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What Is Erythritol? Is This Zero-Calorie Sweetener Too Good to Be True?

What Is Erythritol? Is This Zero-Calorie Sweetener Too Good to Be True?

On your muscle-building journey, you’ll likely grab a tub of protein powder to help you reach your protein intake goal. If you’re always on the hunt for the best protein powders, you probably read the ingredients before deciding. Somewhere in the ingredients, you’ll find artificial sweeteners. Erythritol, a sugar alcohol, is common in protein powders. With plenty of…
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How to Do the Nordic Curl to Power Up Your Hamstrings Without Weights

How to Do the Nordic Curl to Power Up Your Hamstrings Without Weights

The Nordic curl is not for the faint of heart… or hamstrings. Don’t be misled by the fact that this move is “merely” a bodyweight exercise. Once you truly dive into this move, thoughts of adding weight will likely leave your mind. Instead, you’ll have to focus on one rep at a time — that’s how much focus,…
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MrBeast In Awe of Mr. Olympia Derek Lunsford’s Posing

MrBeast In Awe of Mr. Olympia Derek Lunsford’s Posing

Popular American YouTuber MrBeast (James Stephen “Jimmy” Donaldson) is known for his video productions, large giveaways, and fast-paced wit. But he was stopped in his tracks when he saw 2023 Mr. Olympia Derek Lunsford in the gym. On Dec. 14, 2023, Lunsford published a video on his YouTube channel of MrBeast reacting to Lunsford’s physique a few weeks before Lunsford’s Mr. Olympia triumph. Watch…
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2024 Arnold Classic Rosters Released

2024 Arnold Classic Rosters Released

The 2024 Arnold Classic is set for the weekend of Mar. 1-3, 2024, at the Greater Columbus Convention Center in Columbus, OH. Unlike other IFBB Pro League shows on the schedule, athletes must apply and be invited to compete in the Arnold Classic.  Aside from the honor of being an Arnold Classic champion, the winners of all the contests in…
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The Morning Dose #24: Ozempic Meals, Intermittent Fasting Research, and a New Hair Loss Peptide

The Morning Dose #24: Ozempic Meals, Intermittent Fasting Research, and a New Hair Loss Peptide

Welcome to The Morning Dose, your weekly update on all things peptides, TRT, fitness, anti-aging, and everything in between. We’ve got a great newsletter for you today, covering peptides, intermittent fasting research, and the next big players in the weight loss peptide industry. Grab some coffee, and get ready to dive in. In this week’s…

Hadi Choopan’s Shoulder Training Post 2023 Olympia

Hadi Choopan’s Shoulder Training Post 2023 Olympia

After a year-long reign as the Mr. Olympia champion, Iranian bodybuilder Hadi Choopan relinquished the title to a much-improved Derek Lunsford at the 2023 Olympia. Choopan is already back in the gym training to improve his physique and reclaim the title at the 2024 Olympia, scheduled for Oct. 10-13 in Las Vegas, NV. Choopan is already qualified for…
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2023 Musclecontest International Brazil Nacional Pro Wellness Show Preview

2023 Musclecontest International Brazil Nacional Pro Wellness Show Preview

The 2023 IFBB Pro League calendar concludes with the Musclecontest International Brazil Nacional Pro on Saturday, Dec. 16, 2023, in Campinas, Brazil. Fourteen pro competitors will face the judges and fans to earn gold and qualify for the 2024 Olympia Weekend in Las Vegas, NV on the weekend of Oct. 10-13, 2024. The roster for this contest is below with…
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IFBB Pro League Women’s Physique Athlete Kristyn Lia Dies at Age 39

IFBB Pro League Women’s Physique Athlete Kristyn Lia Dies at Age 39

Athletes and fans of professional bodybuilding are saddened and shocked by the unexpected death of IFBB Pro League Women’s Physique competitor Kristyn Lia, who passed away at the age of 39. Her exact time of death and cause of death have yet to be officially confirmed at the time of this article’s publication. News of Lia’s death spread…
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Thousands of Gym Rats Crashed a Website Trying to Buy This 20-Pound Coffee Mug

Thousands of Gym Rats Crashed a Website Trying to Buy This 20-Pound Coffee Mug

“Erick, If I were part of Eleiko’s board, I would vote to fire you,” begins one of over 700 comments on an apologetic Instagram post by Erik Blomberg, the Chief Executive Officer of Eleiko Sport. One would forgive the commenter for spelling Mr. Blomberg’s name incorrectly. They were, presumably, flush with rage. Sweden-based Eleiko has produced high-end weight-lifting…
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How to Do the Barbell Row: Proper Form and Variations

How to Do the Barbell Row: Proper Form and Variations

You won’t do much better than the barbell row when it comes to gaining back strength and size. Better yet, the strength you gain from rowing a heavy barbell in a hinged position carries over to the strength movements you love to do. You’ll also take your core and grip strength up a notch or three (but more…
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