Derek Lunsford Talks Battle w/ Hadi Choopan for 2023 Olympia Win, Says Nick , Samson to Fight for 3rd/4th

Derek Lunsford continues to map out the game plan for defeating his teammate, Hadi Choopan at the upcoming Olympia contest. In a recent The Menace Podcast, Lunsford revealed he gained 8-10…

Doug Murray

Frank Zane Would ‘Probably’ Be Classic Physique If He Competed Today, Talks Career and Chris Bumstead

Golden era bodybuilder Frank Zane has witnessed the sport change drastically since his days of competing on stage. During his active tenure, Zane captivated fans with a shredded physique and…

Doug Murray

Derek Lunsford Builds A Fuller Chest With Flex Lewis As 2023 Olympia Prep Continues

A few weeks after starting the competition prep for 2023 Olympia, Derek Lunsford partnered with his 212 division predecessor Flex Lewis for an intense chest workout. The duo discussed bodybuilding…

Andrew Foster, C.S.C.S

Strengthen Your Body with Warrior 1 Pose: Key Benefits & Tips

Warrior 1 Pose - Virabhadrasana I and its variations are a set of standing lunge asanas symbolic of the legendary mythical warrior, Virabhandra. In yoga, the depiction simultaneously builds strength, while…

Matthew Magnante, ACE

Strengthen Your Hips: Effective Hip Abduction Exercises

Ask most people why they’re doing machine hip abductions, and they’ll probably tell you they’re trying to work off their “saddlebags.” This is a popular term for the fat on…

2023 Pharlabs Sur Pro Cup Colombia Results and Scorecards

The 2023 Pharlabs Sur Pro Cup Colombia happened from July 21-23 in the bustling town of Medellin, Colombia. Bodybuilders from five divisions stormed the stage in hopes of locking down…

Doug Murray

Tom Stoltman Smokes Massive 1,763.7-lb (800-kg) Leg Press for Reps in Prep for Shaw Classic

British strongman Tom Stoltman has established his place as an elite strength athlete with two World’s Strongest Man titles under his belt. However, he was disappointed to lose his title…

Nikhil Sharma

Strongman Peiman Maheripourehir Crushes a Mind-Blowing 452-kg (996-lb) Deadlift For Three Reps

The most prestigious World Record in all strength sports, particularly strongman, is undoubtedly the deadlift. So, there are quite a few incredible athletes chasing the record, hoping to secure their…

Vedad Tabakovic

Nick Walker Smashes 150-lb Incline Dumbbell Bench Press for 8 Reps in Prep for 2023 Mr. Olympia

American bodybuilder Nick Walker has quickly become a powerhouse in the Men’s Open division with his freaky muscularity. He’s currently gearing up to challenge for the Mr. Olympia title later…

Nikhil Sharma

2023 OSG Masters 40+ Insane Lineup Revealed — Who Will Be The World’s Strongest Master?

The 2023 Official Strongman Games (OSG) will take place on December 1-3, in Charleston Coliseum, West Virginia. One of the divisions at the 2023 OSG that will definitely attract tons…

Vedad Tabakovic

Dana Linn Bailey Shares ‘Hamstring-Glute-Focused’ Workout for Leg Gains

Dana Linn Bailey (DLB) is a pioneer of the Women's Physique division who remains in stellar shape years after retirement. In a recent YouTube video, Bailey walked fans through a…

Doug Murray

11-Year-Old Jordan Mica Lands 80-kg (176.3) Raw & Beltless Squat PR at 2023 USAPL Barbell Brigade Open

It is truly incredible to live in the modern age, where we are able to watch young athletes improve in real time. The ascent of Jordan Mica has been visible…

Vedad Tabakovic

The 7 Best Ways to Use A Leg Extension Machine

The leg extension is a popular exercise and arguably the most effective way to isolate your quads. All that said, doing set after set of regular leg extensions can soon…

2023 Musclecontest Zhanna Rotar Pro Results and Scorecard

The 2023 Musclecontest Zhanna Rotar Pro took place on July 22 and served as a qualifying event for this year's Olympia contest. Competitors from the Figure category met in Anaheim,…

Doug Murray

2023 Chicago Pro Results — Justin Shier Wins

The 2023 Chicago Pro, the biggest contest taking place this weekend, took over Chicago, Illinois from July 21-22. This show was an Olympia qualifier for this year's blockbuster show and…

Doug Murray

Rauno Heinla Sets a 540-kg (1,190.5-lb) 18-Inch Deadlift World Record

Despite being 41 years old, Rauno Heinla continues to compete effortlessly against much younger athletes in the Strongman circuit. He stands out particularly in the deadlift, where he exhibits extraordinary…

Vedad Tabakovic

Joey Swoll Reacts to Woman Mocking Gym-Goer for Going Too Slow on Stairmaster

With gyms and fitness centers a hot spot for viral social media trends, Joey Swoll has been a busy man. In his latest attempt to correct poor gym etiquette, Swoll…

Doug Murray

2023 World’s Strongest Nation Lineups Revealed

The 2023 World's Strongest Nation competition will take place on November 18th at the M&S Bank Arena in Liverpool, England. After a successful debut last year, Giants Live and the…

Vedad Tabakovic

Breon Ansley Shares Full Day of Eating for 212 Splash & Push-Day Workout

American bodybuilder Breon Ansley made a name for himself with his insane conditioning as a Classic Physique competitor. He’s currently gearing up for a switch to the Men’s 212 division…

Nikhil Sharma