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There’s no shortage of posture correction tutorials, but which methods work? Content creator Ryan Humiston states, “Stretching is the least important”. In April 2025, Humiston challenged conventional mobility and posture correction advice, explaining that strategic resistance training, rather than flexibility techniques, is the trick to proper body alignment. You look like Quasimodo because of neural tone and tightened... The post “You Look Like Quasimodo” — 3 Steps to Improve Thoracic Mobility & Posture appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/sOM5zTy via IFTTT

Bill Leahy was on track to make the CrossFit Games at the 2024 West Coast Classic. Then, in an instant, everything changed. During the third of six events, Leahy was completing his final round of tall box jump-overs. He jumped awkwardly and glanced behind him, thinking he had kicked his judge. When he saw no one there, he... The post Unfinished Business: Bill Leahy’s Comeback and the 2025 CrossFit Games appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/32cZrf7 via IFTTT

Setting SMART fitness goals — specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound — can sharpen focus, establish consistent workout routines, simplify progress tracking, and help hold oneself accountable. (1) Pairing these goals with science-backed training methods makes success more attainable if you steer clear of pseudoscience. Unfortunately, the rise of fitness “gurus” and internet-fueled misinformation has created countless myths that continue to... The post 7 Fitness Myths That Could Be Sabotaging Your Goals appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/jFDwtU7 via IFTTT

Does nutrient quality affect physique progress? In April 2025, Men’s Open bodybuilder James Hollingshead shared his version of the ultimate muscle-building breakfast. The heavyweight concocted a health-conscious, high-calorie, nutrient-dense meal, prioritizing food quality for long-term gains. [This is] the perfect bodybuilding breakfast. —James Hollingshead Breakfast Breakdown: A Scientific Approach?  Hollingshead notes, “Breakfast is the one meal of the day where... The post Men’s Open Bodybuilder’s Ultimate Muscle-Building Breakfast Recipe appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/4pUPHox via IFTTT

James Scharnick had a near-fatal bike accident in 2023 that left him a quadriplegic. Fast forward two years, and he just achieved a post-accident milestone – competing in the 2025 CrossFit Open. From that point on, he was hooked and became a founding member of Certus CrossFit. Scharnick tells people that CrossFit saved his life twice: the first... The post “Respect the Gift”: James Scharnick’s CrossFit Comeback Story appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/O3iMWyh via IFTTT

The excitement surrounding Tia-Clair Toomey-Orr and PRVN Fitness as they enter the HYROX world is well-deserved.  Toomey-Orr, her partner and the co-owner and head coach of PRVN, Shane Orr, and PRVN HYROX coach James Kelly recently shared a video on the PRVN YouTube channel discussing why and how the brand is “taking over” HYROX this year. Orr emphasized... The post Tia-Clair Toomey-Orr and PRVN Want To Take Over HYROX  appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/iVof8rE via IFTTT

Two years ago, Lucy Campbell’s surgeon advised her to find a new sport, as he wasn’t confident her wrist would ever heal enough for her to return to CrossFit.  Thankfully, she didn’t heed his advice.  Last weekend, the 2022 CrossFit Games rookie from the UK defied the odds and completed her comeback by winning Wodland Fest in Málaga,... The post Lucy Campbell Qualifies for 2025 CrossFit Games, Continuing Incredible Career Comeback appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/61uOAmi via IFTTT

The 2025 Wasatch Warrior Pro was held in Salt Lake City, UT, on Saturday, April 26. This pro bodybuilding event was a 2025 Olympia Weekend qualifying event for the IFBB Professional League’s Men’s Physique and Bikini divisions.  The winners of each contest earned qualifications to the Olympia in Las Vegas, NV, on Oct. 9-12, 2025, in their respective divisions — Edvan Palmeira... The post 2025 Wasatch Warrior Pro Results appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/DpKGEc1 via IFTTT

2017 World’s Strongest Man Eddie Hall defeated strongman legend Mariusz Pudzianowski by technical knockout in their mixed martial arts encounter on Saturday, April 26, 2025. The bout was a part of Konfrontacja Sztuk Walki (KSW)’s KWS 105 event in PreZero Arena Gliwice in Gliwice, Poland. The fight was scheduled for two four-minute rounds. Hall only needed 30 seconds to finish against the five-time World’s Strongest Man winner. The... The post Eddie Hall Defeats Mariusz Pudzianowski in MMA Bout by TKO appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/Mu3azm2 via IFTTT

Two-time Arnold Classic Physique champion Terrence Ruffin is considered one of the best posers in bodybuilding, not just in the Classic Physique division, where he competes. It may surprise that someone considered an elite poser would lean on a coach for…posing.  However, it is true, and Ruffin has relied on Christopher Barnett to help him be at his best when... The post Bodybuilding’s Best Poser’s Posing Coach Coaches His Posing appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/E42M5li via IFTTT

