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After Lucy Underdown set a new Elephant Bar Deadlift world record in the opening event at the 2025 Arnold Strongwoman Classic (ASWC) in Columbus, OH, it was time to “get to work,” as commentator and former strongman Jerry Pritchett said. The Overhead Gauntlet featured a monster dumbbell press, a natural stone overhead press, and max-rep log lifts. As... The post 2025 Arnold Strongwoman Classic Overhead Gauntlet Results appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/u3Pebz1 via IFTTT

Current HYROX female world record holder and three-time world champion Lauren Weeks is in the thick of her HYROX season.  Weeks is simultaneously chasing around her toddler and coaching other athletes.  Remind me: Weeks’ 2024/25 season started with a bang in the Netherlands at the end of last year, where she took first place and finished with a... The post From CrossFit to HYROX Elite: Champ Lauren Weeks Balances Motherhood and Training for Worlds appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/cMYogez via IFTTT

The brainchild of event organizer Jim Lorimer and seven-time Mr. Olympia Arnold Schwarzenegger, the Arnold Sports Festival (ASF) has been a star-studded celebration of strength every year since 1989. From its home in Columbus, OH, the ASF brings fitness fanatics from all corners of the globe together for a weekend packed with community events, vendors, and competitions in... The post 2025 Arnold Classic Results — Live Updates & Winners appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/KfpVNRA via IFTTT

Sam Sulek is officially an IFBB Pro League bodybuilder. After winning the 2025 Legends Classic in mid-February, Sulek earned an invitation to compete at the 2025 Arnold Classic Amateur (ACA) contest on Feb. 27, 2025, at the Greater Columbus Convention Center in Columbus, OH, and he made the most of it. Sulek competed in the Classic Physique Amateur... The post Sam Sulek Wins 2025 Arnold Amatuer Contest, Earns IFBB Pro Card appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/9rC4p3b via IFTTT

Traditional biceps curls are a cornerstone arm exercise for beginners but far from the best option for intermediate and advanced lifters. Most tension during standard arm curls occurs mid-rep, but many back exercises cause more tension in the same position. Therefore, standard biceps curls alone won’t maximize biceps growth. The results of a 2025 study comparing incline curls... The post Experts and Science Agree These Are the Best Biceps and Triceps Exercises appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/xZEWAsc via IFTTT

The 2025 CrossFit season starts today with the release of Open workout 25.1. To bring you tips and strategies for each workout throughout the Open, we’ve assembled a dream team of elite coaches: Matt Torres, John Singleton, Justin Cotler, and Perrin Behr. Among them, they’ve coached podium and multiple-time Games podium athletes like James Sprague, Dallin Pepper, Kari... The post 2025 CrossFit Open Workout 25.1 — Get Tips and Strategies From Top Coaches appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/6fFhr1t via IFTTT

The back is the largest and most complex muscle group in the body. While it plays a significant role in aesthetics and performance, many people train their backs blindly, hoping for results without strategy. Retired top Pro Open bodybuilder and coach Iain Valliere shared five tips to ignite back gains. Iain Valliere’s Top 5 Tips For Back Training ... The post Iain Valliere’s 5 Tips to Build a Pro-Bodybuilder-Sized Back appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/tmBjzbr via IFTTT

Is fat loss different from fat burn? Dr. Layne Norton explains that fat burn is often misunderstood and mistakenly equated with losing body fat.  While fat burn plays a role in fat loss, it’s not the same as reducing overall body fat. What does it take to lose body fat? It begins with understanding the body’s fat balance and how it works. Body Fat... The post Fat Burn Isn’t Fat Loss. Here’s Why appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/m0eofqa via IFTTT

No other energy drink brand has the visibility and reach of Red Bull.  It was the first and only of its kind for years (beginning in 1987). While other brands have gained some traction in the market, Red Bull continues to lead the way with product innovation, community gatherings, and unique events.  Last weekend, Red Bull hosted the... The post Red Bull Hosts Fitness Club Pop-Up in Miami Beach, Continues to Expand Reach into Fitness Market appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/VURHfjL via IFTTT

Prepping for a bodybuilding show appears simple on paper, but it is far from easy. The physical challenges of training hard and following a super strict diet for weeks or months at a time can take a toll on the body and mind. Kristin Pope is one of the athletes competing in the 2025 Fitness International at the Arnold Classic in Columbus,... The post The Mindset Challenges of a Fitness Bodybuilder Prepping for the 2025 Arnold Classic appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/lurFkNa via IFTTT

17-year-old powerlifting champion Yashtika Acharya died on Feb. 18, 2025, after she fell trying to squat 270 kilograms in training. Acharya was training in Rajasthan Bikaner, India, with a spotter when she attempted to unrack the weight from a squat rack.  As she stepped back, the weight was too heavy to stabilize after she and the spotter lifted... The post 17-Year-Old Powerlifter Yashtika Acharya Dies in Training Accident appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/a4Dm3Ml via IFTTT

