fitness

Being a force as an athlete while captivating thousands onstage as a music star is a dream some of us strive for in our lives. Alex Reade of Australian metalcore band Make Them Suffer is trying to be a weightroom replica of Damian Lillard and Deion Sanders—two sports stars who’ve attempted to...

If you plan to set health and fitness goals for 2025, it’s best to leave the “go big or go home” mentality behind. Setting excessively high goals may seem beneficial, but it can leave you feeling overwhelmed and unmotivated. (Raise your hand if this sounds familiar!) “This time of the year is...

Carrie Minter Ebers was aware of the importance of looking good as a young model gracing the covers of glossy magazines like Playboy, Maxim, and Esquire, but her successful foray into the fitness world taught her the value of feeling great on the inside too. M&F caught up with this changemaker...

Andrea Laing’s latest movie, Yule Log 2 was a surprise release from the Adult Swim channel, but her dedication to staying in shape is far less spontaneous. The star recently say down with M&F to discuss her love of fitness, food, and getting out of her comfort zone. Before acting, Andrea Laing...

esGunnar Peterson may call himself “prehistoric,” but this coach, who has gained results from both celebrities and the general public keeps his own energy levels high as a motivated trainer, an ambassador for MitoQ, and a member of The Vitamin Shoppe’s Wellness Council. Searching for some...

The 2024 Olympia Weekend in Las Vegas, NV was about much more than bodybuilding. It was a celebration of fitness and community. The folks that gathered to take part in the annual extravaganza saw and created memories that will last a lifetime. One of those people was Tony Saxby of W.O.L.F...

On Thanksgiving day, gyms around the nation receive lighter footfall while missing members work on getting heavier, but in a classic Instagram clip, this husband-and-wife fitness coaching duo demonstrate that it’s still possible to stay fit without leaving the house this holiday. If you’re brave...

Bobby Rich competed in Judo for Team GB and is a BJJ Blackbelt, but he’s also been gaining headlines as the coach that’s been helping David and Victoria Beckham crush their own PRs. As a fitness and wellness consultant, Rich continues to teach martial arts and has also collaborated with David...

Not everyone who is fat is unfit. But to what extend does staying active protect your life when you are losing the battle of the bulge? Research in this area continues to show that carrying extra pounds can lead to health problems, but no matter your BMI, those that exercise will live longer. A...

Burnout has become an all-too-familiar term, especially among professionals juggling demanding jobs, tight schedules, and personal responsibilities. The constant pressure to perform, meet deadlines, and manage both career and personal life often leads to exhaustion, anxiety, and a feeling of...

From those who are starting their muscle building journey, to those who have been aimlessly coasting along for years, the subject of eating for muscle growth is definitely a conversation starter. There’s a lot of information to digest before you can even think about digesting your food, and then...

United States Army Major David Nixon is a man of many talents and skills. He is also very passionate about the work he does and the difference he can make. One specific focus has stood out for him, though, sleep. He has been devoted to increasing awareness of its importance in general, and...

Ishmael Sandiford, widely known as “The Black Superman” and “The King of Calisthenics,” made history by becoming the first athlete in the world to win both a National Qualifying NPC Bodybuilding show and a Pro Qualifying Calisthenics competition on the same day. This unprecedented achievement...

Even though we are all fans of the gym, most of you might agree that it is challenging to make this a usual daily routine, there is so much on our plates and the gym usually isn’t our first or second priority. But, as we still do want to look good and be healthy, we’ve tried various home workout...

If anyone had any doubts about whether Missy Truscott could return from a catastrophic knee injury, they were quickly put to rest on Friday. The two-time Olympia Fitness champion earned her third Olympia Fitness title with a dominating performance during Friday’s finals of the 2024 Olympia at...

Less than 24 hours after a record-setting press conference and successful Meet the Olympians event, The 2024 Olympia kicks off with Friday morning free judging at the Las Vegas Convention Center. Thousands of fans sat in the seats and stood behind the seating area as their favorite competitors...

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...

It’s a little after noon on a Monday in July, and the UFC Gym in North Brunswick, New Jersey, is uncharacteristically quiet. In walks 6-foot-3 Nick Hexum, the 54-year-old lead singer of 311, duffel bag in hand. He’s got a smile on his face, but his eyes tell a different story: The dude is tired...

Diet culture, nutritional fads, and trending eats—how is anyone supposed to know what’s good for them? The Fitness Group is training professionals to be educated fitness instructors, personal trainers, and nutritional coaches. The institution offers level 4 nutrition courses, which include...

If you’re relying on a simple eyeball test to determine the age of Freddie Quartlebaum, chances are, you’re going to guess wrong every single time. He’s 6’2, 220 pounds, carrying 9% body fat and with an upper body built more like an All-Pro linebacker than a college basketball executive, the...