2024

by Matt Weik, BS, CSCS, CPT, CSN A rising trend among runners is ditching their shoes and hitting their runs barefoot. Those who are following the barefoot running approach say it helps their feet move more naturally and may lower… 

by Christian Duque

Okay folks let me go ahead and share another article with you about Nick Walker. I know, you guys think I don’t like him, but I have respectfully waited until all of the YouTube channels and all of the major websites have chimed in on his very disrespectful video from about a week ago directed at what may be his last remaining hardcore fans. I mean, Walker isn’t exactly on many people’s minds right now. So why lash out at the last diehards?

Sometimes, you can run slow to get fast. Weird, right? But it’s true. Slow running is gaining a lot of traction and for good reasons. This approach to running isn’t about breaking speed records; it’s about building endurance, preventing injuries,… 

by Matt Weik, BS, CSCS, CPT, CSN When you hear Mike Tyson’s name, supplements might not be the first thing that comes to mind. In fact, it may be a vision of the monster he was in the ring, destroying… 

by Matt Weik, BS, CSCS, CPT, CSN Have you ever considered adding flowers to your diet? No, I’m not joking. While floral centerpieces are a common sight on tables, edible flowers are making their way into cuisines worldwide, with more… 

by Matt Weik, BS, CSCS, CPT, CSN I remember back when Bodybuilding.com first got started and I was contacted by Ryan Deluca to be one of their first writers. I had the pleasure of writing hundreds of articles for the… 

by Matt Weik, BS, CSCS, CPT, CSN Weight loss apps have become increasingly popular tools for those planning to shed pounds and improve their health. Among these, Noom has emerged as a helpful application since its launch in 2013. The… 

by Matt Weik, BS, CSCS, CPT, CSN It pains me that I even need to write this article about some industry news, as I’ve been a fan of The Vitamin Shoppe over many other big retailers for years. GNC was… 

By Christain Duque The sport of bodybuilding is one where feuds are commonplace. Let’s start there. Let’s not get super complicated or super philosophical because at the end of the day it comes down to picking a side. This isn’t… 

by Matt Weik, BS, CSCS, CPT, CSN

If you follow my content, I’ve said many times that I feel that Chris Bumstead is the future of bodybuilding and fitness as a whole. He reminds me of Greg Plitt, who I worked with for years before his unfortunate passing.