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Ronnie Coleman’s 3 Best (& Worst) Bodybuilding Tips Ever

They call him “the King” for a reason. Ronnie Coleman, eight-time Mr. Olympia winner and purveyor of household staples like “Yeah, buddy,” had one of the best physiques to ever grace a bodybuilding...

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Exclusive: Inside Team China’s Youth Weightlifting Industry

Back in June, Hillary Tran went a little bit viral. By posting an Instagram Reel — as of Oct. 2024, it’s up to 4.8 million hits — showing some of Team China’s youth athlete development camps in...

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Every Winner of the Classic Physique Olympia

Everybody loves a vintage comeback. In bodybuilding, the Classic Physique division, which debuted in 2016, was established to promote bodies that harken back to the Golden Era of bodybuilding from the...

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Every Winner of the Bikini Olympia

It’s hard to imagine Olympia weekend without the now-infamous Bikini Division, which rewards beauty, poise, and intense muscular conditioning in women. But before 2010, women’s competitors had three...

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Every Winner of the Ms. Olympia Bodybuilding Competition

For the first several decades of bodybuilding’s existence, competitions existed mainly for men, with contests laden in the male honorific — Mr. Universe, Mr. America, and, of course, Mr. Olympia....

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Why Do Strength Athletes Use Smelling Salts?

Have you ever caught a whiff of something gnarly in the weight room? No, not that. Something that smells like the air itself is burning. Take a look around and you might find a hardcore powerlifter...

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Best Tips For the Holidays, From the Experts

The holiday season can be an enjoyable time of year. Taking in the festivities, chowing down on delicious food, spending time with family members and loved ones — you know the routine. However, the...

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Nutrition and Strength Training Guidance for Trans and Nonbinary Athletes:...

Whether you’re a long-time gym lover or just someone who’s trying to get a grasp on the best nutritional strategies for your body, you might have some trouble finding training advice or nutrition...

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The Benefits of Staying Active During the Holidays

Even when armed with the best tips for the holidays, the “most wonderful time of the year” can still be stressful. Studies report that 89% of people report seasonal stress stemming from concerns such...

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Showmanship on the Sand: The Rise and Fall of the Original Muscle Beach

Venice. Los Angeles, California. You duck between family reunions and skateboarding teenagers. The bustling boardwalk is lined with street vendors, hot dogs, and performers doing everything from...

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