2024 Classic Physique Olympia runner-up Mike Sommerfeld hopes to score his first major bodybuilding title when he steps onstage at the 2025 Arnold Classic in Columbus, OH, on Feb. 28 through March 1, 2025. Sommerfeld is the favorite to win the Arnold Classic Physique show, thanks to finishing one spot behind six-time Classic Physique Olympia winner Chris Bumstead at the 2024 Olympia.... The post Top Bodybuilders Train With Drop Sets, and You Should Too appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/bv2OtqW via IFTTT

POWERED BY: NOCCO is a performance energy drink designed for everyone, but especially for people who give it everything they’ve got — whether in the gym, at work, or chasing their next big dream.  After a sweaty session at your local gym, it is easy to grab an ice-cold NOCCO out of the fridge before you head home,... The post NOCCO Launches at The Vitamin Shoppe appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/4H8FIu6 via IFTTT

The 2025 Arnold Classic will be held in Columbus, OH, from Feb. 28 through March 1, 2025. The Men’s Open competition is the weekend’s main event, featuring 12 IFBB Pro League athletes looking to make history and the $500,000 first-place check that goes to the winner. 2025 Arnold Classic Roster The lineup features three Mr. Olympia winners, two of... The post 2025 Arnold Classic Preview appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/WA7sq2e via IFTTT

While Kettlebell swings may be the most popular type of kettlebell training, Turkish get-ups provide unmatched fitness benefits. Fitness Coach Mark Wildman says, “You get a lunge pattern, a press pattern, a side bend pattern, and a loaded sit-up all in one exercise — about eight core human fundamental movements,” with minimal time commitment. Turkish get-ups may look simple, but hands-on... The post You Might Be Doing Turkish Get-Ups Wrong appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/frnsle4 via IFTTT

Xinyi Chen of China is the 2025 Musclecontest Japan Pro champion. The IFBB Professional League Bikini division contest was held in Tokyo, Japan, on Saturday, Feb. 22, 2025. Chen was one of 13 competitors representing seven countries. She left the stage with the gold and a 2025 Bikini Olympia qualification for the 2025 Olympia, set for Oct. 9-12 in Las Vegas, NV.... The post 2025 Musclecontest Japan Pro Bikini Division Show Results appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/pl5xeO4 via IFTTT

IFBB Professional League Men’s Open bodybuilders Regan Grimes and Antoine Vaillant have been training partners in the gym and opponents on the Olympia onstage. Grimes and Vaillant trained back together during Grimes’ prep for the 2025 New York Pro scheduled for May 17 in Teaneck, NJ.  Antoine Vaillant and Regan Grimes’ Back Day Grimes followed Vaillant’s lead and explained that the duo... The post Rows on Rows on Rows — How Antoine Vaillant Programs Regan Grimes’ Back Day appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/YLjJE5m via IFTTT

Dr. Andrew Lock, renowned powerlifter, strength coach, physiotherapist, and bodybuilding judge, has passed away after battling brain cancer. He was 61 years old. Lock’s family shared the news of his passing on Feb. 18, 2025, through social media: “It is with the heaviest of hearts that we announce the passing of Andrew Lock, last night 18th Feb. He fought a... The post Strength Coach, Physiotherapist, and Bodybuilding Judge Dr. Andrew Lock Passes Away at Age 61 appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/rsuKcyB via IFTTT

The 2025 Strongman Champions League (SCL) Iceman occurred on Feb. 21-22, 2025, in Joensuu, Finland. The two-day competition featured 11 athletes representing seven countries battling through eight events: Frame Carry, Front Hold, Super Yoke, Wrecking Ball Hold, Truck Pull, Frame Deadlift, Sandbag Toss, and Loading Race. Brian Kichton scored the overall gold, achieving 77 of a possible 88... The post 2025 Strongman Champions League Iceman Results appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/ba4Xqe0 via IFTTT

Champion powerlifter John Haack is in training to return to the platform. The world-record-setter is prepping for the 2025 Clash of Titans III event in Dublin, Ireland, on Saturday, April 19, 2025. Fans paying attention know Haack is primed to post historic numbers when he flies across the Atlantic. In late February, Haack shared an Instagram post wherein... The post John Haack (90KG) Deadlifts 395 Kilograms in Training appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/2EKPY8B via IFTTT

It was officially announced last week that Australian brand LSKD and CrossFit G.O.A.T. Tia-Clair Toomey-Orr have inked an exclusive partnership.  Just last spring, Toomey-Orr signed on as a GORUCK athlete after previously representing NOBULL. Now, she joins fellow athletes Sara Sigmundsdottir, James Newbury, Khan Porter, and Anikha Greer as members of the LSKD athlete team. [Related: Best Rowing Machines]... The post Tia-Clair Toomey-Orr Signs Global Partnership With Australia’s LSKD appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/GCmotga via IFTTT

Gene-environment interaction (GxE) refers to the dynamic relationship between an individual’s genetic makeup and physical and social environment. This interaction factors into what determines how a person’s genes are expressed, influencing traits, diseases, and overall genetic expression. (1) Recently, nutrition coach and health author Thomas DeLauer illustrated the concept of GxE by examining cases of obesity in twins raised in different... The post Gene-Environment Interaction Explained appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/oufkY26 via IFTTT

