All Posts By Presser
Dave Richardson (125KG) Deadlifts 430 Kilograms in Training
British powerlifter Dave Richardson is well-established as a driving force in the 125KG class. He’s a great all-rounder, but the lift that has been improving the quickest is his deadlift. As recently as August 2023, Richardson’s best deadlift in competition was 397.5 kilograms. He swept that number away at the Nottingham Strong Qualifier in January 2024 with a massive 420-kilogram…
The post Dave Richardson (125KG) Deadlifts 430 Kilograms in Training appeared first on BarBend.
Alexandra Vatthauer Wins 2024 Klash Series Championships Pro Bikini Division Show
Twenty-four IFBB Pro League Bikini division athletes graced the stage at the 2024 Klash Series Championships Pro show in Orlando, FL, on March 30, 2024. After the judges compared all the physiques, the champion’s trophy and 2024 Olympia qualification were awarded to Alexandra Vatthauer. Marie-Even Duchesneau of Canada was named the runner-up, and Iulia Baba rounded out the top three. The full results…
The post Alexandra Vatthauer Wins 2024 Klash Series Championships Pro Bikini Division Show appeared first on BarBend.
Aimee Leann Delgado Wins 2024 San Diego Championships Pro Bikini Division Show
IFBB Pro League Bikini competitor Aimee Leann Delgado has her first pro win of the 2024 season. She scored gold at the 2024 San Diego Championships Pro in San Diego, CA, on March 30, 2024. The Bikini division show featured 16 IFBB Pro League athletes. Tara Grier won silver and Kimberly Bonilla won bronze. The final order of finish is…
The post Aimee Leann Delgado Wins 2024 San Diego Championships Pro Bikini Division Show appeared first on BarBend.
Opinion: Long-Length Partial Reps Are Overrated for Bodybuilding
At my gym, (and probably at yours, too) there’s an older gentleman who spends his workouts idling on various machines, performing quarter-range-of-motion everything before heading home. Good on him for staying active. I would have scoffed at his “suboptimal” technique in years past. But in 2024, this individual is an evidence-based, scientifically optimized muscle-building Gigachad. Long-length partials —…
The post Opinion: Long-Length Partial Reps Are Overrated for Bodybuilding appeared first on BarBend.
Weightlifter Ri Song Gum (49KG) Sets 221KG Total World Record at 2024 IWF World Cup
North Korean weightlifters may not be eligible for the 2024 Olympic Games, but that isn’t stopping the People’s Republic from rewriting the record books. On Apr. 1, 2024, during the Women’s 49-kilogram event at the 2024 IWF World Cup, Ri Song Gum did just that. Gum, the world record holder in the clean & jerk, advanced her own…
The post Weightlifter Ri Song Gum (49KG) Sets 221KG Total World Record at 2024 IWF World Cup appeared first on BarBend.
Weightlifter Hou Zhihui (49KG) Sets 97KG Snatch World Record at 2024 IWF World Cup
Team China is in top form. With only a few short months until the 2024 Paris Olympics, the most dominant weightlifting team in the world — thanks to athletes like 49-kilogram Hou Zhihui — is putting on a show at the 2024 IWF World Cup. Zhihui set a new world record in the snatch of 97 kilograms, or…
The post Weightlifter Hou Zhihui (49KG) Sets 97KG Snatch World Record at 2024 IWF World Cup appeared first on BarBend.
Tesamorelin vs. Sermorelin: Applications, Uses, and Considerations
In the quest for eternal youth and robust vitality, the domain of anti-aging treatments has experienced a remarkable upsurge in both attention and groundbreaking advancements. Two peptides that have emerged as intriguing contenders in this arena are Sermorelin and Tesamorelin. As individuals seek to turn back the hands of time and harness the power of…
Gonadorelin vs HCG: Their Roles and Benefits
Gonadorelin and HCG present as key hormonal agents, each with its unique benefits, uses, and side effects, bringing us to the crucial topic of Gonadorelin vs HCG. Both play pivotal roles in the realms of fertility and hormonal balance but operate via different mechanisms and have varying applications. Gonadorelin excels in stimulating the release of…
Enclomiphene vs TRT – Which One Is Better?
As men age, testosterone levels naturally decline, often leading to a myriad of symptoms ranging from decreased libido and energy levels to mood disturbances and reduced muscle mass. Traditionally, TRT has been the primary solution, involving the direct supplementation of testosterone to restore hormonal balance. Yet, amidst its widespread use, questions persist about potential long-term…
The 7 Best Exercise Bikes Under $1,000 of 2024, Tested and Reviewed
If you’ve got cash burning a hole in your pocket and you’re looking for the best exercise bikes that money can buy, we salute you. Congratulations on your wealth, please adopt me. As for those on a budget, you can still find a high-quality exercise bike without selling the farm. Quality exercise bikes under $1,000 exist, and many…
The post The 7 Best Exercise Bikes Under $1,000 of 2024, Tested and Reviewed appeared first on BarBend.