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What’s the Diet Urs Kalecinski Used to Win Bronze at the 2023 Classic Physique Olympia?
For the second straight year, German bodybuilder Urs Kalecinki ranked third overall at the Classic Physique Olympia behind five-time champion Chris Bumstead and runner-up Ramon Rocha Queiroz. Kalecinski had an intense prep for the 59th edition of the Olympia, including training arms with Bumstead during peak week. Five days out from the biggest show of the year, on Nov. 1, 2023, Kalecinski uploaded…
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Trailer for “Breaking Olympia,” a Documentary About 7-Time Mr. Olympia Phil Heath, Released
The 2023 Mr. Olympia contest was a rollercoaster of emotions that culminated with the first-ever two-division Olympia champion when 2021 212 Olympia champion Derek Lunsford was crowned the 18th Mr. Olympia. He defeated defending champion Hadi Choopan, 2023 Arnold Classic champion Samson Dauda, and many more of the world’s elite. One athlete Lunsford was not on stage with…
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Eleiko Sport Unveils New Line of Cable Workout Machines
Eleiko is expanding its arsenal. On Monday, Nov. 6, 2023, the Swedish-based strength training equipment juggernaut unveiled its newest product line: Eleiko now produces custom-made cable workout stations. In a Nov. 6 press release, Eleiko CEO Erik Blomberg said the expansion into cables is a “natural progression” for the company, one that aligns with Eleiko’s commitment to meticulous…
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The 8 Best Weight Loss Programs of 2023
There is no one path to healthy and sustainable weight loss. You can dive into a crash diet or handcuff yourself to a treadmill, but short-term results aren’t worth the health risks of reckless approaches to weight management. Weight loss happens through a caloric deficit — whether that be via nutrition or exercise — and there are plenty…
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2023 America’s Strongest Man and Woman Results
The 2023 America’s Strongest Man and Woman contests were held in Orlando, FL, on Nov. 3-4, 2023. After six grueling events — Max Axle Press, Yoke and Farmer’s Carry Medley, Ukrainian Deadlift, Dumbbell Ladder, Natural Stones, and Power Stairs — Lucas Hatton was crowned king of the strongman contest, and Angelica Jardine ascended the throne in the strongwoman…
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How Dana Linn Bailey Optimizes Biceps Pumps in Training
Many bodybuilders use muscle pumps to gauge the effectiveness of their training sessions. Although resistance training-induced muscle pumps are temporary, studies have shown a significant correlation between muscle swelling and hypertrophy. (1) On Oct. 31, 2023, the former Women’s Physique Olympia champion Dana Linn Bailey published a video on her YouTube channel wherein she detailed tips to boost…
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Jeff Nippard’s 5 Science-Backed Tips for Hypertrophy
Canadian bodybuilder, powerlifter, coach, and fitness content creator Jeff Nippard typically debunks “bro science” with scientific evidence-based training, diet, and recovery guides on his YouTube channel. On Oct. 29, 2023, Nippard published a video wherein he delved into the five most effective ways for promoting hypertrophy. At a glance, those five tips are: Jeff Nippard’s Five Crucial Bodybuilding…
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Rudy Kadlub (100KG) Squats 3 Kilograms Over IPL World Record In Training
Veteran powerlifter Rudy Kadlub, in his seventies, is still training hard and breaking records. He holds the all-time world total record in the Masters (70-74) 90-kilogram and 100-kilogram classes, as well as many International Powerlifting League (IPL) world records. Kadlub shared a training update on his Instagram page on Nov. 2, 2023, wherein he squatted 213 kilograms (470…
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How To Watch The 2023 IPF World Equipped Powerlifting Championships
The International Powerlifting Federation (IPF) 2023 World Equipped Powerlifting Championships (WEC) are fast approaching. The long-running contest will take place over six days in Druskininkai, Lithuania, starting on Nov. 13, 2023. Eight-five women and 110 men from all over the world are on the roster. Every single session will streamed live and for free on The Olympics YouTube channel and…
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How To Do the Inchworm Exercise Correctly (+ Guides and Tips)
When it comes to warm-up exercises and drills, the good ol’ KISS principle — that’s “keep it simple, stupid” — applies. Sure, there are times when you might need to break out a specific movement to tackle a nagging injury or warm-up a particularly stubborn joint before your exercise session. But if you just need to break a…
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