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The classic pushup will never go out of style, but it can get dull, especially for those able to knock out a few sets of 20 or more reps with relative ease. However, many excellent variations exist, including the one with the coolest exercise name ever, the TRX Atomic Pushup. This isn’t just your garden-variety pushup. It’s a full-body move that leverages the instability of TRX suspension to increase the intensity of the traditional pushup. It’s great for those who thrive on intensity and...

The measure of a healthy diet has long been up for debate, but the old staple of following a specific calorie intake, or making sure that you eat the right ratio of proteins, fats, and carbs, should also be joined by a consideration of how much of the food that you eat is pro-inflammatory and the benefits of an anti-inflammatory diet, suggest scientists at Ohio State University. Here’s what you need to know. Those of us who complete regular exercise sessions and want to try and make sure...

Rapid drop-catch training is a unique way to help elevate your fitness routine. It’s an effective, yet underutilized method that incorporates exercises that are designed to improve quickness and stability. It not only helps builds strength but also enhances your body’s ability to respond to sudden changes. By preparing your muscles and nervous system to react faster and move more efficiently, you can improve coordination, power, and fitness across the board, setting the foundation for peak...

The Olympia stage is where dreamers become contenders, contenders evolve into champions, and champions transition to legends. The 60th edition of Joe Weider’s Olympia Fitness and Performance Weekend featured all the above and then some. Fans that watched the action live on pay-per-view or in attendance from the amazing Resorts World Theater were fortunate enough to see past champions be honored, present champions own the big stage, and future champions were inspired by all of the above. Many...

1. Despite the addition of numerous divisions and weight classes since the Olympia’s inception in 1965, only the winner of the open bodybuilding competition can claim the title of “Mr. Olympia.” 2. The first Joe Weider’s Mr. Olympia competition was held on September 18, 1965, at the Brooklyn Academy of Music in Brooklyn, NY. Shutterstock 3. Larry Scott was crowned the first Mr. Olympia. Literally “crowned” – the original first-place trophy was a jeweled crown. Scott won again in 1966...

Let’s say 99% of people who lift want bigger arms, and the other 1% are just lying to themselves, can making gains to your guns be achieved without bogarting the squat rack with curls? Maybe! If you’re looking for a way to build size in your biceps and triceps without adding unnecessary stress to your upper body joints, you only need one piece of equipment: the resistance band. Bands are perfect for lifters pushed for time or anyone working out at home because they can deliver a workout...

Our body relies on electricity and electromagnetics for many processes to work optimally. Not the kind, however, that keeps our homes well-lit and our phones charged, but one that’s more subtle on the surface yet meaningful on the cellular level. Pulsed electromagnetic frequency (PEMF) therapies have made their way into sports team recovery rooms, longevity clinics, biohacking centers, and even residential settings. Its purpose? To provide just the right amount of cellular “hormetic” stress...

Adventures keep you young. They provide excitement, motivation, and something to look forward to. So take that trip, go on that adventure, and stay fit in the process. You’ll find that the journey itself is the key to a healthier, happier you, no matter your age. Sometimes however, leaving the comfort of your home gym or neighborhood training facility leave many people struggling to maintain any type of consistent training program. That doesn’t need to be the case. With a solid program, you...

In bodybuilding, Joe Weider’s Olympia is the ultimate proving ground. With the Mr. Olympia bodybuilding competition looming on the horizon, we look at 13 legendary bodybuilders. Men who seized the opportunity of a lifetime, immortalized their names, and in the process, helped us remember that greatness endures. Olympia history is real-life drama unfolding right then and there, unscripted and unexpected that brings us to our feet and makes us say, “Yeah, I was there. I saw it. I remember.”...

In the hallowed halls of bodybuilding, there’s no prize more coveted, no symbol more iconic than the Sandow Trophy. Hoisted triumphantly overhead by legends like Arnold Schwarzenegger, Lee Haney, Dorian Yates, Ronnie Coleman, and Jay Cutler, this majestic statue is a tribute to a pioneer of the sport: Eugen Sandow. The Embodiment of Bodybuilding The Sandow Trophy’s journey mirrors the evolution of bodybuilding itself. The first trophy, a gold-plated statuette awarded at Sandow’s 1901 “The...

