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Dorian Yates on Building Legs with Hamstring Curls: ‘Use a Full Range of Motion & Slow Negative’
Legendary bodybuilder Dorian Yates made a name for himself with his arduous training techniques. In a recent Instagram post, Yates shared a demonstration of how to effectively perform hamstring curls for lower-body muscle growth.
Dorian Yates emerged as a bodybuilding superstar from the United Kingdom in the early 90s. He started his run in regional and national competitions before earning an invite to the Mr. Olympia contest in 1991. He proved his potential by bagging silver in his debut, falling short of eight-time champion Lee Haney.
After narrowly missing out on the win, nobody could stop Yates in his second appearance. He won his maiden Sandow trophy in 1992 and led a commanding reign that saw him capture six titles. He retired after his final Olympia win in 1997.
During his heyday, Yates earned a reputation for staying away from the limelight. He would spend the off-season away from the camera and let his physique do the talking when he returned to the stage for competitions. ‘The Shadow’ was also renowned for his challenging workout routines. He pushed himself to near failure in every single training session instead of focusing on following a certain number of reps and sets like many other traditional bodybuilders.
Dorian Yates opened up about his journey as a competitor last November. He candidly talked about his deep passion for the sport and credited it for saving his life. His impact on the game can be felt to this day. After Hadi Choopan won the 2022 Mr. Olympia, bodybuilding veteran Rich Gaspari used Yates’ incredible back development to bash Choopan’s conditioning levels.
The 61-year-old maintains a regular schedule and stays healthy in his later years. He reported positive findings after undergoing a health check and VO2 Max test that determined his biological age to be approximated at 30-39 earlier this year. Two months ago, Yates left fans stunned with a ripped physique update. He boasted his lean core and arms while performing a workout on a beach in Brazil.
Yates laid out some of his favorite exercises that helped him craft a barn door back last month. He placed barbell rows with an underhand grip at the top of the list along with some intensity tips. Then, he provided a guideline for balancing hormones and staying fit after moving on from competition.
Dorian Yates strengthens lower body with hamstring curls
In a recent Instagram post, Dorian Yates shared his demonstration of effectively performing lying hamstring curls to achieve optimal muscle growth.
“Hamstring curls!
Performing a set of lying hamstring curls, controlled with a short squeeze at the top.
With hamstring curls, think of them as performing bicep curls but for your legs.
As always, control the weight and use a full range of motion with a slow negative.”
He added that he still lifts weights twice a week; one upper body and one lower body training session for 30 minutes.
RELATED: Tom Platz Reflects on Training ‘Unknown’ Dorian Yates: “He Surpassed Everything I Taught Him”
One of the last times fans heard from Dorian Yates, he gave tips on how to execute the lat pulldown, a staple in his training routine. He stressed the need to pull with your elbows to take the load off the biceps. He followed that up by offering some tips on how to incorporate other high-intensity training strategies.
Published: 19 April, 2023 | 5:46 PM EDT
Bodybuilding Icon Arnold Schwarzenegger Set to Release Action Netflix Series FUBAR in May
Bodybuilding legend Arnold Schwarzenegger has proven his talents in the world of entertainment as an A-list actor. Schwarzenegger recently dropped the trailer for his upcoming Netflix series FUBAR, which is set for premiere on May 25.
Arnold Schwarzenegger started off in professional bodybuilding in the Men’s Open division and led an immensely successful career, racking up seven Sandow trophies over the 1970s and 80s. In 1977, he tested the waters in the acting world with a lead role in the bodybuilding docudrama Pumping Iron alongside fellow legend Lou Ferrigno. The film received major praise and helped boost the sport’s acceptance in mainstream culture. He even founded his own bodybuilding competition named the Arnold Sports Festival, widely regarded for awarding the second most prestigious title in the sport.
Following a decorated career on stage, Schwarzenegger made a full-time switch to acting. He transformed his physique to display a leaner look on screen. It didn’t take him long to find success in Hollywood as he became a superstar with many blockbusters under his belt, including iconic roles in Conan the Barbarian (1982) and The Terminator (1984).
‘The Austrian Oak’ recently suggested utilizing wave training to push through any points of stalled progress a month ago. Aiming to help out his fanbase, Arnold argued that changing the workout routine could provide a unique challenge for the body. He followed that up with an intense 9-minute core workout routine and laid out the importance of incorporating bodyweight exercises for stronger legs and cardiovascular function.
Schwarzenegger encouraged his followers to perform a bodyweight workout of the week for muscle growth a few weeks ago. The training routine focused on adding resistance instead of weights to build muscle. Additionally, Schwarzenegger listed four exercises as part of his no-equipment workout of the week series.
Arnold Schwarzenegger returns to action-comedy roots in FUBAR
In a recent Instagram post, Schwarzenegger and Netflix released the trailer for the upcoming comedy-action series FUBAR, which is set to launch on May 25.
