Whenever he decides to hang up his posing trunks, Mamdouh “Big Ramy” Elssbiay will undoubtedly be regarded as one of the best bodybuilders of all time. The 37-year-old athlete is the reigning two-time Mr. Olympia (2020-2021). He’s currently training to complete a legendary three-peat at this year’s edition of the prestigious contest in mid-December.  On … Read more
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In his heyday as an NFL player, Shannon Sharpe was one of pro football’s premier tight ends and, in 2011, was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton, OH. In retirement, it looks like the NFL legend is training as if he could step onto the field immediately and humiliate defenders again.   … Read more
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Check out these tips on how to find a few minutes of mindfulness every day that don’t include sitting on a mat and meditating.
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On August 5, 2022, bodybuilder Petar Klančir revealed he would not compete for the rest of the 2022 season. As the Croatian athlete confirmed in a later post on August 6, he suffered a “snapped” right biceps tendon while recently training (date undisclosed) and will likely require surgery after a formal evaluation from a medical … Read more
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The last time Arnold Schwarzenegger competed as a professional bodybuilder was over four decades ago. Even though he’s no longer necessarily focused on building incredible amounts of mass, he still holds considerable influence over the strength sport. Joseph Baena — Schwarzenegger’s 24-year-old son — appears to be following (somewhat) in his dad’s massive footsteps.  Or … Read more
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On August 6, 2022, strongman Rauno Heinla deadlifted 476 kilograms (1,049.4 pounds) during the 2022 World Deadlift Championships (WDC) in Cardiff, Wales. Not only did the max one-rep pull give the 40-year-old Heinla the win in the 2022 WDC — which was a part of the overall Giants Live World Open — it’s a new … Read more
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Fitness bootcamps are fast-paced, instructor-led classes that provide a total strength and cardio workout. If you’re a newbie, check out these tips on trying one out for yourself.
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Sharing tips for my friends who are scared of flying, nervous, and anxious about air travel.. just like yours truly. I reached out to the Pilot to write a guest post, and am also sharing some of the tips I’ve picked up! Friends out there know I hate to fly. They also find it ironic…
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Your running recovery is as important as your workout. Here are tips for optimal mental and muscle recovery.

Kristján Jón Haraldsson is the winner of the 2022 Iceland’s Strongest Man (ISM). This year’s strongman competition took place on August 6-7, 2022, in Reykjavík, Iceland. According to Strongman Archives, it’s the 24-year-old Haraldsson’s second major victory in Iceland in 2022 after winning the Strongest Man in Iceland contest early in June.  Here are the … Read more
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