Hampton Morris is heading to the 2024 Olympics in a unique position. Morris made modern history for the States once already this year when he set a clean & jerk Senior world record in April — a first ... Continue Reading
“It’s Not About Redemption”: Meet 2024 Olympian Jourdan Delacruz
The 2024 Olympics in Paris, France, are on the horizon. Five of the United States’ best weightlifters will venture overseas for this summer’s Games, which run from Jul. 26 to Aug. 11. Team USA’s ... Continue Reading
Karlos Nasar Sets Unofficial World Records Ahead of 2024 Olympics…Again
With roughly six weeks until the 2024 Olympics, Bulgarian weightlifter Karlos Nasar is looking approximately unstoppable. When the qualification period commenced in 2022, Nasar was one of many names in the ... Continue Reading
The Only 3 Overhead Squat Mobility Drills You Need (According to a Weightlifting Olympian)
The overhead squat is a litmus test; if you can't do one, you're probably not as flexible as you think. It takes a truly extraordinary amount of mobility in your hips, ankles, shoulders, wrists, ... Continue Reading
IFBB Pro League Figure Competitor Cintia Goldani Has Passed Away at Age 36
IFBB Pro League Figure division competitor Cintia Goldani has died at the age of 36. According to Musclecontest International, who first reported Goldani’s passing, Goldani died as a result of ... Continue Reading
How To Eat Like a Hybrid Athlete
Hybrid athletes master the art of blending strength and endurance training. These athletes train to run marathons while maintaining elite strength levels. Hybrid athlete Fergus ... Continue Reading
Kristi Eramo O’Connell Breaks Down Running Mechanics to Help Prevent Injuries
Hybrid athlete Kristi Eramo O'Connell shines across multiple disciplines, including CrossFit, marathons, ultra-marathons, and strength training. She frequently shares insights ... Continue Reading
Ryan Terry Trains 7 Days Per Week and Diets for 4 Months to Defend the Men’s Physique Olympia Title
Following an impressive 2023 bodybuilding season, reigning Men’s Physique Olympia champion and three-time Men’s Physique Arnold Classic winner Ryan Terry, is preparing to defend ... Continue Reading
The Top 2 Bodybuilding Techniques Ronnie Coleman Used to Build Muscle
Like a church sermon or commercial jingle, Ronnie Coleman’s iconic “Yeah, buddy!” tagline periodically bounces around the heads of bodybuilding enthusiasts all over the world. Sure, it’s catchy, but that’s ... Continue Reading
Dana Linn Bailey’s Shoulder Training With Hypertrophy Coach Joe Bennett
Building a three-dimensional shoulder aesthetic is a complex endeavor. The shoulders comprise three distinct muscle heads requiring specific attention for balanced growth. The reward for their development ... Continue Reading
The Leg Day Workout Wesley Vissers Will Use to Win the 2024 Olympia
Following his triumph at the 2024 Arnold Classic, Classic Physique athlete Wesley Vissers has set his sights on his 2024 Olympia prep. To better align with the demands of the October competition, Vissers ... Continue Reading
How Andrew Jacked Uses Supersets to Build Arm Muscle Ahead of 2024 Texas Pro
Every workout counts in the final weeks before a bodybuilding competition. During this stage of the prep, workouts are designed to fine-tune the physique, accentuating the aesthetics of every muscle ... Continue Reading
“Getting Stronger Is Risky”: Larry Wheels & John Haack Talk Bench Press Training
Success in powerlifting requires mastering the bench press, and Larry Wheels and world-record-holding powerlifter John Haack demonstrated their bench press prowess during a recent ... Continue Reading
The Lat Pulldown Variation 6X Mr. Olympia Dorian Yates Calls a “Waste of Time”
Six-time Mr. Olympia winner Dorian Yates has one of the best backs in Open bodybuilding history. You’d be hard-pressed to find somebody who casts a larger shadow than "The Shadow" himself, which begs the ... Continue Reading
Dirty Bulking? Sam Sulek’s Grocery List for Gaining Muscle
A successful bulking phase requires a clear objective, a strategic training routine, and the selection of the right foods to fuel the body while in a calorie surplus. On June 19, 2024, fitness sensation ... Continue Reading
Weightlifter Dislocates Finger Mid-Lift, Pops It Back Into Place to Win National Championship
When there's a gold medal on the line, you take a page out of Nike's playbook and just do it — exactly what weightlifter Cicely Kyle did at the USA Weightlifting (USAW) National Championships on Friday, ... Continue Reading
Volume, Volume, Volume — Larry Wheels & Breon Ansley’s 600-Rep Back Workout
Training volume plays a crucial role in muscle growth. To explore this, a comprehensive training video exceeding four hours was released on Jun. 14th, 2024, featuring former elite ... Continue Reading
2024 USA Weightlifting Senior National Championships Full Results
The world of weightlifting may be abuzz about the upcoming 2024 Olympics in Paris, France, but USA Weightlifting's (USAW) National Championships Week is the talk of the town stateside. Pittsburgh, PA ... Continue Reading
How To Build Legs Like IFBB Wellness Pro Chloe Pickford
Strong, sculpted legs are a cornerstone of competitive bodybuilding success in the Wellness division. Judging criteria emphasize the hips, glutes, and thigh musculature. On Jun. 16, 2024, IFBB Pro ... Continue Reading
“Disturbing”: Bodybuilders Explain the Side Effects of Anabolic Steroids
“The problem with anabolic steroids is that they work,” says natural bodybuilder and content creator Jeff Nippard. And he’s right: In a landmark 1996 study on the effects of testosterone supplementation, ... Continue Reading
The Top 3 Arm Day Exercises + Tips From Dr. Jordan Shallow
Chiropractor, strength and conditioning coach, and seasoned powerlifter Dr. Jordan Shallow has experience working with top-tier athletes, particularly for rehabilitation, which has ... Continue Reading
Massive Muscle — How Nathan De Asha and Rubiel “Neckzilla” Mosquera Train Arms
Chiseled arms are a testament to strength and dedication. Their aesthetics can exude authority, inspire awe, and are vital for a competitive bodybuilder’s success. IFBB Pro Men’s Open division ... Continue Reading
How Bodybuilder Sadik Hadzovic Eats 4,000 Calories Daily While Lean Bulking
The lean bulking phase is a crucial step in contest preparation. It's a balancing act of maximizing muscle gain while minimizing fat accumulation. On June 11, 2024, Men's Physique pro bodybuilder Sadik ... Continue Reading
Interview: Nick Walker Is So Sure He’s Winning the 2024 Olympia That He’s Already Practicing His Victory Speech
Pro bodybuilder and Celsius athlete Nick Walker still has fans talking about how he looked and performed in Teaneck, NJ, at the 2024 New York Pro on May 18. It was his second New York Pro title and ... Continue Reading