Fresh off a first-place finish at the 2023 Europa Pro Championship, Regan Grimes has quickly shifted his focus back in a familiar direction. By narrowly edging out Nathan de Asha for the Men's Open title ... Continue Reading
Samson Dauda Trains Chest and Calves with Classic Physique Olympia Competitor Michael Daboul
Although they compete in different divisions, Samson Dauda and Michael Daboul share the same goal: to build a championship-level physique in time for the 2023 Mr. Olympia contest. With the former coming ... Continue Reading
Malcolm Cooper Wins 2023 WNBF Pro Universe, Earns Mr. Universe Title
The World Natural Bodybuilding Federation (WNBF) held one of its most recognizable contests of the year, the Pro Universe, on Sept. 23, 2023. The Pro Universe is held in high esteem by many fans of the ... Continue Reading
Mamdouh “Big Ramy” Elssbiay Pulls Out of 2023 Mr. Olympia
Although the 2023 Mr. Olympia contest will boast plenty of star power, one of the biggest names in the sport will not be making an appearance at the biggest bodybuilding show of the year. Mamdouh "Big ... Continue Reading
Derek Lunsford Crushes Chest and Ab Training 6 Weeks Out From 2023 Mr. Olympia
Coming off a second-place finish in his Men's Open debut, Derek Lunsford has his sights set on knocking defending champion Hadi Choopan off his throne at the 2023 Mr. Olympia. The former 212 Olympia winner ... Continue Reading
Chris Bumstead Shares Brutal Hamstring Workout Ahead of 2023 Mr. Olympia
In search of his fifth straight Mr. Olympia victory, Chris Bumstead is just over six weeks away from defending his crown at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL during the weekend of Nov. ... Continue Reading
WNBF Pro Bodybuilder Alberto Núñez Builds Size in Offseason with Demanding Leg Day
After wrapping up 2022 with four contest appearances over an eight-week period, natural pro bodybuilder Alberto Núñez transitioned into a well-earned offseason. His competitive season began with a ... Continue Reading
Early Icon of Feminine Muscularity, Pioneer of Women’s Bodybuilding Lisa Lyon Passes Away
In the 1970s, many women were still reluctant to lift weights due to its association with heavily muscled physiques. But in 1979, with her win at the very first International Federation of Bodybuilding ... Continue Reading
World Champion Chris Elkins Trains Legs and Abs in Prep for WNBF Pro Universe
In November of 2022, at the World Natural Bodybuilding Federation (WNBF) World Championships, Chris Elkins scored arguably the highest accolade of his bodybuilding career when he captured a world title in ... Continue Reading
Hunter Labrada Targets Chest, Shoulders, and Triceps During “Push” Workout in 2023 Mr. Olympia Prep
Winning the 2023 Tampa Pro in early August earned Hunter Labrada a qualification to compete in the 2023 Mr. Olympia contest, taking place in Orlando, FL on Nov. 2-5, 2023. It will be Labrada's fourth ... Continue Reading
Kamal Elgargni Wins 2023 Masters Olympia as Contest Returns After 11-Year Hiatus
On the weekend of Aug. 26-27, 2023, the International Federation of Bodybuilding and Fitness (IFBB) held its first Masters Olympia competition in 11 years. The return of the contest saw competitors appear ... Continue Reading
Nick Walker Brings the Intensity on Leg Day During 2023 Mr. Olympia Prep
International Federation of Bodybuilding and Fitness (IFBB) Pro League Men’s Open bodybuilder Nick Walker is looking to become the 18th man to call himself Mr. Olympia when he steps onstage at the Orange ... Continue Reading
Derek Lunsford Builds Rounded Delts with Shoulder Workout 11 Weeks Out of 2023 Mr. Olympia
2022 Mr. Olympia runner-up Derek Lunsford has his sights set on becoming the 18th man to win the title at the 2023 Olympia Weekend in Orlando, FL on Nov. 2-5, 2023. The former NPC USA winner (2017) and 212 ... Continue Reading
Shaun Clarida Goes Through Massive Arm Workout During 2023 Olympia Prep
When Shaun Clarida steps onstage at the 2023 Olympia Weekend in Orlando, FL on Nov. 2-5, 2023, he will look to win his second consecutive, and third overall, 212 Olympia title. If he does, he will join ... Continue Reading
Arnold Schwarzenegger and Ronnie Coleman Train Together at Gold’s Gym
When all is said and done, eight-time Mr. Olympia (1998-2005) Ronnie Coleman and seven-time champion (1970-1975, 1980) Arnold Schwarzenegger will be remembered as two of the greatest bodybuilders in ... Continue Reading
2023 Tampa Pro Results — Hunter Labrada Wins
Hunter Labrada is the Men's Open champion of the 2023 Tampa Pro. The contest took place in Tampa Bay, FL, on August 4-5, 2023. It featured 10 competitive divisions, and a victory for any meant the prize of ... Continue Reading
Chris Bumstead Outlines Full Day of Eating Before 2023 Mr. Olympia
Thanks to four consecutive Classic Physique Olympia titles (2019-2022), Chris Bumstead has established himself as one of bodybuilding's biggest household names. With over 18 million Instagram followers and ... Continue Reading
Blessing Awodibu Reflected On His Disappointing 2023 Chicago Pro Performance
Perhaps once considered one of the bigger dark horses at the upcoming 2023 Mr. Olympia, bodybuilder Blessing Awodibu has been biding his time and gathering his strength. Such time away from competition, ... Continue Reading
8 Bodybuilding Poses Explained by a Natural Pro Bodybuilder
So, you enjoy training like a bodybuilder. Excellent. But have you ever stepped on stage and competed? If not, chances are you're unfamiliar with bodybuilding posing — the specific way bodybuilders are ... Continue Reading
Nick Walker Crushes Incline Dumbbell Presses with 68 Kilograms (150 Pounds) for 8 Reps with Slow Negatives
On July 19, 2023, Nick Walker shared a video of himself successfully finishing eight reps of an incline dumbbell press with 68-Kilogram (150-pound) dumbbells in each hand. The athlete controlled the weight ... Continue Reading
2023 Chicago Pro Results — Justin Shier Victorious
The 2023 Chicago Pro took place on July 21-22, 2023, in Chicago, Illinois. It featured athletes in ten divisions — Men’s Open, 212, Classic Physique, Men’s Physique, Women's Bodybuilding, Bikini, Figure, ... Continue Reading
Flex Lewis Believes Derek Lunsford Will Be First Olympia Champion in 2 Divisions
Derek Lunsford could be the next heir apparent to true bodybuilding greatness. Already a former 212 Olympia champion (2021), Lunsford shined in his Men's Open debut at the 2022 Olympia, finishing as the ... Continue Reading
2023 Vancouver Pro Results — Hassan Mostafa Prevails
The 2023 Vancouver Pro took place July 14-16, 2023, in Vancouver, Canada. It featured six divisions — Men’s Open, Classic Physique, Men’s Physique, Bikini, Figure, and Fitness — with each of the respective ... Continue Reading
Chris Bumstead Describes His Training Recovery Process
To start a bodybuilding dynasty, an athlete must be meticulous about every aspect of their training. As the reigning four-time Classic Physique Olympia champion (2019-2022), Chris Bumstead has undoubtedly ... Continue Reading
