Strongman
Hafthor Bjornsson Fails 511-kg (1,126.6-lb) Deadlift World Record Attempt
Hafthor Bjornsson made an appearance at the Enhanced Breakers 1, which took place on July 11th in Los Angeles. The Icelandic Strongman set his sights on…
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Costco Sued Over Alleged Heavy Metal Contamination in Organic Protein Powder
Costco, one of the most popular warehouse retailers in the U.S., is facing a class-action lawsuit. On July 8, 2026, The Seattle Times shared that attorneys…
Bodybuilding
Bodybuilder Regan Grimes Outlines His 6,200-Calorie Diet for the 2026 Texas Pro
Men’s Open star Regan Grimes is inching closer to his next bodybuilding contest. In a YouTube video from July 10, 2026, he detailed his massive 6,200-calorie…
Bodybuilding
Dorian Yates Breaks Down His Warm-Up Set Approach That Won Him 6 Mr. Olympia Titles
It was all business for Dorian Yates every time he stepped into the iconic Temple Gym during his career. In an Instagram post from July 9,…
Bodybuilding
Shawn Ray and Bob Cicherillo Explain Why Nick Walker Should Dominate the 2026 Tampa Pro
Anticipation around Nick Walker’s upcoming show is ramping up quickly. In a YouTube video from July 8, 2026, Shawn Ray and Bob Cicherillo discussed his chances…
Bodybuilding
Close Friend Tony Huge Claims Connor Murphy Achieved ‘Superhuman Abilities’ Before Dying
Fitness influencer Connor Murphy’s passing is still rippling through the community. In an Instagram post from July 8, 2026, close friend Tony Huge claimed Murphy achieved…
Bodybuilding
Lou Ferrigno Smashes T-Bar Rows at 74: ’50 Years Later, Arnold and I Are Still Doing This Exercise’
Bodybuilding legend Lou Ferrigno is maintaining his strength at 74. In a Facebook post from July 8, 2026, he shared an old-school T-bar row workout and…
Bodybuilding
Women’s Physique IFBB Pro Sandra Lombardo Passes Away After Battle With Cancer
The bodybuilding community is mourning another loss. Women’s Physique standout Sandra Lombardo has passed away after a courageous battle with cancer. The news was first reported…
Bodybuilding
2004 Mr. Universe José Antonio “Jocha” Hernández Torres Dies at 57
José Antonio “Jocha” Hernández Torres, one of Spain’s most impressive bodybuilders, has sadly died. News of his passing was confirmed on social media on July 6. …
Bodybuilding
Arnold Schwarzenegger Reveals Why Your Creatine Could Contain Heavy Metals
Arnold Schwarzenegger is taking a hard look at his supplement shelf. In his July 8, 2026, Arnold’s Pump Club newsletter, he warned of potential heavy metal…
Bodybuilding
Fitness Influencer Connor Murphy Dies at 32 After Drowning in Thailand
Thai authorities said the 32-year-old American was recovered from a lake in Samut Prakan after an erratic incident at a rented home.
Bodybuilding
Hadi Choopan Adds 20 Lbs to Frame, Reveals Supersized Physique Update 12 Weeks Out from 2026 Mr. Olympia
Can Hadi Choopan win back the Mr. Olympia title? In an Instagram post from July 7, 2026, Milos Sarcev shared Choopan’s monstrous physique update 12 weeks…
Bodybuilding
Jeff Cavaliere Reveals the 12 Essential Exercises He Says Can Completely Transform the Human Body
ATHLEAN-X founder Jeff Cavaliere believes consistent training is insurance for a better life. In a YouTube video from July 6, 2026, he broke down 12 exercises…
Bodybuilding
Regan Grimes Shares His 3,275-Calorie Full Day of Eating Ahead of the 2026 Texas Pro
Bodybuilder Regan Grimes is focused on fat loss in the lead-up to his next contest. In a YouTube video from July 7, 2026, he broke down…
Bodybuilding
Steve Weinberger Says Back Improvements Will Decide Ramon Dino’s 2026 Olympia Title Defense vs Mike Sommerfeld
Steve Weinberger is turning his attention to the stacked 2026 Mr. Olympia contest this September. In an Instagram Q&A session on July 4, 2026, he explained…
Bodybuilding
Wesley Vissers Reveals The Only 2 Exercises He’s Using to Build His Biceps for 2026 Mr. Olympia
Classic Physique star Wesley Vissers is keeping training intensity high ahead of the 2026 Mr. Olympia. In a YouTube video from July 5, he showcased the…
Bodybuilding
Jay Cutler Crushes Brutal Chest Workout at 52, Still Swears by Time Under Tension for Muscle Growth
It might have been a holiday, but Jay Cutler still made sure to train. In a YouTube video from July 6, 2026, he broke down his…
Weightlifting
13-YO Rory van Ulft (44KG) Sets Clean & Jerk and Total Youth World Records at 2026 IWF World Youth Championships
Rory van Ulft became a social media star at a very young age, leaving hundreds of thousands of people impressed by mind-blowing feats of strength. As…
Bodybuilding
2026 Mr. Big Evolution Portugal Pro Results: Jordan Hutchinson Wins Men’s Open
Jordan Hutchinson leads 10 IFBB Pro League winners at the 2026 Olympia qualifier in Estoril, Portugal
Strongman
2026 Giants Live Strongman Classic Results — Ondřej Fojtů Wins
The 2026 Giants Live Strongman Classic took place on July 4th in London, England, and brought together some of the greatest Strongman athletes from all around…
Strongman
Hafthor Bjornsson Announces 511-kg (1,126.6-lb) Deadlift World Record Attempt at Enhanced Breakers 1
Hafthor Bjornsson has been on a streak of incredible results in Strongman ever since he came out of retirement. However, he had a bit of a…
Bodybuilding
Bodybuilder Vlad Sukhoruchko Fires Back at Shoulder Synthol Accusations
Men’s Open mass monster Vlad Sukhoruchko is clearing the air after rumors spread about his physique online. In an Instagram Stories post from July 2, he…
Bodybuilding
Mr. Olympia Shifts Fitness Finals to Saturday Night in 2026 Schedule Update
The prestigious Mr. Olympia contest is making some big changes to its schedule in 2026. In an Instagram post from July 3, the brand revealed that…
Bodybuilding
Jeff Cavaliere Shares His Secret Weapon for Fixing Muscle Cramps in Seconds
Muscle cramps can sneakily eat away at your gym progress, and sometimes a quick electrolyte boost won’t fix the problem. In a YouTube video from July…
Bodybuilding
Derek Lunsford Ramps Up Arm Training to Build Crazy Biceps Peaks 12 Weeks Before 2026 Mr. Olympia
Derek Lunsford is addressing physique weak points before stepping back onstage. In a YouTube video from July 2, he shared the arm workout he’s using to…