Achieving an ideal body fat percentage demands consistency, a well-balanced diet, maintaining a caloric deficit, and hitting the correct macros. Yet, despite these efforts, many people encounter ... Continue Reading
Shaun Clarida’s Back Is a Full Turtle Shell 8 Weeks Out From The 2025 Arnold Classic
“My goal for [2025] Arnold is top four.” After runnering-up to reigning 212 Olympia champion Keone Pearson at the most recent two Olympias, Shaun Clarida parted with coach Matt Jansen and hired veteran ... Continue Reading
Free Weights or Machines To Get More Swole?
Six-time Mr. Olympia Dorian Yates built his title-winning legs with leg presses and machine hack squats. His successor, eight-time Mr. Olympia Ronnie Coleman, routinely performed heavy barbell squats and ... Continue Reading
Mitchell Hooper Explains How To Adjust Training Frequency
While there’s crossover between training for maximal strength and hypertrophy, they differ fundamentally. “We’re not training our muscles; we’re training our nervous system,” explained Mitchell Hooper, the ... Continue Reading
Every Winner of the Bikini International Competition
The Bikini International is one of seven championship events held during the Arnold Classic weekend in Columbus, OH. Since 2011, the contest has become one of the division’s most prestigious titles. ... Continue Reading
Red Meat: Friend or Foe For Your Gut?
Red meat — such as pork, beef, goat, veal, mutton, and lamb — is a rich source of protein and vital nutrients that aid muscle growth and hormone production. Yet, its impact ... Continue Reading
How Russel Orhii Progresses His Bench Press During 2025 Sheffield Powerlifting Championships Prep
Russel Orhii competes in the 83KG (183-pound) weight class and is firmly established as one of the sport's elite. He’s a six-time National Powerlifting Champion and two-time IPF World Champion. He set an ... Continue Reading
How Does the 2025 CrossFit Games Prize Purse Work?
From its humble origins as a wad of cash ($500 each, to be exact) that passed from Dave Castro’s hand to James “OPT” Fitzgerald and Jolie Gentry in 2007, the CrossFit Games prize purse has grown ... Continue Reading
Where to Work Out at 2025 TYR Wodapalooza Miami Beach
Nothing makes you want to work out more than watching some of the best in the world take to the competition floor and give it everything they have at TYR Wodapalooza Miami Beach. After all, who ... Continue Reading
Where to Eat, Drink, and Caffeinate in Miami During 2025 TYR Wodapalooza
It’s the most wonderful time of the year in South Florida as we gear up for the 2025 TYR Wodapalooza. If you are heading to Miami Beach to watch the action, you will need to refuel if you plan ... Continue Reading
2025 Mr. Olympia-Qualifed Brett Wilkin Shares Off-Season Arm Training
Seven athletes have qualified for the 2025 Mr. Olympia contest as of Jan. 16, 2025. The first to do so was IFBB Pro League Men’s Open bodybuilder Brett “The Butcher” Wilkin, who earned his spot on the ... Continue Reading
Did Science Just Find the Best Shoulder Exercise for Muscle Growth?
Armed with sensors on his front, medial, and rear deltoids, pro bodybuilder Eric Janicki went head-to-head with five shoulder exercises to compare surface muscle activity. The results offered ... Continue Reading
What a Week of Workouts For Fitness Coach Marissa McNamara Looks Like
Fitness influencer Marissa McNamara has captured attention online with her inspiring physique transformation, training, and nutrition methods. Once focused on weight loss and cardio, she ... Continue Reading
Noah Ohlsen Joins Laura Horvath and Jonne Koski as Newest Red Bull Athlete
Red Bull, one of the biggest and most impactful names in the energy drink space, recently signed Noah Ohlsen and renewed partnerships with Jonne Koski and Laura Horvath to serve as brand athletes. A ... Continue Reading
Learn The Latest Research On Lateral Raises
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
Graham Hicks Withdraws From 2025 Britain’s Strongest Man Contest
British strongman Graham Hicks has announced he will not compete in the 2025 Giants Live Britain’s Strongest Man contest. Hicks withdrew from the contest, set for Feb. 1, 2025, at the Utilita Arena in ... Continue Reading
Strongman Legend Bill Kazmaier Provides Health Update, GoFundMe Established to Pay for Medical Expenses
Three-time World’s Strongest Man champion Bill Kazmaier shared an update on his health after heart surgery. As of Jan. 14, 2025, Kazmaier was in a hospital in the Philippines, preparing to undergo ... Continue Reading
The 2025 CrossFit Games Will Take Place in Albany, New York
On Tuesday, January 14, CrossFit announced that Albany, NY, will be the new home for the 2025 CrossFit Games. The event will be held at MVP Arena from August 1-3. View this post on ... Continue Reading
CrossFit Medical Society Starts Offering Health Insurance Alternative
Individuals looking for an alternative to the traditional health insurance model can enroll in a new program called “CommunityCare,” offered by the CrossFit Medical Society (CFMS). Dr. Tom McCoy and ... 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
2025 Shaw Classic Schedule and Strongest Man On Earth Competitor Invites Revealed
The 2025 Shaw Classic featuring the 2025 Strongest Man on Earth (SMOE) contest will be held on Aug. 15-17, 2025, in Loveland, CO. The show's namesake promoter, four-time World's Strongest Man (WSM) Brian ... Continue Reading