Katie Selerni is a Navy vet set an American collegiate bench press record of 336 pounds (152.5 kilograms) as a junior.but this powerlifter, bodybuilder and fitness coach doesn’t just focus on her upper body. In a recent Instagram post, the popular social media star, who goes by the nickname “KatyLiftz,” gave a masterclass on glute […]
The standard face-pull variation is excellent for shoulder health, better posture, and better pressing and pulling. However, your shoulders, traps, and upper back muscles run at different angles, but if you only train them at one angle, you’re leaving behind potential gains. Some lifters rely on one or two variations, potentially neglecting certain upper back […]
Lifters want to see gains sooner, but often ignore an essential part of the lift, the setup. It’s the time when you set yourself up for success, but some don’t take it seriously. It may be okay not to worry about your bicep curl setup, but the barbell bent row is different. The bent-over row […]
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 […]
Unilateral exercises such as the Romanian Single-Leg Deadlift, or RDL, reduce muscle imbalances, strengthen stabilizer muscles and improve muscle development. But there are some drawbacks to this type of movement, the biggest of which is probably the inevitable wobbles. Once you get heavy, fighting to stay upright often becomes more challenging than building muscle. The […]
Tonio Burton ended 2025 with one big win at the Mexico Pro and hopes to make a big impact in 2026. To chisel his chest, “The Predator” shared that he is a big fan of high to low cable flying. Here’s why you should try them too. The four-time Mr Olympia finalist is currently enjoying […]
Building a big back is a priority for competitive bodybuilders, so it’s reassuring to hear that technique is more important than genetics when it comes to adding muscle mass. That’s exactly what 2025 Arnold Classic champion Mike Sommerfeld’s stair row technique claims in one of his recent Instagram posts, demonstrating the benefits of the back-building […]
Jay Cutler not only built one of the most impressive physiques in bodybuilding history, but he also remained a consistent competitor, achieving four Mr. Olympia titles during a career that spanned more than twenty years. To stay stage-ready, the man they call “The Quad Stomper” had to focus on more than just muscle to maintain […]
The landmine has been around much longer than you realize. Long before it became a staple, lifters would prop a barbell in a corner to perform T-Bar Rows. What started as a side hustle became an effective tool for improving strength, power and performance. Many view incline barbell training as training wheels for barbells or […]
It’s a challenge to lift heavy weights above your head – and keep them above your head. That’s where lockout problems arise. Elbows drive forward, ribs flare, and eventually the press turns into a standing incline bench. The weight still goes up, but the position is gone, along with your strength, shoulder health, and much […]