Last season, after six consecutive appearances at the CrossFit Games, Amanda Barnhart failed to qualify for the 2024 Games, finishing 14th at the North America East Semifinal. A big part of her was relieved. Barnhart’s shoulder wasn’t fully healed at the time, and she felt mentally exhausted. Additionally, she was on antibiotics for an infection in her armpit... The post Amanda Barnhart Launches LIIT Program and Sees Big Gains by Dialing It Down appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/l0vNZB1 via IFTTT

The World Fitness Project (WFP) is a competitive fitness league launched in 2025 by five-time Individual CrossFit Games athlete and 2024 Fittest Man in the 35-39 division, Will Moorad, along with Isabella and Jackson Terry, co-founders of GoodLyfe.  The WFP offers a structured, multi-event season format that aims to provide athletes with consistent competition opportunities and financial stability... The post Interview: How Games Veteran Travis Mayer Is Preparing for the World Fitness Project Tour appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/EmMhNo6 via IFTTT

The 2025 Wasatch Warrior Pro is set for Saturday, April 19, 2025, in Salt Lake City, UT. This annual event will host 2025 Olympia qualifying shows for the IFBB Professional League’s Men’s Physique and Bikini divisions. Thirty-nine pros are expected to take center stage for this show, and the winners will be eligible to compete at the Olympia in Las Vegas,... The post 2025 Wasatch Warrior Pro Bodybuilding Show Preview appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/agAhfjN via IFTTT

The 2025 Los Angeles Grand Prix Pro will occur on Saturday, April 26, 2025, at the Anaheim Marriott in Anaheim, CA. Promoter Tamer El Guindy will host 14 IFBB Professional League Men’s Physique competitors representing six countries.  The winner of this competition will qualify for the 2025 Men’s Physique Olympia, a part of the Olympia Weekend in Las Vegas, NV, on the... The post 2025 Los Angeles Grand Prix Pro Men’s Physique Show Preview appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/O1Fqagu via IFTTT

Powerlifting has a straightforward goal: to maximize relative strength for one’s size by lifting the heaviest weight possible in the bench press, squat, and deadlift. If your goal is to build strength, training like a powerlifter prioritizes improving performance in these three foundational lifts. French powerlifter Panagiotis Tarinidis recently shared insights on optimizing training for bench press, squat, and deadlift progress. Practical training... The post Train as Much as an Elite Powerlifter to Get Stronger appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/pKheAyN via IFTTT

Three-time World’s Strongest Man (WSM) champion Tom Stoltman is prepping to defend his title at the 2025 WSM competition in Sacramento, CA, from May 15-18, 2025. Following a disappointing seventh-place finish at the 2024 Strongest Man on Earth (SMoE) competition just months after securing his 2024 WSM victory, Stoltman is determined to reclaim his dominance on the world stage where he thrives most. Stoltman answers fans’... The post The World’s Strongest Man’s Q&A Before Defending the Title appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/xquQgw7 via IFTTT

The World Fitness Project announced on Tuesday that Velites is the Official Jump Rope, Hand Grips, and Wristbands partner for the 2025 WFP season.  So far, the only other partners announced include pliability, the Official Mobility Partner of the WFP, and Concept2, the Official Ergometer Machine Provider of the WFP. The WFP’s announcement comes just a week after... The post Velites Doubles Down – New Gear Partner of the World Fitness Project appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/JIx1tZa via IFTTT

The GOLO diet is a commercial weight loss program that looks beyond just calories in and calories out. It was developed by a team of doctors and pharmacists who wanted to tackle the nitty-gritty of weight management. Their philosophy? Weight gain doesn’t happen overnight, so weight loss won’t either. GOLO wants to optimize your metabolic health by improving... The post What You Need To Know About the GOLO Diet appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/RJmjoVn via IFTTT

In the ever-evolving world of hypertrophy science, bodybuilding expert Dr. Mike Israetel shared what he believes to be the top five triceps exercises. Based on the latest research, these movements optimize tension angles and range of motion:  Dr. Israetel’s Top 5 Triceps Builders  [Related: Experts and Science Agree These Are the Best Biceps and Triceps Exercises] 1. EZ... The post 5 Best Triceps Exercises to Achieve the Coveted Horseshoe appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/lUmDN39 via IFTTT

The third 2025 CrossFit Games In-Person Qualifying Event (IPQE) begins this week in Málaga, Spain.  The Wodland Fest features deep rosters of elite individual men and women fighting for four spots at the Games (two each for the men and women).  Remind me: Just last week, Copa Sur awarded invitations to four athletes for the Games, and a... The post 6 Things You Need to Know About the 2025 Wodland Fest appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/xyHhUSI via IFTTT

The 2025 NPC Jay Cutler Desert Classic was held in Las Vegas, NV, on Saturday, April 19, 2025. Many fans were in attendance to see potential bodybuilding stars of the future. Powerlifting fans were also in the building because they recognized one of the athletes standing onstage before the judges. Multi-time world record-setting powerlifter Joe Sullivan debuted on a bodybuilding stage as one... The post Joe Sullivan Makes NPC Bodybuilding Debut at 2025 Jay Cutler Desert Classic appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/QFXUkTM via IFTTT

