Does Wearing A Lifting Belt Enhance Strength?

When it comes to improving your strength, it’s important that you are regularly lifting heavy. There are a number of training tools that you may want to consider that may…

Chris Stone, PT

Petr Petras Totals 1160kg/2557lbs; Breaks All-Time Raw Total Powerlifting World Record

Records are meant to be broken which was certainly the case when Elite Czech powerlifter Petr Petras recently broke the all-time raw total powerlifting world record. He combined for an…

Matthew Magnante, ACE

2020 Mr. Olympia Preview and Top 10 Prediction

The 2020 Olympia contest is right around the corner which is always a super exciting time for athletes, fans, and the organization alike. This year was nothing like what we're…

Matthew Magnante, ACE

Watch Hadi Choopan Tear Up Triceps Training Ahead of 2020 Olympia

Hadi Choopan shocked a lot of people last year when he placed third at the Olympia in the Open division. It was his debut and not even in his usual…

Matthew Magnante, ACE

Former Mr. Universe Bodybuilder Chester Yorton Dies of Heart Attack at Age 81

It is with great sadness that we have to report another death in the bodybuilding community this year; Legendary bodybuilder Chester (Chet) Yorton died on November 21, 2020, at age…

Matthew Magnante, ACE

RESULTS: 2020 Rising Phoenix Women’s Bodybuilding World Championship & Arizona Pro

We didn't get off to such a great start at the beginning of the year with the postponement of all competition due to the coronavirus. However, it wasn't long before…

Matthew Magnante, ACE

WATCH: Hafthor Bjornsson Rolling With BJJ Black Belt Bas Rutten and Josh Palmer

Strongman icon Hafthor Bjornsson decided to call it quits this year after a very illustrious career so that he could focus on his health and other endeavors. He's achieved everything…

Matthew Magnante, ACE

Cutting Diet Plan To Shred Fat Fast

If you're serious about showing off your hard-earned muscle, then a proper cutting diet plan is a must. Sure you could wing it, but you might not get the kind…

Matthew Magnante, ACE

Brandon Curry Questions Phil Heath’s Mindset 2 Weeks From 2020 Mr. Olympia

With just two weeks to go until the 2020 Mr. Olympia kicks off, Brandon Curry has been hard at work to put the finishing touches on his physique. He recently…

Derek Hall

Intermittent Fasting for Lifters: What Works, What Fails, and How to Start

Intermittent fasting can simplify calories, but lifters still need protein, training fuel, hydration, and a feeding window they can actually repeat.

Editorial Team

Jay Cutler Says What ‘Genetic Wonder’ Big Ramy Must Do To Win 2020 Olympia

For many years Big Ramy has been regarded as one of the most gifted bodybuilders alive, but has not exactly been able to bring things to the next level. Ahead…

Derek Hall

Maximize Triceps Gains: Cable Incline Pushdown Guide

The cable incline pulldown is a back exercise variation that emphasizes the latissimus dorsi or simply lats for short. It's not an exercise that you see performed often in your…

Matthew Magnante, ACE

Jay Cutler: ‘I Don’t See Anyone Beating Phil Heath’ At 2020 Mr. Olympia

Phil Heath has the opportunity to make history at this year's Mr. Olympia when he makes his return to competition. However former Olympia champ Jay Cutler has been in a…

Derek Hall

2021 Arnold Sports Festival Postponed Indefinitely

The condition around the world has been getting worse again, as restrictions begin to tighten. This has led to the preemptive decision for the 2021 Arnold Sports Festival to be…

Derek Hall

Big Ramy Gets Coached By Dennis James 2 Weeks Out From 2020 Mr. Olympia

When Big Ramy arrived in the United States he was greeted by bodybuilding legend Dennis James. Now with just over two weeks until the 2020 Mr. Olympia, the pair have…

Derek Hall

Hook Grip Deadlift: Build Strength in Key Muscle Groups

The barbell deadlift is one of the most productive strength and muscle building exercises you can do. Bodybuilders deadlift to add mass to their upper and lower backs, glutes, and…

Patrick Dale, PT, ex-Marine

How To Watch The 2020 Mr. Olympia Online

After a long and tumultuous road, the 2020 Mr. Olympia is nearly upon us. This is all the information you need to know how to watch all of the bodybuilding…

Tom Miller, CSCS

Breon Ansley Has Made Changes, Looks Ready To Reclaim Classic Physique Olympia Title

When Breon Ansley dropped his Classic Physique Olympia title to Chris Bumstead, it was by the closest of margins. Now a rejuvenated Breon believes that he has made the necessary…

Derek Hall

Jessica Buettner Crushes 491lb Deadlift Quadruple

At twenty-five, Jessica Buettner has been a champion for six years. This week Jessica Buettner posted on Instagram, showing some gym time as she pulled 491lb for four reps. It…

Christine Beswick