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There’s a solid chance that when NewsNation Decision Desk 2024 completes its seven-hour broadcast early Wednesday morning, Chris Cuomo still won’t be certain who our next president will be. If so, while many states will still be counting ballots the next day, news media’s most powerfully built...

In the world of powerlifting, the three events of squats, bench presses, and deadlifts are like three powerful steeds, leading countless fitness enthusiasts and athletes to challenge themselves and pursue the limits of strength. I. Squats Squats mainly train the lower limb muscle groups...

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...

You know how it is. You picked something up that fought back and won. Or maybe you fell and broke a bone. Maybe you threw out your back. Perhaps you just woke up one day with “mystery pain.” But one way or another, at some point in your life, you’ve found yourself injured and unable to do the...

In the realm of Body Building, the role of carbohydrates has long been a subject of debate. Once, they were regarded as the "enemy" by some, who were worried that excessive carbohydrate intake would lead to weight gain and fat accumulation, thus affecting fitness results. However, with a deeper...

In the present era, the rapid development of technology is profoundly transforming various fields, and the body building field is no exception. The future path of Body Building is bound to be closely integrated with technology and innovation, bringing brand-new experiences and more remarkable...

In the realm of fitness, there exists a group of individuals who, with their extraordinary perseverance, unwavering pursuit, and astonishing physiques, have become legendary. They are the Body Building giants, penning their magnificent tales with sweat and struggle. Arnold Schwarzenegger is...

As the chairman of Matchroom Sport, Eddie Hearn has overseen many legendary battles in the boxing ring, but a recent opportunity to grace the cover of a fitness magazine gave him the motivation that he needed to reverse the effects of long days in the office and late nights at ringside. Now, one...

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...

We’re only as strong as our weakest links, really – so it’s in order for us to give ourselves a once-over to see what needs to be done to get the most out of our workouts and hit the muscles we’re trying to stimulate into solid growth and development. With that said, you could be a straight...

The following is a detailed training plan based on Weider Training Principles: I. Plan Overview This plan is guided by Weider Training Principles and aims to improve muscle strength, volume, and endurance through systematic training. The plan is divided into four stages: adaptation period...

Some of the classic bodybuilding training theories are as follows: Weider Training Principles: Proposed by Joe Weider, it has an extremely profound impact on modern bodybuilding training. Progressive Overload Principle: As training progresses, the body will gradually adapt to the original...

Finding time for your training can feel challenging, especially when life gets on top of you. We’ve all been there—when your energy drains away, and there is not enough time in the day, leaving little room or energy for your workout. But rather than say ‘screw it” and miss your workout, what if...

When embarking on a fitness journey, understanding the key indicators of the body is crucial. It can guide us in a clear direction and help us set fitness goals that are suitable for ourselves. First, let's get to know the body mass index (BMI). BMI is calculated by dividing weight (in...

Rapid drop-catch training is a unique way to help elevate your fitness routine. It’s an effective, yet underutilized method that incorporates exercises that are designed to improve quickness and stability. It not only helps builds strength but also enhances your body’s ability to respond to...

Muscle Gain Training Beginner Phase (1 - 2 months) Frequency & Duration: Train 3 times a week, with each session lasting about 60 minutes. Compound Movements: Squats: 3 sets of 10 reps. Focus on proper form, keeping feet shoulder-width apart and descending until thighs are parallel to the...

Suspension training often gets a bad rap because you’re using just bodyweight, and there is no cold, hard steel in your hands. Plus, measuring progression using regular free weights is easy, but not with suspension trainers, where doing more reps is usually the best form of progression. So, some...

Fans of Prime’s smash hit series, Citadel are in for a treat as the spy universe expands with Citadel: Diana. The spin-off takes viewers forward to 2030, and furthers the story of the intense and bloody battle between the Citadel spy agency, and their powerful enemy, the Manticore syndicate. M&F...

You’ve probably been told by someone during your fitness journey that doing cardio will rob you of the hard-earned muscle that you’ve amassed by lifting heavy weights. But are those ‘experts’ right? Does building muscle mean that you can’t enjoy a weekly run or even warm up on the step machine...

Having won the Mr. Olympia Classic Physique trophy every year since 2019, many observers and competitors are making bold predictions that Chris Bumstead is going to be toppled on bodybuilding’s biggest stage in less than 2 weeks, but if 2024 is going to be the year that the chiselled Canadian is...