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by Christian Duque

We’ve known the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) was coming for peptides for a long time. Peptides are nothing more than chains of amino acids that can improve the quality of life for athletes of all stripes. Everyone I know uses them, from physique-based athletes to strength competitors.

by Matt Weik, BS, CSCS, CPT, CSN These days, we are always on the go and rushed around trying to get everything done in a short 24 hours. It’s easy for men to get caught up in the hustle and… 

by Matt Weik, BS, CSCS, CPT, CSN When it comes to herbal remedies and natural health solutions, fenugreek stands out as a versatile and highly beneficial herb. Known for its distinct aroma and numerous health-promoting properties, fenugreek has been used… 

by Christian Duque

I’ll be the first to say that I don’t care for poor sportsmanship. I think Hadi Choopan walking off stage before the most muscular shot at the 2023 Mr. Olympia most definitely gave the sport of bodybuilding a black eye. It was very similar to the elbowing that went on during the 2014 Mr. Olympia that never aired on NBC. During that trainwreck it was Phil Heath and Kai Greene acting like a couple of fools on the most prestigious stage in the sport. That, too, was a black eye for the muscle game.

by Christian Duque

MD was the last bodybuilding magazine still in print, but it too, has seemingly decided to close shop on the print side. Will the magazine go digital? Will the forums continue? The world of bodybuilding and fitness was lucky to have been the recipients of such a long-running, well put-out magazine. This was after all Steve Bleichman’s baby. You had Rick Collins’ column, PJ Braun’s, and countless others. When I stop to think of all the work guys like Ron Harris, Shawn Ray, Big Mike Cox and many others put in, it’s really mind boggling.

by Matt Weik, BS, CSCS, CPT, CSN In the realm of hormones, Pregnenolone often takes center stage. As a precursor to various essential hormones, it plays a crucial role in maintaining overall health and well-being. While it is primarily known… 

by Matt Weik, BS, CSCS, CPT, CSN Plant oils are a pantry and kitchen staple used for cooking practices like sautéing, frying vegetables, making sauces, drizzling onto pizzas, and preventing pasta from sticking together. Olive oil and seed oil are… 

by Matt Weik, BS, CSCS, CPT, CSN Some may feel like this article is taking shots at a certain group of people or organization. That couldn’t be any further from the truth. If you want to grow bodybuilding, you need… 

by Matt Weik, BS, CSCS, CPT, CSN Adaptogens, encompassing various plant and mushroom species, possess remarkable properties that aid the body in effectively combating stress, anxiety, fatigue and promoting overall well-being. These natural wonders can be seamlessly incorporated into one’s… 

by Matt Weik, BS, CSCS, CPT, CSN If you’re like me, you probably know someone who seemingly can’t seem to eat gluten-containing foods. Some of these individuals get minor symptoms, while others can have some pretty severe symptoms. All of…