“Heroes don’t retire. They reload. Watch the trailer for @schwarzenegger’s first series ever! FUBAR premieres May 25.”
Rising Men’s Open contender Andrew Jacked chimed in with a comment.
“Man’s never gonna retire Period,” said Jacked. “He’s always Back.”
Former Mr. Olympia Samir Bannout declared Arnold Schwarzenegger the greatest bodybuilder of all time. He pushed back on four-time Classic Physique Olympia Chris Bumstead’s claims of potentially defeating Schwarzenegger two weeks ago.
Schwarzenegger supported the use of ‘cluster sets‘ in his latest workout of the week. He stressed the importance of supersetting exercises to optimize efforts in the training room.
RELATED: Jay Cutler Talks Mike Mentzer Quitting After losing to Arnold Schwarzenegger at 1980 Mr. Olympia
FUBAR is set to premiere on May 25 and stars Arnold Schwarzenegger, Monica Barbaro, and Fabiana Udenio, as per IMDb.
Published: 19 April, 2023 | 4:04 PM EDT
Dennis James Hospitalized With Pneumonia in Germany: ‘Thank God for Great Hospitals/Doctors’
Dennis James, a former Men’s Open pro, was recently hospitalized in Germany last weekend. In an Instagram post made on April 18, James revealed that a severe case of pneumonia led to his recent stay.
Competing actively throughout the 90s and 2000s, Dennis James led a successful career, having competed against the IFBB Pro League’s best. A perennial top 10 contender at the Mr. Olympia contest, James tested his talents against heavy hitters in the Open class such as Ronnie Coleman, Jay Cutler, and Phil Heath.
James’ last competition saw him finish third place at the 2012 Masters Olympia show, won by Dexter Jackson. While he’s taken kindly to retirement, Dennis James keeps up with the sport, hosting a weekly YouTube show called The Menace Podcast. His show serves as an open forum where former bodybuilders and active competitors discuss current events and their respective careers.
In addition to his duties as a podcast host, James has shaped the next wave of Open talent. In preparation for the 2022 Mr. Olympia event, James helped train the former-two time winner, Mamdouh ‘Big Ramy’ Elssbiay. James shared glimpses of their workouts just weeks before Ramy came up short in Las Vegas, Nevada in fifth place.
Dennis James Hospitalized With Pneumonia Last Sunday; Bodybuilding World Reacts
While details are limited at the time of this writing, James shared that he missed his flight back home and is currently hospitalized in Germany with pneumonia. He specified that he’s received fantastic care while under the weather, as noted by his thumbs-up in the post.
“Guess I won’t be flying home tomorrow morning. Sunday night I ended up in the hospital here in Germany where I was diagnosed with pneumonia. Thank god for great hospitals and doctors.” Dennis James wrote.
Following his hospitalization, fans, and bodybuilders alike wished for the best as Dennis James aims to recover in the coming days.
This isn’t the first time a high-profile bodybuilder has suffered from pneumonia. Chris Dickerson was the sixth man to win Olympia in 1982 and later dealt with this ailment until he ultimately passed away in 2021. He was also a notable coach, commentator, and podcaster for bodybuilding.
Additionally, Golden Era bodybuilder and actor, Lou Ferrigno fell ill with pneumonia as well, which required hospitalization. However, his problems with the infection stemmed from a vaccine he received back in 2018.
RELATED: Dennis James Shares Recent Physique Update That Shows How Jacked He Still Is At 54
Despite limited information, fans and athletes are hopeful that Dennis James makes a full recovery. Fitness Volt wishes him well in 2023.
Published: 19 April, 2023 | 1:04 PM EDT
Chris Hemsworth Showcases Lean Physique With ‘Full Core Circuit’ Workout
Chris Hemsworth‘s consistency in the gym is one of the reasons why he’s so successful. In an Instagram post, the famous actor shared his latest core circuit workout he utilizes for staying in peak physical condition.
For several years, Hemsworth’s dedication to staying fit has been one of his top priorities. Having starred in several blockbuster movie roles, Hemsworth crafted a successful tenure in the entertainment industry, often participating in action films.
The 39-year-old routinely transforms his body for movie roles. As a leading man in the action genre, Hemsworth received notoriety while preparing for the film, Extraction. To play a convincing Black Ops mercenary, the Australian native was required to add a dramatic amount of muscle tissue to his slim frame. During the process, Hemsworth implemented bodyweight training, which focused on speed, agility, and strength, rather than using free weights.
Many of these measures were used again for Hemsworth’s reprisal of Thor, in Thor: Love and Thunder. Chris’ coach, Luke Zocchi, revealed that Hemsworth was forced to eat 10 meals a day to maintain an adequate level of muscle mass for the superhero role. It appears his efforts paid off considering the physique he displayed in some new behind-the-scenes pictures.
