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Joey Swoll Defends Man Being Confronted For Performing Handstands In The Gym
Joey Swoll continues to speak out against toxic gym culture that can hurt others.
Joey Swoll has been on a mission to speak out and defend those who are being impacted by toxic gym culture. This can be women who are being leered at while working out or men having comments thrown at them depending on how much weight they can lift. In a recent video, Swoll defends a man who is practicing his handstands during his time at the gym.
In the video, the gym-goer is seen, via TikTok, performing a handstand on the turf area of the gym. A man walks by and makes comments about how he should be doing this at home and not in the gym.
“Sometimes people are just miserable, and they want to ruin someone else’s day.” Joey Swoll said.
This is a perfect example of what Swoll has discussed in the past. The video has gone viral and is nearing two million likes.
Joey Swoll Speaks On Rude Comments By Gym-Goer
Joey Swoll begins his videos by showing the original incident before sliding in and giving his opinion. This time, he saw nothing wrong with what the man was doing by performing handstands.
“He did nothing wrong. To not let it absorb him and to not let it affect his love or passion for the gym or his contest. I’ll tell you what’s pretty cool, to see so many people like and comment on that video, supporting him shows that gym culture is changing and you all are the reason why. Thank you. Keep doing it.”
The man in the video was seen minding his own business while working out and this is the point that Swoll has made many times. There are incidents where it is not necessary to comment or make someone feel bad for nothing.
“You know, this is really sad to see, not just at the gym, but everywhere. For someone to treat someone or speak to someone like this, completely uncalled for. I immediately reached out to Alex, the young man in the video, and I just let him know: hurt people, hurt people.”
Joey Swoll took the time to reach out to this TikTok user following his video. Gyms are public spaces and many interactions like this can happen when people do not mind their own business and involve themselves with others. Swoll has been a voice of reason recently sharing videos to explain what should be happening in a public space, such as the gym.
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Steve Kuclo Looks Impressive Days Out From 2022 Texas Pro
Steve Kuclo looks incredible heading into the Texas Pro.
Ten days out from the 2022 Texas Pro Steve Kuclo is looking impressive and poised to win the show. The veteran bodybuilder has been posting physique updates and workouts in prep for the show and looks as good as ever.
2021 proved to be a tough year for Steve Kuclo. The veteran competitor was all but ready to step onto the Olympia stage if not for being out dueled by Iain Valliere at last year’s Texas Pro. While acquitting himself well and showcasing an incredible physique, Kuclo was outdone in just a few choice poses that would ultimately cost him the Olympia qualification.
Now, having to return to the drawing board, Steve Kuclo has kept his head down and has been hard at work in the gym. The countless hours of preparation has seen his physique improve gradually throughout the year. He’s looking to dominate the competition at this year’s Texas Pro. It’s take no prisoners and Kuclo is looking the part of champion two and a half weeks out from the show.
2.5 weeks out of @battleupproductions #TexasPro
281lbs in the video & Team Kuclo dialing things in one day at a time. The ? of Texas will remain in Texas this year.
Now with just days left until the show, Steve Kuclo is putting the finishing touches on his physique. While the competition was more fierce at last year’s show, Kuclo appears to be the front runner in 2022. The Texas Pro is his to lose, but that only means Kuclo will be even more focused to secure victory.
10 Days Out
In a recent clip posted to Instagram, Steve Kuclo is seen performing specific movements for both his triceps and delts days out. From the looks of things Kuclo is looking more massive than ever and appears to be in solid condition.
Some of the bread & butter tricep movements today after training delts. 10 days out of the Texas Pro… laser focused and dialing it in.
Steve Kuclo has been top of the food chain for years now with a few setbacks holding him back. This year we’re likely to see the best version of Kuclo yet as he hopes to qualify for the 2022 Olympia with a big win in just under 10 days time.
What do you think of Steve Kuclo and his physique heading into the Texas Pro?
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Fitness Stars The Buff Dudes Show Changes To Physique After Running Everyday For 30 Days
The Buff Dudes spent 30 days preparing for a 10k and chronicled how it changed their physiques.