Many consider Tom Platz one of the most intense bodybuilders in history. Known for his incredible leg development, which many experts felt was ahead of his time, Platz trained to total failure. Platz’s bodybuilding career ended in 1987, but his spirit is as alive as ever. With his 70th birthday approaching, Platz was recently filmed training legs, including squats:... The post Tom Platz Still Squats Like a Beast at Nearly 70 Years Old appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/47HtqXs via IFTTT

On February 7, Mayhem athlete and Games veteran Paige Powers gave birth to her daughter, Oaklee Ann Rodgers.  The Buttery Bros. — Heber Cannon, Marston Sawyers, and Julian Marquez — spoke with Powers about her return to the competition floor in their behind-the-scenes look at the event. Remind me: The Mayhem Classic Invitational utilized the Rogue Points System... The post 8 Weeks Postpartum, Paige Powers Surprised Herself at Mayhem Classic appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/9jSJsng via IFTTT

The 2025 Siberian Power Show occurred on April 19-20 in Krasnoyarsk, Russia. Twelve athletes representing eight countries competed through six events across two days of action: Max Deadlift, Dumbbell Ladder, Sandbag Toss, Axle Press, Medley, and Stone-to-Shoulder. Poland’s Mateusz Kieliszkowski scored the overall win, claiming 64 of a possible 72 points. He bested 2018 World’s Strongest Man (WSM)... The post 2025 Siberian Power Show Strongman Results appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/2PYl8wK via IFTTT

Sydney Peterson had a good feeling. The WOD included six minutes of SkiErg calories and goblet squats, followed by four minutes to perform as many muscle-ups as possible. After completing the first part of the workout, she moved to the rings at her gym, Misfit Athletics in Portland, ME, and pulled herself up. Then something happened. She felt... The post Born With Cerebral Palsy, CrossFit Helps Sydney Peterson Redefine Possibility appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/3kc4Jdl via IFTTT

Lisa Reith is the 2025 1 Bro Bikini Pro champion. Reith was one of seven competitors onstage in Maidenhead, United Kingdom, on Saturday, Apr. 19, 2025. She was last to leave the stage with top honors and the qualification to compete at the 2025 Bikini Olympia, a part of the Olympia Weekend in Las Vegas, NV, on Oct. 9-12, 2025.  Anna Setlak of Italy... The post 2025 1 Bro Bikini Pro Results appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/EzP8Zlr via IFTTT

The 2025 Vancouver Island Showdown Pro, held in Victoria, BC, Canada on Saturday, April 19, 2025, featured 2025 Olympia Weekend qualifying shows for three women’s divisions. The Women’s Bodybuilding, Women’s Physique, and Wellness categories champions earned invites to compete at the Olympia in Las Vegas, NV, on Oct. 9-12, 2025, if they were not previously qualified. Chelsea Dion (Women’s Bodybuilding), Barbara... The post 2025 Vancouver Island Showdown Pro Results appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/dB9hjHI via IFTTT

The 2025 St. Louis Pro was held on Saturday, April 19, 2025, in St. Louis, MO. It featured 2025 Olympia qualifying shows for the IFBB Pro League’s Men’s Physique and Wellness divisions. The winners earned invites to compete in the Olympia in Las Vegas, NV, on Oct. 9-12, 2025. Antonio Smothers (Men’s Physique) and Sandra Colorado Acal claimed top honors in... The post 2025 St. Louis Pro Bodybuilding Show Results appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/xbDCySr via IFTTT

The 2025 Huanji China Pro occurred on Sunday, Apr. 20, 2025, in Shanghai, China. This was one of four 2025 Olympia Weekend qualifying shows held on Easter weekend, and it featured the IFBB Professional League’s Men’s Physique and Bikini categories. Seven countries were represented in this show. Chao Peng earned the Men’s Physique title, and the Bikini division win went to Wenjun... The post 2025 Huanji China Pro Bodybuilding Show Results appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/C7GoFyc via IFTTT

When it comes to nutrition, everyone has a story. For CrossFit Games athletes, their personal narratives usually include exploring macro tracking at some point. This approach makes sense, as macro tracking offers an effective strategy for elite athletes to ensure they’re adequately fueled for long training days and competition weekends, potentially alleviating any stress about whether they’re eating... The post Katrín Davíðsdóttir, Danielle Brandon, and Others Quit Tracking Macros – What They’re Now Doing Instead appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/nBHmbNs via IFTTT

The HYROX World Championships need a new home for the next two seasons and are inviting cities worldwide to submit their bids. The details: The fitness race has experienced exponential growth over the past couple of years, attracting 650,000 athletes for the 2024/25 season, and it’s expected to reach 1 million participants for the 2025/26 season.  The World... The post HYROX Seeks Host Cities for 2026 and 2027 World Championships appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/dKJjZOU via IFTTT