Chris Hemsworth Shares 4-Exercise Core Workout with 20-Sec Rest Periods
Check out Hemsworth’s core circuit below, which features four exercises, 20 reps each, for four working sets using 20-second rest periods.
“Get up. Get outside. Take in the fresh air and get some work in. Full core circuit below ⬇️
Cross-body mountain climbers (20 reps)Kick sits (20 reps)Bicycle sit-ups (20 reps)Flutter kicks (20 reps)Rest 20 seconds. 4 working sets” Chris Hemsworth shared.
With a jam-packed schedule, Hemsworth trains regardless of location. Whether he’s burning calories with Pilates or attacking a workout on the deck of a naval ship floating in the ocean, he doesn’t skip training sessions. He also offers fans a slew of no-equipment routines that can be performed almost anywhere.
In addition to his training knowledge, Hemsworth recently shared a go-to beverage recipe he consumes to fuel his gym efforts. The caffeine-infused smoothie with frozen bananas, oats, protein powder, coconut coffee, and almond milk helps him stay energized despite a rigorous schedule.
RELATED: Chris Hemsworth Shares a Great Full-Body Workout to Help Build Explosive Power and Strength
The secret behind Chris Hemsworth’s sculpted body is his relentless dedication to fitness. Given his latest contribution, Hemsworth’s discipline is sure to motivate his massive fanbase.
Published: 19 April, 2023 | 11:11 AM EDT
Powerlifter Jamal Browner Crushes 435-kg (959-lb) Raw Conventional Deadlift PR In Training
Jamal Browner is a household name in the powerlifting community, mainly because of his mind-blowing deadlift abilities. With his mastery of the sumo stance, Jamal Browner is able to lift weights that are unfathomable to most people. However, many people also claim that sumo deadlifts are easier than conventional. So, these people also doubted Jamal’s strength. However, Jamal has decided to prove them wrong and go for a one-rep max conventional deadlift. This conventional deadlift came out to 435 kilograms (959 pounds), which is a new PR for Jamal.
Jamal Browner proudly shared his newest achievement on Instagram, silencing all the haters which can often be found in the comment section. To make it even more impressive, Jamal completed the lift in a raw manner, using only a lifting belt. The majority of people who are capable of lifting this much weight are unable to do it without the help of lifting straps. However, Jamal did not need them, as his grip strength is off the charts. This comes as a result of perfecting the hook grip through many years of powerlifting.
“Small Pr ?? but happy with how it moved!”
Watch the lift here:
Related: Powerlifter Jamal Browner Deadlifts Mind-Blowing 500-kg (1,102.3-lb) In Training
Apart from silencing the naysayers, Jamal Browner also has some other motivations to improve his conventional deadlift. He has been invited and accepted the invite for the 2023 Giants Live Deadlift World Championships. The competition belongs to a Strongman organization and will take place on September 2nd at the Cardiff International Arena, in Wales. It will feature the greatest deadlifters from the Strongman community, as well as Jamal Browner, who is much smaller and lighter compared to the other competitors.
The goal at the 2023 Giants Live Deadlift World Championships is to break the All-Time World Record, currently in possession of Hafthor Bjornsson. The 2018 WSM champion locked out 501 kilograms (1,104.5 pounds) in 2020. So, If Jamal is successful in doing so, he will receive a lucrative cash prize.
Jamal Browner is not neglecting his powerlifting career, but instead plans on achieving multiple goals at the same time. This year, he has not competed, but he may make an appearance in the near future. Overall, during his seven years as a professional powerlifter, Jamal took part in 16 sanctioned events, winning 11 of them.
Jamal Browner’s Competition PRs
*Jamal set all of his PRs at the 2022 USPA Pro Raw Championships.
