In a sport defined by over-the-top physiques, Tom Platz’s legs are the stuff of legend. The man who eventually earned the nickname “The Quadfather” got his start in bodybuilding during the late ... Continue Reading
7 Benefits of Cable Machines
Cable machines are one of the gold standards for gym equipment. The seemingly endless variety of attachments they come with and the movements they offer are why they're always hogged at weight rooms and ... Continue Reading
5 Morning Habits That Tony Robbins Uses To Live a Long, Healthy Life
There are a number of parallels that can be drawn between succeeding in both the business arena and the fitness world. After all, both require motivation, energy, and discipline. Entrepreneur and ... Continue Reading
The Real Story Behind the 1975 Mr. Olympia Is Far More Fascinating Than “Pumping Iron” Ever Portrayed
By the mid-’70s, the Mr. Olympia contest had firmly established itself as the premier showcase for bodybuilding, turning competitors like Larry Scott, Sergio Oliva, and a young Arnold Schwarzenegger into ... Continue Reading
How an Unexpected Phone Call Could Get 36-Year-Old Weightlifter Caine Wilkes Back to the Olympics
When a tendon snaps off the bone, it feels more like a dull pop than the crack of a whip. If you’re distracted at that moment, say by the cold kiss of a steel bar slamming into your clavicles, you might ... Continue Reading
Flex Lewis — Bodybuilding Career, Competition History, and Biography
With seven 212 Olympia titles to his credit, you can make a case that James "Flex" Lewis is the greatest non-heavyweight competitor in the history of men's bodybuilding. And while he hasn't been an active ... Continue Reading
Tia-Clair Toomey — The Training Style, Competition History, and Biography of CrossFit’s Winningest Individual Athlete
CrossFit isn’t a very old sport. The first CrossFit Games in 2007 had more in common with an athletes’ getaway weekend (complete with a barbeque) than the televised, sponsorship-filled week that it has ... Continue Reading
Ashley Kaltwasser — Bikini Division Career, Competition History, and Biography
Any physique competitor with three Bikini Olympia titles and two Bikini International (Arnold Classic) wins to their credit should be considered one of the best to ever step onto the stage. For Ashley ... Continue Reading
How Much Water Do You Actually Need While Training?
Sweating is a good thing: It helps your body stay cool by releasing heat, and that's especially important during a workout. But sweating also means you're losing water and essential electrolytes, which is ... Continue Reading
Chris Bumstead — Bodybuilding Career, Competition History, and Biography
Ever since 1965, the man who held the coveted Mr. Olympia title was seen as the face of bodybuilding. But tastes change, and since 2016, the Classic Physique division has become one of the most popular ... Continue Reading
Every Winner of the CrossFit Games
Since its humble inception in 2007 in Aromas, CA, all the way through title sponsorships from fitness industry giants Rogue Fitness and NOBULL in the 2020s, the CrossFit Games has developed quite a storied ... Continue Reading
4 Ways to Unlock Your Metabolic Potential
There are very few — if any — one-size-fits-all approaches that work for everyone when it comes to fitness, and that’s why the metabolic professionals at MetPro leverage the power of their customers’ ... Continue Reading
Showmanship on the Sand: The Rise and Fall of the Original Muscle Beach
Venice. Los Angeles, California. You duck between family reunions and skateboarding teenagers. The bustling boardwalk is lined with street vendors, hot dogs, and performers doing everything from juggling ... Continue Reading
What Muscles Do Squats Work? Plus Form, Benefits, and Variations
Stand up and sit down. How exciting, you have now done a squat! In this article, we will break down all the info on squats you'll need to know to make them just as easy to perform with the proper form ... Continue Reading
The 10 Best Bodybuilding Documentaries to Stream in 2023
There is no shortage of bodybuilding documentaries for fans to pore over. From stories focusing on single competitions to in-depth looks into the culture as a whole, it’s never been easier (or more ... Continue Reading
6 Signs You’re Not Getting Enough Electrolytes
If all of your education about electrolytes has come from commercials on television or ads on social media, you’ve probably grown convinced of the fact that you’re probably not getting enough of them… ... Continue Reading
What Is Muscular Strain (and Should You Be Tracking It)?
Take a look at yourself in the mirror towards the end of your next workout. If everything went according to plan, your heart should be thumping in your chest, there should be sweat pouring from your brow, ... Continue Reading
Serge Nubret — Bodybuilding Career, Contest History, and Biography
The "Black Panther" Serge Nubret was a bodybuilding iconoclast. Presented in the critically successful docudrama Pumping Iron as an unexpected entrant into the 1975 Mr. Olympia contest, Nubret was, in ... Continue Reading
6 Reasons to Consider Buying an All-in-One Trainer
Your neighborhood gym was once more fun to you than an amusement park — but then, something changed. Perhaps it’s because the demands of your job increased along with your salary, and you no longer have ... Continue Reading
What to Look for When Buying Meat
You probably already know that meat, chicken, and fish are some of the best sources of complete protein, and kudos to you for always keeping them stocked. But do you really know what to look for when ... Continue Reading
The Science Behind AIRWAAV: Can a Mouthpiece Make You Stronger?
Would you believe that your strength and performance could improve simply through the use of a mouthpiece? More specifically, the AIRWAAV™ Performance Mouthpiece? Perhaps being the preferred piece of ... Continue Reading
How Strong Is Phil Heath? Examining the Seven-Time Mr. Olympia’s Training Style
When you’re nicknamed “The Gift,” chances are you’re going to ruffle a few feathers. But bodybuilder Phil Heath backed up his boisterous moniker with real results, winning seven consecutive Mr. Olympia ... Continue Reading
WHOOP Announces New Groundbreaking Strength Trainer Feature
The wearable technology company WHOOP has announced its latest feature — Strength Trainer — to improve consumers’ ability to measure their training progress. The WHOOP Strength Trainer is the "first ... Continue Reading
How to Cook the Perfect Steak Every Time
You’ve likely ordered a dozen or more steaks at fancy restaurants throughout your life — but have you ever tried to replicate the protein-packed deliciousness in the comfort of your own home? If you ... Continue Reading