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Hafthor Bjornsson’s deadlift journey has attracted attention from millions around the world, as the Icelandic Strongman has been pulling weights that were once considered humanly impossible.…
Dorian Yates is still keeping intensity high during training sessions. On Jan. 19, 2026, he joined Dr. Andrew Huberman to discuss how he stays fit at…
Chuck Kirkendall, better known for his nickname ‘Kali Muscle’, is an American bodybuilder and influencer, known for his ripped physique, interesting content, and radiant personality. However,…
Classic Physique gold will be fought for at the stacked 2026 Arnold Classic. On Jan. 16, 2026, Chris Cormier and Dennis James backed Mike Sommerfeld to…
Dennis Wolf wants to help the next generation of bodybuilders find success onstage. 1. On Jan. 15, 2026, he emphasized that bodybuilding is not a healthy…
Bob Cicherillo is laying out his expectations for Nick Walker at the 2026 Arnold Classic. On Jan. 15, 2026, via YouTube, he predicted that Walker would…
Fasting has become an effective tool for those focused on losing weight. In the latest Arnold’s Pump Club Newsletter on Jan. 15, 2026, Arnold Schwarzenegger revealed…
The 2026 Arnold Strongman & Strongwoman Classic will take place on March 6-7 in Columbus, Ohio. The competition weekend is set to be packed with action,…
Martin Fitzwater has kept his physique under wraps heading into the 2026 Arnold Classic, but he’s been open about his diet. On Jan. 15, 2026, he…
For the first time in four years, Samson Dauda is not competing at the annual Arnold Classic. In a recent Q&A segment via Instagram on Jan.…
Russel Orhii is hoping to make 2026 one of his most successful years yet and, judging by how it started, it just might become a reality.…
Fitness World Japan (FWJ), a prominent Japanese-based bodybuilding promotion, had its NPC and IFBB Pro League licenses revoked. This news surfaced on Jan. 14, 2026, in…
Luke Richardson’s Strongman career has been very turbulent so far, as he encountered many setbacks on his path but still established himself as one of the…
The bodybuilding community is coming to grips with another crushing loss. On Jan. 13, 2026, it was confirmed by relatives that Arlindo de Souza, better known…
Bodybuilding champ Mehdi Zatparvar was killed during peaceful protests in Iran. He lost his life on Friday Jan. 9, 2026, in the city of Rasht in Gilan…
Jay Cutler has had years to curate and tailor the perfect training routines. In a recent endeavor, shared on Jan. 10, 2026, he broke down his…
The 2026 Arnold Strongman Classic is set to take place on March 6-7 in Columbus, Ohio. However, with less than two months left until the competition,…
Brazilian Bodybuilder Rafael Brandao has ambitious plans on deck for the 2026 season. On Jan. 13, 2026, he joined Jay Cutler to discuss his prep for…
Jeff Cavaliere is showing how to transform your physique for the New Year. On Jan. 12, 2026, via YouTube, he broke down his most effective two-part…
Lee Priest is still keeping tabs on the biggest players in the Men’s Open division. In a recent video shared on Jan. 12, 2026, he compared…
The 2026 Arnold Classic is approaching fast, and Wesley Vissers is sizing up the competition. On Jan. 11, 2026, he broke down the Classic Physique lineup…
Reigning Mr. Olympia Derek Lunsford is determined to remain champ. On Jan. 10, 2026, he discussed his game plan and revealed his top two biggest threats. …
Eddie Hall competed in one of the toughest eras of Strongman but still managed to leave his mark, becoming the first man to deadlift half a…
Hafthor Bjornsson has been very successful since he came back from retirement and is excited to pursue even more success in 2026. However, he recently shared…
The start of 2026 has brought news about the weightlifting season, some of which came as a surprise. Most notably, a lot of significant developments occurred…
