Tag: Bodybuilding
Mr. Olympias Unite: Hadi Choopan and Phil Heath Train Back Together
The 2022 Mr. Olympia champion, Hadi Choopan, conceded the title in 2023 to the first multi-division Olympia champion, Derek Lunsford. Of course, Choopan wants to reclaim the crown. To do that, Choopan joined forces with coach Hany Rambod and seven-time Mr. Olympia champion Phil Heath. On Jan. 8, 2024, Choopan published a video on his YouTube channel featuring a massive back workout with Rambod and Heath, the…
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Larry Wheels Learns How Challenging Pilates Can Be
Pilates is a strength training variation that emphasizes mind-muscle connection. Research suggests that Pilates can help improve flexibility and bodily awareness, reduce chronic lower back pain, and boost balance, strength, mobility, and functional capacity. So, it makes sense for elite bodybuilders and powerlifters to seek out a good pilates program. [1][2][3] On Jan. 6, 2023, Larry Wheels published…
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Testosterone No Ester
Testosterone No Ester (TNE) Testosterone No Ester (TNE) is an anabolic steroid that has gained popularity among bodybuilders and athletes for its muscle-building properties. Here’s a detailed look at what it is, how it works, and its application across different levels of bodybuilding expertise: What is Testosterone No Ester? Testosterone No Ester, often abbreviated as…
Trenbolone vs Parabolan
Trenbolone vs Parabolan Trenbolone vs Parabolan in the world of performance-enhancing drugs is vast and varied, with numerous options for athletes and bodybuilders seeking to enhance their physical capabilities. Among these, Parabolan and Trenbolone (often referred to simply as “Tren”) are two potent anabolic steroids that have gained significant attention. This article aims to provide…
Cydney Gillon — Early Life, Career, Training, and More
In the world of bodybuilding and physique sports, winning one Olympia championship puts you in rarified air. Winning multiple titles makes you a legend. You may need a different adjective to describe athletes who have won seven world titles, but whatever that word is, it must be associated with Ms. Figure Olympia Cydney Gillon. Gillon is the gold…
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“I Think I Went Into Shock”: Dorian Yates Reflects on Winning the 1997 Mr. Olympia With a Torn Triceps
Bodybuilder Dorian Yates won six Mr. Olympia titles throughout the 1990s and, in part, ushered in the “mass monster” era that still influences the sport today. “The Shadow,” as Yates was known for his reclusive nature as a competitor, kept his cards close to his chest — including when he took to the stage in 1997 with most…
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Natural Bodybuilder Sean “Shizzy” Taaffe Learns How Tough Leg Day With Hany Rambod Is
Leg days are typically the most feared training sessions of an athlete’s programming. The intensity, in combination with the physical and mental exertion needed to train the body’s largest muscle groups, is not for the faint of heart. Once one overcomes the initial mental barrier, both single-bout and long-term resistance training have been shown to produce anxiolytic effects…
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Breon Ansley’s Flexibility Practices for Enhanced Muscle Growth
Two-time Classic Physique Olympia champion Breon Ansley is amidst his 2024 off-season, though he is slated to compete at the 2024 Arnold Classic on March 1-3, 2024, in Columbus, OH. On Jan. 2, 2024, Ansley shared that his priority was flexibility through the use of free weight training. Moving the muscles through a larger range of motion might have hidden hypertrophy gains Ansley aims…
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Sadik Hadzovic’s Arm Day Reps and Sets Recommendations
Building arms to be proportionate with larger muscle groups like the chest and back can be a challenge. The biceps, triceps, and forearms are smaller muscle groups that, more often than not, need more dedicated volume to keep up. On New Year’s Day, 2024, bodybuilder Sadik Hadzovic published a video on his YouTube channel wherein he shared his…
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Chris Bumstead’s 2024 Off-Season Grocery Haul Doesn’t Include Junk Food
Canadian bodybuilder Chris Bumstead clinched his fifth consecutive Classic Physique Olympia title at the 2023 Olympia. Post-victory, Bumstead underwent a hair transplant, necessitating a month-long break from training. During that period, Bumstead tweaked his diet, reducing his overall calories while maintaining a high protein intake to maintain his muscle tissue. On Dec. 30, 2023, Bumstead published a video…
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