The 2024 Musclecontest Austria Pro is set for Saturday, Dec. 14, 2024, in Schwechat, Austria. This IFBB Professional League show will feature the Classic Physique division. Ten competitors ... 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
5 Exercises to Build Titanic Traps
Actor Tom Hardy’s portrayal of the menacing Bane in the 2012 film The Dark Knight Rises is iconic for his ruthlessness, unforgettable voice, and jacked traps. These upper back and neck muscles have three ... Continue Reading
Every Winner of the Wheelchair Olympia
The Wheelchair Olympia is the sixth men’s division and the 10th overall to be added to the annual Olympia. This competition was born in 2018 and has become an annual tradition that has inspired fans ... Continue Reading
Every Winner of the Wellness Olympia
The Wellness division is the 11th and most recent category to be featured in the annual Olympia competition. Even though it is the newest of those featured every year, its fanbase and inclusion of ... Continue Reading
2024 Battle of the Bay Pro Bikini Division Show Results
The 2024 Battle of the Bay Pro was held on Saturday, Dec. 7, 2024, in Union City, CA. This event served as a 2025 Olympia qualifier for the Bikini division. It featured 30 pros representing five ... Continue Reading
2024 Musclecontest Nacional Pro Results
The 2024 Musclecontest Nacional Pro was held on Saturday, Dec. 7, 2024, in Campina, Brazil. Promoter Tamer El Guindy hosted 11 IFBB Professional League competitors in the final Wellness ... 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
2024 Musclecontest Nacional Pro Wellness Show Preview
The 2024 Musclecontest Nacional Pro will be held in Campinas, Brazil, on Saturday, Dec. 7, 2024. Promoter Tamer El Guindy will host a 2025 Wellness Olympia qualifying event with 11 competitors ... Continue Reading
2024 Battle of the Bay Pro Bikini Division Show Preview
The 2024 Battle of the Bay Pro is set for Saturday, Dec. 7, 2024, in Union City, CA. This event features the IFBB Pro League’s Bikini division and awards the winner a 2025 Bikini ... Continue Reading
Total Sets Matter More Than Number of Workouts; New Study Reveals Optimal Muscle Training Frequency
Building muscle requires consistent strength training over time to achieve noticeable gains. But how often should each muscle group be trained weekly to maximize muscle growth? Is a five-day split to train ... 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
Jay Cutler Refuses to Start Chest Day Without Training a Completely Unrelated Body Part
If it ain't broke, don't fix it. Like most bodybuilders, Jay Cutler is a creature of habit. Even though the four-time Mr. Olympia no longer trains to compete, he's still committed to training the same way ... 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
2024 Bigman Weekend Spain Pro Bodybuilding Show Results
The 2024 Bigman Weekend Spain Pro was held on the weekend of Nov. 30 through Dec. 1, 2024, in Alicante, Spain. This IFBB Pro League-sanctioned event featured the Men’s Open and Bikini ... Continue Reading
2024 Luciana Cruz de Fora Pro Women’s Physique Show Results
The 2024 Luciana Cruz de Fora Pro occurred on Saturday, November 30, 2024, in Juiz de Fora, Brazil. Fourteen IFBB Pro League competitors stepped on stage in hopes of winning the final Women’s Physique show ... Continue Reading
How 4x Men’s Physique Olympia Champion Jeremy Buendia Eats to Bulk
Four-time Men’s Physique Olympia champ Jeremy Buendia is eyeing the 2025 Arnold Classic (AC), marking his AC debut and what might be his bodybuilding career’s swan song. Buendia’s bulking diet ... Continue Reading
Phil Heath’s 3 Methods To Build Muscle Without Lifting Heavy
If you want to build muscle, you need two things — a will and a way. If you’re on the hunt for every tip and trick you can get to maximize your time in the weight room, you’ve got the will. Phil Heath has ... Continue Reading
Jeremy Buendia Says Meal Frequency Matters; Science Disagrees
Jeremy Buendia credits upping his meal frequency from five to six daily meals with elevating his physique. It’s a common refrain to hear from a competitive bodybuilder, much less a four-time winner of the ... Continue Reading