For over 16 years, Nick Best was a fixture on the competitive strongman circuit. As a simultaneous powerlifter for much of that time, he developed a reputation for being one of the more versatile strength sports athletes of his era. In at least one competitive avenue, the 54-year-old athlete is formally drawing the curtains. After finishing in second…
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Shaun Clarida had a fascinating conundrum heading into the 2022 Mr. Olympia. By winning the 212 Olympia title in 2020, the athlete has a permanent berth to compete in that respective division at the prestigious event every year should he so choose. However, with a Men’s Open win at the 2021 Legion Sports Fest, he could’ve theoretically made…
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How can you prioritize getting sleep during the holidays—and make sure you’re getting the quantity and quality of rest you need to feel and function your best?
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Hi friends! How’s the week treating you? I hope you’re having a wonderful day! I’m off to get some blood work done for InsideTracker and filming videos all day. I hope you have a wonderful day! Today, the gift guide fun continues with holiday gifts and under $50 faves. I know we all have a…
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There aren’t many muscle-building or strength-focused training programs that leave out  the traditional lat pulldown. Many effective workouts include this classic, and for good reason. Pulling in a vertical pattern strengthens your back, shoulders, and arms, while also building the muscles that support and stabilize your shoulder blades. This maintains healthy joint function which, in turn, keeps your…
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Are you suffering from neck pain or a stiff neck? Get these exercises on how to relieve neck tension and pain in the shoulders and upper back area.

In terms of accomplishments and influence on the sport of strongman, few athletes could compare to the exploits of Brian Shaw and Eddie Hall. Both are former World’s Strongest Man (WSM) champions, both plan to continue to plug away in various strength endeavors as competitors, and both seem to have no long-term desire to rack their circus dumbbells…
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At 47 years old, some might consider Žydrūnas Savickas to be past his physical prime as a strongman. However, his legacy as an athlete — which includes four World’s Strongest Man titles (2009, 2010, 2012, and 2014) — is largely unassailable by most of his peers. With no signs of slowing down any time soon, this prolific, accomplished…
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When was the last time you gave your fridge a cleanse? If you can’t remember, you’re not alone! Here’s how to do it quickly and efficiently.
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Almost a year after finishing fourth at the 2021 Mr. Olympia — a career-best finish — bodybuilder Hunter Labrada is hungry for more. As one of the top contenders for the 2022 Olympia title, Labrada would undoubtedly love to leave his mark on the sport by standing on top of the podium in Las Vegas, NV, on Dec….
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