The largest natural bodybuilding federation — the Professional and International Natural Bodybuilding Association (PNBA/INBA), founded by Denny and Diana Kakos — is implementing changes for the sport. ... Continue Reading
Men’s Open Competitor Martin Fitzwater Details the Financial Cost of Being a Pro Bodybuilder
Those of us who have a passion for bodybuilding know that packing on the muscle requires some considerable financial outlay. A set of dumbbells, a monthly tub of protein powder, a gym membership, and a ... Continue Reading
2023 BodyBe1 Classic Pro Men’s Physique and Fitness Show Results
The 2023 BodyBe1 Classic Pro in Montgomery, AL, on June 17, 2023, saw Victor Manuel Ramirez Chavez and Tiffany Chandler respectively win the Men’s Physique and Fitness division titles. Thanks to their ... Continue Reading
Joseph Lee Wins 2023 AGP Korea Men’s Physique Show
None of the athletes competing in the 2023 AGP Korea Men’s Physique Show on June 17, 2023, were qualified for the 2023 Olympia Weekend in Orlando, FL, scheduled for Nov. 2-5. However, Joseph Lee took the ... Continue Reading
2023 USA Fit Games USA/Dallas Pro Bodybuilding Show Results
The 2023 USA Fit Games/Dallas Pro bodybuilding show, held on June 17, 2023, in Dallas, TX, is now in the history books. Tyler Brey left the stage as the Men’s Wheelchair champion, and Jordan Fisher placed ... Continue Reading
2023 Sheru Classic Pro India Bodybuilding Show Results
The 2023 Sheru Classic Pro India show was held in Delhi, India, on Saturday, June 17, 2023. Four IFBB Pro League divisions were represented, with 35 competitors entered across all divisions. The ... Continue Reading
2023 Empro Classic Pro Bodybuilding Show Results — Michal Križánek Qualifies for the 2023 Mr. Olympia
The 2023 Empro Classic Pro was held on the weekend of June 17-18 in Alicante, Spain. This bodybuilding show featured two men’s and four women’s IFBB Pro League divisions. The main event was the Men’s Open ... Continue Reading
2023 Empro Classic Pro Bodybuilding Show Preview
The Empro Classic Pro bodybuilding show is one of the larger shows in Europe. The 2023 edition features six IFBB Pro League divisions, including the Men’s Open division on June 17-18, 2023, in Alicante, ... Continue Reading
2023 BodyBe1 Classic Pro Bodybuilding Show Preview
Montgomery, AL, will host the 2023 BodyBe1 Classic Pro show on Saturday, June 17, 2023. Men’s Physique and Fitness athletes will pose and perform for victory and qualification to compete at the 2023 ... Continue Reading
2023 USA Fit Games Bikini Division and Men’s Wheelchair Show Preview
The 2023 USA Fit Games bodybuilding show will be held in Dallas, TX, on Saturday, June 17, 2023. Two IFBB Pro League divisions will hold competitions at this event. Six Men’s Wheelchair athletes and 16 ... Continue Reading
2023 Korea AGP Men’s Physique Pro Show Preview
The 2023 Korea AGP Men’s Physique Pro show will be held in Gyeonggi State, South Korea, on Saturday, June 17, 2023. Sixteen pro competitors will represent six different countries when they face the judges ... Continue Reading
Nick Walker’s Push Day: Training to Failure vs. Reps in Reserve
Nick Walker’s rise in the IFBB Pro League has been meteoric. After winning the 2021 Arnold Classic and 2021 New York Pro within one year of turning pro, "The Mutant" took the sport by storm with a ... Continue Reading
2023 Sheru Classic Pro India Bodybuilding Show Preview
Over 25 physique athletes will represent 11 nations at the 2023 Sheru Classic Pro India bodybuilding show in Pragati Maiden, Delhi, India, on Friday, June 16, 2023. They will compete across the four IFBB ... Continue Reading
Jay Cutler’s 8 Arm Exercises for His “Fit for 50” Challenge
Four-time Mr. Olympia Jay Cutler is one of the most popular bodybuilders of all time — known for his full chest, giant arms, and striated quads. Cutler started a "Fit for 50" challenge in early 2022 with ... Continue Reading
The Innovations of Derek Lunsford’s Back Progression During His Off-Season
The 2022 Mr. Olympia runner-up, Derek Lunsford, could be on his way to the Mr. Olympia title. He is a former 212 division champion (winning the title in 2021) and is eight-time Mr. Olympia Ronnie ... Continue Reading
Flex Lewis Breaks Down How He Trained During His Olympia Reign
With seven 212 Olympia titles under his belt, James “Flex” Lewis is the most decorated bodybuilder in the division’s history. Although Lewis retired from competitive bodybuilding in May 2022, the Welsh ... Continue Reading
2023 Fitness Authority Poland Pro Bodybuilding Show Results — Kuffel, Molnar Claim Gold
The 2023 Fitness Authority Poland Pro show was held on the weekend of June 10-11, 2023, in Sopot, Poland. It featured Classic Physique and Bikini division contests to determine which athletes would qualify ... Continue Reading
2023 DC Pro Men’s Physique and Bikini Division Results — Chaves, Wilson Triumphant
Vitor Chaves and Jessica Wilson have won the 2023 DC Pro Men’s Physique and Bikini shows, respectively. Both divisions were featured on Saturday, June 10, 2023, in Alexandria, VA. The show featured 29 ... Continue Reading
Lili Dong Wins 2023 Southern California Pro Wellness Show
The 2023 Southern California Pro Wellness contest was held in San Diego, CA, on Saturday, June 10, 2023. Lili Dong of the USA claimed gold and the 2023 Olympia qualification that came with it. The 2023 ... Continue Reading
Natalia Soltero Wins 2023 Northern California Pro Figure Show
IFBB Figure Pro Natalia Soltero has won the 2023 Northern California Pro in Sacramento, CA. The contest was held on Saturday, June 10, 2023, and it featured 21 competitors from five different ... Continue Reading
IFBB Pro League To Introduce Height and Weight Restrictions in the Men’s Physique Division
On Jun. 8, 2023, the International Federation of Bodybuilding and Fitness Professional (IFBB) League announced major changes to the Men’s Physique Pro division. The IFBB will institute "height and weight ... Continue Reading
2023 Fitness Authority Poland Pro Muscle Show Preview
On Saturday, June 10, 2023, bodybuilding fans in Sopot, Poland, will witness Classic Physique and Bikini division shows as part of the 2023 Fitness Authority Poland Pro show. Nine male athletes and 16 ... Continue Reading
2023 Mile High Pro Bodybuilding Show Preview
The 2023 Mile High Pro will be held on Saturday, June 10, in Denver, CO. It will include IFBB Pro League Men’s Physique and Bikini division contests. The 2022 winners of this contest were Steven Cao in ... Continue Reading
2023 DC Bodybuilding Pro Show Preview
The 2023 DC Pro is scheduled to be held on Saturday, June 10, 2023, in Alexandria, VA. IFBB Pro League Men’s Physique and Bikini athletes will compete in the shadows of the US capital city for ... Continue Reading