Suspension Inverted Row: Strengthen Your Back and Arms

Neither typically a beginner nor advanced-only technique, suspension inverted rows, also called the TRX low row, are a hybrid technique that combines both a back row and pull-up. Hanging onto…

Matthew Magnante, ACE

8 Best Muscular Strength Exercises: Maximize Your Might

Muscular strength is a fundamental component of physical fitness that plays a crucial role in our daily lives. It is essential for a wide range of activities, whether lifting heavy…

Calvin Huynh

2023 Fashion Street Fitparade Hungary Pro Results and Scorecards

This weekend's 2023 Fashion Street Fitparade Hungary Pro was one of the first Olympia qualifiers for next year and took place in Budapest, Hungary from October 14-15. Competitors from the Figure, Bikini,…

Doug Murray

2023 British Championships Pro Results and Scorecard

The IFBB Pro League welcomed the 2023 British Championship Pro from October 14-15 in Manchester, United Kingdom, headlined by the Men's Physique category. This show was an Olympia qualifier for…

Doug Murray

Bodybuilding Veteran Rich Gaspari Crushes Early Morning Leg Workout

Bodybuilding veteran Richard Gaspari has continued his dedication to health and fitness well into his retirement. Now, Gaspari shares his wealth of knowledge about the sport by training others and…

Belinda Evans

Olympia Judge & Chris Cormier Talk Bodybuilding Comebacks for Older Athletes: “I Don’t Like It” 

Bodybuilding comebacks make for exciting storylines in the sport as they often capture the imagination of fans, such as Jay Cutler's iconic 2009 Mr. Olympia-winning triumph. In a recent Prime…

Doug Murray

Derek of MPMD Talks Death of Bodybuilders: “Almost Always a Cardiovascular Issue”

Bodybuilding as a profession involves taking risks in terms of dietary choices, supplement intake, and the intensity of exercises. However sometimes, these risks manifest into the worst-case scenario for some athletes.…

Radha Iyer

Nick Walker Executes A High-Voltage Chest And Biceps Workout For 2023 Olympia

Nick Walker is tackling the final phase of his 2023 Olympia prep with furious intensity. Five weeks out of the show, the 28-year-old tackled a chest and biceps workout to…

Andrew Foster, C.S.C.S

No Pain, No Gain, and Other Popular Fitness Myths Debunked

Few things upset me more than seeing otherwise enthusiastic gym-goers wasting their time on ineffective exercises and workouts. After all, burning fat, building muscle, and getting in shape requires a…

Patrick Dale, PT, ex-Marine

2023 Musclecontest International Vietnam Pro Results and Scorecards

The 2023 Musclecontest International Vietnam Pro served as one of the first qualifying events of the 2024 season and took place on October 14 in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Competitors from the Bikini category…

Doug Murray

2023 Mr. & Miss Lions Classic MGB Mexico Grand Battle Pro Results and Scorecards

Competitors from the Wellness division gathered for the 2023 Mr. & Miss Lions Classic MGB Mexico Grand Battle Pro in Guadalajara, Mexico on October 14 for a shot at qualification…

Doug Murray

Denise Herber Hits 285-kg (628.3-lb) Raw Deadlift Unofficial All-Time World Record Ahead of 2023 WRPF American Pro 2

Denise Herber has been brewing something incredible in her gym for the past few months, but it only became evident in the past few weeks. During these last couple of…

Vedad Tabakovic

Derek of MPMD Says Tom Platz ‘Changed his Story’ on Steroids: “I Just Don’t Really Believe You”

Bodybuilding has seen seismic changes from era to era throughout years of competition. With that, diets, supplementation, and training have all evolved. In a recent YouTube discussion with Dr. Peter…

Doug Murray

Brian Shaw Announces MMA Fight in Early 2024 as He Aims to Become ‘The Most Dangerous Man on Earth’

Brian Shaw is undoubtedly one of the strongest men in history and one of the most influential Strongman athletes we have ever seen. However, after winning four WSM titles, and…

Vedad Tabakovic

Kamal Elgargni Forced Out Of 2023 Olympia Due To Family Emergency

Bodybuilder Kamal Elgargni pulls out of the 2023 Olympia due to family emergency. He is one of the most prominent competitors in the 212 division of the IFBB Pro League…

Andrew Foster, C.S.C.S

Shawn Ray Urges Chris Bumstead To Compete in Men’s Open at Mr. Olympia: ‘You’re Foolish Not To’

Though money is a great motivator, many bodybuilders take their shot at earning the Mr. Olympia title for bragging rights and glory. Shawn Ray, a veteran of the sport, believes…

Belinda Evans

Master the Suspension Chest Press for Total Upper Body Strength

The suspension push-up is a bodyweight-based exercise that utilizes high-hanging straps with handles to provide resistance during different muscle and strength-building exercises. The famous TRX trainer and its alternatives were…

Matthew Magnante, ACE

Arnold Schwarzenegger Talks Metabolism, Fasting, and Eating Habits: “Don’t Need to Punish Yourself”

Arnold Schwarzenegger has set new standards in the fitness world and even at 76 years old, continues to give back. With his newfound love for preaching what he practices, the…

Radha Iyer

Women’s Bodybuilder Kristina Mendoza Pulls Out Of 2023 Olympia

As bodybuilders prepare for the 2023 Mr. Olympia it is unfortunately normal to see athletes drop out regardless of a long year of competitions, training, and prep. This sad fact…

Belinda Evans