Fitness influencers all around the world have been attempting difficult trends within fitness to challenge themselves in different ways. Fitness stars The Buff Dudes, brothers Brandon and Hudson White, are no different. They have been seen doing some wild stunts on their YouTube page. Recently, the brothers spent a month training for a 10k and kept track on how the running changed their physiques.
Cardio is not the preferred method of training for bodybuilders and they do not usually fare well during his portion. The Buff Dudes keep cardio in their regimens but decided to kick it up a notch over the course of 30 days.
Both Brandon and Hudson White reveal that they are not changing their training in the gym. They are keeping their similar workout plans while adding a run every day for a month. This causes extra strain on their lower half.
“My legs are killing me on these runs. The good thing is my cardiovascular strength is there. I feel very strong there but I’m working out pretty regularly and the workouts are strenuous. I’m definitely feeling the fatigue in my muscles,” Brandon White says.
What was the overall result?
The Buff Dudes make sure to keep their level of stretching up over the course of this month. They also focus heavily on nutrition to recover muscles and remain mobile. Hudson White continues to explain some of the difficulties that were faced.
“I’m used to the gym where you’re doing eight reps of deadlift then you get a nice, healthy break there before continuing onto the next set. With this, there are no breaks and it can be so psychological because I want to quit by the end of that first half mile and I still know I’ve got a long way to go.”
Cardio has been known to help athletes remain lean. They build cardiovascular strength and stamina, which is beneficial when performing certain exercises. So, what happened to these brothers after running for 30 days in a row?
Brandon and Hudson White reveal at the end that they each lost one pound from the beginning of the month. They are leader than they were but did not lose gains over the course of 30 days. What The Buff Dudes showed is that performing cardio daily will bring many benefits without losing that muscle mass.
“That was humbling. Hell of a lot of fun though and it only makes you want to get better,” Hudson White said.
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PNBA Classic Physique Kevin Chapman’s Unbelievable Natural Bodybuilding Transformation
Image via Instagram @flexxrx
PNBA Classic Physique Kevin Chapman showcases an inspiring natural bodybuilding transformation.
Natural bodybuilding has seen many inspiring transformations, especially in the International Natural Bodybuilding Association (INBA)/Professional Natural Bodybuilding Association (PNBA) league. PNBA Classic Physique competitor Kevin Chapman showcased his natural bodybuilding transformation on social media.
You can view Kevin Chapman’s natural bodybuilding transformation below.
Kevin Chapman placed fourth at 2021 Natural Olympia in the Men’s Classic Physique Masters class (11th in the Men’s Classic Physique Open). And he plans to work to improve his physique for the future. In an Instagram post on November 15, 2021, after Natural Olympia, Chatman expressed:
“Thank you to everyone who supported me on this year’s road to the #NaturalOlympia2021 Goal was top 5 came in 4th!!!!
To my wife -You started me on this journey and showed what’s possible when you choose change over the status quo! Now we aim for that #1 spot together!!
And a huge thank you to everyone else children & grandchildren!! (Yes I’m a Grandpa)
@inbapnbaglobal_official what a show!! What a great organization to compete in!!!
@michaelpucci_ #teamunique the man with the master plan— best Natty Coach hands down!!
@genethebarber81 besides providing the sickest fade on the planet— I appreciate the encouragement and conversations that always keeps me thinking outside the box
@tanningbyshawnjohn making sure all of our hard work gets showed off properly on stage!! I appreciate you and your team!!
We’re not done yet Fam training starts now to improve entire physique to bring something truly special to the stage in the near future— stay tuned you don’t want to miss this!!!”
INBA PNBA Training
The INBA PNBA allows athletes to build their most excellent potential physique without using drugs. And compete on the most significant natural bodybuilding stage with the biggest names in a supportive and friendly environment.
