2022 World’s Strongest Man Loading Race Results — Hooper’s Speed Sends Shockwaves
Muscle "Myth", Busted — Here Are the Best Lower Chest Workouts for Bodybuilding
Men’s Open Bodybuilder Evan Centopani Says "The Odds Are I’m Not Competing Again"
American bodybuilder Evan Centopani made a name for himself in the sport with impressive proportions, a balanced physique, and supplement deals with brands like Animal Pak. And on May 20, 2021, Centopani announced … Read more
Andy Black Replaces Pa O’Dwyer at 2022 World’s Strongest Man
On the evening of May 23, 2022, the World’s Strongest Man announced on Instagram that Irishman Pa O’Dwyer is officially out of the contest, and alternate Andy Black of the United Kingdom is … Read more
Can Statistics Make CrossFit More Fair? (w/Tyler Watkins)
Today I’m talking to accountant, stats guru, and CrossFitter Tyler Watkins. He’s on a mission to help identify where competitive CrossFit — which is still a very, very young sport — can level … Read more
Pro Bodybuilder Joe Mackey Deadlifts 850 Pounds at Iron Wars VI
On Friday, May 20th, 2022, IFBB Pro League bodybuilder Joe Mackey took to the powerlifting platform at C.T. Fletcher’s Iron Wars VI. Mackey thrilled the crowd watching by deadlifting 385.6 kilograms (850 pounds). The … Read more
2022 World’s Strongest Man — Group Stage Predictions
The groups for the 2022 World’s Strongman Man (WSM) Qualifying Groups have been announced, and speculation about which strongmen will earn their way to the Final is underway. The six strongmen in each … Read more
Rhianon Lovelace Breaks the British Raw Deadlift Record with a 241-Kilogram (530-Pound) Lift
When you can pull weight like 2018 World’s Strongest Woman Rhianon Lovelace, you can roll into a powerlifting meet and set a world record without peaking for competition. On the weekend of May … Read more
How to Use Weightlifting Straps to Gain Strength and Make Progress
When practicing weightlifting, things can get a bit heavy-handed. Moving a barbell necessitates tons of pulling, which means having a respectable level of grip strength. Your hands have a lot of responsibility in … Read more
2022 World’s Strongest Man Groups Announced
The first mystery of the 2022 World’s Strongest Man (WSM) has been solved. The WSM promoters announced the groups of athletes who will face off from May 24-29, 2022, in Sacramento, CA, to determine … Read more
How to Watch the 2022 World’s Strongest Man — Behind-the-Scenes Coverage and Results
The 45th edition of the World’s Strongest Man competition is scheduled to take place the week of May 24-29, 2022 at Capitol Mall in downtown Sacramento, CA. 30 of the world’s greatest strongmen … Read more
Indian Wrestling Legend & Strongman Gama Pehlwan Featured in Google Doodle
The Sunday Google Doodle looks a bit brawnier than normal. The drawing, created by artist Vrinda Zaveri, portrays Ghulam Mohammad Baksh Butt, aka Gama Pehlwan — one of India’s greatest wrestlers. Published on … Read more
2022 Syndicate Crown CrossFit Semifinals Results and Recap — Who is Heading to the Games?
The opening weekend of the 2022 CrossFit Semifinals saw 80 individual athletes and 60 teams throwing down across three continents. On May 20-22, 2022 the Torian Pro took place in Brisbane, Australia while … Read more
2022 Torian Pro CrossFit Semifinals Full Results and Recap
Things are heating up down under. Over the course of the weekend of May 20-22, 2022, many of the best athletes in CrossFit partook in the 2022 Torian Pro CrossFit Semifinal. The Oceanic … Read more
2022 CrossFit Lowlands Throwdown Semifinal Full Results and Recap
CrossFit is back in action. Last year’s Lowlands Throwdown was virtual, so hearing the roar of the crowd as athletes from all around the world came together to compete was a next-level experience, … Read more
Build a Titanic Torso with These Bodybuilding Chest & Back Workouts
Some pairings just make sense. For bodybuilders — aspiring or professional alike — it’s stuff like whey protein and whole milk. Biceps and board shorts at the beach. Ab work and cardio. Certain … Read more
Terrence Ruffin Shares Back Workout and Training Mistakes to Avoid
Two-time Arnold Classic winner Terrence Ruffin is a force to be reckoned with on stage. He proved as much in his last few bodybuilding appearances. His talent for posing has only aided him … Read more
Reigning 212 Olympia Champ Derek Lunsford Shares Physique Update; Hits Vacuum Pose
Reigning 212 Olympia champion Derek Lunsford shared a physique update on May 26, 2022, demonstrating an impressive vacuum pose. The 28-year-old Indiana native has spent the better part of this year prepping his … Read more
How to Watch the 2022 IWF European Weightlifting Championships
One of the biggest regional competitions in the sport of weightlifting is set to kick off in a matter of days. Beginning in earnest on May 28, 2022, the International Weightlifting Federation‘s (IWF) … Read more
What is EMOM Training? How to Do It and Why You Should
When you think of building endurance as a strength athlete, you might well be filled with dread. That’s understandable if you’re the kind of person who loves barbells but loathes endless hours of … Read more
2022 World’s Strongest Man Day Three Results — Thompson’s Travesty Tacky
The last day of the Qualifying stage at the 2022 World’s Strongest Man (WSM) contest is in the books and the Final roster is set. The 10 athletes who advanced to the Final … Read more
2022 World’s Strongest Man Stone-Off Results — Final Roster Announced
The final event of the 2022 World’s Strongest Man (WSM) Qualifying stage has come to a close. Five Stone-Offs between each of the five groups’ second and third-place finishers determined who would join … Read more
2022 Mr. Olympia Contender Hunter Labrada Drinks 4 Out of His 6 Daily Meals
Men’s Open bodybuilder Hunter Labrada is in the heat of off-season preparing for his next Mr. Olympia competition in December 2022. And while eating — and eating often — is par for the … Read more
2022 World’s Strongest Man Wrecking Ball Hold Results — Felix Scores World Record
Day Three of the 2022 World’s Strongest Man (WSM) contest began with layers upon layers of drama. All five groups had athletes already clinch first place to secure a spot in the Final: … Read more
Put Your Best Foot Forward With the Lunge to Gain More Muscle & Leg Strength
The lunge — arguably one of the best lower body exercises you can do in the gym — builds leg muscle, strength, and coordination. Few movements are as adaptable and easy to program … Read more
Nick Walker Approaches 300 Pounds During Off-Season Ahead of 2022 Mr. Olympia
Reigning Arnold Classic champion Nick Walker is one of the fastest rising stars in the sport. The Men’s Open bodybuilder shared a physique update on May 25, 2022, and is still adding muscle … Read more
2022 World’s Strongest Man Day Two Results — Stoltman Brothers, Hooper, Licis & Novikov Clinch Their Groups
Day Two of the 2022 World’s Strongest Man (WSM) contest has come to a close, and the Final is already taking shape. All five Qualifying groups have mathematically locked winners, with the Wrecking … Read more
2022 World’s Strongest Man Log Lift Results — Boudreault and Luke Stoltman Hit Double Digits
The last event of Day Two of the 2022 World’s Strongest Man (WSM) contest was the Log Lift — the forte of many strongmen still in contention for the Final, including Rob Kearney, … Read more
CrossFit CFO Alison Andreozzi Appointed as Interim Chief of the Organization
On Wednesday, May 25, 2022, it was announced that CrossFit‘s Chief Financial Officer Alison Andreozzi has been appointed to the position of Interim Chief of CrossFit. CrossFit confirmed the news to BarBend in an … Read more