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Shaun Clarida Hits Offseason Arm Workout That Will Split Your Sleeves
Shaun Clarida continues to build incredible size during his offseason training.
Shaun Clarida is a former Olympia champion in the 212 division. He won this honor in 2020 before being upset by Derek Lunsford in 2021. Clarida might be looking to step it up in divisions and an arm workout like this can help build necessary size.
Clarida made his Men’s Open debut during the 2021 Legion Sports Fest. He won the competition and earned qualification to the Olympia in the Men’s Open division. To this point, it is unknown if he will compete and if he does, which division it will be. Clarida has expressed interest in competing in both 212 and Men’s Open.
If he is to make his Olympia debut in Men’s Open, Shaun Clarida will certainly have some competition. The caliber of talent is high and this is why Clarida will have to continue to build size. This arm workout is one that can help accomplish this goal if Clarida has his eye on Las Vegas in December.
Shaun Clarida Full Arm Workout
Tricep Rope Pushdown
The tricep rope pushdown began the arm workout for Clarida. He explained that he likes to begin his workouts with isolation arm workouts to warm up the biceps and triceps. This allows Clarida to get comfortable before performing more complex movements. He began with two warmups before two to three working sets.
Cable Curl
After warming up the triceps, Clarida begins to work the biceps a bit. He uses a D-Handle during this workout because of the benefits of the grip. Clarida performed two warmup sets before two to three working sets. The final set was a unilateral variation where he performed a umber of sets with one arm before moving to the other.
Single-Arm Overhead Tricep Extension
This is another isolated motion from Shaun Clarida during this workout. He explains that this is one of his favorite movements in the gym because of the pump that it gives his triceps. This is the first exercise that begins a normalized three set, 10-rep plan.
EZ Bar Curl x Underhand D-Handle Tricep Pressdown
Clarida performs this exercise with an EZ Bar because it removes wrist mobility during the lift. This barbell also helps build muscle-fiber recruitment. Clarida takes on this workout with a 30-pound barbell before working it up to 100 pounds. Following the EZ Bar curls, Clarida supersets them with an underhand D-Handle pressdown. This is a movement that isolates the long head of the triceps.
Cross-Body Dumbbell Hammer Curl
One of the final exercises of the day are cross-body dumbbell hammer curls. This is a neutral-grip curl that works the brachialis in the bicep. Clarida has been a mass monster on stage and this is necessary as he begins to transition to Men’s Open. This is a workout to build that size and thickness for the stage.
Overhead Cable Extension
The final workout of the day came while seated on a military bench. Clarida set the machine at shoulder height to perform the overhead cable extension. This is a variation of a skull crusher, which is another big-time workout to build size in the triceps.
Shaun Clarida Arm Workout Breakdown
Tricep Rope Pushdown: 6-7 sets of 10, double drop set on the final set
Cable Curl: 6-7 sets of 10
Single-Arm Overhead Tricep Extension: 3 sets of 10
EZ-Bar Curl: 3 sets of 10
Underhand D-handle Tricep Pressdown: 3 sets of 10
Cross-Body Dumbbell Hammer Curl: 3 sets of 10
Overhead Cable Extension: 3 sets of 10
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Cedric McMillan Has Passed Away At 44 Years Old
Beloved pro bodybuilder Cedric McMillan has reportedly passed away
Arnold Classic champion pro bodybuilder Cedric McMillan has passed away at 44 years old – close sources to Generation Iron and family members have confirmed. The tragic news comes shortly after McMillan was very open about his past heart issues and near death experience in 2021.
Though the details have not been confirmed, sources state that Cedric McMillan suffered a heart attack while on the treadmill. The pro bodybuilder had been delaying his return to competitive bodybuilding due to his health issues – but was very optimistic about being able to return to the stage at some point in 2022.
To many, Cedric McMillan was the return of the “classic” look that so many fans wanted to see in Men’s Open bodybuilding. His presence, and his eventual win at the Arnold Classic 2017, may have helped in part bring the Classic Physique division into fruition. Though McMillan remained in the Men’s Open division himself.
Arnold Schwarzenegger was very optimistic about Cedric McMillan’s physique – and held it up as the pinnacle of what modern bodybuilders should look like in the sport. McMillan was never able to regain another Arnold Classic trophy, nor win a Mr. Olympia event.
In December 2021, Cedric McMillan spoke openly about a near-death experience he suffered due to heart issues. This ultimately kept him out of his planned competitions such as the Legion Sports Fest Pro and the Arnold Classic. McMillan was focusing on recovery but also saw the event as a wake up call for his health and future tactics in the sport.
