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Female athletes and active women require adequate nutrition for optimal health and performance. Check out these 9 vitamins and supplements all women should take! By now, you’re probably well aware that your body needs vitamins and minerals to you’re your body strong and healthy. Experts agree...

Nichole Ohrablo talks about ideal nutritional supplementation for women. Supplements should be included to fill in the holes of a good diet. NPC Fitness competitor, Trainer and Lifestyle & Conditioning Coach Nichole Ohrablo talks about ideal nutritional supplementation for women. Take a hard...

Chest day isn’t just for men on Monday anymore, just like cardio isn’t just a “women’s routine.” This concept applies to all muscle groups and exercises. And while it’s no surprise that weight training is a game-changer for the female physique, there are common neglected muscle groups that often...

Crack Open the Bedtime Snacks Ladies! Physically active women who have foresworn bedtime snacks should feel no fear cracking open the cupboards after sundown for a protein-rich treat, according to new Florida State University-led research. In a study of women weight lifters, nutrition...

The Food That Intensifies Male Orgasms Want to improve your sexual health? Here's the one food you need to eat every day, according to science. Women with higher levels of Vitamin D3 enjoy sex more than women who are low in Vitamin D3. They experience more desire and more intense orgasms...

The number of articles online reassuring women that upping their dumbbell weight will not morph their feminine physique into a She-Hulk speaks volumes. Although over the years more women have gravitated to the weightroom, the misconceptions surrounding women and weights continues to make its...

Many bodybuilding and fitness fans know Jake Wood as the owner of the Olympia. Thanks to efforts of Wood along with his team, the Olympia has reached a new level of prestige, size, and awareness. Bodybuilding may be more aware of Jake Wood now, but he was aware of bodybuilding long before he...

Over the years, as I was shooting photos for magazines like Muscle & Fitness and Flex, particularly of the newly emerging phenomenon of female bodybuilding, I also saw the potential of creating fine art photos of these incredible bodies. In the many years since photography was invented, almost...

The world of female fitness is completely cluttered with myths. So many that the chance of an article debunking them all is slim to none. With that said, I’ve done my best to put together a decent sized list of some of the top myths that are preventing you from being fit. In all honesty, when...

Workout Description Women’s training isn’t that different from men’s training – despite what some publications would have you believe. In fact, the same principles apply when it comes to developing lean muscle and burning body fat. Prioritizing weight training helps shape the body. And getting...

Why Women Should Train Legs Muscle Fiber Recruitment The biggest issue with the exercises I listed above is that they stimulate far fewer muscle fibers than compound movements. By incorporating compound lifts into your workout program in place of some of the current isolation movements such as...

When it comes to female specific training, there are more myths and misconceptions than in any other aspect of the health and fitness industries. But it’s about time we break down the mental and physical barriers leaving women victim of the female fitness industry complex. We are absolutely...

Below is a full body workout routine for tall girls. Tall, in this article, would be best described as 5’10 or taller. If you’re shorter than this, you are still more than welcome to give the program a shot if you like the layout and exercise selection. Editor's Note: Make sure you’re doing all...

Workout Description When it comes to training athletes who are women or being a woman who weight trains, it’s tricky to find good information to accomplish your goals. There are those who are in the camp that women’s training is no different than any other form of weight training, and to an...

Deadlifts. They are by far one of the best exercises for producing overall strength. But even more than that, they can even help you improve your physical appearance too. So, before we get into the meat of this article, I want to explain why women in particular should do deadlifts on a regular...

There are two opposing camps when it comes to the question of whether women should train like men. On one end of the spectrum, there are people who say that women should spend their time doing aerobic activities—like running and yoga—and leave the heavy lifting for men. The argument is that...

Fit Rockstar show host Isabelle Turell has a great eye for talent in women’s bodybuilding. When she sees someone that has potential to make an impact, she will encourage that athlete to go for it. One woman that fits that description is Women’s Physique competitor Angela Yeo. Yeo has competed...

Bodybuilding and physique shows are all about the muscle and how the body looks, but there is a big mental aspect as well. Don’t believe me? Ask reigning Ms. Olympia Andrea Shaw, and she will validate that statement. In fact, she spoke with Isabelle Turrell on this week’s episode of the “Fit...

There are a total of 11 pro divisions that hold contests at the Olympia in the IFBB Pro League. One of the great benefits of having so many divisions is that more athletes are eligible to participate should they qualify as professionals. This also means that if an athlete desires, he or she can...

The world of fitness encompasses many athletes who have had to overcome adversities to achieve triumph. Each story has its own way of inspiring others to move forward and be their best. Serena Settlemier and Sara Hurrle are two athletes who are very familiar with both the highs and lows that...