Tag: Bodybuilding
Classic Physique Bodybuilder Mike Sommerfeld’s Warm-Up and Quad Day Recommendations
German bodybuilder Mike Sommerfeld turned pro in the IFBB Pro League in 2019. His pro debut was a 13th-place finish at the 2019 IFBB Romania Muscle Fest Pro show in the 212 division. Sommerfeld transitioned to Classic Physique in 2020, clinching the silver medal at the 2020 IFBB British Grand Prix. He emerged victorious at the 2021 IFBB…
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Jeremy Buendia’s 10-Exercise Off-Season Shoulder Programming
The Men’s Physique bodybuilding division places great importance on well-developed shoulders to accent an aesthetic V-taper. Four-time Men’s Physique Olympia champion (2014-17) Jeremy Buendia is known for his exceptional shoulder-to-waist ratio. After a four-year hiatus from the competitive stage, Buendia took advantage of his lifetime Olympia invite to compete at the 2023 Olympia to an eighth-place finish. He is set on ascending the…
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Nittaya Kongthun Wins 2024 Musclecontest Japan Pro Bikini Show
Nittaya Kongthun has successfully defended her Japan Pro Bikini division title. The 2020 and 2023 winner stepped onstage on the weekend of Feb. 11, 2024, as the reigning champion and left the stage as a repeat winner and three-time champion overall. Nittaya Kongthun’s win qualifies her to compete in the 2024 Bikini Olympia in Las Vegas, NV, on Oct. 10-13,…
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Dorian Yates Biography — Beginnings, Bodybuilding, and Workout
Every sport had its top superstar in the 1990s. It was Michael Jordan for the NBA, Ken Griffey Jr. for many baseball fans, and Hulk Hogan was the biggest name in the world of professional wrestling until Stone Cold Steve Austin came along. The top man in the world of bodybuilding was Dorian Yates. The British muscleman known…
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Learn to Eyeball 600 Calories of Different Foods With Chris Heria
Calorie intake is the most important factor for weight loss. (1) Sustaining a calorie surplus will lead to weight gain, and a calorie deficit will lead to weight loss. Whether calories are from processed or nutritious foods, a calorie is a calorie if unused and converted into body fat. However, nutrient-dense foods can allow for the consumption of more food…
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Dr. Mike Israetel’s 10 Necessary Muscle-Building Exercises
There is no shortage of advice on how to build muscle. With so many different exercises and routines, it can be challenging to know which exercises to keep in one’s hypertrophy programming and which to cut. In a video published on Chris Williamson’s YouTube channel on Feb. 6, 2024, Dr. Mike Israetel (Ph.D. in Sport Physiology) shared his…
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Equipoise: Boldenone Undecylenate
Equipoise, also known by its chemical name Boldenone Undecylenate, is an anabolic androgenic steroid (AAS) that has been popular among athletes and bodybuilders for its ability to promote muscle growth, increase endurance, and enhance red blood cell production. Despite its benefits in promoting physical performance and physique enhancement, the use of Equipoise, like other anabolic…
4-Time Mr. Olympia Jay Cutler’s Guide to a Massive Back
A sculpted, muscular back enhances a physique’s aesthetics and can boost functionality and posture. In bodybuilding, a time-honored adage states, “Bodybuilding shows are won from the back.” This underlines prioritizing back training for aspiring, amateur, and elite bodybuilders. But what kind of programming does a top-tier bodybuilder use to build their back? On Feb. 3, 2024, four-time Mr….
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Nick Walker’s First Back Training Day En Route to the 2024 New York Pro
The 2021 Arnold Classic champion Nick Walker withdrew from the 2023 Mr. Olympia three days before stepping on stage due to a hamstring and calf injury. While still on the mend, Walker announced that he’ll compete at the 2024 New York (NY) Pro, scheduled for May 18, 2024, in Teaneck, NJ, aiming to punch his ticket to the…
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North Korean World Records (and Chris Bumstead is BACK) — Strength Weekly 2/9
Strength Weekly is bringing you all the news from around the barbell game. This week, we’re covering: Here’s the run of show! 00:00 Intro01:19 Run of Show04:00 Does China not have these classes on lock?07:52 Haley Adams is BACK13:21 Amanda Lawrence with a RIDICULOUS squat16:52 Chris Bumstead returns to training Follow David Thomas Tao and Phil Blechman on Instagram.
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