Emma Lawson, the teen phenom turned elite individual, announced on Friday that she plans to sit out of the 2025 CrossFit Open, citing a nagging injury. She is still preparing for the World Fitness Project (WFP), which kicks off its first event on May 9. One big thing: Lawson’s announcement comes as several other individual elite athletes announced... The post Emma Lawson to Sit Out 2025 CrossFit Open, Focus on World Fitness Project appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/Dn05y1N via IFTTT

In mid-February 2025, elite, record-holding 83KG powerlifter Russel Orhii vlogged his meals and training in bulk mode following his IPF world record squat at the 2025 Sheffield Powerlifting Championships.  Orhii is considering competing in the 93KG weight class, aiming to weigh a lean 195 pounds. Weighing 193 pounds, though not as lean as he’d like, Orhii has already seen progress... The post How World Champion Powerlifter Russel Orhii Bulks appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/qhwsEWd via IFTTT

The 2025 bodybuilding calendar kicks off with the Musclecontest Japan Pro — an IFBB Professional League Bikini division show set for Saturday, Feb. 22, 2025, in Tokyo, Japan. Thirteen athletes will represent seven nations when they face the judges and fans. The winner of this show qualifies for the 2025 Bikini Olympia, part of the Olympia Weekend, scheduled for Oct. 9-12, 2025, in Las... The post 2025 Musclecontest Japan Pro Bikini Division Show Preview appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/Makq2ow via IFTTT

Some argue that late-night eating is a recipe for poor sleep and fat gain. Others swear skipping bedtime nutrition limits muscle gain. Who’s right? While research suggests eating close to bedtime isn’t optimal, correlation doesn’t necessarily equate to cause and effect. Associations between meal times and health shouldn’t be overlooked. (1) In mid-February 2025, Dr. Mike Israetel dissected the science of... The post Is Eating Before Bed Actually Bad? appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/n47BJ3I via IFTTT

As CrossFit athletes, we have been groomed to believe intensity is the be-all, end-all for making fitness gains. Further, remember Pukey the Clown, CrossFit’s original mascot, so to speak?  The point is that CrossFit has gone hand-in-hand with pushing ourselves outside of our comfort zones and coming close to redlining every time we’re at the gym. And now,... The post For Best Results, Move at an Intensity You Enjoy, New Research Suggests appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/lV8vUqY via IFTTT

The 2025 Arnold Pro Wheelchair, part of the 2025 Arnold Classic, will be held on Saturday, March 1, 2025, in Columbus, OH. This annual event is one of the Men’s Wheelchair division’s two major championship contests, and one of seven IFBB Professional League shows featured in the Arnold Sports Festival. Nine competitors are in the lineup, including the only three... The post 2025 Arnold Pro Wheelchair Preview appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/MSzIbLs via IFTTT

Losing weight requires discipline, consistency, and planning. Former Women’s Physique Olympia champion Dana Linn Bailey recently unwrapped her top five straight-forward weight loss tips that you can apply right now: Dana Linn Bailey’s Top 5 Weight Loss Tips [Related: 16 Ways the Keto Diet Has Evolved] Tip #1: Track Your Food A common mistake when trying to lose weight is... The post 5 Straight-Forward Weight Loss Tips From an Olympia Champion appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/it4CUz9 via IFTTT

The Open begins in 8 days. Register here. We are just over one week away from the start of the 2025 CrossFit Open and less than two weeks to the submission deadline for 25.1, on Monday, March 3.  We are now over a month into the reporting I share each day on Instagram (@known_knowable), which is a daily... The post 2025 CrossFit Open Registration Lags, Games Set for Lower Prize Purse appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/E1kT2uM via IFTTT

In early February 2025, retired bodybuilding coach Hany Rambod critiqued reigning Arnold Classic Physique champion Wesley Vissers’ 2024 Olympia physique on his Truth Podcast. He recently compared top Classic Physique bodybuilder Ramon Rocha Queiroz’s fourth-place package from the same event. Queiroz was runner-up at the 2022 and 2023 Olympia contests and won the 2023 Arnold Classic Physique competition. After falling off the podium... The post Hany Rambod Grades Ramon Queiroz’s Physique appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/2m8EWSb via IFTTT

The keto diet minimizes carbohydrate intake to prioritize more fat in an attempt to prompt the body to burn fat for energy, support weight loss, control appetite, and help treat health conditions. (1) In mid-February 2025, health author, nutrition coach, and celebrity trainer Thomas DeLauer shared insights on how the keto diet has evolved. DeLauer, armed with his current scientific understanding, reflected on how he would approach his keto lifestyle differently... The post 16 Ways the Keto Diet Has Evolved appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/NRwknUT via IFTTT

The third and final week of the 2025 CrossFit Open will start with the 25.3 live announcement, where three of the best male athletes in the sport will throw down against each other: James Sprague, Dallin Pepper, and Jayson Hopper. This is the first Open announcement event for all three athletes. Here’s how they fared at last year’s CrossFit Games: View... The post CrossFit Open Announcement 25.3: First Look and Predictions appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/0b4y7zk via IFTTT

