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Strongman diets are often extremely caloric, frequently reaching five figures. 2018 World’s Strongest Man (WSM) and current deadlift record holder Hafthor Björnsson recently invited Dr. Mike Israetel to evaluate his daily meals. Björnsson’s day starts with one and a half liters of water mixed with Hydrate, an electrolyte powder, and creatine. His daily nutrition plan consists of five meals, which are organized when he wakes up... The post Fueling the Future Deadlift World Record: Hafthor Björnsson’s 8,000-Calorie Diet appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/ZjBpbSH via IFTTT

Collagen is a popular fitness supplement, touted for its benefits for joint health, recovery, and skin. But is it all hype?  The most recent research suggests collagen may not live up to the claims that permeate the fitness world. Dr. Layne Norton, Ph.D. in Nutritional Sciences, doubts collagen’s value. Collagen supplementation looks like a scam. I am skeptical.  —Dr. Layne... The post Muscle Building: Whey Protein Continues to Perform Better Than Collagen appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/YMKFIQz via IFTTT

Four-time Olympia Men’s Physique champion Jeremy Buendia‘s decade-long dream of the commercial “Stoik Gym” was finally realized in Roseville, CA. With only eight weeks until the 2025 Olympia, which will likely be Buendia’s last, Buendia’s contest prep has been balanced with creating his physical and spiritual sanctuary. [My wife and I] would sit and talk about the perfect gym we... The post 4x Men’s Physique Olympia Champion Jeremy Buendia’s New Commercial Gym Tour  appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/swrVUWI via IFTTT

A 2025 comprehensive review of the herbal supplement ashwagandha, known for its stress-reducing properties, may boost muscle gains in ways beyond promoting relaxation. While it’s not the first proof of ashwagandha’s benefits, this new review synthesized studies examining its mechanisms and effects across multiple domains. (1)  Literature Takeaways  The new data shows most benefits between 300 and 900 milligrams... The post Can Ashwagandha Boost Muscle Gains? appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/LtXdPxa via IFTTT

A new study reignited the debate about the lowest repetition range to maximize muscle hypertrophy. Analyzed by the House of Hypertrophy (HoH), the research reveals evidence that challenges conventional advice. One to five reps is considered the strength zone, where hypertrophy is observed. Due to mechanical tension, volume, fatigue management, and joint health, the six to 12 rep range... The post Should You Do 3-5 Reps for Size? appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/TyID0x8 via IFTTT

2023 Mr. Olympia Derek Lunsford remains the only athlete to claim Olympia titles in two divisions: Men’s Open and Men’s 212. Although Lunsford lost his title defense to Samson Dauda in 2024, he kicked off the 2025 season by beating Dauda at the 2025 Arnold Classic. Determined to reclaim the prestigious Sandow Trophy, Lunsford is focused on building his lower body. “This is the... The post Smelling Salts For Power: Derek Lunsford’s Leg Training During 2025 Mr. Olympia Prep appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/yzum0ox via IFTTT