Eryn Henry, Financial Professional at Rise North Capital and CrossFit athlete is what you’d call untraditional in the financial world. Her holistic approach to helping young people, like herself, meet their financial goals with the mindset that “health is wealth” differentiates her from others—backed by a tax-free saving plan. How many times have you been told to prioritize your physical health, either by doctors, fitness coaches, or family members? As a competitive soccer player myself...

If you were to pay a trainer, nutritionist, or coach to help you reach your fitness goals, then you would have to invest in that expert to help you. Imagine how much it would cost to hire someone that is established as one of the premiere experts in the world. The cost would increase significantly. What if you were able to sit in the same room with many of those experts and learn from all of them in one weekend? That is exactly what Michael Palmieri of Dominate Your Game has done, and you...

M&F first checked in with rock frontman Chris Daughtry back in 2013. The Grammy-nominated, multi-platinum rock artist was already deeply immersed in gym culture, proudly showcasing a chiseled physique after shedding his self-proclaimed “skinny fat” phase from a few years prior. At 33, he was in the best shape of his life, and his band, Daughtry, was gearing up to release their fourth studio album, “Baptized.” He was living the dream. Eleven years on, Daughtry, now 44, still thrives as a...

Every sport has its pinnacle — the ultimate test. In bodybuilding, that apex is unequivocally the Olympia. For the last 60 years, the Mr. Olympia competition has reigned supreme, crowning the undisputed kings of physique development every year since 1965. Only two iconic sporting events — the Super Bowl and NBA Finals — can stand toe to toe with the Olympia in terms of its enduring, uninterrupted, 60-year legacy. Yet, the Mr. Olympia title isn’t just about longevity; it’s about exclusivity...

If you’re feeling stuck and seeking a unique challenge, there’s the Spartan Death Race. You likely won’t finish this brutal event, but in the process, you’ll learn to embrace discomfort, confront self-doubt, and unlock a resilience you never knew you had. Prepare to face 70 hours of relentless physical and mental trials, from hauling logs up mountains to memorizing poetry while you’re wet, cold, and sleep-deprived. Courtesy of Spartan What The Death Race Is and Isn’t The misconception is...

Squats, deadlifts, strict press, bench, and pull up. They often are (and should be) staples in your routine around which the rest of your program should circulate. This article isn’t about that. It’s about the parts you don’t notice, the weaker points that you have allowed to atrophy. It’s helpful to remind ourselves that no two bodies are created equal. On top of this, every single strength coach is yet to see a body that’s in “perfect balance.” Whether it’s something as particular as a...

Federal authorities made the first arrest in the case of the New England Compounding Center, a Massachusetts-based drug maker whose tainted steroid pain medication killed dozens of people across the country in 2012. The authorities said they arrested Glenn Adam Chin, 46, the head pharmacist at the company, at Logan International Airport in Boston as he was about to board a flight to Hong Kong, according to Carmen M. Ortiz, a United States attorney. Investigators said they moved quickly...

The body’s broadest muscle is also one of the hardest to feel working. Collect your gold star on the way out if you guessed the lats or the latissimus dorsi. Some lifters find it challenging to form a mind-muscle connection with their lats because they are often used with other muscles when training hard and heavy. Many great exercises target the lats but also involve the forearms, biceps, posterior delts, and the upper back. But when you take those muscles out of the equation, you’ll feel...

Widely regarded as one of the very best international war reporters, Trey Yingst is the Chief Foreign Correspondent for FOX News. The 31-year-old says he has a passion for relaying information in a way that tells the stories of the people on the ground rather than pushing a one-sided political agenda. His work to bring us testimony and pictures from some of the world’s most unstable locations cannot be underestimated in it’s importance. But for Yingst, each day presents a very real risk to...

When it comes to building functional strength and explosive power, most people focus on exercises like deadlifts, squats, and presses. But to truly maximize your performance, you need to start thinking in 360 degrees. Rotational exercises allow you to train in multiple planes of motion, mimicking real-life movements like twisting, turning, and pivoting. Whether you’re an athlete or just looking to improve your overall strength and stability, adding rotational exercises to your workout...