6 Best Powerlifting Programs (Beginner and Intermediate)
There are hundreds of free powerlifting programs that you can find on the internet that cater to different levels of powerlifters. You have old programs that have changed in popularity…
Chris Cormier and Olympia Judge on Glute Injections/Implants: ‘It’s Really Cheating’
Chris Cormier and Terrick El Guindy are taking a closer look at how to observe imbalances in a bodybuilding physique. In a recent Prime Time Muscle podcast, Cormier and El Guindy explained…
Chad Nicholls Reveals Origins of Beef with Shawn Ray & Scuffle with Son Dom
Bodybuilding guru Chad Nicholls has guided the careers of many top contenders in the sport. In a Desktop Bodybuilding interview, Nicholls revealed the origins of his beef with retired bodybuilder…
Progressive Overload: The Science Behind Maximizing Muscle Growth
If you have been in the iron game for a while, "progressive overload" might not be something new. It's a common phrase to help explain what is needed for effective…
Cable Reverse Crunch: Target Your Core for Maximum Strength
The cable reverse crunch is not a familiar exercise to most of us (admit it, you've never tried it). Hopefully, that will change as we're convinced it's one of the…
Leg Press Variations for Powerful Quadriceps
While the squat remains the number one exercise for building powerful quads, the leg press is right up there. The leg press is a terrific alternative exercise if you can’t…
Rich Gaspari on Building Bigger Legs: ‘Train Super Hard and Go to Failure’
Seasoned bodybuilding veteran Rich Gaspari has amassed a wealth of knowledge related to the sport following a decorated career. In a recent Instagram video, Gaspari shared tips for legs and…
William Bonac: ‘If Give It My All, Then I Have the Possibility to Win Mr. Olympia’
William Bonac hasn't given up hope on securing a Mr. Olympia title before calling it a career. In a recent interview with Desktop Bodybuilding, Bonac brushed off retirement rumors and…
Brian Shaw Reveals How He Almost Lost His Leg In Preparation For 2023 World’s Strongest Man
The 2023 World's Strongest Man competition is set to take place on April 19-23, in Myrtle Beach, SC, and it is expected to be one of the greatest editions yet.…
Ronnie Coleman: ‘Flex Wheeler Is Pretty Much the Reason Why I First Won The Olympia’
Despite a heated rivalry, Ronnie Coleman believes Flex Wheeler was crucial to his bodybuilding success. In a recent Nothin' but a Podcast, Coleman credited Wheeler for introducing him to coach Chad…
Samir Bannout Says ‘Capable’ Sergio Oliva Jr. Can Win 2023 Olympia With New Mentality
Samir Bannout, a decorated bodybuilder from the 1980s, routinely examines the sport's hottest topics. In a recent Old School Labs podcast, Bannout discussed Sergio Oliva Jr.'s potential and whether or…
Chris Bumstead Builds A Thick And Huge Back In The Gym
Chris Bumstead is keeping himself busy in the gym this off-season. The 28-year-old phenom recently went through an intense back workout and shared glimpses of his commitments outside of training…
How Long Until Pre-Workout Kicks In: A Guide to Maximizing The Supplement
The difference between a good workout and a great one often comes down to being able to generate an extra 5-10% energy, strength, and focus. It allows you to get…
Is Intermittent Fasting a Ray of Hope for PCOS? Evidence-Based Answers
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common endocrine disorder in women during their reproductive years. Responsible for various issues such as infertility or subfertility, insulin resistance, obesity, hormonal disorder, and…
Samir Bannout Recalls 1990 Olympia Drug Testing: ‘I Failed the Test’
The landscape of bodybuilding has transformed significantly over the last few decades with some major changes in competition. In a recent episode of The Muscle Maturity podcast, former Mr. Olympia…
Larry Wheels on Chris Bumstead & Move to Classic Physique: ‘My Coach Said I Can Be Competitive With Just TRT’
Powerlifting icon Larry Wheels is a man of many talents with experience in multiple fitness sports, such as strongman, powerlifting, and arm wrestling. In a recent Bradley Martyn’s Raw Talk,…
Powerlifter Julius Maddox Cracks 730-lb (331.1-kg) Raw Bench Press With a Long Pause
The bench press has been and will always be one of the main ways to show off strength, not only among the regular gym-goers, but also among professional athletes. However,…
12-yo Ripped Bodybuilder Goes Viral for Dramatic Physique Transformation
A Brazilian bodybuilder known as Cauzinho is turning heads with his shredded physique at just 12 years old. In a recent Instagram post, Cauzinho showed off his body transformation in…
Average Neck Size For Males and Females
Have you ever looked in the mirror and wondered if you have a giraffe-like neck? Don’t worry; you are not alone. Most of us have tried grabbing our necks in…
