Chris Bumstead Builds Powerful Quads During 2023 Olympia Prep

Chris Bumstead is gearing up for the 2023 Olympia as he attempts to become a five-time Classic Physique Olympia champion. Recently, he went through a quad-focused leg workout to fuel…

Andrew Foster, C.S.C.S

DIY Cable Pulley System To Elevate Your Gains

Cable pulley machines are among the most versatile pieces of training equipment in a gym. You could train virtually every muscle group using the cable pulley, including the chest, shoulders,…

Vidur Saini

Frank Zane Says Visualization Is ‘Key to Winning’: “Go in There With the Attitude of I Already Won” 

Frank Zane mastered his mind, body, and spirit to become a three-time Mr. Olympia titleholder (1977,1978,1979). In a recent appearance on the Rob Fletcher Podcast, Zane reflected on his storied…

Doug Murray

Akim Williams Sets Sights on 2024 Arnold Classic Once Injuries Heal: “I Still Have Everything”

With more than a decade of bodybuilding experience, Akim Williams is no stranger to the demands of a top-tier IFBB Pro. He has placed as high as sixth on the…

Doug Murray

DIY Power Rack — 3 Easy Ideas To Build a Squat Rack at Home

The squat rack is among the most versatile strength training equipment; every commercial gym has it, and every home gym should have it. Power racks are especially important for people…

Vidur Saini

Urs Kalecinski – Complete Profile: Height, Workout and Diet

Urs Kalecinski took four straight Classic Physique Olympia top-four finishes, then moved up to Men's Open in 2025. His full contest record, workout split, diet and stats.

Andrew Foster, C.S.C.S

2023 San Antonio Pro Results and Scorecards

With the window to qualify for this year's Olympia closing fast, competitors in San Antonio, Texas put on a highly competitive event on September 23 at the 2023 San Antonio…

Doug Murray

2023 Musclecontest Ultimate Pro Results and Scorecards

The IFBB Pro League welcomed the 2023 Musclecontest International Ultimate Pro on Saturday, September 23 in Curitiba, Brazil. This bodybuilding event featured some of the best Classic Physique competitors from around…

Doug Murray

BREAKING: Big Ramy Pulls Out Of The 2023 Mr. Olympia

Former two-time Mr. Olympia Mamdouh 'Big Ramy' Elssbiay's sudden fall from grace at the 2022 Olympia came as a shock. A similar outcome at the 2023 Arnold Classic raised a…

Andrew Foster, C.S.C.S

Chris Bumstead Shows Off Improved Bicep Peak 6 Weeks From 2023 Olympia Title Defense

Reigning Classic Physique Olympia champion Chris Bumstead is leaving nothing to chance before his next title defense. In a recent Instagram post, he showed off his improved bicep peak six…

Belinda Evans

Chris Cormier, Olympia Judge Assess Hadi Choopan’s & Derek Lunsford’s Back Poses Weeks from 2023 Olympia 

A stacked Men's Open lineup will light up the 2023 Mr. Olympia stage in less than two month's time. In the headlining act, reigning champion Hadi Choopan will look to…

Doug Murray

Liver King Facing An Increasing Number of Lawsuits From ‘Betrayed’ Followers

Controversial social media personality and supplement company owner Liver King AKA Brian Johnson shot to popularity in 2021 and 2022. He he started promoting a ‘primal’ way of life. It…

Andrew Foster, C.S.C.S

Full vs. Partial Range of Motion Training – Which is Best?

Are partial reps cheating, or are they the key to building even more muscle and strength? The answer may surprise you! Have you ever gone into a gym and seen…

Patrick Dale, PT, ex-Marine

Band Pull Through: Strengthen Glutes, Hamstrings & More!

The band pull through is probably one of those exercises that you never gave much thought to. Either because it didn't appeal to your training style, or you didn't imagine…

Matthew Magnante, ACE

The Ultimate Guide To DIY Pull Up Bar — Wall-Mounted, Doorway, Ceiling-Mounted, and Pull-Up Stand

The pull-up is a foundational exercise that has been a part of strength cultures around the globe for centuries. It symbolizes upper body strength and is a staple in most…

Vidur Saini

2023 Rogue CrossFit Invitational Lineup Revealed — Return Of Tia-Clair Toomey

With the 2023 CrossFit Games behind us already, all of the top athletes turned their focus to what is the next biggest competition of the year — the 2023 Rogue…

Vedad Tabakovic

Salad Nutrition Calculator

Add each salad ingredient and its weight in grams to get calories, protein, carbs, fat, fiber, sodium, sugars and cholesterol, mostly from USDA figures.

Patrick Dale, PT, ex-Marine

“Nothing Can Stop Me” Arnold Schwarzenegger ‘Pumped’ Up To Train Post-Elbow Surgery

Arnold Schwarzenegger's dedication to working out is on full display even when he's injured. Taking to Instagram on September 21, 2023, "The Austrian Oak" showed off his bruised arm whilst…

Doug Murray

Powerlifter Denise Herber Cracks Huge 283.5-kg (625-lb) Raw Deadlift PR

2023 has been the year of the deadlifts for Denise Herber, who is one of the most elite powerlifters on earth. Originating from Germany, Denise has made it her mission…

Vedad Tabakovic