You might know the deadlift as a member of the “big three” powerlifting movements, along with the squat and bench press. As the least complex of the competition exercises, the deadlift typically allows ... Continue Reading
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How to Do the Straight-Arm Pushdown for a Wider Back
Exercises like the chin-up and the deadlift are seen as the kings of back-builders by many lifters, but they are only the meat and potatoes. You have to add some seasoning if you want the best final ... Continue Reading
Bodybuilder Andrei Lincan Announces Switch to Classic Physique Division
For roughly the past half-decade, bodybuilder Andrei Lincan made a name for himself in the Men's Physique division. After winning the 2017 Men's Physique Amateur Olympia and earning his International ... Continue Reading
Deadlift vs. Sumo Deadlift: Know How to Pull
The classic barbell deadlift might be the most primal and instinctive movement around. “See that weight on the ground? Betcha can’t pick it up. Go try.” While there’s something to be said for brute-forcing ... Continue Reading
A Confident Nick Walker Minces No Words in Olympia Win Prediction
After a rookie International Federation of Bodybuilding and Fitness (IFBB) campaign where he won the 2021 Arnold Classic, the 2021 New York Pro, and finished in fifth place at the 2021 Mr. Olympia — it's ... Continue Reading
Derek Lunsford Trains Shoulders Ahead of His 2022 Men’s Open Olympia Debut
After conquering his division at the 2021 Olympia, 212 Mr. O Derek Lunsford has shifted his focus to a bigger (literally) goal. On the weekend of Dec. 16, Lunsford will travel to Las Vegas, NV, and compete ... Continue Reading
8-Time Mr. Olympia Ronnie Coleman Takes Larry Wheels Through a Grueling Leg Workout
Few people in the early 2000s were more known in the fitness industry than Ronnie Coleman, an eight-time Mr. Olympia winner who is considered one of the strongest bodybuilders ever. So it makes sense that ... Continue Reading
Workout Complexes Explained: Use Combination Lifts for Better Results
Complexes, also known as combination lifts, consist of two or more exercises performed with the same free weight in a non-stop, continuous fashion. While this method may initially appear similar to ... Continue Reading
How to Do the Upright Row for More Upper Body Muscle
Most shoulder exercises involve pressing a weight overhead, while most back exercises involve pulling a weight toward your body. The upright row is a little bit of both. This unique vertical pulling ... Continue Reading
The 12 Best Hamstring Exercises for Muscle Mass, Strength, and More
“Don’t skip leg day” has almost become a meme in the gym, warning dedicated lifters to give lower body training as much emphasis, intensity, and attention as their upper body. That’s all well and good, ... Continue Reading
How to Do the Trap Bar Deadlift — Variations, Benefits, and Common Mistakes
In growing numbers, most commercial gyms are adding at least one trap bar to their arsenal of available equipment. As a gym member, you should be counting your blessings. With all of the unique benefits ... Continue Reading
How to Do the Close-Grip Bench Press for Bigger, Stronger Triceps
Most lifters in the gym have performed the classic flat bench press to build chest size and upper body pressing strength. When it comes to variations of this time-honored exercise, most lifters adjust the ... Continue Reading
Everything You Need to Know About Pull-Ups for Beginners
Few exercises can be as daunting as the pull-up. Having the strength necessary to perform one single repetition is a challenge for many. Yet, it is a milestone everyone should strive for. It’s frustrating ... Continue Reading
Chris Bumstead Will Be Coached By Hany Rambod for the 2022 Mr. Olympia
On Oct. 22, 2022, reigning three-time Classic Physique Olympia champion (2019-2021) Chris Bumstead announced that the legendary Hany Rambod would be his coach for the final stages of his 2022 Olympia ... Continue Reading
The 15 Best Shoulder Exercises for Width and Strength
Whether you call them boulder shoulders, capped delts, or the start of a classic v-taper, a set of muscular shoulders is one the most common aesthetic goals for many lifters. That's not to mention ... Continue Reading
Bodybuilder Michal Križánek Looks Shredded Before His IFBB Pro League Debut
There are a lot of potential up-and-comers who could make some noise at the 2022 Mr. Olympia. Current International Federation of Bodybuilding and Fitness (IFBB) Pro League rookie Michal Križánek might be ... Continue Reading
11 Loaded Carry Variations Worth Trying
Picking up two dumbbells and walking around might not appear to be anything special. It looks too easy. No challenge at all, maybe some cardio and working your grip a little bit. But once you start taking ... Continue Reading
Forced Reps — What They Are and How to Use Them
"Good things come after failure. You just have to keep working." In any other context, this statement reads as banal self-help advice. But relative to lifting, it’s sage wisdom gleaned from bodybuilders ... Continue Reading
Derek Lunsford Shares the Emotions Behind Competing at the Mr. Olympia
Anyone who watches how bodybuilder Derek Lunsford carries himself in public likely sees a picture of energy and confidence. However, it doesn't seem like that's always an accurate descriptor. That's ... Continue Reading
Arnold Schwarzenegger Auctions $150,000 Personal Training Sessions for Charity
As a legendary bodybuilder and Hollywood icon, Arnold Schwarzenegger built his success through a commitment to fitness, strength, and nutrition. It's that same commitment the living legend used to raise ... Continue Reading
Strongman Nicolas Cambi Scores Heavy Dumbbell World Record of 285 Pounds
On Oct. 1, 2022, during the 2022 America's Strongest Man (ASM) U105KG, strongman Nicolas Cambi set a Max Heavy Dumbbell World Record of 129.5 kilograms (285 pounds). Cambi's record was part of an overall ... Continue Reading
Chris Bumstead Goes for Broke With a “Killer Leg Day” Routine
Chris Bumstead has an argument for being one of the more accomplished and recognizable faces in modern bodybuilding. Yet, despite his successful run, he isn't satisfied. The three-time reigning Classic ... Continue Reading
Strongman Evan Singleton’s 2022 Season is Over After Successful Bicep Surgery
On Sept. 24, 2022, in a video on his Instagram, strongman Evan Singleton announced that he recently tore his right distal biceps tendon during a training session. He withdrew from the upcoming 2022 Giants ... Continue Reading
Mamdouh “Big Ramy” Elssbiay Weighs 337 Pounds in Final Update of Off-Season
In the late fall of 2022, Mamdouh "Big Ramy" Elssbiay will try for a rare accomplishment during the 2022 Mr. Olympia on Dec. 16-18, 2022, in Las Vegas, NV. Should the two-time reigning Mr. Olympia champion ... Continue Reading
