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Brandon Curry went into the 2022 Arnold Classic with hopes of joining Kevin Levrone, Flex Wheeler, Jay Cutler, Kai Greene, Dexter Jackson, Branch Warren, and WIlliam Bonac as the only multi-time Arnold winners in the 34-year history of the contest. Not only did he do it, but he had to hold off a...

Named after the most famous and arguably the greatest bodybuilder of all-time, the Arnold Classic was an instant hit when it debuted in 1989. Legendary bodybuilder, actor, and politician Arnold Schwarzenegger partnered up with Jim Lorimer for what would be some of the sport’s most unforgettable...

It’s hard to believe that prior to 2019, Brandon Curry was seen as a bodybuilding journeyman. The 2008 NPC USA Overall champion had a few pro wins up to that point, most notably the 2013 Arnold Classic South America. But, he was never perceived to be among the elite of the sport. Curry was even...

Bodybuilding is an international sport. Competitors can come from all over the world and make a positive impact. You can see proof of that statement right at the top of the sport in the form of Mr. Olympia Mamdouh “Big Ramy” Elssbiay. Samson Dauda is originally from Nigeria, but he calls the...

It goes without saying that it’s a tremendous honor to spend any amount of time talking with the legendary Arnold Schwarzenegger. But there’s always something incredibly cool about getting to talk training with the greatest bodybuilder of all-time. To hear how he trained, why he trained, and...

Of all the reasons Arnold Schwarzenegger is considered a legend – and there are certainly many – the Arnold Press, a shoulder exercise named after the Austrian Oak, is one that every gym rat has performed. As a guy who has loved the gym for as long as I can remember, that’s a definite sign of...

He was a powerlifting champion, won 7 Mr. Olympia titles, dominated Hollywood for decades, was elected governor of California, and has a fitness weekend named after. Make no mistake, Arnold Schwarzenegger will go down as not only one of the greatest bodybuilders of all time, but as someone who...

It goes without saying that it’s a tremendous honor to spend any amount of time talking with the legendary Arnold Schwarzenegger. But there’s always something incredibly cool about getting to talk training with the greatest bodybuilder of all-time. To hear how he trained, why he trained, and...

How many of us have seen Pumping Iron? No doubt almost anyone who has been a fan of bodybuilding has watched it at least once. It’s Bodybuilding 101, and if you’re new to bodybuilding or fitness, find a copy and watch it now. You’ll be glad you did. For generations, Pumping Iron has inspired...

Bodybuilding is a highly competitive sport that is growing in popularity every single day. Without a shadow of a doubt, one of the most exciting things about bodybuilding is the anticipation leading up to each show. You know which athletes are going to be competing several months in advance, but...

The Austrian oak, Arnold Schwarzenegger has al;ways been driven by success. It is part of the reason he is probably the most iconic bodybuilder of all time. Classic Bodybuilding, Success Driven Arnold Schwarzenegger By Sharon Aguirre There are icons that are identified in every game...

The goal of every athlete in the IFBB Pro League is to be the best, or at least among the best in his or her division. One sign of positive progress is if you get invited to compete at the Arnold Classic. IFBB Bikini Pro Romina Basualdo will be gracing that stage for the third time when she...

Isometric Exercise, Arnold Schwarzenegger and Bodybuilding By Frank Sherrill What do Isometric Exercise, Arnold Schwarzenegger and Bodybuilding all have in common? You may be surprised to learn that Isometrics has been used in bodybuilding workout routines since it was first discovered. Arnold...

The latest episode of “The Menace Podcast” was a first for host Dennis James. He had talked to featured guest Dennis Wolf many times, but James said this will be the first time that he had a full conversation with the 2014 Arnold Classic Champion in English. Wolf and James both grew up in...

In bodybuilding, it can be hard to be known as the first to do something important. If you’re the first bodybuilder or physique athlete to accomplish something in this sport, you stand out. Rich Gaspari is considered a bodybuilding legend, in part because he is the first Arnold Classic Champion...

Cedric McMillan was unable to compete at the 2020 Mr. Olympia contest this past December due to suffering numerous injuries as a result of a bicycle accident. Among those injuries were a broken collarbone, hip, and ankle. He also suffered dislocated fingers in one of his hands. The 2017 Arnold...

We lost a historic figure in the bodybuilding world when Gene Mozee died in Santa Monica on July 4th, age 82, as a result of heart disease. Gene had been in failing health for quite some time. But, thankfully, before he passed, he went to his archives and retrieved some of his most iconic photos...

Over the past five decades, the question has been asked: “How can I get my arms to look like Arnold’s?” In short, you can’t. Just as you were born with your own unique set of genetic attributes, so was Arnold, and among his was the DNA for a stunning set of pipes. That said, all hope isn’t...

Sure, Arnold Schwarzenegger’s arms routine helped create the physique that is still considered by many to be bodybuilding’s greatest ever, but knocking it out three days a week for the majority of us is a bit, well, excessive. Here’s some advice for making the routine more feasible: Arnold...

Arnold’s arm training can be broken down and discussed in terms of macro principles (sets, reps, and any other non-exercise-specific practices) and micro principles (specific exercise technique). If you haven’t already, check out our piece on Arnold’s arm training philosophy. As you can...