House of Hypertrophy (HoH) recently examined the first study to compare muscle growth from cable versus dumbbell lateral raises. These variations isolate the medial head of the deltoids, pivotal to ... Continue Reading
Every Winner of the Arnold Classic Men’s Physique Competition
Since its inception in 2015, the Arnold Classic Men’s Physique contest has been a hallowed battleground for the division's top stars. Six athletes have raised the trophy as its champion ... Continue Reading
Achieve Your New Year’s Resolution With This 6-Exercise Full-Body Routine
“Full-body workouts boost growth. Research suggests they might also enhance fat loss by activating more total muscle per workout,” says Built With Science founder Jeremy Ethier. (1) To kick off 2025, ... Continue Reading
Learn a Pro Bodybuilder’s Cardio Do’s and Don’ts
While bodybuilders prioritize weight training, cardio is essential for heart health, endurance, and fat loss, especially during cutting phases. Professional bodybuilders approach cardio strategically, not ... Continue Reading
Every Winner of the Arnold Classic Physique Competition
The Classic Physique division has become one of the most popular categories in bodybuilding, and the Arnold Classic Physique competition is a large reason why. In recent years, the annual contest in ... Continue Reading
Wesley Vissers’ Top 4 Exercises for Bigger Traps
While big traps — the uppermost back and neck muscles — are in Classic Physique bodybuilder Wesley Vissers’s job description, they’re paramount for anyone to look yoked. “[Traps] are a muscle that ... Continue Reading
How Hanging Leg Raises Can Supercharge Your Abs
According to hypertrophy coach Joe Bennett: "Nerds say [hanging leg raises] are not an ab exercise but hip flexor exercise. Meatheads say, ‘I feel my abs, so they’re an ab exercise!'” The truth is that ... Continue Reading
Men’s Open Bodybuilder Regan Grimes To Compete In 2025 New York Pro
IFBB Professional League’s Men’s Open bodybuilder Regan Grimes will compete on the 2025 New York Pro stage set for Saturday, May 17, 2025, in Teaneck, NJ. “Prep starts for NEW YORK PRO tomorrow! 18 ... Continue Reading
Every Winner of the Arnold Classic Pro Wheelchair Contest
The Arnold Classic has been held every year in Columbus, OH, since 1989 and has grown over that time. It started with only the Men’s Open division but now features seven categories, including the ... Continue Reading
Every Winner of the Wellness International Competition
Since the Wellness division was introduced into the IFBB Professional League, it has captivated fans worldwide. The two biggest stages for this division are the Wellness Olympia and the Wellness ... Continue Reading
Jay Cutler’s New Year’s Resolution Is 3D Delts; Here Are His Top 5 Exercises
New Year's resolutions in the fitness world are extremely common. Many on their fitness journeys utilize the calendar reset as an extra reason to stay disciplined, set new goals, or find motivations ... Continue Reading
The 5 Biggest Nutrition Mistakes To Avoid
We may not like it, but everyone has likely made haphazard dieting choices while chasing their dream physiques at some point in their fitness journey. Co-founder of Renaissance Periodization, Dr. Mike ... Continue Reading
Latest Meta-Analysis on Training Frequency for Hypertrophy
A recent article published by Dr. Layne Norton’s powerlifting coach, Zach Robinson, and colleagues analyzed training volume and frequency for hypertrophy and strength. Unlike traditional models that ... Continue Reading
James Hollingshead’s Back Training During 2025 Arnold Classic Prep
James Hollingshead is one of the Men’s Open competitors set to take the stage at the 2025 Arnold Classic in Columbus, OH, from Feb. 28 through March 1, 2025. Hollingshead will make his 2025 season debut ... Continue Reading
Men’s Open Bodybuilder Brett Wilkin Announces His New Coach, Stefan Kienzl
Following his victory at the 2024 Legion Sports Fest Pro, Men's Open bodybuilder Brett Wilkin stepped back from competing to address some health challenges. As 2025 rolls in, Wilkin is ramping up his ... Continue Reading
Bodybuilding Coach Charles Glass’ 4 Exercises For a Thicker, Fuller Chest
When thinking of legendary bodybuilding trainers, Charles Glass often comes to mind. Known as the “Godfather of Bodybuilding,” Glass is meticulous with his training style, teaching two trainees hands-on. ... Continue Reading
The Hany Rambod-Jeremy Buendia Interview You’ve Been Waiting For
Seven years ago, Jeremy Buendia stunned the bodybuilding world when he announced his split from long-time coach Hany Rambod following the 2018 Olympia. The pair had achieved remarkable success at the time, ... Continue Reading
Shanique Grant To Return To Competitive Bodybuilding as Wellness Athlete
Two-time Women’s Physique Olympia champion Shanique Grant intends to return to competitive bodybuilding to compete in the Wellness division. Wellness debut 2025. —Shanique Grant Grant made her ... Continue Reading
Don’t Forget The 12 Most Valuable Fat Loss & Muscle-Building Tips
In late Dec. 2024, nutrition coach Thomas DeLauer rehashed his most eye-opening discussions on health and performance to take into 2025. He spoke to fitness, strength, training, and nutrition ... Continue Reading
Why Isn’t Fasting Anabolic?
Abstaining from food or drink for health, religious, or medical purposes (a.k.a. fasting) has gained popularity as an effective weight loss and disease prevention method. (1) But what about its impact on ... Continue Reading
2024 Mr. Olympia Samson Dauda Shares Shoulder Training Strategies
2024 Mr. Olympia champion Samson Dauda is preparing to retake the stage at the 2025 Arnold Classic, set for Feb. 28 through March 1, 2025, in Columbus, OH, where he aims to win his second Arnold Classic ... Continue Reading
Lauralie Chapados’ Full Day of Eating and 2025 Competitive Plans
French Canadian bodybuilder Lauralie Chapados claimed her first Ms. Bikini Olympia title in 2024. She’ll battle for her fourth Arnold Classic Bikini International crown in early March in Columbus, OH. ... Continue Reading
Meet Derek Lunsford’s New Trainer: Bodybuilding Legend Chris Cormier
2023 Mr. Olympia Derek Lunsford is preparing for his Arnold Classic debut in 2025, which will be held from Feb. 28 through March 1, 2025, in Columbus, OH. This will be Lunsford’s first competition since ... Continue Reading
Recapping 2024’s Most Notable Muscle-Building Studies
2024 brought groundbreaking exercise science that challenges previous notions of building strength and muscle growth. House of Hypertrophy delved into 2024’s key research findings on training to failure, ... Continue Reading