This story is still developing and Generation Iron will update with further information as it becomes available. The entire staff at Generation Iron sends condolences to friends and family of Cedric McMillan at this time.
Jacob Ladon is a staff writer and former amateur bodybuilder. He has been passionate about bodybuilding since he was 15 years old and discovered the joys of training in the gym. He reports and comments on all bodybuilding related matters.
Joe Rogan Believes Liver King Is On Steroids: ‘That’s Not A Natural Body’
Joe Rogan recently spoke out against Liver King’s natural status.
Joe Rogan covers many areas on his podcast with many different guests. This ranges from politics to life hacks to different topics in the world of fitness. Recently, the conversation between Rogan and a guest got on the topic of Brian Johnson, better known as Liver King.
Rogan has been involved in fitness and fighting for years now. He is not a competitor himself but carries a lot of knowledge on the subject. This includes being a big-time carnivore himself, which we have seen as he has tackled the carnivore diet on two separate occasions.
On a recent episode of his podcast, Rogan weighed in on Liver King’s physique and believes that he is not natural despite his claims.
“No that’s a gimmick, that guy. He’s got an ass filled with steroids is what he gots. That’s not a natural body. That guy is shooting all kinds of shit into his system to achieve that kind of physique,” Joe Rogan said.
Liver King is known for his unorthodox diet plan eating raw meats. He has taken on a lifestyle of living off the land and believes that he gains nutrients in many different ways of raw meat and living off the land.
This is another topic that Rogan has disagreed with. He has discussed the topic with many experts that have appeared on his show and they do not believe there is any benefit to raw meat.
“Look, I don’t even know if there’s a benefit in eating raw meat. From what I’ve understood, talking to experts, there’s actually a lot gained from cooking because there’s more, because the protein becomes more bioavailable.
Eating raw meat like that, you’re not getting as much of the actual nutrients from it. Maybe you’re getting some additional factors from the fact that you’re getting like a rare piece of meat with blood and stuff like that. Maybe there’s other things. Maybe you’re getting too much protein if you’re eating a giant steak and it’s cooked well.”
Joe Rogan specifically referenced Derek from More Plates More Dates. He is a YouTube sensation who has studied this exact diet plan. Rogan claims that Derek did not find a benefit from Liver King eating “liver and testicles and drinking blood.”
The physique of Liver King is undeniable and remains fully intact. This is the reason that it has been brought into question and there are many that do not believe he could have built that physique naturally. Joe Rogan seems to be on that list.
Nick Walker Shares Back Workout Used During Offseason To Build Incredible Size
Nick Walker continues his offseason prep for the Olympia with huge workouts including this one to build his back.
Nick Walker put together an incredibly successful rookie season and it now one of the top performers in bodybuilding. He decided early on to put all of his focus into the 2022 Olympia and he is doing just that. Walker recently shared a huge back workout that will build width and thickness.
Walker finished as the Arnold Classic champion last year before finishing fifth in his first Olympia in October. He is looking to build off this performance and it was the reason he did not defend his title in Columbus this year.
The Mutant has decided to make some changes this offseason. That includes increasing his number of rest days and training different body parts together. This session, he hit a massive back workout and ended with some hamstring work. Walker shared the workout on his YouTube page where viewers can watch and see what he has to say on the regimen.
Cable Pull-Downs
The workout began with cable pulldowns as a way to warm up the muscles in the back. He explained that this is a way to “get the lats fired up” before going into the rest of the workout. Walker hit cable pulldowns for five sets of 12-15 reps. He performed the reps slowly, which is a method he uses often to focus on technique and exhaust the muscles more and more.
Bent Over Reverse-Grip Barbell Rows
Nick Walker moved to the upper back next and bent over reverse-grip rows were on the list. He performed this exercise with a barbell and worked up to 315 pounds at the end. The barbell row is a favorite of many to build the upper back and Walker decided to hit it with a reverse grip. He performed a few reps before getting up to his final weight for 10 reps.
One-Arm Dumbbell Rows
One-arm dumbbell rows are a way to isolate each side of the back. Walker was ready right away here with no arm up needed. He performed two sets of 12-15 reps using the 150-pound dumbbell. This was a quick part of the workout before he moved onto the next item.
Drive-Piece Machine Rows
Nick Walker continued with more rows bu this was a bit more in-depth. He decided to mess around with the degree and extent of resistance during this exercise. Walker hit two sets to warm up before taking on his new method.