To build this elite natural physique and share a stage with natural bodybuilding greats like Chad Martin and Philip Ricardo Jr., natural bodybuilders train intensively with a lot of volume and a strict nutrition plan. Contest prepping is even more rigorous since it’s the weeks before a show. Natural athletes have reported sleep disturbances, hormone imbalances, and fatigue during this crunch time.
That said, many natural bodybuilders’ training and nutrition are healthy most of their career since they spend ample time bulking during the off-season. And even take years off from competing to focus on growing their physique. Moreover, since they’re natural, they don’t do as much volume as steroid users. Natural athletes need to give their bodies more time to recover between workouts. For example, Ben Howard only trains three days a week.
Natural bodybuilding has allowed longevity for natural athletes who want to have their physique in peak conditioning and compete indefinitely. For instance, Chad Martin and Philip Ricardo Jr. have competed in natural bodybuilding competitions for decades. And still have a fantastic physique past middle age.
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PNBA Classic Physique Kevin Chatman’s Unbelievable Natural Bodybuilding Transformation
Image via Instagram @flexxrx
PNBA Classic Physique Kevin Chatman showcases an inspiring natural bodybuilding transformation.
Natural bodybuilding has seen many inspiring transformations, especially in the International Natural Bodybuilding Association (INBA)/Professional Natural Bodybuilding Association (PNBA) league. PNBA Classic Physique competitor Kevin Chatman showcased his natural bodybuilding transformation on social media.
You can view Kevin Chatman’s natural bodybuilding transformation below.
Kevin Chatman placed fourth at 2021 Natural Olympia in the Men’s Classic Physique Masters class (11th in the Men’s Classic Physique Open). And he plans to work to improve his physique for the future. In an Instagram post on November 15, 2021, after Natural Olympia, Chatman expressed:
“Thank you to everyone who supported me on this year’s road to the #NaturalOlympia2021 Goal was top 5 came in 4th!!!!
To my wife -You started me on this journey and showed what’s possible when you choose change over the status quo! Now we aim for that #1 spot together!!
And a huge thank you to everyone else children & grandchildren!! (Yes I’m a Grandpa)
@inbapnbaglobal_official what a show!! What a great organization to compete in!!!
@michaelpucci_ #teamunique the man with the master plan— best Natty Coach hands down!!
@genethebarber81 besides providing the sickest fade on the planet— I appreciate the encouragement and conversations that always keeps me thinking outside the box
@tanningbyshawnjohn making sure all of our hard work gets showed off properly on stage!! I appreciate you and your team!!
We’re not done yet Fam training starts now to improve entire physique to bring something truly special to the stage in the near future— stay tuned you don’t want to miss this!!!”
INBA PNBA Training
The INBA PNBA allows athletes to build their most excellent potential physique without using drugs. And compete on the most significant natural bodybuilding stage with the biggest names in a supportive and friendly environment.
To build this elite natural physique and share a stage with natural bodybuilding greats like Chad Martin and Philip Ricardo Jr., natural bodybuilders train intensively with a lot of volume and a strict nutrition plan. Contest prepping is even more rigorous since it’s the weeks before a show. Natural athletes have reported sleep disturbances, hormone imbalances, and fatigue during this crunch time.
That said, many natural bodybuilders’ training and nutrition are healthy most of their career since they spend ample time bulking during the off-season. And even take years off from competing to focus on growing their physique. Moreover, since they’re natural, they don’t do as much volume as steroid users. Natural athletes need to give their bodies more time to recover between workouts. For example, Ben Howard only trains three days a week.
Natural bodybuilding has allowed longevity for natural athletes who want to have their physique in peak conditioning and compete indefinitely. For instance, Chad Martin and Philip Ricardo Jr. have competed in natural bodybuilding competitions for decades. And still have a fantastic physique past middle age.
Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter for more natural bodybuilding inspiration!
Jay Cutler Thinks “Big Is Out,” Prefers Lean Diet: ‘They Want To Be A Lot Leaner’
Jay Cutler had plenty of insight on the new diets that are being used to remain lean.
