Phillip Herndon (125KG) Sets Squat & Total All-Time World Record in His First Equipped Appearance

Phillip Herndon has never shied away from a challenge, especially one that requires him to display his mind-blowing strength. So, after conquering the Raw and Raw With Wraps divisions, Phillip…

Vedad Tabakovic

Daily Undulating Periodization: Nonlinear Training Guide

Nonlinear periodization changes training volume, intensity, or exercise emphasis more frequently than a traditional linear plan. Daily undulating periodization (DUP) is one form of nonlinear periodization in which those changes…

Patrick Dale, PT, ex-Marine

2023 Pharlabs Battle Bogota Pro Results

The IFBB Pro League welcomed competitors to the 2023 Pharlabs Battle Bogota Pro from November 18-19 in Bogota, Colombia. This event was the 2024 Olympia qualifier and featured competitors from…

Doug Murray

2023 Sheru Classic India Pro Results

The IFBB Pro League rolls on this weekend with a total of six different competitions taking place around the world. One of which was the 2023 Sheru Classic India Pro,…

Doug Murray

2023 Shawn Ray Hawaiian Classic Pro Results

The 2023 Shawn Ray Hawaiian Classic Pro took place in Honolulu, Hawaii on November 18. This event was a 2024 Mr. Olympia qualifier for the Classic Physique, Bikini, and Wellness…

Doug Murray

Average Deadlift By Weight, Gender, and Experience Level

The deadlift is one of the three powerlifting exercises, along with the squat and bench press, and involves lifting weights off the floor to the hip level and then returning…

Vidur Saini

Every Bikini Olympia Winner Since 2010

For years the Olympia Weekend offered female pro athletes three categories: Ms. Olympia, Fitness and Figure. In 2010 the IFBB added a fourth: Bikini. It became a major draw almost…

Nikhil Sharma

Every Fitness Olympia Winner Since 1995

Between 1980 and 1994, Ms. Olympia was the only division open to professional female bodybuilders. Fitness, added in 1995, was the second. It works differently from every other women’s division.…

Nikhil Sharma

2023 Strongman Champions League World Finals Results — Oskar Ziółkowski Wins

The Strongman Champions League consists of 16 competitions that take place throughout the year. Well, the time finally came for the 2023 Strongman Champions League World Finals to take place…

Vedad Tabakovic

2023 Ben Weider Natural Pro Results and Scorecards

The 2023 Ben Weider Natural Pro was held from November 17-18 in Alexandria, Virginia where 9 bodybuilding divisions were showcased including; Men's 212 Bodybuilding, Classic Physique, Men's Open, Men's Physique,…

Doug Murray

Unlock Flexibility: Fixed Bar Back Stretch for Total Body Relief

A quick internet search for "best back stretches" shows how biased we are towards issues more specifically related to the lower back, and justifiably so as it's a common problem…

Matthew Magnante, ACE

Advanced Split Training Routine for Serious Bodybuilders

Do you need a new workout that'll take your gains to the next level? Then I'm here to help. This workout is for serious bodybuilders looking to train hard and…

Patrick Dale, PT, ex-Marine

Keone Pearson Complete Profile – Workout and Diet

Keone Pearson has won the 212 Olympia three years running and placed fourth in his Men's Open debut. His full contest record, workout routine, diet and stats.

Andrew Foster, C.S.C.S

2023 Atlantic Coast Pro Results

The 2023 Atlantic Coast Pro took over Fort Lauderdale, Florida for a thrilling showdown between some of the best competitors from the Men's Physique, Bikini, Women's Physique, and Wellness categories…

Doug Murray

Flex Lewis Shows Off Incredible Physique Transformation For His 40th Birthday “New Chapters”

Talk about a birthday suit! After recognizing that he had overlooked his well-being over the last few months, Lewis committed to making a change to his physical fitness heading into…

Belinda Evans

Chris Bumstead Discusses Sam Sulek’s Future in Bodybuilding: “He Is Taking Over The World” 

Sam Sulek continues to make waves as a bodybuilder, despite having yet to compete professionally. His popularity reached the desk of Classic Physique titans Chris Bumstead and Urs Kalecinski recently,…

Doug Murray

2023 EVLS Prague Pro Results — Samson Dauda Wins

Samson Dauda claimed gold in the Men's Open headliner at the 2023 EVLS Prague Pro! The highly anticipated 2023 EVLS Prague Pro quickly turned into one of the most stacked events…

Doug Murray

15 Best Leg Exercises for Building Muscle and Strength, According to Experts

Most exercisers love to hate leg training. They love the results, as great-looking legs are highly sought after, but they hate how hard leg training can be. After all, leg…

Patrick Dale, PT, ex-Marine

Unlock Flexibility: Kneeling Hip Flexor Stretch for Key Muscles

After searching high and low, comparing techniques, and spending hours learning hip anatomy, it’s clear that most experts (I’ll toss my pedigree in there as well) would agree the kneeling…

Matthew Magnante, ACE