Derek Lunsford etched his name in bodybuilding record books by becoming the first two-division champion in the 59-year history of the Mr. Olympia contest. Coming off that life-changing victory in Orlando, FL that earned him the most coveted title in the sport and a lucrative $400,000 prize, the 18th member of the exclusive Mr. Olympia […]
We receive free products and receive commissions through our links. See disclosures page. As an ISSA-certified personal trainer with a home gym setup of my own, I believe there are a few essential pieces of equipment you need to succeed in smashing your goals: a reliable barbell, a sturdy squat rack, and a high-quality weight […]
If you’re feeling a little blah about your regular dumbbell workouts, might we suggest adding some kettlebell exercises into the mix? Switching up your load can breathe some new energy into your program—and provide a whole bunch of new options to slot into whatever routine you have on your schedule. That’s because kettlebells are a […]
The former Fitness Olympia champion faces a long recovery. Written by Stephen Sheehan, CPT Last updated on November 16, 2023 After winning the first of two scored rounds in her division, Missy Truscott appeared well on her way to securing her third Fitness Olympia title at the 2023 Olympia. Then the nightmare began. Truscott’s dream […]
There’s been a lot of talk about good vs. bad carbs and plenty of confusion on the topic. Let’s say it once and for all: Carbohydrates aren’t inherently unhealthy. The key is understanding how foods that contain those carbs are produced. The carbs we eat come from plants, and these plants find their way onto […]
There’s nothing more important than sleep for a healthy mind and body — but sometimes, getting enough can prove elusive. Work, friends, family, stress, meal prep, workouts, and late-night Netflix binges can all get in the way of a solid night’s sleep. After so many restless nights you may wonder: How do you catch up on sleep? […]
We receive free products and receive commissions through our links. See disclosures page. From protecting your hands to lifting heavier weights, the solution to finding the best lifting straps is to just randomly pick a pair and get back to your workout, right? Wrong. Straps are way more complicated than they appear. From weight capacity […]
Hypertrophy training is what someone’s searching for if they’re seeking an exercise regimen that can help them gain muscle mass. The process of gaining muscle mass is called hypertrophy. It causes the body’s cells, tissues, or organs to enlarge. It leads to increased myofibril proteins (myofilaments) in each muscle fibre, the cross-sectional area. Muscular hypertrophy […]
Body temperature is a term that represents the naturally occurring temperature range generated by the human body. Any deviation from this range signifies the body’s response to internal issues, potentially arising from factors such as excessive physical exertion, inadequate nutrition, or the presence of an underlying medical condition. The body temperature is a vital part […]
Headaches are a common problem affecting people of all ages and backgrounds. They come with a broad spectrum of symptoms, from the dull, persistent ache of tension headaches to the unbearable pain of migraines. Headaches, whether they take the form of tension, migraines, or clusters, have the potential to inflict intense pain, disrupting daily life […]