HI friends! Happy Friday! What’s going on this weekend? For my friends celebrating Easter, any fun plans? We’re headed to Easter brunch at my nana’s and you know I’ll be diving into the egg casserole. I can’t wait. We’re also meeting up with some friends at Mt. Lemmon and I’m a studying machine for my…
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On April 9, 2022, reigning 212 Olympia Champion Derek Lunsford recorded himself in the squat rack, among other lifts, on his YouTube channel. Over five sets of 20 reps, the International Federation of Bodybuilding and Fitness (IFBB) Pro League bodybuilder squatted a total of 100 reps at 315 pounds.  The high-stamina leg workout was part … Read more
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Discover how Fitbit user Michael Shula survived a serious heart issue, armed with key data from his Versa 2.
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Take a mindful bite out of these delicious vegan zucchini dumplings.
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The Silver Dollar deadlift world record has a new king sitting on its throne. On April 2, 2022, Sean Hayes pulled a 560-kilogram (1,235-pound) silver dollar deadlift during the 2022 Strongman Corporation Canada King & Queen Of The Throne contest. The competition has several events, including, among others, a log press, but Hayes only participated … Read more
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If you were to challenge someone to get into shape without stepping into a gym, they’d be confused. It’s as if some people still believe you can only build muscle, get stronger, or improve conditioning by lifting weights or using machines. That’s just not true. Bodyweight training is convenient, can be done anywhere, and can … Read more
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Shaping a tremendously aesthetic physique requires tremendously intense training. It’s evident that 212 Olympia winner Shaun “The Giant Killer” Clarida has no such issues with his commitment. On April 12, 2022, the IFBB Pro shared an intense upper body workout that seemingly attacked every aspect of his arms on his YouTube channel. As Clarida explains, … Read more
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Krzysztof Wierzbicki isn’t shy about his goals. One day — per a bold, all-caps declaration on his Instagram profile — he wants to deadlift at least 500 kilograms (1,102 pounds). If his latest workout is any indication, he’s well on his way. On April 12, 2022, the Polish powerlifter reportedly posted an Instagram story of … Read more
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On one hand, the deadlift is as simple and straightforward as “pick the heavy bar up off the ground and stand up.” On the other hand, the deadlift is an intricate series of muscular coordinations, involving muscles from your ankles and thighs to your abdomen and lower back to your shoulders, wrists, and hands. Because … Read more
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Show Mother Nature some love with these ideas to make your workout routine more sustainable, including how to recycle your Fitbit device!
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