“I’m going to hit them with the 10-10-10… Pin it from where it makes harder to stretch. Then we’re going to do 10 when it’s harder to stretch in the shortened position. Then 10 when it is hard in the whole thing.”
Seated Free-Motion Cable Pull-Down
This exercise saw four sets. ick Walker began with his first working set then took on a rest-pause method. He performed 15 reps followed by 15 seconds of rest. Walker then did five more reps, rested 15 seconds, then finished with four reps. This machine had the pulleys wide, which allowed for a better range of motion.
Machine Rows
One set of machine rows ended the workout. Walker once again performed the rest-pause method. He began with 10 reps before resting 15 seconds then finished with some more reps.
Nick Walker decided to hit hamstrings before leaving the gym. He completed lying leg curls and belt squat RDL to target the back of the legs.
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Joey Swoll Defends Man Who Is Falsely Accused Of Staring At A Female Gym-Goer
Joey Swoll continues to defend actions in the gym speaking out against toxic culture.
Joey Swoll is at it again. The fitness personality has gained even more popularity in recent months as he has used social media to show examples of toxic gym culture and speak against it. In his recent example, Swoll is defending a male gym-goer who is being accused of staring at a female while she is working out.
This is not the first time that Swoll has shared a video of a female accusing a man of staring. In January, Swoll shared a similar story but the man was just trying to watch the television that the female was blocking. In other instances, there have been ego lifters and outright rude lifters who try to make other people look foolish.
In this video, a female gym-goer is preparing to do an exercise with dumbbells. As she is getting ready to perform her set, there is an older man that can be seen looking in her direction for a few seconds. Swoll explains that this is a normal occurrence, especially in public, and that the man was not harassing the woman.
“You also say normalize not staring. You were in this man’s peripheral. You picked up some weights. He looked over for a few brief seconds to see what you were doing and then he looked away to mind his own business. I do this. People are in a public space. People are going to look at you.
There’s a difference between staring like a creep and simply looking at somebody to see what they’re doing. Women are harassed and disrespected at gyms. You are not one of them. You need to do better. You need to mind your own business.”
The caption on Joey Swoll’s post reads “Women are harassed in gyms and it needs to stop. This is NOT it.”
Unfortunately, it is not uncommon to find stories about females being harassed while at the gym. This is another way TikTok is being used as females share stories on the platform to get the word out and make sure that it does not happen to anyone else. Swoll believes this was taken too far by the female.
“In the video, you say, ‘minding your own business’.
Well, in reality, when you’re filming in a public space, you’re not really minding your own business. It’s okay to do that, but you need to be respectful of others.”
Joey Swoll also calls out the female for filming inside the gym, which has become more common over the years. He explains that this is not minding her own business and this could take up unnecessary space.
Swoll has made it a mission to defend those who are wrongly called out or exposed in the gym for different reasons. He does not believe the man was doing anything wrong in this video and wanted to make sure that people improve themselves in the gym. This is the only way to eliminate the toxic gym culture.
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Mike O’Hearn Close-Grip Benches 385 Pounds 10 Times, Shares Huge Arm Workout
Mike O’Hearn showed off his massive arm workout including close-grip bench press.
Mike O’Hearn has made waves during his career as a bodybuilder, actor, and fitness model. He has appeared on the cover of many magazines because of his incredible physique and that is built using his strength. This is something O’Hearn showed off during a massive arm workout as he close-grip benched 385 pounds for 10 reps.
On his YouTube page, O’Hearn was joined by former fullback and NFL Network analyst Heath Evans. The two got together for a huge arm day workout to build biceps and triceps.
Mike O’Hearn completed his close-grip bench presses as the first exercise of the day. This is a classic workout to build triceps and upper-arm size. O’Hearn completed his impressive set followed by Evans, who pumped out five reps of 315 pounds.
The duo moved onto skull crushers, which they performed with a barbell while laying down on a bench. This tricep workout explodes the muscles but also provides a deep stretch to stimulate more muscle fibers. Hammer-grip barbell bicep curls were next. Mike O’Hearn performed these workouts with a neutral grip to emphasize the brachialis. This an elbow flexor that pushes up against the outer biceps.
This was an abbreviated workout but one that pumped the arms for size. The duo performed the exercises with big weight and less reps. This is a way to promote muscle building in all areas of the arm. O’Hearn has continued to provide wisdom in different areas over the course of his career.
At 53 years old, Mike O’Hearn has maintained an elite physique thanks to his work in the gym and knowledge of muscles. He is a former four-time Mr. (Natural) Universe winner who has also competed in strongman and powerlifting. On TV, he has been featured in the original American Gladiators series.