2023 Mr. Olympia champion Derek Lunsford and 2023 Arnold Classic Physique champion Ramon Queiroz recently partnered up for an arm workout. Queiroz is in the middle of his off-season, while Lunsford is in the final stages of his prep for the 2025 Arnold Classic, set for Feb. 28 – Mar. 1, 2025, in Columbus, OH. Even though they were in different phases of their... The post Divisions Collide — Ramon Queiroz, Matthew Greggo, and Derek Lunsford’s 2025 Arnold Classic Arm Training appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/ZzfQDyU via IFTTT

Many gym goers obsess over biceps curls, not realizing the larger triceps have more growth potential. Comprised of two rear heads and a lateral muscle on the upper arm, the triceps extend the arm and elbow. Building impressive triceps requires training that mimics their specific functions. While T Nutrition and Fitness (TNF) founder Joel Twinem has good triceps genetics, he... The post How and Why These 5 Exercises Generate More Triceps Growth appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/XOzkAtu via IFTTT

Eight-time Mr. Olympia winner Ronnie Coleman had a special guest enter his gym to train chests and triceps under his expert guidance: 2022 New York Pro champion Blessing Awodibu. The workout consisted of three chest exercises and two triceps exercises, combining free weights and machines: Push Day Training The 60-year-old Coleman used much less weight than the 200-pound dumbbells he used... The post Ronnie Coleman Trains Men’s Open Bodybuilder Blessing Awodibu Through Push Day appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/pdH0a9T via IFTTT

Artificial Intelligence (AI) seems to be evolving at lightspeed. 2024 Strongest Man on Earth (SMoE) Mitchell Hooper recently entertained the scenario: Can AI replace strength coaches? Hooper asked fitness content creator Will Tennyson’s thoughts: “AI is getting too good, no matter how personal you want to get. It can meet your needs,” Tennyson replied. Hooper agrees. so he let AI... The post Can A.I. Function as a Strength Coach? appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/dHS50Bq via IFTTT

As we get closer to the CrossFit Open Workout 25.1 announcement, the competitive landscape has continued to shift in significant ways. While some athletes have posted advertisements for the Open (labeled #ad and/or #sponsored, and collabed with CrossFit and the CrossFit Games), others have begun to publicly declare their intention to sit out of the 2025 CrossFit Games... The post Who Is Skipping the 2025 CrossFit Open? All the Athletes We Know So Far appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/JemxFWd via IFTTT

Editor’s Note: Several weeks ago, Ben Bergeron (CF-L4) announced to his CrossFit New England community that his gym, CFNE, would be de-affiliating from CrossFit. CFNE was established in 2007 and has trained thousands of athletes, including CrossFit Games Affiliate Cup champs and legends like Mat Fraser, Katrin Davidsdottir, Cole Sager, and Brooke Wells, among many others. Below, Bergeron... The post Why We Are De-Affiliating: CrossFit New England appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/XlYjpmU via IFTTT

Wellness bodybuilder and Olympian Tefani-Sam Genadi Razhi has some of the best glutes in the game. She recently shared her leg day workout in mid-February 2025, in which she focused on low-moderate reps with heavy weights, pushing to failure. She is amidst her prep for the 2025 Pittsburgh Pro contest in May.  Razhi’s Glute Workout  Since the glutes extend the... The post Build Your Butt Like Bodybuilder Tefani-Sam Genadi Razhi appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/tl7NJDQ via IFTTT

2017 World’s Strongest Man Eddie Hall teamed with ultramarathon swimmer Ross Edgley to see who could achieve the biggest arm pump during a training session in mid-February 2025. The duo utilized blood flow restriction to maximize their pump. Let’s go train arms and see who can get the biggest pump. —Eddie Hall They measured their arms before starting their workout to compare growth afterward. Edgley’s... The post Can an Ultramarathon Swimmer Train Like a Strongman? appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/Qe3yJLf via IFTTT

Week two of the CrossFit Open will kick off with the 25.2 announcement in Arizona with two notable elite women athletes going head-to-head:   This is Wells’s second live Open announcement; her first was 24.3 last season. For Rolfe, this will be her first. View this post on Instagram A post shared by CrossFit Games (@crossfitgames) Remind me: Earlier... The post CrossFit Open Announcement 25.2: First Look and Predictions appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/XWRHaJY via IFTTT

The 2025 Atlas Strongman Classic competition occurred in Ghent, Belgium, on Jan. 26, 2025. It featured 13 athletes representing five countries competing in five events: Block Press Medley, Dinnie Stone Medley, Bag Toss Medley, DOTS Squat, and Sandbag Loading Race. Laurens LaPiere of the host country achieved the top spot on the podium, scoring 59 of a possible... The post 2025 Atlas Strongman Classic Results appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/YXD45l9 via IFTTT

