Eight hours is the recommended amount of time experts say most adults should sleep every night. But why should we spend one-third of the day—and what amounts to one-third of our lives—catching Zzz’s?
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On August 8, 2022, Nick “The Mutant” Walker shared Instagram footage of himself incline dumbbell pressing 200-pound dumbbells for 10 reps. The astounding display of upper body strength is part of Walker’s ongoing training for the upcoming 2022 Mr. Olympia., which is 18 weeks away at the time this video was posted.       … Read more
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Helloooooo! Happy Friday! What are you up to this weekend? The kids are wrapping up their first half week of school and actually missing today because we’re off to San Diego! It’s Max’s Bar Mitzvah tomorrow (Betsy’s son! He’s like our lil nephew) so we couldn’t miss it. I’m so so excited to see them…
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Whenever he decides to hang up his posing trunks, Mamdouh “Big Ramy” Elssbiay will undoubtedly be regarded as one of the best bodybuilders of all time. The 37-year-old athlete is the reigning two-time Mr. Olympia (2020-2021). He’s currently training to complete a legendary three-peat at this year’s edition of the prestigious contest in mid-December.  On … Read more
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In his heyday as an NFL player, Shannon Sharpe was one of pro football’s premier tight ends and, in 2011, was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton, OH. In retirement, it looks like the NFL legend is training as if he could step onto the field immediately and humiliate defenders again.   … Read more
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Check out these tips on how to find a few minutes of mindfulness every day that don’t include sitting on a mat and meditating.
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On August 5, 2022, bodybuilder Petar Klančir revealed he would not compete for the rest of the 2022 season. As the Croatian athlete confirmed in a later post on August 6, he suffered a “snapped” right biceps tendon while recently training (date undisclosed) and will likely require surgery after a formal evaluation from a medical … Read more
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The last time Arnold Schwarzenegger competed as a professional bodybuilder was over four decades ago. Even though he’s no longer necessarily focused on building incredible amounts of mass, he still holds considerable influence over the strength sport. Joseph Baena — Schwarzenegger’s 24-year-old son — appears to be following (somewhat) in his dad’s massive footsteps.  Or … Read more
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On August 6, 2022, strongman Rauno Heinla deadlifted 476 kilograms (1,049.4 pounds) during the 2022 World Deadlift Championships (WDC) in Cardiff, Wales. Not only did the max one-rep pull give the 40-year-old Heinla the win in the 2022 WDC — which was a part of the overall Giants Live World Open — it’s a new … Read more
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Fitness bootcamps are fast-paced, instructor-led classes that provide a total strength and cardio workout. If you’re a newbie, check out these tips on trying one out for yourself.
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