Jay Cutler rose to the top of bodybuilding during the 2000s after years of building that championship physique. The four-time Olympia champion has been vocal about all things bodybuilding since retiring from action. This includes diet plans that athletes, in and out of bodybuilding, have been adhering to.
Cutler broke the eight-year streak of Olympia victories for Ronnie Coleman in 2006. This was the first of two back-to-back reigns for Cutler, having also won in 2007 and again in 2009-2010. Cutler had an incredible work ethic on stage and dedication to his diet.
During his career, Cutler used to eat upwards of 140 egg whites per day. This is an example of the wild diets he used to follow in order to keep his physique at the highest level. Now, he continues to help others when putting together what might work for them.
“The biggest question I get is overcoming challenges, setting goals, how to prioritize, how to stay motivated because they want to build muscle and they want to lose body fat at the same time, can you do this? Yes.
“Everyone’s body is different so it’s hard for someone to coach someone exactly because they have their own ways.”
Jay Cutler Shared Honest Opinion On Bulking vs. Lean Bulk
Jay Cutler broke down some different diet ideas on a recent episode of Jay Walking. Today, Cutler believes that being lean is the preferred look.
“I think it’s better now in today’s society, they want to be a lot leaner. They’re scared to be bigger. I think big is kind of out. I’m not sure what you think. I don’t know if it’s in, because Open is still the king. Open is still the king. It’s just that the road to get there is much longer. I don’t know if it’s harder.”
“Back in my early era with bodybuilding, everyone wanted to get bigger. Bigger was like… I think people still want to get bigger somewhat, but people were always trying to get bigger.”
Jay Cutler explains how all bodies are different, which means that diets have to be put together in different ways. There is no specific way to explain to someone how to diet.
“The requests that come in are crazy, the weight challenges for people. It just sucks because the education is just not there for the younger generation. Like, okay this is how you should eat.”
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Plans Are Different Depending On The Person
Jay Cutler continues to discuss goals that are popular nowadays. Whether it is bulking or curing down, it is important to understand what your plan is when putting together a diet plan.
“What’s the goal though? Is it bulking or is it getting lean? I mean, everyone’s goal is different.”
“I’m suggesting right now, go chase the lean physique. If I was to train someone, and they were bulky, I hate that word bulky but if they had a little more body fat, I would tone them down more before I really started feeding them a lot of calories.”
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Brewing Beef! Iain Valliere Versus Antoine Vaillant and Blessing Awodibu
Iain Valliere appears to be waging a war of words with Antoine Vaillant and Blessing Awodibu.
It appears that top bodybuilders Iain Valliere, Antoine Vaillant, and Blessing Awodibu are embroiled in some online beef. Things started with a simple post made by Vaillant. The post was a comparison picture between Vaillant and Valliere from the recent Vancouver Pro. Valliere would end up beating Vaillant by one point at the show, which likely left a bad taste for the Quebec based bodybuilder.
Everyone enjoys a good rivalry in sports. It brings another level of vested interest in the outcome of events. While competing with honor and integrity is always a great thing to see, it’s even more exciting to see when two or more individuals are invested in the defeat of the other. It appears that a healthy new rivalry is brewing between Ian Valliere, Antoine Vaillant, and Blessing Awodibu.
Antoine Vaillant posted a back comparison pic of he and Iain Valliere at the Vancouver Pro show. Vaillant clearly implies that he beat Valliere from the back at the show. As such, it appears that Vaillant is out for revenge at the 2022 Olympia where he’ll encounter Valliere once again.
What do you guys think?.Me and @iainvalliere from the @vanproshow … #20weeksout Mr. ⭕️ round 2?
Valliere Responds, Blessing Chimes In
Iain Valliere made a comment of his own on the post stating the following.
Oh you want a 4th whooping I see ?
To make matters even more interesting, it appears that Awodibu is getting in on the action as well.
@antoinev87 this’s not even close ?, you smoked this dude , zero back details just size , that’s why he thinks bodybuilding is all about size now , and even when it’s come to size you made him look like a child lol and where’s the damn calves on this guy ?.
