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Learn How To Do the Stiff-Legged Deadlift Like Dorian Yates

Six-time Mr. Olympia Dorian Yates was the most dominant champion of the 1990s and is considered by many fans to be one of the greatest bodybuilders of all time. One reason behind his success is ... Continue Reading

Champion Powerlifter Russel Orhii to Move to the 93KG Division

The top 83KG powerlifter in the International Powerlifting Federation (IPF), Russel Orhii, left no doubt of his status atop the division following the 2025 Sheffield Powerlifting Championships. Orhii ... Continue Reading

How Tristyn Lee and Breon Ansley Push Their Lateral Raise Limits

Two-time Classic Physique Olympia champion Breon Ansley and bodybuilder Tristyn Lee united for a wicked deltoid and biceps training session in early February 2025. Ansley plans to ... Continue Reading

Divisions Collide — Martin Fitzwater and Keone Pearson Tag Team Leg Day

Bodybuilding fans always enjoy watching top stars of the sport train together, and that was what they got recently thanks to two-time 212 Olympia champion Keone Pearson and 2024 Prague Pro ... Continue Reading

Hafthor Björnsson Deadlifts 470 Kilograms During 2025 Arnold Strongman Classic Prep

Three-time Arnold Strongman Classic (ASC) champion and 2018 World’s Strongest Man Hafthor Björnsson is preparing to compete for his fourth ASC championship at the 2025 Arnold Strongman Classic in Columbus, ... Continue Reading

Samson Dauda on 2024 Mr. Olympia Win: “That Was My F***-You Moment”

In an early February 2024 Mulligan Brothers' vodcast, Jordan Mulligan visited reigning Mr. Olympia champion Samson Dauda at his home to discuss Dauda's life and career. How does the Nigerian-born, British ... Continue Reading

Brian Shaw Reveals 40-Pound Weight Loss Transformation

Four-time World’s Strongest Man (WSM) and Strongest Man on Earth promoter Brian Shaw recently underwent a physique transformation, losing 40 pounds of fat. Shaw shared the results of his self-imposed ... Continue Reading

Hany Rambod Trains Terrence Ruffin During His 2025 Pittsburgh Pro Prep

Though officially retired from coaching, Hany Rambod hasn’t stepped away from bodybuilding, which is still the main focus of his Truth podcast. “The Pro Creator” continues to offer training services to top ... Continue Reading

Shaun Clarida’s 2025 Arnold Classic Prep Leg Training Is “A Lot Wiser”

Two-time 212 Olympia champion Shaun Clarida will be the smallest athlete on the stage at the 2025 Arnold Classic in Columbus, OH, from Feb. 28 through March 1. Clarida, also known as “The Giant Killer,” ... Continue Reading

3 Ways Samson Dauda Uses Preacher Curls to Build Bigger Biceps

Reigning Mr. Olympia champion Samson Dauda is in the final prep stages for the 2025 Arnold Classic, which will be held from Feb. 28 through March 1 in Columbus, OH. Dauda has filmed many of his workouts ... Continue Reading

Hany Rambod Critiques Wesley Vissers’ 2024 Olympia Physique

After their recent interview, newly retired, 25-time Olympia-winning coach Hany Rambod analyzed 2024 Arnold Classic (AC) champ Wesley Vissers’ physique using posing shots from ... Continue Reading

Mateusz Kieliszkowski Is out of 2025 Arnold Strongman Classic

2024 Magnus Ver Magnusson Classic winner Mateusz Kieliszkowski has formally removed his name from the 2025 Arnold Strongman Classic (ASC) roster. The 2025 ASC will occur in Columbus, OH, from Feb. 28 ... Continue Reading

A Closer Look at Nick Walker’s Super-Slow Push Day Training

IFBB Professional League Men’s Open bodybuilder Nick Walker is expected to compete at the 2025 Pittsburgh Pro in Pittsburgh, PA, on Saturday, May 10. Walker, the 2021 Arnold Classic champion, seeks ... Continue Reading

Regan Grimes Recreates Phil Heath’s Prime Leg Training

IFBB Professional League Men’s Open bodybuilder Regan Grimes will return to the competitive stage at the 2025 New York Pro on Saturday, May 17, 2025, in Teaneck, NJ.  During his prep, Grimes devoted a ... Continue Reading

ICYMI: Angelica Teixeira to Retire After 2025 Bikini International

Two-time Bikini Olympia champion and two-time Bikini International winner Angelica Teixeira intends to retire from competition after this year's Bikini International. This contest is a part of the Arnold ... Continue Reading

How the Strongest Man on Earth Eats on the Road

From Feb. 28 to March 1, the reigning Strongest Man on Earth (SMoE), Mitchell Hooper, will contend for his third straight Arnold Strongman Classic (ASC) title in Columbus, ... Continue Reading

Warm-Ups, Recovery Times, and New Techniques — 5 Tips To Improve Muscle Gains

Warming up can improve performance in the gym by boosting blood flow and raising body temperature, which can help prevent injuries. What does an effective warm-up look like? Dr. Mike Israetel, who has ... Continue Reading

Urs Kalecinski Reveals His Off-Season Muscle-Building Meals

Urs Kalecinski placed third at the 2024 Classic Physique Olympia. Now that six-time champion Chris Bumstead is retired, Kalecinski's star could shine brighter than ... Continue Reading

Wesley Vissers’ Interview on Hany Rambod’s The Truth Podcast 

2024 Arnold Classic Physique champion Wesley Vissers is preparing to defend his title at the 2025 Arnold Classic in Columbus, OH, on the weekend of Feb. 28 through March 1, 2024. Vissers was recently a ... Continue Reading

Bodybuilder Julia Rene’s Muscle-Building Recipes

Fitness diets are often associated with a life of dry chicken breasts, bland veggies, and endless suffering. IFBB Wellness pro bodybuilder and coach Julia Rene demonstrated they can be delicious, ... Continue Reading

Is This the Pound-for-Pound Strongest Gym in the USA?

2019 World’s Strongest Man (WSM) Martins Licis stepped back from strongman competitions in 2024 due to injury. During his recovery, Licis explores the strength world, immersing himself ... Continue Reading

Sadik Hadzovic’s 3 Go-To Meals for Mass Gain

Classic Physique bodybuilder Sadik Hadzovic weighed 130 pounds at 18 years old. After repeatedly failing to gain size, he cracked the growth code with three basic, cost-effective, high-calorie ... Continue Reading

Derek Lunsford’s Quad Day Cookie Pump 5 Weeks Out From the 2025 Arnold Classic

In a recent vlog, 2023 Mr. Olympia Derek Lunsford fueled his quad workout with MegaFit Meals shrimp fried rice and was ordered by his new coach, Chris Aceto, to eat a cookie for extra pre-workout carbs. ... Continue Reading

Behind-the-Scenes Look at Tom Stoltman’s Deadlift Training With Coach Aaron Caseley

Tom Stoltman has won the World’s Strongest Man title on three different occasions, most recently in 2024 — but as great as the Scottish strongman is, he has yet to win the Arnold Strongman ... Continue Reading

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