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…

Editorial Team

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

2026 Arnold Classic Bodybuilding Lineups Revealed

Arnold Sports has released its official roster for the 2026 Arnold Classic, set for March 5–8 in Columbus, Ohio.

Doug Murray

Bob Cicherillo Fires Back at ‘Conspiracy’ That Judge Steve Weinberger Rips Up Score Sheets at Contests

Bob Cicherillo is tackling one of the hottest conspiracies to light up the sport. In a recent video shared on Dec. 11, 2025, Cicherillo discussed whether head judge Steve Weinberger…

Doug Murray

Lee Priest Shows How To Use Cable Crossovers for Better Chest Development

Lee Priest carved out a successful career by knowing which exercises to include in his routine. On Dec. 11, 2025, via YouTube, he shared how to use the cable crossover…

Doug Murray

Arnold Schwarzenegger Questions ‘Performance Boost’ From 2 Popular Pre-Workout Ingredients

Bodybuilding legend Arnold Schwarzenegger is taking a hard look at two popular pre-workout supplements. In an Arnold's Pump Club newsletter shared on Dec. 10, 2025, he weighed the performance boost…

Doug Murray

Shawn Ray Says He Wants To Remove Confirmation Rounds, Calling Them ‘A Waste of Time’ in the Finals

Shawn Ray and Bob Cicherillo continue to watch over the sport in retirement. On December 10, 2025, they criticized bodybuilders' openness about drug use. Additionally, Ray called for an end…

Doug Murray

Jay Cutler Breaks Down ‘Skin-Bursting Pump’ Back Workout for Maximum Thickness & Width

Jay Cutler competed in one of the most talent-rich eras in bodybuilding history. Taking to YouTube on Dec. 5, 2025, he explained how to build thickness and width using his…

Doug Murray

Kamal Elgargni Targets Return at 2026 Tampa Pro, Discusses Training With Andrew Jacked

Former 2019 Men's 212 Olympia champion Kamal Elgargni is gearing up for a return. On Dec. 10, 2025, he set his sights on the 2026 Tampa Pro and discussed training…

Doug Murray

Bodybuilding Legend Dorian Yates Shares ‘Psychological Tip’ for Better Pressing Movements

Dorian Yates' championship mentality carried him to six consecutive Mr. Olympia titles. In a recent Instagram post shared on Dec. 10, 2025, he broke down his 'spring' technique tip to…

Doug Murray

Biceps & Triceps Superset Workout: Turn Peashooter Arms Into Cannons

There isn’t a bodybuilder alive who doesn’t want bigger, more muscular arms. And anyone who tells you they think their arms are too big is probably lying! Whether you compete…

Patrick Dale, PT, ex-Marine

Italian Fitness Influencer Alessandro Antonicelli Passes Away at 26

The fitness and bodybuilding community is mourning the loss of 26-year-old Alessandro Antonicelli. On Dec. 6, 2025, sources revealed that he finally succumbed to a rare cancer.  In August of 2023,…

Doug Murray

Kevin Levrone Talks Steroids and Going to a ‘Dark Place’ During Career: ‘I’m Not That Guy Anymore’

Retired IFBB Pro Kevin Levrone's emotional pain fueled his bodybuilding career. In a recent video shared on Dec. 5, 2025, he reflected on using steroids and going to a dark…

Doug Murray

Chris Aceto Denies Rumor That Derek Lunsford Used PMMA Injections to Win 2025 Mr. Olympia

Derek Lunsford's victory at the 2025 Mr. Olympia is still rippling through the sport. On Dec. 8, 2025, his coach, Chris Aceto, fired back at rumors that Lunsford used PMMA…

Doug Murray

Kristy Hawkins (U82.5KG) Achieves New Raw Squat & Total All-Time World Records at 2025 King & Queen of the Platform 5

Kristy Hawkins is the highest-ranked powerlifter in the world across both the men’s and women’s divisions, which is why many were delighted to see her compete at the 2025 King…

Vedad Tabakovic

Chris Cormier, Terrick El Guindy Debate Whether Natalia Coelho Used Synthol at 2025 Olympia

Controversy over the 2025 Women's Physique Olympia results is still boiling. On Nov. 27, 2025, Chris Cormier and Terrick El Guindy discussed whether Natalia Abraham Coelho used site enhancement oils…

Doug Murray