Haney thinks current demands of the sport are way too risky. Written by Robert Zeglinski Last updated on February 9, 2023 Few people understand what it truly takes to eat, train, and prepare like a dynastic bodybuilding champion. Lee Haney is one of them. With eight consecutive Mr. Olympia titles from 1984-1991, Haney spent nearly […]
If this how Herndon starts 2023, a monster year is likely ahead. Written by Robert Zeglinski Last updated on February 7, 2023 Whenever one checks in on Phillip Herndon, the mammoth powerlifter is likely pulling off some incredible feat of strength. As a usual 110-kilogram competitor, Herndon has amassed a reputation for seemingly impossible displays […]
An inside look at the equipment of a two-time CrossFit Games champ. Written by Robert Zeglinski Last updated on February 6, 2023 In the history of the CrossFit Games, Justin Medeiros has already entered rare air. As the two-time reigning Fittest Man on Earth®, the 23-year-old has joined the legendary Rich Froning Jr. (2011-2014) and […]
Kolb can now count himself as a trailblazing pioneer. Written by Robert Zeglinski Last updated on February 6, 2023 When it comes to some of the most powerful lifts in recorded history, powerlifter Jimmy Kolb now stands alone. On Feb. 4, 2023, during the 2023 International Powerlifting Association (IPA) Hillbilly Havoc in Hurricane, WV, Kolb […]
A deserved honor for an all-time great. Written by Robert Zeglinski Last updated on February 3, 2023 Hafthor Björnsson is best known in the strength sports world for his stellar work with Atlas Stones, log lifts, and deadlifts. Such a steadfast commitment to the former 2018 World’s Strongest Man champion’s strength work has earned him […]
Valliere thinks it doesn’t make sense to keep the class around anymore. Written by Robert Zeglinski Last updated on February 3, 2023 From the end of 2022 to the start of 2023, various notable figures in and around bodybuilding have had frank thoughts about the state of the sport. There was the iconic Arnold Schwarzenegger […]
Terry is packing on muscle in his own unique way. Written by Robert Zeglinski Last updated on February 2, 2023 Bodybuilder Ryan Terry entered the 2022 Olympia with hopes of a landmark victory. Unfortunately, while he brought his personal best to the stage, the Men’s Physique competitor and 2016 Olympia runner-up would fall short, dropping […]
A rising superstar, those close to Jacked think he’s ready to dominate. Written by Robert Zeglinski Last updated on February 2, 2023 When a constellation of some of bodybuilding’s biggest stars align at the 2023 Arnold Classic (AC), most will understand who to point their “telescope” toward. Some of the usual suspects like 2021 AC […]
Franklin is prepared to move forward after his challenging decision. Written by Robert Zeglinski Last updated on February 2, 2023 Before the onset of the annual Olympia, there is often a small spate of surprising last-minute withdrawals. One of the bodybuilders who surprisingly bowed out of the 2022 iteration was Classic Physique competitor Logan “The […]
Elssbiay’s coming off one of the biggest disappointments of his career. Under the right circumstances, he could bounce back. Written by Robert Zeglinski Last updated on February 1, 2023 Former two-time Mr. Olympia (2020-2021) Mamdouh “Big Ramy” Elssbiay entered the 2022 edition of the contest with high hopes. Should he have come out on top, […]