As if attempting to match Ronnie Coleman’s best lifts wasn’t challenging enough, Mitchell Hooper also tried to keep pace with another all-time great’s signature workout. Although the reigning World’s Strongest Man typically doesn’t focus on getting a pump during his training, he had no choice but to embrace that satisfying feeling Arnold Schwarzenegger strived for […]
Thanks to a titanic effort from Evan “T-Rex” Singleton, Team USA took down Team UK in a tightly contested battle for the title of 2023 World’s Strongest Nation. The showdown between an American squad led by 2019 World’s Strongest Man Martins Licis and a British side headlined by legendary English strongman Eddie Hall featured seven […]
The Nigerian Lion keeps building momentum heading into 2024. Written by Stephen Sheehan, CPT Last updated on November 20, 2023 Although he came up short in his quest to win the 2023 Mr. Olympia, it’s taken less than 10 days for Samson Dauda to add two more titles to his blossoming bodybuilding resume. Coming off […]
The World’s Strongest Man takes his best shot at matching the legend’s lifting records. Written by Stephen Sheehan, CPT Last updated on November 20, 2023 Although he competes in a vastly different sport, Mitchell Hooper can appreciate the superhuman strength and sheer determination it took for Ronnie Coleman to become the most decorated bodybuilder of […]
Derek Lunsford etched his name in bodybuilding record books by becoming the first two-division champion in the 59-year history of the Mr. Olympia contest. Coming off that life-changing victory in Orlando, FL that earned him the most coveted title in the sport and a lucrative $400,000 prize, the 18th member of the exclusive Mr. Olympia […]
The former Fitness Olympia champion faces a long recovery. Written by Stephen Sheehan, CPT Last updated on November 16, 2023 After winning the first of two scored rounds in her division, Missy Truscott appeared well on her way to securing her third Fitness Olympia title at the 2023 Olympia. Then the nightmare began. Truscott’s dream […]
The five-time Olympian will become a first-time father. Written by Stephen Sheehan, CPT Last updated on November 14, 2023 As if winning his fifth consecutive Classic Physique championship at the 2023 Mr. Olympia contest wasn’t enough of a reason to celebrate, Chris Bumstead has even more motivation to remain at the top of his game […]
The Nigerian Lion goes from bronze to gold Written by Stephen Sheehan, CPT Last updated on November 14, 2023 Although his trip to Orlando, FL didn’t result in a first-place finish, Samson Dauda still impressed the judges enough to capture the bronze medal at the 2023 Mr. Olympia contest. Coming off a strong showing that […]
Post-contest physique changes show the power of proper nutrition. Written by Stephen Sheehan, CPT Last updated on November 10, 2023 Larry Wheels may have looked leaner than ever in the leadup to the 2023 Amateur Olympia, but it didn’t take long for him to move the needle in the opposite direction after falling short of […]
Between expanded divisions and a new location, the 2024 CrossFit Games, designed to find the fittest people on the planet, will look different than its previous editions. For athletes seeking championship glory, the countdown to testing their strength, speed, and stamina against the likes of reigning Fittest Man on Earth® Jeff Adler and fellow 2023 […]