Squat: 370 kilograms (815.8 pounds)
Bench Press: 227.5 kilograms (501.6 pounds)
Deadlift: 455 kilograms (1,003 pounds) — U110KG All-Time Raw World Record
Total: 1,052.5 kilograms (2,320.45 pounds) — U110KG All-Time Raw World Record
Related: Powerlifter Jamal Browner Smokes 1,003-lb (455-kg) Raw Deadlift For Two-Rep PR
Jamal Browner’s Competition History
Personal Bests
Equip
Squat
Bench
Deadlift
Total
Dots
Raw
815.7
501.6
815.7
2320.4
624.65
Competition Results
Place
Fed
Date
Competition
Division
Total
Dots
1
USPA
2022-09-24
Pro Raw Championships
Open
2320.4
624.65
Location
USA-MO
Competition
Pro Raw Championships
Division
Open
Age
27
Equipment
Raw
Class
242.5
Weight
241.2
Squat
733
782.6
815.7
815.7
Bench
463
485
501.6
501.6
Deadlift
925.9
1003.1
-1030.7
1003.1
GLP
127.51
1
USPA
2022-01-15
Hybrid Showdown 4
Open
2182.6
586.34
Location
USA-FL
Competition
Hybrid Showdown 4
Division
Open
Age
27
Equipment
Raw
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
Squat
738.5
782.6
-815.7
782.6
Bench
451.9
479.5
-501.6
479.5
Deadlift
920.4
-975.5
-975.5
920.4
GLP
119.64
1
WRPF
2021-09-25
The Bucked Up Showdown
Open
2204.6
596.86
Location
USA-MO
Competition
The Bucked Up Showdown
Division
Open
Age
26
Equipment
Raw
Class
242.5
Weight
237.7
Squat
733
804.7
804.7
Bench
429.9
474
-501.6
474
Deadlift
-865.3
925.9
-1003.1
925.9
GLP
121.97
1
WRPF
2021-02-20
Hybrid Showdown III
Open
2204.6
592.27
Location
USA-FL
Competition
Hybrid Showdown III
Division
Open
Age
26
Equipment
Raw
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
Squat
716.5
766.1
804.7
804.7
Bench
429.9
474
496
496
Deadlift
848.8
903.9
-948
903.9
GLP
120.85
DQ
USPA
2021-01-09
Circle City Super
Open
Location
USA-IN
Competition
Circle City Super
Division
Open
Age
26
Equipment
Raw
Class
275.6
Weight
259.9
Squat
705.5
771.6
771.6
Bench
429.9
-474
474
474
Deadlift
-903.9
1
WRPF
2020-02-01
Hybrid Showdown II
Open
2182.6
589.2
Location
USA-FL
Competition
Hybrid Showdown II
Division
Open
Age
25
Equipment
Raw
Class
242.5
Weight
239.4
Squat
716.5
744.1
771.6
771.6
Bench
-429.9
457.5
-479.5
457.5
Deadlift
870.8
925.9
953.5
971.1
971.1
GLP
120.34
1
USA-UA
2019-08-30
Boss of Bosses 6
Pro Open
2044.8
539.35
Location
USA-CA
Competition
Boss of Bosses 6
Division
Pro Open
Age
24
Equipment
Raw
Class
275.6
Weight
255.1
Squat
700
738.5
749.6
749.6
Bench
418.9
451.9
474
474
Deadlift
821.2
-859.8
-876.3
821.2
GLP
109.56
2
USA-UA
2018-12-15
Hybrid Deadlift Invitational
Open
837.8
225.22
Location
USA-FL
Competition
Hybrid Deadlift Invitational
Division
Open
Age
24
Equipment
Raw
Class
242.5
Weight
242.1
Deadlift
837.8
1
USPA
2018-08-04
North American Championships
Open
1984.2
536.4
Location
USA-GA
Competition
North American Championships
Division
Open
Age
23
Equipment
Raw
Class
242.5
Weight
238.5
Squat
672.4
Bench
446.4
Deadlift
865.3
GLP
109.59
DD
CPU
2017-05-27
Toronto Pro Supershow
Open
Location
Canada-ON
Competition
Toronto Pro Supershow
Division
Open
Age
22
Equipment
Raw
Class
231.5
Weight
230.6
Squat
-606.3
606.3
-639.3
606.3
Bench
385.8
402.3
-413.4
402.3
Deadlift
735.2
777.1
-804.7
777.1
1
NAPF
2017-03-03
Arnold A7 Bar Grip Pro Raw Challenge
Juniors
1813.3
500.77
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Arnold A7 Bar Grip Pro Raw Challenge
Division
Juniors
Age
22
Equipment
Raw
Class
231.5
Weight
226.2
Squat
606.3
633.8
650.4
650.4
Bench
369.3
385.8
-402.3
385.8
Deadlift
700
744.1
777.1
777.1
GLP
102.65
1
NAPF
2017-03-03
Arnold A7 Bar Grip Pro Raw Challenge
Open
1813.3
500.77
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Arnold A7 Bar Grip Pro Raw Challenge
Division
Open
Age
22
Equipment
Raw
Class
231.5
Weight
226.2
Squat
606.3
633.8
650.4
650.4
Bench
369.3
385.8
-402.3
385.8
Deadlift
700
744.1
777.1
777.1
GLP
102.65
5
USAPL
2016-10-13
Raw Nationals
MR-O
1741.6
478.11
Location
USA-GA
Competition
Raw Nationals
Division
MR-O
Age
22
Equipment
Raw
Class
231.5
Weight
229.5
Squat
562.2
595.2
622.8
622.8
Bench
352.7
374.8
396.8
396.8
Deadlift
661.4
694.5
722
722
GLP
97.93
2
USAPL
2016-10-13
Raw Nationals
MR-Jr
1741.6
478.11
Location
USA-GA
Competition
Raw Nationals
Division
MR-Jr
Age
22
Equipment
Raw
Class
231.5
Weight
229.5
Squat
562.2
595.2
622.8
622.8
Bench
352.7
374.8
396.8
396.8