For this specific workout, O’Hearn was joined by Evans, who was one of the strongest players in the NFL during his time. This continued in retirement as Evans is still a freak in the gym. This was shown in 2017 when he benched 225 pounds for 45 reps during the NFL Combine. This is a method used by the league to test the strength of athletes coming out of college. Evans decided to give it a go while in his full work gear.
Mike’ O’Hearn is still an influential voice in fitness because of the physique he has maintained and his overall wisdom of the area. This is another instance of O’Hearn providing a workout for others to try.
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Martyn Ford Says Fight With Iranian Hulk Canceled Because Of Concerns On “Mental Well-Being” And “Health And Safety Risks”
Martyn Ford shared some more information on social media about his cancelled fight with Iranian Hulk.
Martyn Ford revealed last week that his fight with the Iranian Hulk was canceled. What ford left out was an exact reasoning as to why this happened but framed Sajad Gharibi as the reason. This is something that did not sit well with Iranian Hulk as he fired back. Now, Ford is claiming that there were many concerns out of the ring.
Gharibi quickly responded following Ford’s video and shared that the cancellation came from Ford’s side. Because of this, Iranian Hulk was prepared to sue for a contract breach since it was not his decision to pull out of the fight.
Despite the back and forth between fighters, there was still no reason revealed and this left fans in the dark. Ford recently shed some light on his side via social media when one person asked point blank why the fight will not be happening.
Martyn Ford responded that there were “concerns on mental well-being and also health and safety risk involved with this matchup.”
“They say a picture speaks a thousand words. Let’s just say, what they turned up WAS NOT what was sold to us by the investors. This followed up by crying on the TV and saying that he wants to end his life. Was enough for us.”
It seems as though the cancellation did indeed come from Ford’s side but they had reasons. He is referring to the television interview that recently came out of the Iranian Hulk explaining the relationship with his family following their stare down. Gharibi became emotional when discussing how his family reacted to the situation.
Ford also shared a picture of Iranian Hulk where he is looking significantly downsized. This was to be expected as he trains in different ways to prepare for a fight but the weight he lost is eye-opening and apparently was a cause for concern for Ford and his camp.
Despite the cancelled fight, Ford has continued to train and will likely step in the ring soon. In his original video, he revealed that it will not be on April 30 but the event is still on at the O2 Arena. The main event will feature a new fight that has not been shared yet.
Martyn Ford has recently shared some dream fights, including one with The Rock, but it is unknown who his next opponent will be. Ford has also been linked to Hafthor Bjornsson, following his victory over Eddie Hall.
As of now, we have a reason as to why the fight between Martyn Ford and Iranian Hulk was cancelled. What we do not know is if Iranian Hulk will respond once again or if they will ever step in the ring. Now, we will have to wait for Ford to announce his next opponent.
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2022 Golden State Pro Results
Ashley Kaltwasser and Jason Huynh were victorious during the 2022 Golden State Pro!
The 2022 Golden State Pro headlined a quiet week around the sport of bodybuilding. Sacramento was the host of the event that saw two more competitors punch their tickets to the 2022 Olympia. Ashley Kaltwasser took home the Bikini title while Jason Huynh won Men’s Physique.
Kaltwasser is coming off a busy 2021 campaign that saw her claim victories at the Pittsburgh Pro and Texas Pro. She was also the runner-up at the New York Pro. At the end of the season, Kaltwasser solidified her spot in Bikini by finishing third at the Olympia. Now, she will have a chance to prove once again that she is among the elite in the division.
Huynh has been consistent in Men’s Physique and will look to take the next step during the Olympia. He had two top-three finishes last season, including a victory at the Europa Phoenix. Huynh has competed in the Olympia over the last two years and will make it three in a row in December.
The full results rom the show have been announced as Kaltwasser and Huynh will not be able to prepare to appear in Las Vegas in December. The full results from the event can be found below along with official score cards!
2022 Golden State Pro: All Division Winners
Bikini: Ashley Kaltwasser
Men’s Physique: Jason Huynh
2022 Golden State Pro Breakdown
Bikini
First Place – Ashley Kaltwasser
Second Place – Lucia Malavaze
Third Place – Lawna Dunbar
Fourth Place – Vania Auguste
Fifth Place – Adair Libbrecht
Sixth Place – Ariel Barley
Seventh Place – Jodie Yunker
Eighth Place – Joy Sheppard
Ninth Place – Ashley Duncan
Tenth Place – Nittaya Kongthan
Men’s Physique
First Place – Jason Huynh
Second Place – Myron Griffin
Third Place – Antoine Witherspoon
Fourth Place – Benquil Marigny
Fifth Place – Antonio Smothers
Sixth Place – Jeremy Coleman
Seventh Place – Ashley Patillo
Eighth Place – Robert Gibbs
Ninth Place – Li Hsuan Liu
Tenth Place – Marcel Treichler
2022 Golden State Pro Official Score Cards
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Greg has covered the four major sports for six years and has been featured on sites such as Sports Illustrated, Fox Sports, SB Nation, NJ.com, and FanSided. Now, he is transitioning into the world of bodybuilding and strength sports.
