bodybuilding

The sport of bodybuilding, for many people, is often quite hardcore. By that, we mean it may be extreme and all-consuming. However a different way to look at hardcore bodybuilding is building bulk and muscle tone in the normal way not including the advantage of artificial hormones including...

In body building patience can be said to be the greatest virtue that any one in bodybuilding should follow. This is because the practice is not a one day event and everyone wishing to join must be ready for a life time routine whether he likes it or not. Many people fail and quit in body...

Hey, if Arnold Schwarzenegger does something I want to know about it! That is why I want to know about Isometrics! Isometric workouts were part of the reason for the Austrian Oaks success! Isometric Exercise, Arnold Schwarzenegger and Bodybuilding By Frank Sherrill What do Isometric...

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...

Most bodybuilding supplements contain creatine. This compound has been lauded by most nutritional experts in the body building regimen as an absolutely essential supplement for bulking up muscles. Most people however buy supplements expecting miraculous results. That is because manufacturers and...

We've all see bodybuilding workout plans designed to boost your bench press by X amount in 2 weeks, or add 15 pounds of beef to your frame in Y weeks, or put 2 inches on your arms in just Z days. However, there are so many factors that go into the creation and implementation of such workouts...

Going professional in bodybuilding is not a very easy task as most people might think. There are many bodybuilders who have been wondering what it takes for a person to become a professional bodybuilder. If you are one of those persons then today is your lucky day because I will share with you...

If you've ever seen a bodybuilding event or images of bodybuilding competitors right before, during, or after a competition, you will know that they don't resemble the average person at all—in a positive way. They appear golden in the shade, more muscular, diced, and possibly dehydrated. The...

Many bodybuilders have reached legendary status in the sport, but some of the most well-known and influential legends of bodybuilding are: Arnold Schwarzenegger is perhaps the most well-known bodybuilder of all time. He won the Mr. Universe title when he was 20 years old and went on to win...

Will Brink, January 3, 2019, Articles, Brinkisms And Other Stuff, Strength Training, Training Programs, 17 If there’s one group of strength athletes that seems to be stuck in the late 60s -70s when it comes to their training approach, it’s bodybuilders. Some might argue bodybuilders are...

People often contend that Mr. Olympia competitors are simply genetically gifted and they take large amounts of performance-enhancing drugs (PEDs) so everything else they do is immaterial and subsequently swept under the rug. While I would be foolish to dismiss the significant role of genetics...

When I was coming up in this industry I had a handful of people that inspired me, influenced me, and helped me believe in my abilities. Many of these individuals had done something in the industry that was noteworthy, positive, impressive, or highly regarded. When someone whom you look up to...

Can you stay healthy while pursuing your Bodybuilding dream? Can you reach a high level, whether Professional or top amateur status for years on end while still staying in ideal health? That is not the easiest question to answer unfortunately. There are several things to consider when...

Posing is a fundamental aspect of bodybuilding that every competitor should be working on. All of that hard work athletes put in is verified by the way the body is presented when facing the judges. No one knows more about this than IFBB Pro League women’s bodybuilder Janeen Lankowski, who has...

As one of the top names in the IFBB, Logan Franklin reflects on how his life and bodybuilding career have changed since having a son with his fiancé Marissa. The love for your child is a powerful thing, and Logan uses this as his new “why” as he continues his bodybuilding journey. Brought to you...

On Sept. 14, 2022, the world of bodybuilding and fitness lost a pioneer and icon. Bill Pearl died at the age of 91. No official cause of death was revealed, but his wife, Judy, shared that he was struggling with Parkinson’s Disease at the time of his passing. He had also been recovering from a...

The Bodybuilding Journey gets to know athletes of the IFBB and the struggles they overcame to get to the coveted Olympia stage! Lee Labrada came to the United States from Cuba at a young age. After growing up as a poor immigrant, Lee implemented the work ethic and deep family values he learned...

Looking to switch up your training routine? Maximize performance, strength, and body composition with this 6-week high-intensity functional bodybuilding program. WORKOUT SUMMARY Main Goal Build Muscle Workout Type Split Training Level Intermediate Program Duration6 weeks Days Per Week 5 Time...

Out of the 11 IFBB Pro League divisions, the men’s wheelchair division may be the most inspirational of them all. These competitors are able to train hard and prepare for competitions in spite of physical setbacks that would stop many others from even trying. Bradley Betts is one of those...

Fans and athletes that are involved in bodybuilding should pay attention when a panel of legends get together because the gems of wisdom that are shared can be beneficial for many years to come. Dennis James recently gathered such a panel for a recent episode of The Menace Podcast. Chris...