On Episode 280 of The Menace Podcast, host Dennis James was joined by regular guests Chris Cormier and Milos Sarcev, and the conversation returned to the issue of size versus quality in bodybuilding. Is bigger always better? Back in Episode 278, the panel picked on bodybuilders who hit the stage with distended stomachs, noting that […] Continue Reading »
UFC have announced that the leading mixed martial arts organization will continue to work with Hospital for Special surgery, extending their partnership in a new multiyear agreement. What Is Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS)? HSS was founded in 1863 and has become one of the world’s leading centers dedicated to musculoskeletal health. In 2017, the […] Continue Reading »
Don’t be fooled by the combination of baby‑face innocence and “old soul” musical instincts—Ty Myers can command any stage with Texas‑football‑level swagger. He’s already earned that right. Myers has been sharpening his songwriting skills since before the age of 10, which helps explain why his mature, soulful lyrics have already drawn comparisons to icons like […] Continue Reading »
Pull-ups remain the upper-body gold standard. They improve strength, give you wings, and help build bulging biceps to go along with increasing pulling power. But for many lifters, pull-ups have continued being a no-go in their programs. Maybe they find it difficult to get a single rep, or their shoulders or elbows start barking after […] Continue Reading »
The road to WrestleMania is a journey that motivates WWE Superstars to get into peak shape as they prepare to punish their opponents at the biggest pro wrestling event of the year. So, when World Heavyweight Champion, CM Punk, and four-time WWE world champion, Bayley, got a chance to make some gains with the renowned […] Continue Reading »
Peptides are hot. BPC headlines. TB-500 moving through the underground. Secretagogues all over late-night forums. Faster healing. Deeper sleep. Leaner physique. Anti-aging. The promise is seductive. The reality demands more. Peptides are also being called dangerous. Unregulated. Experimental. A shortcut. That narrative is everywhere right now. It is also incomplete. Because the same people warning […] Continue Reading »
Strongman, CrossFit legend, and M&F contributor, Rob Orlando has passed away at the age of 50 following a brave battle with cancer, per an announcement via his official Instagram account. Orlando’s presence in CrossFit began in 2009 when he qualified for the individual division three years in a row, and later in 2016, when he […] Continue Reading »
Many Americans have learned that when they see one of America’s finest in uniform or wearing a hat showing they served in the military, they could or should say “thank you for your service.” The gesture is small but noble when speaking to someone willing to give their all for their country. Many veterans feel […] Continue Reading »
Bodybuilders may appear larger-than-life on stage, but standing next to a man-mountain like Chinedu “Andrew Jacked” Obiekea really puts into perspective just how much work and dedication goes into becoming a true Olympia icon. That’s why fans have been flocking to see the 2026 Arnold U.S. and Arnold U.K. champion in the flesh. View this […] Continue Reading »
Easter, Christmas, and Thanksgiving are just some of the occasions for when taking a break can lead to some unrivalled binging, but Australian bodybuilder and transformation coach, Anna McManamey-Cashion is not about pointing the finger. Instead, she has three simple tips for getting back on track with your fitness goals, and feeling guilty is not […] Continue Reading »
A new study by the American Psychological Association has found that repeating the same meals and calorie counts could help people to lose more body fat. The research suggests that individuals who stuck to a set routine, like eating the same meals, and keeping calories intake consistent over time, displayed more weight loss after 12 […] Continue Reading »
The sumo deadlift catches a lot of flak. Some lifters argue it’s cheating because the wide stance decreases the range of motion compared to the conventional deadlift. On the other side, powerlifters, coaches, and seasoned lifters say the opposite: It’s not cheating, but rather a variation that suits certain bodies better and allows them to […] Continue Reading »
Making a brave change and joining the gym is one of the most positive lifestyle choices that you can make, but when progress is slow, or begins to plateau, people often blame poor genetics for their lack of muscle growing prowess. Fortunately, coaches like McKenna Henrie, who has been a competitive bodybuilder and knows a […] Continue Reading »
Strongman and endurance athlete, Mike Aidala has gained another Guinness World Record after making a single Turkish Getup with a barbell weighing 261 pounds (118.6kg). Aidala, a former college football player who competed in Olympic style weightlifting competitions, and is now a performance coach, is once again proving to his clients that anything is possible. […] Continue Reading »
For those new to bodybuilding, it would probably be a good idea for you to know how an athlete gets to compete for the Mr. Olympia title—bodybuilding’s highest honor. How exactly does a bodybuilder end up competing among the best in the world? I’m going to tell you, but first I need to preface this […] Continue Reading »
On Episode 280 of The Menace Podcast, host Dennis James was joined by regular guests Chris Cormier and Milos Sarcev, and the conversation returned to the issue of size versus quality in bodybuilding. Is bigger always better? Back in Episode 278, the panel picked on bodybuilders who hit the stage with distended stomachs, noting that […] 
Don’t be fooled by the combination of baby‑face innocence and “old soul” musical instincts—Ty Myers can command any stage with Texas‑football‑level swagger. He’s already earned that right. Myers has been sharpening his songwriting skills since before the age of 10, which helps explain why his mature, soulful lyrics have already drawn comparisons to icons like […] 
Pull-ups remain the upper-body gold standard. They improve strength, give you wings, and help build bulging biceps to go along with increasing pulling power. But for many lifters, pull-ups have continued being a no-go in their programs. Maybe they find it difficult to get a single rep, or their shoulders or elbows start barking after […] 
Peptides are hot. BPC headlines. TB-500 moving through the underground. Secretagogues all over late-night forums. Faster healing. Deeper sleep. Leaner physique. Anti-aging. The promise is seductive. The reality demands more. Peptides are also being called dangerous. Unregulated. Experimental. A shortcut. That narrative is everywhere right now. It is also incomplete. Because the same people warning […] 
Many Americans have learned that when they see one of America’s finest in uniform or wearing a hat showing they served in the military, they could or should say “thank you for your service.” The gesture is small but noble when speaking to someone willing to give their all for their country. Many veterans feel […] 
Easter, Christmas, and Thanksgiving are just some of the occasions for when taking a break can lead to some unrivalled binging, but Australian bodybuilder and transformation coach, Anna McManamey-Cashion is not about pointing the finger. Instead, she has three simple tips for getting back on track with your fitness goals, and feeling guilty is not […] 
A new study by the American Psychological Association has found that repeating the same meals and calorie counts could help people to lose more body fat. The research suggests that individuals who stuck to a set routine, like eating the same meals, and keeping calories intake consistent over time, displayed more weight loss after 12 […] 
The sumo deadlift catches a lot of flak. Some lifters argue it’s cheating because the wide stance decreases the range of motion compared to the conventional deadlift. On the other side, powerlifters, coaches, and seasoned lifters say the opposite: It’s not cheating, but rather a variation that suits certain bodies better and allows them to […] 
For those new to bodybuilding, it would probably be a good idea for you to know how an athlete gets to compete for the Mr. Olympia title—bodybuilding’s highest honor. How exactly does a bodybuilder end up competing among the best in the world? I’m going to tell you, but first I need to preface this […]