2025 Musclecontest Nordesto Pro Results and Scorecard

The 2025 Musclecontest Nordesto Pro took place on Saturday, April 12 in Recife, Brazil, featuring an all-Brazilian lineup of 10 Men’s Physique athletes vying for a coveted spot at the…

Editorial Team

2025 Charlotte Cup Pro Results and Scorecards

The 2025 Charlotte Pro brought the heat to Charlotte, North Carolina on April 12, as one of five IFBB Pro League contests held over the weekend. This Olympia-qualifying show featured…

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2025 FIBO Pro Championships Bodybuilding Results

The 2025 FIBO Pro Championships lit up Cologne, Germany on Saturday, April 12, featuring high-caliber competition in Men’s Open, Classic Physique, Figure, and Bikini divisions. As part of the official…

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Creatine Expert Says 5g Isn’t Enough — Here’s Why 10–25g May Unlock Brain and Recovery Benefits

Creatine has long been associated with muscle strength and athletic performance, but according to emerging research, its role in brain health and cognitive resilience may be just as vital —…

Andrew Foster, C.S.C.S

Exercise Scientist Critiques and Rates Alex Jones’ Weight Loss Transformation, Supplement Use

Exercise scientist Dr. Mike Israetel is examining one of the world's most popular media personalities and conspiracy theorists. On April 11, 2025, he critiqued Alex Jones' training and supplement use…

Doug Murray

Is Your Workout “Junk Volume”? How To Tell If Your Extra Sets Are Hurting, Not Helping Gains

Many lifters get to a point where they feel like they’re practically living in the gym and pushing each set to failure but still aren’t making noticeable gains. More often…

Vidur Saini

Sam Sulek’s Controlled and Heavy Leg Day Routine During Off-Season

Classic Physique's Sam Sulek wants his legs to be a strength the next time he steps onstage. On March 7, 2025, he pushes through an exhausting leg day workout as…

Doug Murray

Milos Sarcev & Dennis James Say Nick Walker Can Beat Derek Lunsford in Pittsburgh: ‘He’s Proven Us Wrong Too Many Times’

Discussions around who will leave the 2025 Pittsburgh Pro with the crown are gaining traction. On April 10, 2025, Dennis James and Milos Sarcev shared why they believe Nick Walker…

Doug Murray

I Did the Legendary 20-Rep “Super Squats” Program of Four Weeks—The Results Were Jaw-Dropping

I’ve been lifting weights for almost 40 years. I started with a set of vinyl-covered Joe Weider weights in my bedroom when I was in my early teens and eventually…

Bodybuilders Iain Valliere and Seth Feroce Make Top 10 Picks for 2025 FIBO Championships

The IFBB Pro League schedule is picking up with another major show coming this weekend. In a recent YouTube video shared on April 9, bodybuilding veterans Iain Valliere and Seth…

Doug Murray

Shaun Clarida Picks IFBB Pro John Jewett as His New Coach for Bodybuilding Prep

Shaun Clarida, a two-time 212 Olympia champ, shared a big update in an April 7, 2025, YouTube video on his channel. One month after the 2025 Arnold Classic, he’s tapped…

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Bodybuilder Martin Fitzwater Builds the Ultimate Chest Ahead of Pittsburgh Pro

Men's Open standout Martin Fitzwater is making sure every training session counts in the lead-up to his next show. On April 10, 2025, he broke down his chest and delt…

Doug Murray

Powerlifting Icon Ray Williams Powers Through to His Ninth National Title at 2025 AMP Classic Nationals

Ray Williams is one of the most impactful figures ever seen in the powerlifting community. So, a lot of fans were thrilled to watch him compete at the 2025 AMP…

Vedad Tabakovic

IFBB Pro Bodybuilder Sam Sulek Gives Tour of His New Private Gym

Newly turned IFBB Pro bodybuilder Sam Sulek won't have to hit a public gym to get his workouts in moving forward. On April 4, 2025, he showed off his new…

Doug Murray

Jonathan Cayco (93KG) Lands Raw 252-kg (555.5-lb) Bench & 919.5-kg (2,027.1-lb) Total American & Unofficial IPF World Records at 2025 AMP Nationals

The 2025 AMP (Powerlifting America) Classic Open Nationals took place on April 3-6 in Atlanta, GA. One of the highlights of the show was the return of Jonathan Cayco, who…

Vedad Tabakovic

I Did a Science-Backed Spot Reduction Abs Workout for Four Weeks—Did it Work?

As a veteran personal trainer with more than 30 years of experience, I’ve heard all the common diet and exercise myths. Some of the most popular include: Strength training makes…

Arnold Schwarzenegger Shares ‘The Benefits of Pre-Workout Protein’

There's long been talk about the anabolic window, but what about protein before working out? In his latest Arnold's Pump Club newsletter, Arnold Schwarzenegger tackled this topic, revealing the benefits…

Doug Murray

2025 Strongest Man on Earth Events Revealed by Brian Shaw

The 2025 Strongest Man On Earth will take place on August 16-17 in Loveland, Colorado. Growing over the years, the competition quickly became one of the biggest points of the…

Vedad Tabakovic

Heather Connor (47KG) Achieves 205-kg (451.9-lb) Raw Deadlift American & Unofficial IPF World Record at 2025 AMP Classic Nationals

The 2025 AMP (Powerlifting America) Classic Open Nationals took place on April 3-6 in Atlanta, GA. It gathered dozens of USA’s greatest powerlifters in each division, with Heather Connor being…

Vedad Tabakovic