Deadlift
661.4
694.5
722
722
GLP
97.93
1
USAPL
2016-07-23
Border Bash Alabama vs Georgia
MR-Jr
1603.9
441.33
Location
USA-AL
Competition
Border Bash Alabama vs Georgia
Division
MR-Jr
Age
21
Equipment
Raw
Class
231.5
Weight
228.2
Squat
518.1
534.6
556.7
556.7
Bench
352.7
363.8
380.3
380.3
Deadlift
606.3
633.8
666.9
666.9
GLP
90.43
1
USAPL
2016-07-23
Border Bash Alabama vs Georgia
MR-O
1603.9
441.33
Location
USA-AL
Competition
Border Bash Alabama vs Georgia
Division
MR-O
Age
21
Equipment
Raw
Class
231.5
Weight
228.2
Squat
518.1
534.6
556.7
556.7
Bench
352.7
363.8
380.3
380.3
Deadlift
606.3
633.8
666.9
666.9
GLP
90.43
Data Source: Open Powerlifting. Last Updated: April 12, 2023
Analyze Lifts
Jamal Browner will not be able to perform deadlifts with a sumo stance at the 2023 Giants Live Deadlift World Championships. However, he will have permission to use lifting straps and a deadlift suit, but that will be optional. It is not clear what his choice will be, but it is clear that when it comes to raw deadlifts, he is one of the best in the world.
Published: 19 April, 2023 | 10:53 AM EDT
Cheick “Iron Biby” Sanou Withdraws From 2023 World’s Strongest Man; Kristján Jón Haraldsson Steps In
Cheick “Iron Biby” Sanou is arguably the greatest Strongman from the African continent, but he has not competed in a standard competition for almost two years. Consequently, he was thrilled to be named in the 30-man lineup for the 2023 World’s Strongest Man, taking place in Myrtle Beach, SC, from April 19-23. When the competition…
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2023 World’s Strongest Man Results — Day One Qualifiers [Live Updates]
After a long wait and much anticipation, the morning of 2023 World’s Strongest Man finally arrived in sunny Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Taking place from April 19-23, the most prestigious Strongman competition features 30 athletes and three events on each of the four days. Today is the first day of qualifying, where athletes will perform the Loading Race, Deadlift Machine, and Log Ladder. A good start will be crucial for every athlete. Therefore, battles will be fought for each available point.
2023 World’s Strongest Man Day One Results And Point Standings [Live]
Group One
Pavlo Kordiyaka — 6 points
Tom Stoltman — 5 points
Bobby Thompson — 4 points
Konstantine Janashia — 3 points
Pa O’Dwyer — 2 points
Eddie Williams — 1 point
Group Two
Oleksii Novikov — 6 points
Kristján Jón Haraldsson — 5 points
Thomas Evans — 4 points
Luke Stoltman — 3 points
Gavin Bilton — 2 points
Fadi El Masri — 1 point
Group Three
Graham Hicks —
Mitchell Hooper —
Mateusz Kieliszkowski —
Mathew Ragg —
Spenser Remick —
Aivars Smaukstelis —
Group Four
Adam Bishop —
Kevin Faires —
Rauno Heinla —
Gabriel Rheaume —
Jaco Schoonwinkel —
Brian Shaw —
Group Five
Evan Singleton —
Trey Mitchell —
Eythor Ingolfsson Melsted —
Paul Smith —
Jean-Stephen Coraboeuf —
Mark Felix —
Related: Eddie Hall Reveals His Top 3 Predictions For The 2023 World’s Strongest Man
Day One Event Recap
Loading Race
For the first event of the 2023 World’s Strongest Man competition, the athletes were tasked with picking up, carrying, and loading five awkwardly shaped implements. Time was measured in this event, which meant that the goal was to complete the task as quickly as possible.
Group One
The newly crowned 2023 Europe’s Strongest Man, Pavlo Kordiyaka, was the quickest in group one, finishing all implements in just 41.38 seconds. Tom Stoltman finished in second just two seconds behind Pavlo. Finally, Bobby Thompson claimed a valuable third place in what seems to be the worst event for him on day one.
Pavlo Kordiyaka — 5 in 41.38 s
Tom Stoltman — 5 in 43.84 s
Bobby Thompson — 5 in 56.56 s
Konstantine Janashia — 5 in 61.10 s
Pa O’Dwyer — 5 in 65.89 s
Eddie Williams — 5 in 66.44 s
Group Two
The 2020 World’s Strongest Man champion, Oleksii Novikov, came back ready to claim his second title, winning event one with a time of 52.15 seconds. Kristján Jón Haraldsson was the second man to cross the line, finishing almost exactly two seconds after Oleksii. Another surprising placing came from Thomas Evans, who outperformed some big names with a time of 57.40 seconds.