Valliere’s Harsh Words for Blessing
Blessing Awodibu would essentially inject himself in the middle of the conversation. Awodibu believes that Vaillant deserved the win over Iain Valliere. Suffice it to say, Valliere disagreed with Awodibu’s assessment of the situation.
@blessing_awodibu you’re about as good a judge as you are a bodybuilder. No wonder your physique looks like a child made it out of playdoh.
All of this from one post. Judging from the silence of Antoine Vaillant, he doesn’t want any kind of serious beef. He did, however, spark a great deal of interest in the outcome at the 2022 Olympia.
Are you more or less excited to see Antoine Vaillant, Iain Valliere, and Blessing Awodibu at the 2022 Olympia?
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Kamal Elgargni Believes Competitors Should Earn Qualification To Olympia, Says Derek Lunsford “Needs More Time”
Kamal Elgargni recently discussed the 2022 Tampa Pro and Derek Lunsford’s potential move to Men’s Open.
Kamal Elgargni is preparing to make his debut in Men’s Open after being a champion in the 212 division. He will not be the last to do so as Derek Lunsford might be preparing to do the same thing in the coming years. This is a topic that Elgargni discussed during a recent interview.
Elgargni was crowned the 2019 Olympia 212 champion, finishing ahead of Lunsford. Now, he is making the move to Men’s Open while Lunsford is the reigning 212 champion. He returned in 2020 to defend his title but fell to Shaun Clarida. He has been training with some of the mass monsters, such as Nick Walker, in Men’s Open preparing to take the stage.
Elgargni shared his plans to compete in both the 2022 Tampa Pro and Texas Pro in the upcoming weeks. In a recent interview with Muscular Development Magazine, Elgargni discussed his prep, along with Lunsford’s potential move to Men’s Open.
Kamal Elgargni Believes Derek Lunsford Needs More Time
Kamal Elgargni knows a thing or two about the Olympia process and Derek Lunsford as a competitor. They have had some battles on stage in the past. Elgargni was honest about his opinion and believes that competitors should have to earn their way to the biggest stage in the sport.
“Well, to be honest, for him, if he gets the invite, I think everybody should earn their win and their qualification but there is some circumstances or there is sometimes you need some special invites if, if as we see, come on Ron. We’ve seen lately with heavyweights We haven’t seen much quality there.”
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Kamal Elgargni is qualified for life to compete in the 212 division because he is a former champion. Also, the top finishers from the previous show automatically qualify for next year’s show. Other than that, athletes have to win a show to qualify or earn enough points in the standings to gain access to the Olympia.
Elgargni continued to explain how Lunsford has the ability and look to compete in Men’s Open but might not be ready just yet. He believes that the 212 champion needs more time to polish his physique and make improvements.
“When Derek did Pittsburgh, that guest pose, he fits up really well as you see with social media going crazy and he deserves it. He will be, he’s got all the tools to be a Mr. Olympia. He’s good, but I think he needs more time. To give him an invitation, that’s, I look at that more business-wise.”
Kamal Elgargni is preparing to step on stage in two major shows this season. If he is able to win one, he will have a chance to battle some of the best competitors in the world. As for Lunsford, Elgargni views this as a business decision.
“What’s Derek going to make? What’s Derek going to do? I think it’s too early to give it to him because he’s won only one time in Mr. Olympia in the 212.”
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PNBA Evet Markarian Shares Vital Tips for Bikini Bodybuilding
PNBA Evet Markarian shares critical ab exercises and nutrition tips for the INBA PNBA Bikini category.
Visible athletic abs are essential to the judging criteria in the International Natural Bodybuilding Association (INBA)/Professional Natural Bodybuilding Association (PNBA) Bikini Divas class. And, of course, your nutrition is essential for every natural bodybuilding division. Professional Natural Bodybuilding Association (PNBA) athlete Evet Markarian is a bikini competitor, and she explains ab exercises and nutrition tips to help sculpt your physique for the bikini division.