Juggling life as a full-time writer and a competitive Olympic weightlifter (I’m sure I’ll retire one day…just not today), I can understand the allure behind the best meal delivery services. Services like CookUnity are convenient and save tons of time on meal prep with pre-made meals that are ready to eat. “Meal delivery services can be a game-changer... The post CookUnity Review (2025): An Expert-Tested and Flexible Prepared Meal Service appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/xGt0uQV via IFTTT

The 2025 Vancouver Island Showdown Pro will take place in Victoria, BC, Canada on Saturday, April 19, 2025. This is the first pro show on the 2025 schedule to be held in Canada, and it features three women’s divisions: Women’s Bodybuilding, Women’s Physique, and Wellness. Twenty-five athletes will compete for fans and judges in this show. The winners receive 2025 Olympia Weekend qualifications.... The post 2025 Vancouver Island Showdown Pro Bodybuilding Show Preview appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/4UBCETa via IFTTT

The 2025 St. Louis Pro is slated for Saturday, April 19, 2025, in St. Louis, MO. Promoter Jack Titone will present 2025 Olympia Weekend qualifying shows for the Men’s Physique and Wellness categories. Twenty-three athletes representing eight different countries will take the stage. The winners become eligible to compete at the 2025 Olympia in Las Vegas, NV, on... The post 2025 St. Louis Pro Bodybuilding Show Preview appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/u8GjCoh via IFTTT

The forearm muscles grow indirectly from back training, but many struggle to target them beyond that. Is that due to improper exercise selection? Probably. Internet personality, powerlifter, and amateur bodybuilder Jujimufu teamed up with professional arm wrestler Michael Todd to critique popular forearm exercises and offer modifications. They ranked forearm exercises on a tier list — S-tier being the best,... The post Building Forearms: Arm Wrestling vs. Manual Labor appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/2960ASO via IFTTT

Strongman preparations can take an enormous physical and mental toll on the body. Reigning three-time Arnold Strongman Classic champ, Strongest Man on Earth, and 2023 World’s Strongest Man (WSM) Mitchell Hooper recently detailed the peptide stack that helps him with daily performance and recovery.  Hooper values these five injectables but cautions that peptide use is never a “one-size-fits-all approach.” His protocol was... The post Mitchell Hooper Reveals His Peptide Stack appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/2HWtR9h via IFTTT

2022 Men’s Physique Olympia champion Erin Banks will compete for the 2025 Pittsburgh Pro title from May 10-11. Banks secured bronze medals in the previous two Olympiades, and plans to recapture the Olympia crown by increasing his training intensity by reducing inter-set rest times.  This is what works for me, and I’m told daily I have one of the best... The post Erin Banks’ New Back Day In Pursuit of Reclaiming the Men’s Physique Olympia Title appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/rvTLZp3 via IFTTT

The most dominant athlete in the sport of CrossFit, Tia-Clair Toomey-Orr, announced that her appearance at the Torian Pro in May will be a “goodbye to this chapter.”  The details: The seven-time CrossFit Games champion announced her decision on Wednesday in a YouTube video, seemingly signaling the end of her CrossFit career.  But Toomey-Orr did not go so... The post Tia-Clair Toomey-Orr to “Say Goodbye” at the 2025 Torian Pro — Is She Retiring? appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/CWoHDZF via IFTTT

Founded in 2015 as a jump rope maker, the Spanish brand Velites is expanding its partnership with the 2025 CrossFit Games. Initially, Velites was the “Official Grip and Jump Rope” of the CrossFit Games, but it has now also become the Games’ “Official Apparel and Footwear” partner.  CrossFit has partnered with major brands in the past for the... The post Velites Is the Official Apparel and Footwear Partner of the 2025 CrossFit Games  appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/Z18d3iU via IFTTT

The bench press is the ultimate benchmark of upper body strength. Though it seems simple, bench pressing involves many nuances that can make or break strength gains. In April 2025, elite strength coach Sebastian Oreb demystified his secrets behind building a big bench press, having learned from bench press record holder Kirill Sarychev. During the tutorial, Oreb blends technique with... The post A Step-by-Step Bench Press Guide From One of Strongman’s Top Coaches appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/vieJolT via IFTTT

Mitchell Hooper is poised to make a run at winning his second World’s Strongest Man title in Sacramento, CA, on the week of May 15-18, 2025. The 2023 WSM champion and three-time Arnold Strongman Classic winner has not always been a strongman. He has competed in numerous sports, including bodybuilding, marathon running, and football.  In mid-April 2025, “The Moose” shared what... The post Mitchell Hooper’s 3 Must-Know Strength Tips appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/hIG0RVH via IFTTT

Thanks to science, the myth that free weights are better than machines for muscle growth has been debunked. (1) Some fitness enthusiasts might be overwhelmed by the boom in the machine equipment space, with new brands and products released yearly. But with so many choices, how can anyone know which machines are best for hypertrophy? Dr. Mike Israetel and IFBB... The post The 10 Best Exercise Machines for Muscle Growth appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/lkyw9Hv via IFTTT