Add nine-time CrossFit Games athlete and five-time medalist Pat Vellner to the growing list of athletes who are choosing to skip the 2025 CrossFit Games season. In an interview with the Morning Chalk Up, Vellner told us he plans to focus on the World Fitness Project (WFP), TYR Wodapalooza events, and the Rogue Invitational. View this post on... The post Pat Vellner to Sit Out 2025 CrossFit Games Season, Will Focus on World Fitness Project appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/9Apwo2k via IFTTT

Four-time World’s Strongest Man (WSM) Brian Shaw has recently ventured into arm wrestling since retiring from pro strongman competition. As he was in his original sport, the Strongest Man on Earth (SMoE) promoter is going all in with his new sport, including how he trains for it. Shaw recently unveiled a new device he hopes will help him thrive in... The post What’s a Force Meter and How Does Brian Shaw Train With It? appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/TeXy1gM via IFTTT

In 2023, Team Invictus, comprised of Josh Al-Chamaa, Jorge Fernandez, Devyn Kim, and Brittany Weiss, put on a show at the CrossFit Games in Madison.  With the members of that squad going their separate ways, in addition to many other changes, the Invictus training camp has a fresh coat of paint heading into the 2025 season. Invictus, a... The post 2025 CrossFit Training Camp Preview: Invictus appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/JO9QSGk via IFTTT

Classic Physique bodybuilder Mike Sommerfeld returned from an eighth-place rank at the 2023 Olympia to the runner-up spot at the 2024 Olympia.” He vies to dominate the 2025 Arnold Classic Physique contest from Feb. 28 through March 1, 2025, in Columbus, OH. Sommerfeld divulged his grueling two-a-day training routine in mid-February while following a strict low-carb diet. Double Sessions & High Volume Benefits  The routine is absolutely... The post Mike Sommerfeld’s 2025 Arnold Classic Prep Features Low-Carb Two-a-Days in the Gym appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/xat0bu7 via IFTTT

The 2025 Arnold Classic Men’s Physique contest will be a part of the 2025 Arnold Sports Festival in Columbus, OH on Saturday, March 1, 2025. Twelve athletes were invited to compete in the tenth edition of this contest. The champion will earn qualification to the 2025 Men’s Physique Olympia, if not already qualified. Schedule The pre-judging round will occur at the Arnold Expo at the Greater Columbus Convention Center, starting... The post 2024 Arnold Classic Men’s Physique Preview appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/kMvU1GC via IFTTT

Several exercises can help create a bigger, stronger, and more defined chest. If one were to ask every well-known fitness personality what their favorites are, they would hear or read several cases of support for different movements. TNF‘s Joel Twinem has five favorite machine movements and recently shared his preferences at Planet Fitness. While Twinem described what the... The post 5 Must-Do Exercises for a Bigger Chest appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/j3HniNh via IFTTT

Heading into the 2025 TYR Wodapalooza in Miami Beach, Lucy Campbell didn’t have a leaderboard goal. And why would she? The 2022 CrossFit Games rookie was returning to competition after having spent the better part of two years recovering from two wrist surgeries due to a condition the surgeon didn’t think would allow her to return to CrossFit.... The post Interview: Lucy Campbell Talks TYR Wodapalooza Win and 2025 Season Plans appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/QH51goV via IFTTT

Incline curls and preacher curls are two of the most popular biceps exercises for good reason. They stretch and load the elbow flexors — biceps, brachialis, and forearms — crucial for hypertrophy. Which is better for growing the biceps? Several studies have compared them against each other and other biceps exercises. The House of Hypertrophy (HoH) broke down the results: ... The post 4 Studies to Determine the Best Biceps Exercise appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/IYR2vye via IFTTT

Bodybuilding has a decades-long following. Many people enter contests to pursue a personal fitness goal, but some want to reach the sport’s ultimate stage, the Olympia. Aspiring bodybuilders who have not yet started their journey may be concerned if they could ever compete at the level of eight-time Mr. Olympia Ronnie Coleman or four-time Mr. Olympia Jay Cutler. Whether... The post How to Become an Olympia-Level Bodybuilder appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/QwXYkMF via IFTTT

Among many debated resistance training topics is optimizing training volume. Natural Fitness and Figure champion Holly Baxter recently discussed a study by Enes and colleagues from the University of Tampa, which examined whether increasing volume weekly causes muscle growth versus keeping sets the same per training cycle. (1) The Study’s Variables  Thirty recreationally trained women were randomly assigned to one... The post Hold Up, You Don’t Need More Training Volume? appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/qc8UeOA via IFTTT

The Open begins in 16 days. Register here. We are just two weeks away from the start of the 2025 CrossFit Open and more than halfway to the submission deadline for 25.1, on Monday, March 3.  Before we get into what happens from here, a little housekeeping. The daily CrossFit Open registration reporting has been running for 27... The post 2025 CrossFit Open Registration Numbers Climb Slowly  appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/83YDI9U via IFTTT

Two-time Classic Physique Olympia champion Breon Ansley and bodybuilder Tristyn Lee united for a wicked deltoid and biceps training session in early February 2025. Ansley plans to return to the 212 division, where he first competed as a pro, in the fall of 2025. “[2024] and 2022 I think were better than my winning looks,” Ansley told Lee. “That’s how quickly the... The post How Tristyn Lee and Breon Ansley Push Their Lateral Raise Limits appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/UrZKhYP via IFTTT