However, group two saw the withdrawal of Cheick “Iron Biby” Sanou before the competition even started. He was replaced by Kristján Jón Haraldsson, who proved to be the right choice immediately.
Oleksii Novikov — 5 in 52.15 s
Kristján Jón Haraldsson — 5 in 54.18 s
Thomas Evans — 5 in 57.40 s
Luke Stoltman — 5 in 62.78 s
Gavin Bilton — 5 in 63.01 s
Fadi El Masri — 4 in 49.57 s
Group Three
Graham Hicks —
Mitchell Hooper —
Mateusz Kieliszkowski —
Mathew Ragg —
Spenser Remick —
Aivars Smaukstelis —
Group Four
Adam Bishop —
Kevin Faires —
Rauno Heinla —
Gabriel Rheaume —
Jaco Schoonwinkel —
Brian Shaw —
Group Five
Evan Singleton —
Trey Mitchell —
Eythor Ingolfsson Melsted —
Paul Smith —
Jean-Stephen Coraboeuf —
Mark Felix —
Deadlift Machine
The second event of the 2023 World’s Strongest Man is the Deadlift Machine. It will feature seven progressively heavier weights,ranging from 290 to 385 kilograms (639 to 848.8 pounds). Once they get to the weight, the athletes will perform as many reps as possible, until the 75 second time limit concludes.
*The Deadlift Machine event is set to take place at 11:29 a.m. EST
Log Ladder
Concluding day one of the 2023 World’s Strongest Man, the Log Ladder will feature a series of progressively heavier Logs, with the goal being to complete them in the shortest time possible. The time limit for this event will be 75 seconds as well.
*The Log Ladder event is set to take place at 4:49 p.m. EST.
Related: Brian Shaw Reveals How He Almost Lost His Leg In Preparation For 2023 World’s Strongest Man
2023 World’s Strongest Man Remaining Schedule
Day Two, April 20th — Qualifying
Event Four — Conan’s Wheel – 8 a.m. EST
Event Five — Kettlebell Toss – 1:20 p.m. EST
Special Event — Stone Off – 6:13 p.m. EST
Day Three, April 22nd — Finals
Event One — Fingal’s Fingers – 8 a.m. EST
Event Two — Knaack Deadlift – 10:41 a.m. EST
Event Three — Reign Shield Carry – 2:18 p.m. EST
Day Four, April 23rd — Finals
Event Four — Max Dumbbell – 8 a.m. EST
Event Five — Vehicle Pull – 10:10 a.m. EST
Event Six — Atlas Stones – 1:54 p.m. EST
Previous World’s Strongest Man Winners
Bruce Wilhelm (1977-1978)
Don Reinhoudt (1979)
Bill Kazmaier (1980-1982)
Geoff Capes (1983, 1985)
Jón Páll Sigmarsson (1984, 1986, 1988, 1990)
Jamie Reeves (1989)
Magnús Ver Magnússon (1991, 1994-1996)
Ted van der Parre (1992)
Gary Taylor (1993)
Jouko Ahola (1997, 1999)
Magnus Samuelson (1998)
Janne Virtanen (2000)
Svend Karlsen (2001)
Mariusz Pudzianowski (2002, 2003, 2005, 2007, 2008)
Vasyl Virastyuk (2004)
Phil Pfister (2006)
Žydrūnas Savickas (2009, 2010, 2012, 2014)
Brian Shaw (2011, 2013, 2015, 2016)
Eddie Hall (2017)
Hafthór Júlíus Björnsson (2018)
Martins Licis (2019)
Oleksii Novikov (2020)
Tom Stoltman (2021, 2022)
Related: Every Winner of The World’s Strongest Man Competition Since 1977
How To Watch
A live stream of the 2023 World’s Strongest Man competition is not available unless you are in Myrtle Beach, SC. We will, however, provide coverage of every aspect of the competition as it unfolds.
FAQs
How Does The Scoring System Work?
The resulting system is based on the number of competitors. Seeing that there are six athletes in each group, the winner of the event gets six points, with every following position receiving one point less.
Who Won Last Year’s World’s Strongest Man Title?
Tom Stoltman from Scotland is the reigning 2x World’s Strongest Man champion. He won two consecutive titles in 2021 and 2022.