Australian Strength Coach Sebastian Oreb is the coach behind 2018 World’s Strongest Man (WSM) Hafthor Björnsson’s 501-kilogram all-time deadlift world record. In April 2025, Oreb dropped 20 years’ worth of muscle-building gems during a leg workout. Oreb’s squat-focused training cycles are clear-cut. I squat twice weekly and use deadlifts as an accessory. —Sebastian Oreb Oreb emphasized fatigue management, prioritizing squats followed... The post Here’s Why Hafthor Björnsson’s Strength Coach Doesn’t Deadlift Anymore appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/Gk2SnhV via IFTTT

Tamera Malone is the 2025 Battle of the Bodies Pro champion. Malone was one of 16 IFBB Professional League Figure division pros competing in Tulsa, OK, on Saturday, Apr. 12, 2025. She held center stage at the end of the contest as the overall winner. As a result, Malone qualified for the 2025 Figure Olympia, a part of the Olympia weekend in Las Vegas, NV, on... The post 2025 Battle of the Bodies Pro Results appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/DisEvp3 via IFTTT

Bodybuilding fans in Charlotte, NC, were treated to Men’s Physique and Bikini division contests at the 2025 Charlotte Pro on Saturday, April 12, 2025. This event, promoted by Johnny Stewart, featured 2025 Olympia Weekend qualifying shows for those divisions. Twenty-eight athletes competed across both pro shows. Christopher Barr (Men’s Physique) and Maria Acosta (Bikini) emerged as the champions.  2025 Charlotte Pro Results The... The post 2025 Charlotte Pro Bodybuilding Show Results appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/HBPTldk via IFTTT

This season, one of the changes CrossFit has implemented is a new public video review process at the Semifinals stage. As outlined in rule 2.10a of the 2025 CrossFit Games Rulebook, anyone who has completed the 2025 Online Judges Course will be able to review, judge, and assess each video.  This public review process occurred for the Age... The post Questions Mount Over CrossFit’s Crowd-Sourced Semifinal Review Process appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/XTZEjwn via IFTTT

Vitor Chaves has won the 2025 Musclecontest Nordeste Pro. The Men’s Physique Olympia qualifier was held on Saturday, Apr. 12, 2025, in Recife, Brazil, and it featured 10 pro competitors, all representing the host country. Thanks to this win, Chaves will compete at the 2025 Olympia Weekend in Las Vegas, NV, on Oct. 9-12, 2025. Guilherme Gualbarto came... The post 2025 Musclecontest Nordeste Pro Men’s Physique Show Results appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/Epy5NSK via IFTTT

The 2025 FIBO Pro Championships were held in Cologne, Germany, on Saturday, Apr. 12, 2025. This IFBB Pro League-sanctioned show featured over 40 competitors combined across the Men’s Open, Classic Physique, Figure, and Bikini divisions. The main event was the Men’s Open show, which saw Andrew Jacked emerge victorious. The other winners were Valentin Petrov (Classic Physique), Jennifer Zeinert (Figure), and Ivanna Escandar (USA).  2025 FIBO Pro Championships Results The... The post 2025 FIBO Pro Championships Results appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/8RKXPFM via IFTTT

2008 Mr. Olympia winner and five-time Arnold Classic champion Dexter Jackson left the bodybuilding stage for the final time in 2020 after placing ninth in that year’s Olympia. He no longer prepares for contests, but “The Blade” is still as dedicated to training as ever. For evidence, look no further than an Instagram video Jackson shared of a recent arm... The post Dexter Jackson is Still Jacked at 55 Years Old appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/TIFfdK4 via IFTTT

The Age Group Semifinal wrapped earlier this month, featuring over 2,500 athletes vying for invitations to the 2025 Divisional (Masters and Teens) CrossFit Games in Columbus, OH, later this summer.  Among the competitors were some familiar names on the leaderboard, evoking a sense of nostalgia for the sport’s early days.  Reminder: The top 30 men and 30 women... The post CrossFit Games OGs Prove They’ve Still Got It in Age Group Semifinals  appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/oYjegK2 via IFTTT

Ella Wilkinson walked into a CrossFit gym in 2018, encouraged by her parents and sister. She loved her first workout, but after seven years of competitive gymnastics, she felt frustrated by her lackluster performance. This frustration motivated her to return the next day.  And the next.  Soon, she was hooked.  View this post on Instagram A post shared... The post From Gymnastics to Games Hopeful — UK’s Ella Wilkinson Eyes 2025 Breakthrough appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/9WG6HEC via IFTTT

On April 4, 2025, the International Powerlifting Federation (IPF) banned stiff knee sleeves from their sanctioned competitions. Banned Knee Sleeves The IPF Executive Commission convened in Luxembourg and determined that the following knee sleeves would be disallowed from sanctioned meets: The above sleeves were “removed from the IPF “Approved List of Apparel and Equipment for Use at IPF... The post IPF Bans Stiff Knee Sleeves appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/r6YsjH1 via IFTTT

