Tom Platz Talks ‘Ferocious Mentality’ That Helped Him Master Squatting

Tom Platz never let hard work and suffering get in the way of bodybuilding greatness. On Dec. 17, 2025, he discussed the ferocious mentality that helped him master squatting throughout…

Doug Murray

Derek Lunsford Denies PMMA Injection Accusations: “I Don’t Even Know What That Is”

Derek Lunsford addressed a dangerous rumor circulating within the bodybuilding community. On Dec. 17, 2025, he denied using PMMA injections (polymethyl methacrylate) and said he doesn't even know what it…

Doug Murray

IFBB Pro Bodybuilder Wang Kun Passes Away At Just 30 Years Old

Chinese bodybuilding fans are coming to terms with a devastating loss. On Dec. 17, 2025, it was revealed that IFBB Pro Wang Kun tragically passed away at just 30 years…

Doug Murray

Samson Dauda Reveals Off-Season Plan, Wants to Weigh 350 Lbs: ‘Time to Go Back to Being a Monster’

Samson Dauda has ambitious goals heading into the 2026 bodybuilding season. On Dec. 16, 2025, he revealed plans to bulk up to 350 pounds after downsizing his physique for the…

Doug Murray

Paul Dillett Says Mr. Olympia ‘So Watered Down’ Today, Talks Physique Goals at 60: ‘I Ain’t Trying to be 300 Lbs’

Paul Dillett still keeps his eye on the sport in retirement. On Dec. 17, 2025, he stated that Mr. Olympia today is watered down and discussed his physique goals at…

Doug Murray

Forget Cardio — This 20-Minute Dumbbell Circuit Melts Fat and Builds Muscle Simultaneously

Ask most people how best to burn fat and lose weight and they'll probably tell you to do more cardio. This makes a certain amount of sense given that cardio…

Patrick Dale, PT, ex-Marine

Lee Priest Says Nick Walker’s Best Days Aren’t Behind Him, Argues He Could Beat Hadi Choopan at 2026 Arnold Classic

Questions surrounding the 2026 Arnold Classic are gaining traction. On Dec. 16, 2025, via YouTube, Lee Priest predicted Nick Walker could take out Hadi Choopan in Columbus, Ohio, when the…

Doug Murray

Jeff Cavaliere Shows How to Build Muscle in Just 30 Minutes With Fast-Paced Chest and Back Workout

Fitness coach Jeff Cavaliere knows how to build muscle even when he's short on time. On Dec. 15, 2025, he broke down his fast and effective 30-minute chest and back…

Doug Murray

Derek Lunsford Says If All Are ‘100%,’ He and Hadi Choopan Edge Out Andrew Jacked and Samson Dauda

Though he's headed off into the off-season, Derek Lunsford is still sizing up his competition. On Dec. 14, 2025, he made his case for why he and Hadi Choopan have…

Doug Murray

Chris Aceto on Dorian Yates Critiquing Derek Lunsford: ‘Respect Whoever Wins’

Bodybuilding continues to evolve, and so do the physiques onstage. In a recent video shared on Dec. 15, 2025, coach Chris Aceto discussed Dorian Yates critiquing Derek Lunsford's physique. He…

Doug Murray

Dorian Yates Argues Mr. Olympias Today Don’t Represent the ‘Ultimate Male Physique,’ Derek Lunsford Fires Back

Dorian Yates believes the quality of Men's Open physiques has been watered down. In an Instagram post shared on Dec. 15, 2025, Yates said Mr. Olympias today look like fridges…

Doug Murray

Nick Walker Uses Efficient Volume and Controlled Intensity for Back Workout 13 Weeks from 2026 Arnold Classic

Mass monster Nick Walker is gearing up for his next bodybuilding contest. On Dec. 12, 2025, via YouTube, he broke down his latest controlled intensity back workout 13 weeks from…

Doug Murray

9 Dumbbell Forearm Exercises for Stronger Grip and Bigger Arms

Dumbbells allow you to train every muscle group, including the forearms. The forearms are among the hardest working muscles in most upper-body workouts. Yet, many lifters have woefully underdeveloped forearms…

Patrick Dale, PT, ex-Marine

2025 Huanji China Pro Results: Shaun Clarida, Yunchao Zhou, and Edvan Palmeira Earn 2026 Olympia Spots

The 2025 Huanji China Pro took over Beijing, China, on December 14 in a pivotal 2026 Mr. Olympia qualifier, featuring competitors from Men’s 212 Bodybuilding, Classic Physique, Men’s Physique, Bikini,…

Tom Miller, CSCS

2025 Sur Pro Cup Results: Francisco Barrios Vlk and Ashley Kaltwasser Claim Gold in Argentina

The 2025 Sur Pro Cup was held in Buenos Aires, Argentina on December 13, bringing together top IFBB Pro League athletes from the 212 Bodybuilding and Bikini divisions. Competitors battled…

Tom Miller, CSCS

Dirty Bulk vs Clean Bulk: Which One Builds More Muscle (Without the Fat)?

Beginner bodybuilders often grow like weeds. Every workout produces almost noticeable muscle growth. That first year or so of training has an almost magical effect on your body, as working…

Patrick Dale, PT, ex-Marine

2025 Musclecontest Austria Pro Results: Piotr Wojtowicz Wins Classic Physique Gold

The 2025 Musclecontest International Austria Pro show took place December 13 in Schwechat, Austria, serving as a 2026 Mr. Olympia-qualifying event for competitors in the Classic Physique division. With the…

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10 Bodybuilding Mistakes Killing Your Gains (And the Fix for Each One)

Building muscle is one of the most satisfying endeavors. However, resistance training comes with a steep learning curve. You cannot expect to lift weight with the perfect form and pack…

Vidur Saini

Jeff Seid Shares His Bulking Season Full Push Workout Routine for an ‘Aesthetic, Balanced Chest’

Natural bodybuilder Jeff Seid is taking full advantage of his bulking season. In his latest Instagram post shared on Dec. 10, 2025, he showed off his full push workout for…

Doug Murray