Fitness Model Courtney Tailor Allegedly Stabbed Boyfriend To Death In Miami Apartment
Courtney Tailor has been arrested and is being detained by police.
Courtney Tailor, whose real name is Courtney Clenney, has been detained by police after allegedly stabbing her boyfriend to death in their Miami apartment, according to The Sun.
Police responded to a 911 call on Sunday around 5 P.M. where 27-year-old Christian Obumseli was found with a stab wound in his shoulder. He was quickly taken to a hospital but succumbed to injuries. Police believe there was a physical altercation before the stabbing occurred.
“We know that there was a physical altercation between them before he was stabbed,” a Miami PD spokesperson said.
There are currently no charges against Tailor for the death of Obumseli. Tailor was found at the scene of the crime covered in blood. According to the report, she is being detained at a mental health facility after threatening to kill herself. There is no timetable on when she will be released but Florida’s Baker Act law allows law enforcement to commit a person for up to 72 hours.
TMZ shared a video of Tailor handcuffed and covered in blood on the floor of a luxury apartment. Tailor is wearing the same clothes that she wore during an Instagram live video earlier that day. She is wearing a black sports bra and sweatpants as she is talking to police while sitting on the floor.
Courtney Tailor may be best known as a fitness influencer with millions of followers (and her Only Fans account), but she is also a former amateur bodybuilder. She had competed in the NPC Bikini division for a small number of shows in 2016. Shortly after she moved onto pursuing a career as a fitness model. Tailor has built up a social media following of over 2 million on Instagram.
This is an ongoing investigation and updates will be provided as they are released. For more news and updates, follow Generation Iron on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
Greg has covered the four major sports for six years and has been featured on sites such as Sports Illustrated, Fox Sports, SB Nation, NJ.com, and FanSided. Now, he is transitioning into the world of bodybuilding and strength sports.
Terrence Ruffin And Urs Kalecinski Get Together For Massive Arm Workout
Terrence Ruffin and Urs Kalecinski continue to be contenders in Classic Physique and showed off a massive arm day.
Classic Physique has quickly turned into one of the most popular divisions in bodybuilding. The talent has gone beyond three-time Olympia champion Chris Bumstead. There are many who can contend on a year-to-year basis and this is why Classic Physique has a chance to take over the sport. Recently, two titans of the division, Terrence Ruffin and Urs Kalecinski, got together for a massive arm workout.
Ruffin is coming off his second-consecutive Arnold Classic title. Kalecinski was crowned champion at the 2022 Boston Pro. It is likely that both competitors will now focus on Olympia prep after top-five finishes in 2021 — Ruffin (runner-up) and Kalecinski (4th).
The workout video was shared to Terrence Ruffin’s YouTube page. Along with Urs Kalecinski, there was a huge workout put in at The Pro’s Gym in Columbus, OH.
“We got goals — Olympia December 2022, and I’m really excited to start making the improvements I need to make to be at my best at that show,” Ruffin said.
Terrence Ruffin and Urs Kalecinski kept it short and simple during this workout. It began with cable lateral raises to warmup. The bodybuilders did not reveal the number of sets or reps they completed during this workout.
The duo continued with triceps extensions. This exercise looked like an overhead cable triceps extension. This is because Ruffin and Kalecinski kept their elbows in front of their bodies and their arms were parallel to the floor. The workout ended with a superset of chest-supported biceps curl and seated biceps curl. The final set included a drop set on each exercise along with a static hold on seated bicep curls. And of course, the workout cannot be completed without a posing session where the bodybuilders conditioned their muscles for competition.
Bodybuilding in all divisions is about mass but Classic Physique includes other elements as well. They focus on conditioning along with symmetry of the muscles, including V-taper and a marrow waist.
Terrence Ruffin and Urs Kalecinski are reasons why Classic Physique is in an incredible spot moving forward. After victories this season, the sights are set on the 2022 Olympia, which will take place from Dec. 16-18 in Las Vegas. This workout is one example of the work that is being put in already.
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