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Cydney Gillon Demonstrates How Beginners Should Train Glutes
The gluteus maximus is the largest muscle in the body, so its development is critical for creating a powerful, aesthetic physique. Seven-time Figure Olympia champion Cydney Gillon reveals her secrets for sculpting glutes in a video on her YouTube channel. Gillon’s routine features bodyweight and resistance band exercise alternatives, a great option for those without access a gym. Gillon’s Glute Building Workout Below are the lower body movements Cydney…
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Hafthor Björnsson Shares His 2024 Competition Schedule
The 2018 World’s Strongest Man (WSM) champion Hafthor Björnsson returned to the pro strongman circuit at the 2024 Arnold Strongman Classic (ASC) Ohio, placing fourth after a four-year hiatus. Two weeks later, he finished second behind Mitchell Hooper at the 2024 ASC UK. On April 12, 2024, Björnsson published a video on his YouTube channel unveiling his competitive…
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The 5 Best Running Workouts to Level Up Your Conditioning
Running and strength training are different beasts, to be sure. For one thing, running is about variety. Yes, there’s some variety in lifting weights, too. But for the most part, your resistance training sessions will look more or less the same from day to day. Contrary to its reputation as the “boring” one, running workouts…really change it up…
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The 15 Best Bodyweight Exercises, + Workouts and Tips From a CPT
Don’t worry, we get it — you love lifting weights, and the idea of parting with your favorite barbell or dumbbell exercises might make your skin crawl. But a good bodyweight workout can come in handy in more ways than you might think. BarBend may be all about clanging and banging some heavy weights, but our editorial staff…
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The Best CrossFit Equipment For Home Gyms (2024)
There is no shortage of CrossFit-style WODs you can do without any equipment. To mention a few miserable metcons: 400 meters of walking lunges, a 5K run, and death by burpees. But purchase a piece of CrossFit equipment or two (or 10! We won’t judge) and your options truly become endless. Plus, you’ll need access to some bumper…
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Treadmill Motors: What You Need to Know
If you’re the average gymgoer, you probably haven’t spent too much time thinking about how a treadmill operates from the inside. But if you’re in the market for a big-ticket item like fitness equipment, understanding the basics of treadmill motors can help you make the best decision for your fitness needs and ultimately prolong the lifespan of your…
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Sarah Rainbow (+90KG) Hits Biggest Female Raw w/Wraps Total Ever of 775 Kilograms
At the 2024 World Raw Powerlifting Federation Australia (WRPFA) Launceston Toyota Showdown (LTS), Australian powerlifter Sarah Rainbow hit the heaviest raw total ever by a woman at an incredible 775 kilograms. Rainbow squatted 300 kilograms at the 2024 ProRaw 14, a 15-kilogram personal best on the day. One week later, she added another 15 kilograms for an incredible 315-kilogram…
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Luke Stoltman Wins 2024 Europe’s Strongest Man
The 2024 Europe’s Strongest Man (ESM) occurred on April 13, 2024. Twelve of the top strongmen in Europe vied for dominance in front of a sold-out crowd at the First Direct Arena in Leeds, UK. After five grueling events, including the Nicol Stones, Car Walk, Deadlift Ladder, Viking Press, and Atlas Stones, the heat on the stones between Luke Stoltman…
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2024 Tri-City Classic Pro Bodybuilding Show Results
Columbus, GA, served as host to the 2024 Tri-City Classic Pro bodybuilding show on the weekend of Apr. 13-14, 2024, and three IFBB Pro League divisions were featured – Classic Physique, Men’s Physique, and Figure. The winners of those divisions were Tomas Adame (Classic Physique), Clarence McSpadden (Men’s Physique), and Megan Sylvester-Cielen (Figure). All three winners are now qualified to compete…
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Edvan Palmeira Wins 2024 Musclecontest Nordeste Pro Men’s Physique Show
The 2024 Musclecontest Nordeste Pro Men’s Physique show was held on April 13, 2024, in Recife, Brazil, and Edvan Palmeira was crowned champion. He defeated seven other contenders to take the title, including late entry Emmanuel Costa, who finished as the runner-up. Vinicius Resende rounded out the top three. The final finishing order is below, courtesy of the IFBB Pro League:…
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