POWERED BY: If you’re not waking up chugging a green juice, rubbing your face with beef tallow, or using a smartwatch to track your REM cycle, are you even in the year 2025?  This brings us to Lumen, the world’s first handheld metabolic coach that has proven results for weight loss and overall improved metabolic health. The Lumen... The post Lumen: A “Wellness Era” Tool for Metabolic Health appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/gM7tsxr via IFTTT

The CrossFit Athlete Council (CAC) Individual/Coach Committee has released a “community questionnaire” to gather feedback for ongoing meetings the council is having with CrossFit HQ and the Games team.  You can fill out the questionnaire here. Remind me: The CAC was created in late 2024 when athletes, coaches, and affiliate owners were elected by their peers. Those elected... The post CrossFit Athlete Council to Conduct Community Survey appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/d01ZRrU via IFTTT

In a series of trailers last week, CrossFit revealed that it is revamping and reloading The CrossFit Podcast, with a concentration on the community. Hosted by Denise Thomas, an L-3 Seminar Staff member, Coach Development Manager at CrossFit, and self-proclaimed “CrossFit nerd,” this new podcast offers stories and interviews from a wide range of individuals associated with the... The post CrossFit Reloads Podcast Channel, Focusing on Community appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/JzZiVFe via IFTTT

Bodybuilding fans always enjoy watching top stars of the sport train together, and that was what they got recently thanks to two-time 212 Olympia champion Keone Pearson and 2024 Prague Pro winner Martin Fitzwater. Both bodybuilders recently trained hamstrings together at Gold’s Gym Venice in Venice Beach, CA: Fitzwater and Pearson’s Hamstring Training [Related: How Many Extra Calories Should Cheat Day Have?] [Related:... The post Divisions Collide — Martin Fitzwater and Keone Pearson Tag Team Leg Day appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/it8jDbB via IFTTT

Three-time Arnold Strongman Classic (ASC) champion and 2018 World’s Strongest Man Hafthor Björnsson is preparing to compete for his fourth ASC championship at the 2025 Arnold Strongman Classic in Columbus, OH, from Feb. 28 through March 1. Aside from his potential fourth title, Björnsson has his sights set on another target: the Elephant Bar Deadlift world record, which... The post Hafthor Björnsson Deadlifts 470 Kilograms During 2025 Arnold Strongman Classic Prep appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/AYMobQZ via IFTTT

In an early February 2024 Mulligan Brothers‘ vodcast, Jordan Mulligan visited reigning Mr. Olympia champion Samson Dauda at his home to discuss Dauda’s life and career. How does the Nigerian-born, British bodybuilder get jacked enough to win the most coveted bodybuilding title in the world? Hard work. You have to have determination to achieve; drive to want it badly. —Samson Dauda... The post Samson Dauda on 2024 Mr. Olympia Win: “That Was My F***-You Moment” appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/MKWVxgl via IFTTT

CrossFitters have been dabbling in HYROX racing since it gained popularity in the United States just a few years ago. And from February 1-2, 2025, many of the sport’s fittest athletes took to the course in Las Vegas, NV.  Remind me: The HYROX Las Vegas Major featured athletes in the Elite 15 trying to qualify for the World Championship.... The post James Sprague and Justin Medeiros Make HYROX Debuts in Las Vegas appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/971wxRm via IFTTT

When it comes to power and speed, Brazil’s Gui Malheiros is like the Simone Biles of CrossFit: He never loses.  Last month, that power was put on full display at the 2025 TYR Wodapalooza during “Worth the Weight,” where athletes had three attempts to establish a max effort clean plus hang clean. View this post on Instagram A... The post Is Gui Malheiros the Most Dominant CrossFit Athlete Ever? (At the Thing He Is Great At) appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/0w3iuqy via IFTTT

Is it better to have a cheat meal or a cheat day? T Nutrition and Fitness (TNF) CEO Joel Twinem prefers “structured cheat days,” counting calories and macronutrients for one giant meal.  As a competitive natural bodybuilder, Twinem is no stranger to ravenous cravings. “When I first came off a show, my appetite was insane. I would have [cheat days]... The post How Many Extra Calories Should Cheat Day Have? appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/oHV7K6E via IFTTT

Gym injuries are all too common, often stemming from a lack of vigilance or improper lifting techniques. Adhering to proper fundamentals can prevent injuries. For those new to the gym and those who want to safeguard themselves from common gym injuries, exercise scientist Dr. Mike Israetel recently highlighted the seven most dangerous mistakes people make in the gym. 7 Reasons Injuries... The post 7 Most Dangerous Gym Mistakes That Result in Injury  appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/yj1pJre via IFTTT