According to Evet Markarian’s Instagram profile, she’s a 2021 Natural Olympia gold medal winner in the Bikini, Bikini Angels, and Sport Model categories. And she shared a post on February 7th, 2022, that she received her PNBA pro card.
Bikini Bodybuilding Ab Exercises and Benefits
Evet Markarian makes planks and hanging leg raises staples in her abdominal training plan. On Instagram, she laid out the benefits of each ab exercise.
Planks
Evet Markarian said:
“Planks are a simple and power-packed total body exercise that can help you build strength in your lower and upper body, engage your core, and strengthen your ability to brace your abdominals while activating other related muscles, such as your glutes, hamstrings and lower back. Planking improves your body posture as well. Even doing just one minute of planks each day can help you achieve amazing results over time.”
Hanging Leg Raises
Evet Markarian stated:
“Are hanging leg raises effective?
Yes! Hanging leg raises primarily work the abdominals and hip flexors, and are a great addition to any fitness routine for overall core strength, spine health, and mobility.
Start by hanging on a bar, keeping your body straight, and then lift your legs parallel to the ground while keeping them straight (4 x 12/15).”
Nutrients for Fitness
Evet Markarian also dove into the importance of including proper nutrition in your diet. Markarian said:
“Why are nutrients important for fitness?
They give your body the energy it needs to do the job you want, even if you are trying to lose weight. Insufficient nutrition can reduce muscle mass, lower bone density, and cause fatigue. This puts you at risk of injury and illness, increases recovery time, causes hormonal problems, and, for women, menstrual issues.
You need quality carbs, lean protein, heart-healthy fats, and fluids for exercise.”
Bikini Bodybuilding Division
There are a few different INBA PNBA bikini divisions, including Bikini Divas, Bikini Angels, and Biknin Mamas.
Ab definition is essential in the Bikini Divas division but not necessarily in the Bikini Angels class. Bikini Divas athletes should exhibit a slight degree of definition. But Bikini Angels competitors are scored primarily on their presentation and personality.
Therefore, INBA PNBA athletes must train depending on the division they’re competing in since each division will require individual criteria for judges scoring. For example, Men’s Physique Natural Olympia champ William Long says that legs aren’t going to play a big part in the Men’s Physique division since board shorts are worn.
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Bodybuilding Veteran Lee Labrada Shows Off Shredded Quads At “62 Years Young”
Bodybuilding legend Lee Labrada continues to hit the gym hard in retirement.
Lee Labrada has a long history of competing against some of the elite bodybuilders of all-time. He enjoyed a high-level physique of his own with strong conditioning over the course of his career. Now, Labrada continues to crush workouts in the gym during retirement.
Labrada saw a long career of battles with Olympia champions such as Lee Haney and Dorian Yates. Once his time on stage was done, Labrada became CEO of “Labrada Nutrition” and helps others become the best version of themselves. He has found ways to keep his physique in tact and showed it off in a recent workout video.
Labrada took to Instagram to share a video during a quad workout where his legs are looking extremely shredded.
“62 years young and I keep on climbing, by the grace of God. Working out revitalizes next. I love the energy in the gym. Every day is a new day, an opportunity to get better. Win the day! @hunterlabrada I hope you enjoy the new song Keep on Climbing from my band’s new release, listen to it on Spotify.”
Lee Labrada has been training some top competitors as of late. This includes Terrence Ruffin when the two were seen hitting some different poses. During his time on stage, Labrada was known for his incredible routines. Of course, Labrada is the father of Men’s Open star Hunter Labrada.
Over the last year, Hunter Labrada has turned into one of the best bodybuilders in Men’s Open. He finished fourth at the 2021 Olympia after a victory at the Chicago Pro. This year, he will look to take the next step into the top three or even higher. Lee Labrada believes that his son is destined to win an Olympia title over the course of his career.
With all of the dangers in bodybuilding recently, Lee Labrada has been working to find ways to improve the sport and physiques with diets and workout plans. He is a time example that the work is paying off as he continues to maintain a championship-level physique.
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