The 2025 Musclecontest Nordesto Pro is set for Saturday, April 12, 2025, in Recife, Brazil. Show promoter Tamer El Guindy will feature 10 athletes representing the host country. The winner will leave with the gold medal and the 2025 Men’s Physique Olympia qualification.  The 2025 Olympia will be held in Las Vegas, NV, from Oct. 9-12, 2025. No... The post 2025 Musclecontest Nordesto Pro Men’s Physique Show Preview  appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/H8ZBUsP via IFTTT

Which is the healthier choice regarding cardiovascular disease, mortality, and cancer risk: butter or seed oils? Recent discussions raised concerns about seed oils, with animal studies suggesting they may increase inflammation and oxidative stress. Critics highlight the production methods of seed oils, claiming they introduce harmful impurities into the final product.  However, Dr. Layne Norton supports seed oils as a healthier option, particularly... The post Which Is Worse: Butter or Seed Oils? appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/NSGROr1 via IFTTT

When an NFL or NBA great retires, you probably won’t see them strap on the pads or enter a dunk contest again. But bodybuilders are different — even after calling it quits, many of them can still be seen in their favorite gyms day in and day out in a never-ending quest to maintain their world-class physiques.  While... The post 11 Retired Bodybuilders Who Are Still Absolutely Jacked appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/JVqPyZl via IFTTT

2023 World’s Strongest Man, 2024 reigning Strongest Man on Earth (SMoE), and reigning three-time Arnold Strongman Classic champ Mitchell Hooper recently explained why muscle size doesn’t necessarily correlate to strength. Larger muscles generally produce more force due to greater filament-protein interaction. However, unlike muscle growth, which occurs from mechanical tension and metabolic stress, strength gains are largely due to performance... The post Why Size Does Not Always Equal Strength appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/gDXRAZE via IFTTT

The start of the 2025 CrossFit season has been anything but normal. The Games team announced several significant changes at the outset, including the introduction of online In-Affiliate Semifinals and 10 In-Person-Qualifying-Events (IPQEs). Then there’s the upstart World Fitness Project (WFP), which is launching its season and will fight for fan attention.  Well, if the 2025 Mayhem Classic... The post The Mayhem Classic Delivered—and Set the Bar for 2025 appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/io1kE5n via IFTTT

“[Planks] are an exercise lazy people made up to give themselves the illusion they’re training their abs. They’re doing nothing at all,” hypertrophy expert Dr. Mike Israetel said in a recent YouTube video. Is it a hot take? Possibly. But he didn’t stop there. Here are five exercises Dr. Israetel says to avoid, along with better alternatives to... The post Planks Suck; Ab Rollouts Are Better — 5 Exercises You Should Replace for Good appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/vKq47Qw via IFTTT

Protein is the key to muscle gain, but what happens if you consume too much? Will you gain extra muscle or excess fat? In a March 2025 podcast, nutrition expert Thomas DeLauer and nutritional scientist Dr. Layne Norton dissected the facts of protein overconsumption.  You can gain body fat from [protein], but it’s hard to gain fat from overeating protein. It’s a... The post What Happens If You Eat Too Much Protein? appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/n43EOvV via IFTTT

Sam Sulek recently became an IFBB pro bodybuilder after winning the 2025 Arnold Classic Physique Amateur show on Feb. 27 in his home state of Ohio. In early April 2025, the 23-year-old gave a tour of his private gym to his four-plus million YouTube subscribers.  Sulek’s iron paradise is more than a collection of fancy equipment; it’s a... The post Sam Sulek’s Private Gym Prioritizes Tension Curves appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/MNQGxdk via IFTTT

POWERED BY: Since its inception in 2021, athletes have enjoyed PODIUM products, including hydration, creatine, protein, and more, all guided by experience, efficacy, and honesty.  One of PODIUM’s bestsellers is Legacy FUSE, a pre-workout perfectly formulated to help you power through your most challenging workouts. Now, the best has gotten even better with the release of PODIUM’s FUSE 2025... The post PODIUM Drops New Formula for FUSE 2025 Pre-Workout  appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/znXZx6a via IFTTT

“Exercise variation is a real thing,” said Renaissance Periodization (RP) co-founder Dr. Mike Israetel during a recent collaboration with bodybuilder Eric Janicki alongside RP bodybuilding coach Jared Feather. Janicki shared three modified exercises to boost chest growth. “[Eric] makes the hardest part of every exercise harder; it’s impressive,” Feather lauded. 3 Must-Try Chest Exercises  3 Incredible Chest Exercises You Haven’t Seen! Decline... The post 3 Uncommon Must-Try Chest Exercises  appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/pQUFl8d via IFTTT

Classic Physique bodybuilder Wesley Vissers is ready to enter a new growth phase, which means more food and desserts.  In early April 2025, Vissers gave an inside look at his “full day of cheating” in the US, taking his bulking plan to the extreme and racking up 11,294 calories in 24 hours.  How Vissers Got Here Vissers suffered from food poisoning during his... The post Wesley Vissers Starts His Year off From Competition With an 11,000-Calorie Cheat Day appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/C6SnIOf via IFTTT

