Arnold Classic winner Mike Sommerfeld shares his formula for serious shoulders – Muscle and Fitness

Mike Sommerfeld is preparing for a back-to-back victory in the Arnold Classic Physique division in March, but instead of hitting the gym with uncontrolled intensity, this elite bodybuilder is focusing on his form to build massive shoulders. Recently, the man mountain took to Instagram to share what he considers the three biggest myths surrounding building […]

Alistair Black’s WWE Training: The Martial Arts and Powerlifting Plan That’s Keeping Him Strong at 40

Alistair Black (real name: Tom Büdgen) may have left his home in Amsterdam to pursue his love of professional wrestling, but he’s brought his European influence into every ring he’s ever wrestled in. Along with an extensive background in martial arts, Black’s WWE performances offer an exciting mix of punching and chain wrestling, a rapidly […]

Zach Fowle’s Favorite Indoor Rowing Workouts Ahead of the USRowing Indoor Championships – Muscle & Fitness

When he’s not living the suburban life—marketing job, wife, toddler, dog—Zach Fowle is strapped to his ergometer, its rhythmic hum counting down the hundreds of miles he logs each year without leaving his basement. Fowle, 38, has been a competitive indoor rower for five years. However, he did not switch from water to machine like […]

How Army Ranger Janina Simmons Turns Adversity into Marathon-Level Strength – Muscle & Fitness

The United States Army was founded on June 3, 1784, following the dissolution of the original Continental Army which was formed in 1775 and played a major role in the independence of the United States in the Revolutionary War. In the more than 240 years since then, a lot of history has been written, which […]

King Kamali talks about the importance of controlling negative energy on ‘The Menace Podcast’ – Muscle and Fitness

In episode 273 of The Threat Podcast, Dennis James was joined by Chris Cormier, Milos Sarcev and special guest Shahriar “King” Kamali, who explained why his development in the world of bodybuilding was never derailed by negative voices. The current era of bodybuilding is all about an impeccable appearance on social media, where peace and […]

When in doubt, listen: active listening for health and exercise professionals

When clients are having a hard time, professionals often feel that this is necessary do more: say more, explain more, motivate more. In health and fitness, that instinct makes sense. We are trained to teach, guide, correct and encourage. When progress stalls or challenges arise, it feels natural to respond by increasing our own efforts. […]