Founder and CEO of O2 Hydration Dave Colina has met some amazing people in his time. But none like Brian Chontosh.  Chontosh, or “Tosh,” left an indelible mark on Colina right away. But Tosh was way more than the guy who gave crisp high-fives. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Big Fish Foundation (@bigfish_foundation) [Related: Best... The post Put Your Gloves On, Not Your Hands Out: How the Concept of Community Helped Build the Big Fish Foundation appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/e31pXo4 via IFTTT

Additional reporting by Joe Genetin-Pilawa When the 2025 CrossFit Season Rulebook was released last month, one of the many changes mentioned near the end included a new “Gender Classification Policy” that requires athletes to compete according to their gender assigned at birth. Although it was not described as a replacement for CrossFit’s longstanding “Transgender Policy,” that policy is no longer... The post CrossFit Reverses Longstanding Gender Policy – Athletes Must Compete According to “Gender Assigned at Birth” appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/Ba8bK2S via IFTTT

Though officially retired from coaching, Hany Rambod hasn’t stepped away from bodybuilding, which is still the main focus of his Truth podcast. “The Pro Creator” continues to offer training services to top bodybuilders, and he recently put Classic Physique bodybuilder Terrence Ruffin through an arms and delts session. The workout incorporated his Fascial Stretch Training (FST-7) techniques to help the two-time Arnold Classic champ prepare... The post Hany Rambod Trains Terrence Ruffin During His 2025 Pittsburgh Pro Prep appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/VQ639JH via IFTTT

On Monday, February 3, the final name was added to the World Fitness Tour Pro roster, as Laura Horvath joins fellow 2023 CrossFit Games champion Jeff Adler along with 38 other athletes set to compete in the new league this season.  Remind me: As the full roster was still trickling out at the end of December 2024, the... The post Jeff Adler and Laura Horvath Complete World Fitness Tour 2025 Pro Roster appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/PCONacR via IFTTT

Two-time 212 Olympia champion Shaun Clarida will be the smallest athlete on the stage at the 2025 Arnold Classic in Columbus, OH, from Feb. 28 through March 1, 2025. Clarida, also known as “The Giant Killer,” must live up to that nickname when he faces the judges, as he will be the only non-Men’s Open competitor in the lineup and could be outweighed... The post Shaun Clarida’s 2025 Arnold Classic Prep Leg Training Is “A Lot Wiser” appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/vVQweYr via IFTTT

TYR Wodapalooza Miami relocated this year from its original home at Bayfront Park to iconic South Beach in Miami.  I qualified in the Rx Women’s Team Division this year and participated as a spectator throughout the weekend, cheering on athletes and shopping at Vendor Village.  To put my opinion on Front Street, I found the weekend to be... The post An On-Site Spectator Recap – 2025 TYR Wodapalooza Miami  appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/I3oClKD via IFTTT

Creatine is the most effective natural muscle and strength-building supplement currently offered. While many versions of creatine exist, monohydrate (CrM) is the most studied and proven form. However, newer creatine, hydrochloride (Cr-HCl), is often touted as superior.  The belief is that since Cr-HCl dissolves better than CrM in liquid, more gets absorbed by the muscles using smaller dosages,... The post Creatine Monohydrate vs. Hydrochloride — What’s the Difference? appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/oWeFup5 via IFTTT

Remember: The Open begins in 23 days. Register here. When the CrossFit Open first started in 2011, there were 10 total divisions (plus the Affiliate Cup) that competed over five weeks to qualify for regionals and on to the CrossFit Games to crown the Fittest on Earth.  In 2011, a total of 14,210 athletes registered to compete. Of... The post 2025 CrossFit Open Registration Remains Sluggish; Sign-Ups Skew Older appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/c9kDqvb via IFTTT

Unless you’re naturally ripped — burning fat while minimizing muscle loss — getting and staying lean is a feat only one in 10 people achieve, says Built by Science Founder Jeremy Ethier. After discovering the secrets from the world-class fitness coaches, Ethier dropped to 11% body fat, “and it felt almost automatic,” he claimed. How can you mimic Ethier’s... The post Develop These 5 Habits for a Leaner Physique appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/HIvZ0wu via IFTTT

Note: Be sure to catch up on our Reps Pro 6 preview before reading further.  Reps Ahead Pro 6 went down in Miami Beach last week under the bright TYR Wodapalooza lights.  Both the men’s and women’s lineups featured veterans and newcomers battling it out, highlighted by a last-minute swap that saw Haley Adams take Emma Lawson’s place... The post Reps Ahead Pro 6 Showcase Recap: Vets and Newbies Collide in Miami appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/JqkrhKj via IFTTT

Many athletes fuel up before a workout to boost energy and enhance performance. Experts often advocate for carb-rich meals, citing their ability to provide energy and replenish muscle glycogen. Is that truly how it works? Do you really need carbs before training? Dr. Mike Israetel and Dr. Jake Remmert, a researcher at Florida Atlantic University’s Muscle Lab, recently explored the topic of carbs before training; drawing from... The post Do You Actually Need Carbs Before Training? appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/sYtMgoj via IFTTT

