reading
Nick Walker’s Legs Look Freakier Than Ever 3 Weeks Before the 2024 Olympia
Nick Walker missed out on the 2023 Olympia due to a hamstring injury. “The Mutant” booked himself a ticket to the 2024 Olympia with a win at the New York Pro and, if his most recent physique update is any ... Continue Reading
2024 Sasquatch Pro Bodybuilding Show Preview
The 2025 Sasquatch Pro will occur on Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024, in Federal Way, WA. It is one of the first shows of the 2025 Olympia qualifying season. The winners of the Men’s Physique, Figure, and Bikini ... Continue Reading
2024 Titans Grand Prix Pro Bodybuilding Show Preview
The 2024 Titans Grand Prix Pro will be held in Anaheim, CA, on Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024. This IFBB Pro League event will feature the Classic Physique, Women’s Bodybuilding, and Fitness divisions. Each ... Continue Reading
2024 Turkey Pro Men’s Physique Show Preview
The 2024 Turkey Pro Men’s Physique show will take place on the weekend of Sept. 21-22, 2024, in Izmir, Turkey, and will kick off the 2025 Olympia qualifying season. The event winner will be the first to be ... Continue Reading
Arching Your Back on the Bench Press Is a Must-Do for Muscle Gain, Experts Say
The best bench pressers in the world arch their backs when they set up for a 1-rep max. It’s a controversial technique that less-informed lifters would decry as “cheating.” Back arching also happens ... Continue Reading
Study: Here’s How Many Calories You Should Eat to Build Muscle in Bulking Season
It’s bulking season, baby. With summer — and temperatures — winding down, you might be transitioning from a cut to a bulk. A renewed focus on building muscle and increasing strength requires extra ... Continue Reading
The Best Exercise Sequence for Making Muscle Gains, Fast
Following a workout program can help maximize gains, but workout performance and progress benefit from an exercise sequence aligned with your training goals. For instance, training skull ... Continue Reading
If You Could Only Do 5 Chest Exercises, Do These
A well-developed chest is a centerpiece of an aesthetically appealing physique. However, building a sculpted chest is easier said than done, and not all chest exercises are created equal. On Sept. 16, ... Continue Reading
Bobybuilding Legend Lee Priest’s Solution for Better Muscle Separation
During his competitive career, Australian bodybuilder Lee Priest clinched the NABBA Mr. Universe title in 2013 and the IFBB Ironman Pro title in 2006. “The Blonde Myth” is a six-time Olympian, finishing ... Continue Reading
Ramon Dino Looks Like a Winner 4 Weeks Out From the 2024 Olympia
The 2024 Classic Physique Olympia is less than a month away, and this time, it might just be Ramon Dino's year. The 2024 Olympia runs from Oct. 10 to 13 in Las Vegas, NV. Here's how last year's ... Continue Reading
Phil Heath’s 4-Exercise Arm Workout for a “Massive Pump”
They call him “the Gift”: Phil Heath won seven Mr. Olympia titles off the back of a nigh-impeccable physique. Though it seems like he's retired now, Heath still hits the weights as hard as he ever ... Continue Reading
Merch and Muscles Collide at Gymshark’s LiftNYC Event
British-based fitness apparel and accessories brand Gymshark recently joined forces with reigning five-time Classic Physique Olympia champion Chris Bumstead, who became a part owner in the company. How ... Continue Reading
Shaun Clarida Gives a Tour of His Gym
Building a gym from scratch is a major milestone for the two-time 212 Olympia winner Shaun Clarida. His new “GK Jungle Gym” is 5,000 square feet of nostalgic heaven with over 90 pieces of almost ... Continue Reading
Why Meg Sylvester Uses Stem Cells for the 2024 Olympia
Stem cell treatments are emerging to accelerate healing, reduce inflammation, and promote tissue repair. Stem cell therapy holds immense promise for athletes, potentially speeding up recovery from sports ... Continue Reading
Samson Dauda Leverages Superset Training To Build Bigger Arms for the 2024 Olympia
Competitive bodybuilders often push their bodies to the limit during extreme calorie deficits required during the final weeks of competition prep. Long, exhausting workouts can be counterproductive when ... Continue Reading
Does Gaining Muscle Boost Metabolism? Exercise Scientist Weighs In
Does more muscle mass rev one's metabolism? On Sept. 13, 2024, exercise scientist Dr. Milo Wolf delved into the science of this issue, clarifying misconceptions and shedding light on the relationship ... Continue Reading