Find complete coverage of the 2023 World’s Strongest Man, including exclusive interviews, event recaps, analysis, and results at our WSM coverage hub: FitnessVolt.com/wsm
Published: 19 April, 2023 | 10:02 AM EDT
Jay Cutler Talks Mike Mentzer Quitting After losing to Arnold Schwarzenegger at 1980 Mr. Olympia
Bodybuilding icon Jay Cutler enjoyed one of the most successful careers in the sport before stepping away years ago. In a recent YouTube video, Cutler explored the history of bodybuilding, discussing the controversial 1980 Mr. Olympia that resulted in Mike Mentzer quitting the sport after Arnold Schwarzenegger took gold. Jay Cutler first rose to prominence…
Arnold Schwarzenegger Shares Workout of the Week Using Intense Cluster Sets
Bodybuilding legend Arnold Schwarzenegger continues to inspire generations after an astounding career. In a recent edition of The Daily Pump Newsletter, Schwarzenegger shared an intense workout of the week using cluster sets for added difficulty.
Arnold Schwarzenegger first gained attention in the 1970s and early 80s for his impressive muscle mass, symmetry, and conditioning in the Men’s Open division. He dominated the stages of the IFBB Pro League, winning seven Mr. Olympia titles, and is remembered for epic battles against three-time champion Sergio Oliva, three-time winner Frank Zane, former champ Samir Bannout, and Franco Columbu.
Schwarzenegger emerged as an international superstar following his bodybuilding career. His dynamic personality was on full display in the 1977 docudrama Pumping Iron alongside Lou Ferrigno. The film found mainstream success and elevated the sport to a new level.
Schwarzenegger continued to expand his creative footprint in the world of entertainment after stepping away from bodybuilding. Using the same discipline and work ethic he developed as a competitor, Schwarzenegger established himself as a bona fide Hollywood sensation with lead roles in several blockbuster franchises.
‘The Austrian Oak’ commands a huge following of 23.6 million followers on Instagram. He has not lost his passion for working out and encourages his fans to lead a healthy lifestyle. He suggested the use of about 200-300 milligrams of caffeine as a pre-workout to boost your performance in training sessions.
He added the caveat of not consuming caffeine at least nine hours before sleep to avoid any disturbances. Then, Schwarzenegger detailed a simple yet effective tip to shed pounds by incorporating meal replacement shakes instead of whole foods.
Schwarzenegger recommended the use of wave training to push through plateaus in the gym a few weeks ago. He credited the intensity technique for breaking through training obstacles. He followed that up with a brutal nine-minute core workout that required no equipment. As of late, Arnie detailed the benefits of using bodyweight workouts to build leg strength and improve cardiovascular health.
The 75-year-old gave fans a look into his bodyweight workout of the week to build muscle last month. He stressed the importance of focusing on resistance as opposed to weights for achieving muscle growth. His next workout used Myo-Reps, a training method used by Norwegian strength coach Borge Fagerli, to pack on the pounds.
Arnold Schwarzenegger shares workout of the week using cluster sets
In a recent edition of The Daily Pump Newsletter, Arnold Schwarzenegger shared a grueling workout of the week that utilized cluster sets.
“When time is short, one of the best ways to get in a great workout is by supersetting exercises. That means performing one exercise after another with little rest,” explained Schwarzenegger. “You might have seen Arnold train like this when he performed a chest exercise followed by a back exercise.
“But we like to throw in a little wrinkle to help make you stronger. That’s where cluster sets come in. Cluster sets are just like supersets, but you do multiple supersets within one cluster. This technique allows you to use a heavier weight than you normally would because of how you’re staging the reps and sets.”
Here’s how it works:
Select a weight you can lift for 4 to 5 reps for a push exercise (like a chest press) and 6 to 8 reps for a pulling exercise (like rows). Then do the following,
Set 1: 2 reps of push + 4 reps of pull (no rest)
Set 2: 1 rep of push + 2 reps of pull (no rest)
Set 3: 3 reps of push + 6 reps of pull (rest 3 min)
That’s one cluster. You’ll repeat this a total of two to three times, and then you’re done. Two exercises and you’ll be pumped, your heart rate will be up, and you should feel stronger.
Do the math, and you’re doing 6 reps (with your 4-rep maximum weight) on pushing exercises and 12 reps (with your 6 to 8 rep maximum weight) for pulling exercises.
Cluster 2: Pair a lower-body push exercise (like a squat) with a lower-body hinge exercise (like a deadlift).
Here’s how it works:
Select a weight you can lift for 6 to 8 reps for the lower body push exercise and 12 to 15 reps for the hinge exercise. Then do the following,
Set 1: 4 reps of push + 8 reps of hinge (no rest)
Set 2: 3 reps of push + 6 reps of hinge (no rest)
Set 3: 5 reps of push + 10 reps of hinge(rest 3 min)
That’s one cluster. Just like the upper body workout, do two to three total clusters and call it a day.
Arnold Schwarzenegger offered an alternate version using the same technique for those who prefer bodyweight training routines.
If you’re doing bodyweight exercises, here’s how you can make this plan work for you.
