Derek Lunsford etched his name in bodybuilding record books by becoming the first two-division champion in the 59-year history of the Mr. Olympia contest. Coming off that life-changing victory in Orlando, FL that earned him the most coveted title in the sport and a lucrative $400,000 prize, the 18th member of the exclusive Mr. Olympia
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We receive free products and receive commissions through our links. See disclosures page. As an ISSA-certified personal trainer with a home gym setup of my own, I believe there are a few essential pieces of equipment you need to succeed in smashing your goals: a reliable barbell, a sturdy squat rack, and a high-quality weight
The former Fitness Olympia champion faces a long recovery. Written by Stephen Sheehan, CPT Last updated on November 16, 2023 After winning the first of two scored rounds in her division, Missy Truscott appeared well on her way to securing her third Fitness Olympia title at the 2023 Olympia. Then the nightmare began. Truscott’s dream
We receive free products and receive commissions through our links. See disclosures page. From protecting your hands to lifting heavier weights, the solution to finding the best lifting straps is to just randomly pick a pair and get back to your workout, right? Wrong. Straps are way more complicated than they appear. From weight capacity
The five-time Olympian will become a first-time father. Written by Stephen Sheehan, CPT Last updated on November 14, 2023 As if winning his fifth consecutive Classic Physique championship at the 2023 Mr. Olympia contest wasn’t enough of a reason to celebrate, Chris Bumstead has even more motivation to remain at the top of his game
We receive free products and receive commissions through our links. See disclosures page. Finding a barbell that performs well for powerlifting, Olympic weightlifting, and general strength training without burning a deep hole in your pocket can be challenging. Luckily, REP Fitness leveled up its barbell lineup in the summer of 2023 with a high-quality model
The Nigerian Lion goes from bronze to gold in Written by Stephen Sheehan, CPT Last updated on November 14, 2023 Although his trip to Orlando, FL didn’t result in a first-place finish, Samson Dauda still impressed the judges enough to capture the bronze medal at the 2023 Mr. Olympia contest. Coming off a strong showing
We receive free products and receive commissions through our links. See disclosures page. The Rogue Fitness Echo Bike is one of the toughest and best cardio machines on the market. Popular in the CrossFit community, it brings a new intensity to cardiovascular training besides those gruesome sprints you may perform on the treadmill. The Rogue
We receive free products and receive commissions through our links. See disclosures page. Whether you’re shopping for a brand new pair of the best knee sleeves or replacing your old, worn-out ones, you’re probably looking to maximize your squatting performance or minimize a chronic joint problem (hello there, creaky knees). Breaking Muscle has a passionate
Post-contest physique changes show the power of proper nutrition. Written by Stephen Sheehan, CPT Last updated on November 10, 2023 Larry Wheels may have looked leaner than ever in the leadup to the 2023 Amateur Olympia, but it didn’t take long for him to move the needle in the opposite direction after falling short of
Between expanded divisions and a new location, the 2024 CrossFit Games, designed to find the fittest people on the planet, will look different than its previous editions. For athletes seeking championship glory, the countdown to testing their strength, speed, and stamina against the likes of reigning Fittest Man on Earth® Jeff Adler and fellow 2023
“The Mutant” must overcome multiple injuries to make his return. Written by Stephen Sheehan, CPT Last updated on November 8, 2023 Coming off a third-place finish at the 2022 Mr. Olympia, Nick Walker looked bound for a podium finish at the 2023 Mr. Olympia. Unfortunately for the gifted bodybuilder, his quest to capture the 2023
Respected manufacturer raises the bar with new line of equipment. Written by Stephen Sheehan, CPT Last updated on November 7, 2023 Although it may be associated with producing top-of-the-line squat racks and some of the industry’s best barbells, Eleiko isn’t resting on its laurels. On Monday, Nov. 6, 2023, one of the longest-running strength equipment
We receive free products and receive commissions through our links. See disclosures page. Through my years of personal training and coaching, I’ve trained clients using different rowers like the Hydrow Wave. I cannot begin to tell you how undervalued this type of machine can be. Using a rower provides a multitude of benefits, such as
The reigning champion remains the best in the business at his craft. Written by Stephen Sheehan, CPT Last updated on November 4, 2023 Chris Bumstead confirmed he’s still at the top of his class by claiming his fifth consecutive Classic Physique title at the 2023 Mr. Olympia contest on Nov. 4, 2023. The Canadian native
The former 212 Olympian can officially call himself Mr. Olympia. Written by Stephen Sheehan, CPT Last updated on November 4, 2023 Unlike most of his peers in the Men’s Open division, Derek Lunsford entered the 2023 Mr. Olympia weekend having already experienced the thrill of having a first-place medal put around his neck at the
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Joe Weider’s Olympia Fitness & Performance Weekend kicked off in Orlando, FL with bodybuilders across multiple divisions trying to convince a set of judges that they deserve to compete at the highest level. Taking place from Nov. 1-2, 2023, the 2023 Amateur Olympia saw several athletes separate themselves from the pack and secure a coveted
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