Marine Gunnery Sgt. DaQuan Hye Destroys the Pete and Bobby Challenge in Record Time – Muscle and Fitness

In August 2025, U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Secretary of War Pete Hegseth to establish what they call the Pete and Bobby Challenge. The challenge called for Americans to perform 50 pullups and 100 pushups in any order in 10 minutes or less. Hegseth said the goal was […]

Hatfield Split Squat: How to Do It, Benefits, Muscles Trained and Best Programming Tips – Muscle & Fitness

Split squats are an excellent exercise for increasing unilateral lower-body strength, but they’re not always easy to embrace when leg day arrives. The balance challenges, awkward setups and reduced range of motion resulting from these factors often turn it into a circus act. That’s where the Hatfield Split Squat comes into the picture. This unilateral […]

How Arnold Schwarzenegger used rows of seats to build his iconic back

Seven-time Mr. Olympia Arnold Schwarzenegger set new standards for bringing the best possible physique to the stage, winning his first title in 1970 and his last in 1980. To dominate the bodybuilding industry, the future Terminator didn’t just work on his arms, legs and abs. As recently unearthed footage illustrates, the Austrian oak also focused […]

‘The Menace Podcast’ Asks: Is Joan Pradells the Next Jay Cutler? – Muscle and fitness

Host Dennis James was joined by regular panelists Milos Sarcev and Jose Raymond for episode 260 of The Menace Podcast, and as the debate over which bodybuilder has the best front lat spread of all time continued, the crew was also joined by special guest Joan Pradells, who praised the Spanish sensation’s potential to follow […]

Why Christian Harris trains in the Reebok Nano X5 Edge: stability, speed and hybrid strength – Muscle strength and fitness

Reebok may have a storied heritage dating back to 1895, but the brand’s commitment to athletic footwear seems as fresh as ever, with endurance athletes like Christian Harris often choosing to compete in the company’s FloatZig sneakers to crush CrossFit and Hyrox competitions. However, when it comes to his training, Harris is putting his best […]

How to Enjoy the Holidays Without Derailing Your Fitness Goals – Muscle & Fitness

During the holidays it’s all about celebration, connection and good food. But if you train hard, eat clean, and take your nutrition seriously, this time of year can be challenging. Between endless parties, sweet desserts, and tempting spreads, it’s easy to worry that one season of indulgence can undo months of discipline. Here’s the good […]

Top Recommended Caffeinated Coffee Alternatives for Clean Energy Throughout the Day – Muscles & Fitness

Many of us love coffee. It wakes us up, makes the morning bearable and is comforting. This is reported by the International Food Information CouncilA whopping 93% of Americans consume caffeine, while 75% of Americans consume it every day. Typically, coffee is the preferred delivery method for caffeine, that stimulant that helps shake off a […]

Owen Hanson: From ‘Cocaine Quarterback’ to Protein Ice Cream Mogul – Muscle and Fitness

The successful documentary from Prime Video Cocaine quarterback tells the unlikely story of how Owen Hanson, a player on the USC-winning football team, became a convicted drug trafficker and money launderer for the infamous Sinaloa Cartel. But in the most unlikely of plot twists, instead of sitting in his cell and blaming the world for […]

How Mitchell Hooper Redefines Strength for the 21st Century – Muscle and Fitness

Mitchell “Moose” Hooper holds a 1,000-pound barbell with the same calmness he would when ordering a coffee. The Canadian powerhouse stands strong, the steel bends to his will, but behind this confidence lies more than brute force. Hooper’s rise into the world of strongmen was truly meteoric. In just a few years, he has gone […]