Bodyweight Version
The bodyweight idea is very similar. The cluster sets will help you be able to do more reps than usual. But, because no weight is involved, you’re going to do higher reps. And, we’re going to pair an upper body and a lower body exercise. Here’s how it worksCluster Example: Assume you do pushups for your upper body movements and squats for your lower body movement.
Set 1: 7 reps of an upper body exercise + 7 reps of a lower body exercise
Set 2: 6 reps of an upper body exercise + 6 reps of a lower body exercise
Set 3: 8 reps of an upper body exercise + 8 reps of a lower body exercise (rest 3 minutes)
That’s one cluster. You’ll repeat this a total of two to three times, and you’re done with the first cluster.Then, for the second cluster, you would select two new movements such as bodyweight row and lunges and repeat the process, and then call it a day.
NOTE: You’ll want to do a warmup and build up to these weights with 3 sets of each movement. In all, each cluster should take about 20-25 minutes. So, a cluster can be its own workout. Or, set aside 45 minutes to an hour and have an amazing full-body workout with just four exercises.
Arnold Schwarzenegger provided a convenient 5-minute workout routine that could be performed anywhere earlier this month. He suggested using the workout in the morning to start your day or as a warm-up for a more comprehensive training routine.
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Despite hanging up his posing trunks decades ago, Schwarzenegger’s influence on the sport is palpable to this day. Samir Bannout credited him as the greatest bodybuilder of all time and believes he would dispatch the elite contenders of the modern era.
Published: 18 April, 2023 | 11:38 PM EDT
Ryan Reynolds on Keeping Up with ‘Beast’ Hugh Jackman Training for Deadpool 3: ‘I’m Trying’
Canadian superstar Ryan Reynolds is gearing up to lead the cast in Deadpool 3 alongside Australian actor Hugh Jackman. In a recent interview with ET Canada, Reynolds opened up on his struggles in trying to keep up with Jackman in terms of physicality.
Ryan Reynolds first gained attention for his work in the Canadian teen soap opera Hillside in the early 90s. Hailing from Vancouver, British Columbia, Reynolds found his passion for acting early as a teenager. Following a string of comedy roles, Reynolds switched gears for the action movie Blade: Trinity (2004). He displayed his versatility with a stronger physique in the project. In 2009, Reynolds got signed to play the role of Wade Wilson/Weapon XI in the X-Men Origins: Wolverine.
Following the film, Reynolds worked hard on developing a standalone Deadpool movie that did not rely on any other portrayal and instead was rooted in the comic book source material. He found immense success with the launch of Deadpool (2016), which crushed many box-office records and convinced the studio to turn the project into a franchise.
Hugh Jackman led the cast for the prequel X-men film and made headlines for his insane build. He continued to build on his physique to don the burly superhero in future installations. In 2013, Jackman left the fitness world stunned with his crazy ripped package in the film The Wolverine. After two further cameos, Jackman decided to step away from the demanding character with a final appearance in Logan (2017).
In 2018, Ryan Reynolds reprised the role of the anti-hero in Deadpool 2. Besides his work in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Reynolds starred in other films like 6 Underground (2019), Hitman’s Wife’s Bodyguard (2021), and Red Notice (2021). He enlisted the help of bodybuilder Aaron Reed to play the role of his freakishly jacked alter-ego in Free Guy (2021). The hulking 6’7” mass monster gave fans a sneak peek at the role in Aug. 2021.
Earlier this year, Hugh Jackman opened up about how he got in superhero shape to play Wolverine. He declined ever using steroids to prepare for the role and credited his muscularity to an old-school diet of consuming lots of chicken.
The 54-year-old laid out a couple of fierce leg workout routines he utilized to get ready for Deadpool 3 two months ago. He performed a heavy set of squats before providing a look into his leg press workout. He followed up by showing off his ripped physique while crushing a grueling core workout last month.
Ryan Reynolds opens up on his struggles to keep up with Hugh Jackman for Deadpool 3
In a recent YouTube video, Ryan Reynolds talked about his preparations to get in shape with Hugh Jackman for Deadpool 3.
“I’m trying [to keep up with Hugh],” said Reynolds. “Hugh Jackman is a beast. He’s clearly obsessed with his own body so keeping up with someone who’s that diligent is going to be challenging but yeah it’s been fun. He and I are both really excited. We’ve wanted to do this for a decade so to have this opportunity now is weirdly perfect timing.”
As per IMDb, Deadpool 3 is currently in pre-production and is expected to hit the theaters on November 8, 2024. It will star Matthew Macfadyen, Ryan Reynolds, and Morena Baccarin. Shawn Levy is the director whereas Rob Liefeld, Wendy Molyneux, and Lizzie Molyneux-Logelin serve as the writers.
You can watch the full video below.
Published: 18 April, 2023 | 7:30 PM EDT