The title is Cooper’s first Universe victory. Written by Chris Colucci Last updated on September 26, 2023 The World Natural Bodybuilding Federation (WNBF) held one of its most recognizable contests of the year, the Pro Universe, on Sept. 23, 2023. The Pro Universe is held in high esteem by many fans of the sport, largely […]
The former bodybuilding champion reveals his plans for the future. Written by Stephen Sheehan, CPT Last updated on September 25, 2023 Although the 2023 Mr. Olympia contest will boast plenty of star power, one of the biggest names in the sport will not be making an appearance at the biggest bodybuilding show of the year. […]
The former World’s Strongest Man has a new outlook on competing. Written by Stephen Sheehan, CPT Last updated on September 22, 2023 Hafthor Björnsson sent a clear message to the strength sports world by announcing he will shift his focus from powerlifting to competing in strongman again. The 2018 World’s Strongest Man and three-time winner […]
Coming off a second-place finish in his Men’s Open debut, Derek Lunsford has his sights set on knocking defending champion Hadi Choopan off his throne at the 2023 Mr. Olympia. The former 212 Olympia winner (2021) boasts one of the best physiques in the sport, particularly when it comes to his upper body. With just […]
Fort Worth will be new host city. Written by Stephen Sheehan, CPT Last updated on September 20, 2023 For the first time in their nearly 20-year existence, the CrossFit Games will take place in the Lone Star State. Dickies Arena, located in Fort Worth, Texas, will host the 2024 CrossFit Games, according to a series […]
The four-time Mr. Olympia put his hamstrings to the test during an epic leg day. Written by Stephen Sheehan, CPT Last updated on September 19, 2023 In search of his fifth straight Mr. Olympia victory, Chris Bumstead is just over six weeks away from defending his crown at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, […]
After wrapping up 2022 with four contest appearances over an eight-week period, natural pro bodybuilder Alberto Núñez transitioned into a well-earned offseason. His competitive season began with a championship win at the 2022 World Natural Bodybuilding Federation (WNBF) Pro Universe in September and ended with fifth place at the the 2022 WNBF World Championships in […]
Many world-class competitors are die-hard athletes who dreamed about winning championship titles for years. Amy Bream isn’t one of them. A self-admitted “non-athlete” for the majority of her life, Bream spent her younger years studying music rather than playing sports. However, when circumstances unexpectedly aligned, she saw an opportunity to channel her competitive spirit into […]
Browner continues to showcase his dominant pulling. Written by Chris Colucci Last updated on September 11, 2023 Jamal Browner has made a name for himself as a powerlifter collecting competitive victories and World Records, particularly showcasing his deadlift prowess. On Sept. 2, 2023, he explored the challenge of a new strength sport by competing at […]
Lyon broke barriers for women’s physiques. Written by Chris Colucci Last updated on September 10, 2023 In the 1970s, many women were still reluctant to lift weights due to its association with heavily muscled physiques. But in 1979, with her win at the very first International Federation of Bodybuilding (IFBB) women’s bodybuilding contest — the […]