As the 2025 CrossFit Games season reaches its midpoint with the In-Affiliate Semifinals and In-Person Qualifying Events, the World Fitness Project Tour’s inaugural season is just beginning to heat up. The Pro roster was finalized in early February, with Laura Horvath and Jeff Adler rounding out the list of 20 men and 20 women. The online qualifier for... The post Inaugural WFP Tour Season Takes Shape appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/fUg4Hye via IFTTT

The 2025 Tri-City Classic Pro occurred on Saturday, Apr. 5, in Columbus, GA. Promoter Roland Huff hosted over 50 IFBB Pro League athletes who competed in Classic Physique, Men’s Physique, and Figure competitions. The winners of each category would earn a 2025 Olympia Weekend qualification for their efforts if they had not previously qualified. Those champions were Eric Abelon (Classic Physique), Emmanuel Costa (Men’s Physique), and Sophie Jenkins (Figure). ... The post 2025 Tri-City Classic Pro Results appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/w1qytf2 via IFTTT

On March 24, CrossFit Level 4 coach and British Navy veteran McCoy “Topsy” Turner died after what has been described as “a long and silent battle” with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). Following Turner’s death, his gym, CrossFit Choice in Portsmouth, UK, immediately organized a global memorial workout to raise £42,000 (approximately $54,000 USD). That number is significant as... The post CrossFit Choice Raises £38,000 to Honor Coach McCoy Turner and Support Men’s Mental Health appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/yJwD7HE via IFTTT

Vitalli “Goodvito” Ugolnikov has won the 2025 Arnold South America Pro. He was the best of nine IFBB Professional League bodybuilders who faced off in São Paulo, Brazil, on Saturday, Apr. 5. He has now qualified for the 2025 Mr. Olympia, set for the weekend of Oct. 9-12, in Las Vegas, NV.  Leandro Sencini Peres took silver and... The post 2025 Arnold South America Pro Results appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/rvXpKEJ via IFTTT

The 2025 Europe’s Strongest Man (ESM) contest occurred in Leeds, England, on April 5, 2025. The single-day contest featured 12 athletes representing eight countries, including defending champion Luke Stoltman, battling through five events: Overhead Medley, Shield Carry, Carry & Drag, Deadlift, and Atlas Stones. Luke Richardson of Great Britain scored the overall win with 51 of a possible... The post 2025 Europe’s Strongest Man Results appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/vTCpWIf via IFTTT

Four-time Mr. Olympia Jay Cutler has always had a keen sense of picking the right exercise for the job. The now-retired pro keeps his fitness in check and shares why rope extensions remain a staple in his triceps routine at 51.  The triceps comprise three heads: Jay Cutler’s Triceps-Sculpting Weapon  Cutler programmed rope extensions early in his career to find success against titans of... The post Jay Cutler’s Favorite Triceps Exercise for Serious Growth appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/7jAewrE via IFTTT

The 2025 Mayhem Classic is officially in the books, and Fee Saghafi, Abigail Domit, Austin Hatfield, and Colten Mertens have secured the first roster spots at this August’s CrossFit Games in Albany, NY. These four athletes can now focus on their training and other events while knowing their Games spot is secured.  Hatfield holds a WFP Pro Card... The post 2025 Mayhem Classic Invitational – Results and Recap appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/GaM4zyk via IFTTT

A quiet yet tenacious competitor, Val Voboril has competed at the CrossFit Games six times as an individual and finished on the podium twice, in 2010 and 2013. Voboril was a constant presence at the Games for years, and fans had grown to expect the fourth-grade teacher from California to always be on the roster and make an... The post How Val Voboril Got Her Groove Back and Reignited Her Competitive Fire appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/r9mPwE2 via IFTTT

The 2025 Tri-City Pro, scheduled in Columbus, GA, on Saturday, April 5, 2025, is one of five IFBB Pro League bodybuilding shows on the same weekend. This event features 2025 Olympia qualifying shows for the Classic Physique, Men’s Physique, and Figure divisions. The winners of each contest will be eligible to represent their category at the 2025 Olympia in Las Vegas, NV, on Oct. 9-12,... The post 2025 Tri-City Pro Bodybuilding Show Preview appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/KB4jLSE via IFTTT

The 2025 Triple O Dynasty Pro will occur in Meza, AZ, on Saturday, Apr. 5, 2025. This is the only pro bodybuilding show promoted by three past Olympia champions: eight-time Figure Olympia winner Cydney Gillon, five-time Ms. Olympia Andrea Shaw, and three-time Ms. Fitness Olympia Whitney Jones. The contest features Women’s Bodybuilding and Figure divisions. The winners qualify for the 2025 Olympia, held Oct.... The post 2025 Triple O Dynasty Pro Bodybuilding Show Preview appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/JNo9Y30 via IFTTT

