12 Best Decline Bench Press Alternatives
With 16 years in the trenches, I can confirm that most men who join the gym want to build a barrel chest. A chest so wide and thick that it…
Average Speed on an Elliptical
The average speed on an elliptical varies by intensity: light intensity equates to 3.75 mph (127 steps/min), moderate intensity to 4.0 mph (132 steps/min), and vigorous intensity to 4.3 mph…
Terrence Ruffin And Rich Gaspari Build Tree-Trunk Legs
Terrence Ruffin teamed up with Rich Gaspari for a hellacious leg workout. At the peak of his bodybuilding career, Gaspari was known for his intensity and displayed a similar vigor…
How to Maintain Muscle During a Layoff
Consistency is arguably the most important principle for strength and hypertrophy gains. Provided you train consistently, even poorly planned workouts will produce results. Of course, your gains will be better…
Seated Dumbbell Lateral Raise: Targeting Key Shoulder Muscles
In my experience, the seated dumbbell lateral raise is one of the best isolation exercises for promoting lateral deltoid hypertrophy. However, upon thorough research, I also found that strong shoulders…
Hafthor Bjornsson Smashes 1,000.9-lb (454-kg) Elephant Bar Deadlift in Training
Hafthor Bjornsson is almost ready to come out of retirement, as his most recent workout featured a 1,000.9-pound (454-kilogram) Elephant Bar Deadlift. The Icelandic Strongman shared the lift to YouTube…
Lee Labrada Shares A Prime Technique For Faster Muscle Growth
The human body can achieve huge feats of strength, endurance, and athleticism. But no one can beat time and with growing age, recovery and progress become relatively difficult. But it’s…
Ronnie Coleman Gives Health Update, Ready To Walk Unassisted Once Again
Ronnie Coleman has started his journey towards recovery from his back issue. The legendary bodybuilder gave a health update and a great insight into the treatment he is receiving. Coleman…
Home Workouts vs. Gym Sessions: What’s Best For Your New Year Goals?
Home or gym? It’s perhaps the most essential fitness decision you can make. Get it right and have the ideal environment to build your fitness journey. If you get it…
Walking Vs. Running for Weight Loss – Which is Better?
According to figures from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), 1 in 3 American adults are overweight, and 2 in 5 are obese (1). These statistics help explain why, as…
Lee Priest Busts ‘Bro Science’ Myths, Discusses Daily Protein Intake and Training Programs
Like he never left, retired bodybuilding veteran Lee Priest is back to take a closer look at some misconceptions in bodybuilding. In a recent YouTube video, Priest discussed 'bro science'…
Tom Platz and Dorian Yates Reflect on Their Bodybuilding Careers, PED Use, and Lifestyle
Bodybuilding legends Tom Platz and Dorian Yates rekindled their memories of the golden days of their bodybuilding careers during the inaugural episode of the Shadow Talk podcast. Dorian Yates and…
Larry Wheels Takes On Ronnie Coleman’s Iconic 200-lb Dumbbell Press Set
Ronnie Coleman has always been a freak of nature, but one of his most recognizable feats of strength was his 200-pound (90.7-kilogram) dumbbell press set of 12 repetitions. So, having…
How Much Weight Can the Average Man Lift, Including Bench Press, Deadlift, and Squat
The average untrained male can lift around 50 kilograms (40–70) in the squat and bench press and 90 kilograms (70–120) in deadlifts. The actual number can vary based on factors…
Akim Williams Eyes Retirement In 2-3 Yrs, Talks Longevity And Road To 2024 Arnold Classic
Boasting over a decade of bodybuilding experience, Akim Williams has grown up before the eyes of fans. In a recent YouTube video, 'The Beast' discussed his mentality heading into the…
Mitchell Hooper Comments on Tom Haviland’s Extraordinary Strength: “I Think He Could Win World’s Strongest Man”
The sport of Strongman is usually the measure of who the strongest men in the world are, and in 2023, that turned out to be Mitchell Hooper. However, the Canadian…
Master Rope Tricep Extensions for Stronger Arms Today!
The rope tricep extension is one of the best isolation exercises for medial and lateral tricep hypertrophy. Based on my experience working with numerous clients, I recommend performing rope triceps…
Fitness Trainer Dead at 30 Following Argument With Husband
The fitness community has unfortunately been rocked with another untimely death. According to local news media, 30-year-old fitness coach Débora “Debby” Michels lost her life Friday after a violent argument…
Zahir Khudayarov Crushes 460-kg (1,014.1-lb) Squat W/Wraps for Two Reps in Prep for Powerlifting Comeback
Zahir Khudayarov, one of the most unique powerlifting figures in history, has recently returned to training and has already locked out a huge 460-kilogram (1,014.1-pound) two-rep squat with knee wraps…
