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The Best Kettlebell Strength Workout for Heavier, More Powerful Lifts

The Best Kettlebell Strength Workout for Heavier, More Powerful Lifts

Even at its heaviest, the kettlebell may look like it’s too small for any real gains. But looks can be deceiving. Unlike a barbell and weight plates, you can store it pretty much wherever you want. It’s compact like a dumbbell, but its shape renders kettlebell exercises a game-changer for building dynamic, explosive strength in every plane of…
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The 8 Best Leg Extension Alternatives to Build Huge Quads

The 8 Best Leg Extension Alternatives to Build Huge Quads

Leg extensions are the accessory glue that holds leg day together. Be it a capstone to a squat challenge or a warm-up for the seasoned lifter, it’s hard to escape the inevitable burn as the leg extension kisses your quadriceps. This pump doesn’t happen by accident — the leg extension is a pretty potent quad exercise for increasing…
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Hafthor Björnsson Will Return to Strongman in Three Contests in 2024

Hafthor Björnsson Will Return to Strongman in Three Contests in 2024

In September 2023, three-time Arnold Strongman Classic champion and 2018 World’s Strongest Man winner Hafthor Björnsson announced he was coming back to strongman. And now we know the details of when it will happen. On October 14, 2023, Björnsson announced that he is making his competitive return to the sport at the 2024 Arnold Strongman Classic (ASC), slated…
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Mamdouh “Big Ramy” Elssbiay — Bodybuilding Career, Contest History, and Biography

Mamdouh “Big Ramy” Elssbiay — Bodybuilding Career, Contest History, and Biography

Ever since he pulled off the upset win in his pro debut at the 2013 New York Pro, Mamdouh “Big Ramy” Elssbiay has been at — or near — the top of the bodybuilding world. Revered for his immense size and powerful physique, he immediately drew comparisons to the legendary Ronnie Coleman early in his career before charting…
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Zac Efron Is Looking Way Too Jacked in New Trailer for “The Iron Claw”

Zac Efron Is Looking Way Too Jacked in New Trailer for “The Iron Claw”

Actor Zac Efron has clearly been busting a move in the weight room. The former High School Musical superstar debuted his biggest physique transformation yet on Oct. 11, 2023, when the trailer for his upcoming sports drama The Iron Claw (2023) hit YouTube.  Claw, the latest outing from indie juggernaut studio and distributor A24, rings the bell in theaters on…
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The Best High-Protein Breakfast Ideas for Muscle-Building and Fat Loss

The Best High-Protein Breakfast Ideas for Muscle-Building and Fat Loss

Your alarm goes off in the morning, and it’s time to crack open your eyes and get out of bed. After brushing your teeth and making your coffee, you think about your morning meal. Some people skip breakfast, some love it. If you’re having breakfast, loading it with nutritious foods and plenty of protein can set you up…
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Age Group and Adaptive Divisions Will No Longer Compete at the CrossFit Games

Age Group and Adaptive Divisions Will No Longer Compete at the CrossFit Games

On Oct. 11, 2023, CrossFit HQ announced another major change to the 2024 season: The Age Group and Adaptive Divisions will no longer finish their seasons at the CrossFit Games. This announcement comes less than one month after announcing that the Games will be moving from Madison, WI, to Fort Worth, TX. Adaptive athletes will be separated entirely…
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United States Air Force Will Now Require New Recruits To Perform Deadlifts

United States Air Force Will Now Require New Recruits To Perform Deadlifts

Icelandic strongman great Jón Páll Sigmarsson and the United States Air Force (USAF) have something in common: They both think you should be doing more deadlifts. According to Oct. 9, 2023, reporting by The Air Force Times, the USAF recently updated the fitness standards of its entrance exam, removing the clean & press in favor of the standard deadlift. …
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How To Lose Belly Fat — A Strength Athlete’s Guide

How To Lose Belly Fat — A Strength Athlete’s Guide

If you’ve noticed that you tend to lose fat faster in certain areas — like your arms, legs, or waist — while others take a bit longer, you’re not alone. While body fat levels are largely governed by energy balance, or calories in versus calories out, the distribution of body fat depends on a wide range of variables. …
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Mountain Dog Training: Understanding John Meadows’ Philosophy for Maximum Muscle Growth

Mountain Dog Training: Understanding John Meadows’ Philosophy for Maximum Muscle Growth

John “the Mountain Dog” Meadows passed away on Aug. 8, 2021. He was 49 years old. Meadows’ death sent ripples around the globe as the bodybuilding community at large mourned the passing of a titan. Meadows, both a competitor and coach, built his reputation upon two pillars: He was uncommonly kind-hearted and knew a ton about building muscle….
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