The 2025 Arnold South America takes place on Saturday, April 5, in São Paulo, Brazil. This show will feature a Men’s Open contest and serves as a qualifying show for the 2025 Mr. Olympia, set for Oct. 9-12, in Las Vegas, NV. Past winners of the Arnold South America show include 2019 Mr. Olympia champ Brandon Curry, Kai Greene, Juan... The post 2025 Arnold South America Bodybuilding Show Preview appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/hlpxCqv via IFTTT

Protein, a vital macronutrient of amino acids, is essential for the body to repair tissues, build and grow muscles, and support overall development. Research recommends a daily protein intake of 0.8 grams per kilogram of body weight to meet basic nutritional needs. (1)  Recent trends increasingly advocate for higher protein consumption, leaving many questioning how much is actually necessary.... The post You Might Not Need as Much Protein as You Think appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/psaOI6Q via IFTTT

Muscle-building techniques are evolving rapidly with the latest hypertrophy studies, driving faster progress. Maximizing the stretch, eccentric force, and varying angles seem to be the major culprits.  How do you apply this to your training? In March 2025, elite former bodybuilding coach Hany Rambod emphasized these growth factors during a leg session with amateur bodybuilder Eric Janicki.  I’ve been doing this... The post Building Pro-Bodybuilder-Level Legs With FST-7 Training  appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/n85AIFd via IFTTT

When it comes to Instagram followers, it’s no surprise that the G.O.A.T.s of both men’s and women’s CrossFit, Mat Fraser and Tia-Clair Toomey-Orr, are leading the charts as the two athletes with the largest followings; Toomey-Orr has 2 million, while Fraser has 2.3 million. This prompted us to dig a little deeper, uncovering an intriguing fact: all CrossFit... The post From Likes to Legacy: Why CrossFit OGs Rule Instagram  appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/fwbz6Oo via IFTTT

The familiar sounds of Bill Conti’s “Gonna Fly Now” reverberated through Finland’s Helsinki Ice Hall in September 1992 as 290 pounds of dense, well-defined muscle walked onto the stage. The massive frame belonged to none other than Lou Ferrigno, one of the men who had put bodybuilding on the map in the ’70s. Seventeen years had passed since... The post Lou Ferrigno’s Hulking Comeback at the 1992 Mr. Olympia appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/I3eLlcr via IFTTT

Bodybuilding is the art of using resistance training to build massive and aesthetically pleasing muscles. While the goal is clear, many differing opinions exist on the best approaches to training and nutrition in bodybuilding.  Recently, three experts — Dr. Mike Israetel, Eric Janicki, and Jared Feather — came together to debunk three common bodybuilding myths: 3 Bodybuilding Myths [Related: How Pro Bodybuilding Competitions Work]... The post 3 Bodybuilding Myths You Need to Stop Believing appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/01zrjXG via IFTTT

An athlete since he was 4 years old, Jorge Fernandez participated in various sports before focusing on baseball as he entered adolescence. After experiencing a series of ups and downs, as well as injuries during his time as a collegiate pitcher, Fernandez eventually found his way to his local CrossFit box.  Set to compete this weekend at the... The post Interview: How a Free Week at CrossFit Invictus Changed Jorge Fernandez’s Life appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/ic8YXZk via IFTTT

Bodybuilding has a decades-long following. Many enter contests to pursue a personal fitness goal, but some want to reach the sport’s ultimate stage: the Olympia.  Whether you’re checking off something on a bucket list, aspiring to turn pro, or are a new fan interested in the sport, we have the “101” entry-level course to get educated on the... The post How Pro Bodybuilding Competitions Work appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/eypf5LG via IFTTT

The first two tickets for the 2025 CrossFit Games are up for grabs from April 5-6 at the Mayhem Classic in Cookeville, TN.  Remind me: The Mayhem Classic will be the first of 10 In-Person Qualifying Events (IPQE) in the latest iteration of the frequently changing CrossFit season format.  One final spot will be awarded through the Last... The post 2025 Mayhem Classic Invitational – Preview and Podium Picks appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/ew9r3SV via IFTTT

Swiss athlete Mirjam von Rohr burst onto the CrossFit scene last year, captivating thousands with a first-place finish worldwide in the Open.  Well, she has done it again: Von Rohr clinched the 2025 CrossFit Open with two event victories right out of the gate.  The former elite HYROX athlete has gone all in on CrossFit in hopes of... The post Interview: Mirjam von Rohr Is “All In” on CrossFit, Wins Open for Second Year in a Row appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/8kT5tmN via IFTTT

Creatine, a natural energy source stored in muscle cells, is key to powering high-intensity exercises and heavy lifting. (1) Research indicates that combining creatine supplementation with resistance training can significantly boost muscle growth, enhance mental performance, and increase cellular energy levels. (2) As a result, it has become a popular supplement for enhancing workout performance. Beyond its physical benefits, recent studies... The post Can Creatine Reduce Depression? appeared first on BarBend . from BarBend https://ift.tt/90kfvHn via IFTTT