Enrique Zapata breaks world record for 24-hour pull-up after beating alcoholism – Muscle and fitness

Mexican strongman and biohacker Enrique Zapata started 2026 by breaking the Guinness World Record for the number of pullups completed in 24 hours, but the health transformation he made to get there is perhaps the most inspiring aspect of this changemaker’s story. Zapata defied the odds on January 31, an astonishing 12,345 pullupsbeating the Belgian […]

Wesley Vissers explains the motivation behind his pixelated social media posts – Muscle and fitness

In episode 274 of The Threat Podcast, Wesley Vissers was the special guest alongside host Dennis James and regular panel members Milos Sarcev and Jose Raymond. During the show, the Dutch bodybuilder explained the strategy behind the pixelated photos he shares online: Wesley Vissers won the 2024 Arnold Classic Physique title but last year he […]

Larry Wheels slams livestreamer ‘Deen the Great’; Tiki Ghosn follows with an elbow in Viral Clash – Muscle and fitness

Livestreamer “Deen The Great” has had quite a week after being punched by powerlifter-bodybuilder Larry Wheels, then knocked down by retired UFC star Tiki Ghosn. What happened between Larry Wheels and Deen The Great? On Tuesday, February 17, 2026, footage emerges of Larry Wheels punching Nurideen Shabazz, a young boxer with a professional record of […]

Rob Taylor injury update: The ‘Barnsley Pitbull’ remains positive after a devastating fall on the ice

British bodybuilder Rob Taylor, known as the ‘Barnsley Pitbull’, suffered another health setback this week when he slipped on the ice, causing devastating injuries. Fortunately, the IFBB Pro is unstoppable, and with the support of friends and fans, he remains positive. “They say the big man above is just testing you to see if you’re […]

Can you master the viral V-Bar Pushup challenge? – Muscle and fitness

Viral strength and fitness challenges on social media can be difficult to master, not least because they require strength, balance and often unrevealed technique, but a recent Instagram video showing fearless gym-goers attempting the V-Bar Pushup Challenge, shared by coach Harvey Suika, provided lessons as well as laughs. Online fitness coach Harvey Suika, better known […]

Samantha Rice breaks women’s powerlifting world records with historic 655-pound deadlift – Muscle & Fitness

Popular powerlifter Samantha Rice not only defended her crown at the fifth King & Queen of the Platform event, but she also managed to raise the bar again and break four world records, including the heaviest deadlift ever for a woman. The inspirational lifter, known on Instagram as ‘Quads Like Mom’, is competing in the […]

Social Media Influencer ‘Dmitryfit’ Dies After Extreme Yo-Yo Dieting Plan – Muscle and Fitness

Social media can be a valuable place to find information and motivation to help you achieve your health and fitness goals, but it can also be a place of dangerous extremes. The recent death of aspiring social media influencer Dmitry Nuyanzin highlights the importance of carefully managing your diet. The Russian fitness trainer known as […]