On Sept. 9, 2024, five-time reigning Classic Physique Olympia champion Chris Bumstead took to his Instagram page, where he has 24.2 million followers, and announced that he became a part-owner of the ... Continue Reading
2024 San Antonio Pro Bodybuilding Show Preview
The 2024 San Antonio Pro bodybuilding show, set for Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024, in San Antonio, TX, will feature 2024 Olympia qualifying contests for the Classic Physique, Men’s Physique, Figure, and Bikini ... Continue Reading
2024 Janet Layug Battle of the Bodies Pro Bikini Division Show Preview
The 2024 Janet Layug Battle of the Bodies Bikini division show is set for Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024, in Fort Lauderdale, FL. Twelve IFBB Pro League competitors will take the stage with hopes of winning ... Continue Reading
2024 Europa Pro Bodybuilding Show Preview
The 2024 Europa Pro is scheduled to take place in London, England, on the weekend of Sept. 14-15, 2024. This is the only IFBB Pro League show on the 2024 schedule outside the Olympia to feature all 11 ... Continue Reading
Don’t Endanger Your Gains by Undereating
Athletes who undereat, particularly those focused on building strength and muscle, face significant risks. On Sept. 8, 2024, the ultra-marathoner and ... Continue Reading
What Is a Mike Tyson Push-Up?
Legendary boxer Mike Tyson is synonymous with power and athletic ability. On social media, a bodyweight exercise inspired by Tyson has gained attention: the Mike Tyson push-up. While any connection ... Continue Reading
The Best & Worst Shoulder Exercises, Ranked
When it comes to building muscle, having the right shoulder exercises in your arsenal can make all the difference. Puffed-up, three-dimensional delts can elevate your entire physique, after ... Continue Reading
The Leg Day Hack That Increases Hamstring Gains by 50%
50% off? That's Black Friday — 50% extra is Christmas morning. But if you wanted 50% more hamstring gains on leg day, you don't need to stampede over zealous shoppers or spend hours with wrapping paper; ... Continue Reading
Bodybuilding Legend Vince Taylor Is Still Shredded at Age 68
Bodybuilding legend and five-time Masters Olympia champion Vince Taylor is still training hard at 68. Taylor, who is considered by many to be the greatest Masters bodybuilder ever, still works as a ... Continue Reading
Breaking: Big Ramy Will NOT Compete at the 2024 Mr. Olympia
The 2024 Olympia contest is scheduled for Oct. 10-13, 2024, in Las Vegas, NV. As usual, the main event is the Mr. Olympia competition, where one Man's Open bodybuilder will achieve the historic victory and ... Continue Reading
Interview: Olympia President Dan Solomon Speaks on 60th Edition of Bodybuilding’s Biggest Event
Olympia President Dan Solomon has had quite the journey within the bodybuilding industry. He has been a writer, the original radio show host of Pro Bodybuilding Weekly, the first major podcast devoted ... Continue Reading
Bodybuilder Illia Golem Dies at 36
Czech bodybuilder Illia Golem has reportedly passed away at the age of 36. The Instagram account @whoisthebestbb originally broke the news and was later reported on by Nick's Strength and Power on YouTube. ... Continue Reading
Jay Cutler: Martin Fitzwater Is the Dark Horse of the 2024 Olympia
Speculation abounds: With exactly one month until the 2024 Olympia, the pack leaders — including the young Martin Fitzwater — of the Men's Open division are starting to stake their claims. Four-time ... Continue Reading
Drop-Set Your Way To a Thick Chest
Advanced strength training principles like drop sets and supersets are potent ways to maximize muscle gains, especially under time constraints. Research suggests these techniques are as effective for ... Continue Reading
Is Lauralie Chapados’ Back Development Her Ticket to Winning the 2024 Bikini Olympia?
IFBB Bikini pro Lauralie Chapados, winner of three consecutive Bikini International titles and the reigning champ, hopes to join the prestigious list of Bikini Olympia winners once again. The Canadian ... Continue Reading
Bulge Your Biceps Like 2024 New York Pro Classic Physique Champion Matt Greggo
American Classic Physique bodybuilder Matt Greggo secured his spot at the Classic Physique Olympia by winning the 2024 New York Pro. On Sept. 2, 2024, Greggo detailed his training strategies to ... Continue Reading
Tonio Burton Is Out of the 2024 Mr. Olympia Contest
IFBB Pro League Men’s Open bodybuilder Tonio Burton has withdrawn from the 60th edition of the Mr. Olympia, set for Oct. 10-13, 2024, in Las Vegas, NV, as a part of the 2024 Olympia ... Continue Reading
Is a Monster-Sized Back Samson Dauda’s Biggest Asset for the 2024 Olympia?
With less than six weeks until the 2024 Olympia, Men’s Open bodybuilder Samson Dauda is ramping up his preparations. Dauda, the 2023 Arnold Classic champion, secured third place ... Continue Reading
Never Start Your Back Workouts With Pull-Ups
Back day is the best day of the week. If you disagree, take a number and form an orderly line. Almost nothing hits better than inflating your lats, traps, and yoke with a skin-tearing pump and crab-walking ... Continue Reading
“Daddy’s Home”: Chris Bumstead Announces Part Ownership of Gymshark
Bigger than bodybuilding: Chris Bumstead, five-time Classic Physique Mr. Olympia and the world's most famous competitive bodybuilder, has announced a renewed partnership with and part ownership stake of ... Continue Reading
2024 Heart of Texas Pro Wellness Division Show Results
Jacqueline Huescas Rios is the 2024 Heart of Texas Pro Wellness show winner. The show, on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Frisco, TX, featured 24 IFBB Pro League competitors representing nine ... Continue Reading
The “4+1” Protocol for Easy-Mode Calf Gains
I used to take an almost sick pride in skipping calves. Over the course of a decade-plus gym career, I'd find myself putting calf training on the back burner again and again. Why? Training calves is ... Continue Reading
2024 Everest Muscle Classic Pro Classic Physique Show Results
Adrian Cyronek is the 2024 Everest Muscle Classic Pro Classic Physique show champion. This event was held in Warsaw, Poland, on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024. It served as a qualifier for the 2024 Classic ... Continue Reading
2024 Florida Pro Bodybuilding Show Results
The 2024 Florida Pro occurred in Sarasota, FL, on Saturday, Sept 7, 2024. It featured 2024 Olympia Weekend qualifying events for the Classic Physique, Men’s Physique, Figure, and Bikini divisions. Winners ... Continue Reading