For the first time, the “Dottirs” of Iceland (Sara Sigmundsdottir, Annie Thorisdottir, and Katrin Davidsdottir) threw down side by side by side at TYR Wodapalooza in Miami Beach at the end of January.  Their performance at TYR Wodapalooza was one that was quite meaningful, as Davidsdottir is technically retired, Sigmundsdottir is battling back from multiple injuries and an... The post Annie Thorisdottir to Skip 2025 CrossFit Season, Cites Disappointing Response to Dukic’s Death appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/e4qoVGJ via IFTTT

IFBB Professional League Men’s Open bodybuilder Nick Walker is expected to compete at the 2025 Pittsburgh Pro in Pittsburgh, PA, on Saturday, May 10, 2025. Walker, the 2021 Arnold Classic champion, seeks qualification for the 2025 Mr. Olympia after missing the 2023 and 2024 editions of the Olympia due to injuries. After working with coach Matt Jansen, Waker is now trained by Jared Feather.... The post A Deeper Look at Nick Walker’s Super-Slow Push Day Training appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/LpVTuO0 via IFTTT

IFBB Professional League Men’s Open bodybuilder Regan Grimes will return to the competitive stage at the 2025 New York Pro on Saturday, May 17, 2025, in Teaneck, NJ.  During his prep, Grimes devoted a training session to emulate a leg workout from seven-time Mr. Olympia Phil Heath. Grimes replicated a leg session featured in Heath’s documentary Becoming Number 13, saying it was about... The post Regan Grimes Recreates Phil Heath’s Prime Leg Training appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/4CwWpdx via IFTTT

Two-time  Bikini Olympia champion  and two-time  Bikini International winner   Angelica Teixeira intends to retire from competition after this year’s Bikini International . This contest is a part of the  Arnold Classic,  held from Feb. 28 through March 1, in Columbus, OH.  Teixeira made her retirement plan known in an Instagram post, which can be seen below: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Angelica Teixeira (@angelicaht) Teixeira said this decision was made “a while ago.” If she does indeed retire after the 2025 Arnold Classic, it will cap a career that spanned a decade and included a handful of high-profile titles. Career Retrospective Teixeira turned pro in 2015 and immediately qualified for that year’s Bikini Olympia by winning the Naples Pro. She finished the Olympia in 16th place. Teixeira’s star rose when she won the Pittsburgh Pro and New York Pro the following year. She also plac...

The 2025 Britain’s Strongest Man (BSM) contest occurred in Sheffield, England, on Feb. 1, 2025. The single-day contest featured 12 athletes representing four countries clashing through five events: Sandbang Steeplechase, Deadlift Ladder, Duck & Farmer’s Medley, Log Lift , and Atlas Stones . Luke Stoltman of Scotland scored the overall gold, acquiring 52 of a possible 60 points. He was joined on the podium by Shane Flowers and Andrew Flynn, both representing England in the silver and bronze positions, respectively. 2025 Britain’s Strongest Man Results Luke Stoltman (SCO) — 52 points Shane Flowers (ENG) — 46.5 points Andrew Flynn (ENG) — 42.5 points Paddy Haynes (ENG) — 42 points Ben Glasscock (ENG) — 40 points Gavin Bilton (WAL) — 38 points Sean Gillen (IRL) — 32.5 points Adam Bishop (ENG) — 26 points Matt Dimond (WAL) — 22.5 points Chris Beetham (SCO) — 19 points Luke Richardson (ENG) — Six points (withdrew) Andy Black (SCO) — One point (withdrew) ...

It is a new year and an excellent chance to switch up your training. Invictus has you covered!  Launching February 3, the Invictus Total Strength Program is designed to help you improve the core strength movements that are the basis of weightlifting: the squat , bench press , and deadlift .  This program was created to push your limits, maximize your gains, and elevate your performance, whether you are a seasoned lifter or just starting with weights. About the Team The Total Strength Program is the brainchild of Invictus athletes and coaches Sam Dancer and Holden Rethwill.  Dancer is a five-time Games athlete across multiple divisions and won the 2023 Fittest Man title in the 35-39 Men’s Division. Rethwill is the head coach at Invictus San Diego and a five-time team Games athlete , including both first- and second-place finishes on Team CrossFit Invictus. Origins “Sam and I have been friends for years now and have always been interested in collaborating on...

Every year, TYR Wodapalooza seems to be a coming-out party for at least a couple of athletes.  Last week’s fitness festival in Miami Beach, FL, was no exception. After sitting out both the 2023 and 2024 seasons due to a wrist injury, Lucy Campbell surprised the entire community (and herself) by taking the women’s title over the 2023 CrossFit Games champion and heavy favorite Laura Horvath. Beyond Campbell, a handful of performances turned heads and are worth noting as we head into the 2025 CrossFit Games season. Astrid Tind (12th, Women’s Elite Division) View this post on Instagram A post shared by Morning Chalk Up (@morningchalkup) [Related:  Best Whey Protein Powders ] If you watched the live feed last weekend, the name Astrid Tind was one you likely had to Google after Day 1 . The 5-foot-11, 30-year-old Danish giant surprised everyone when she took an event win in the opening test in Miami. And then she went ahead...