by Christian Duque

A few things have happened since we last updated you on the comings and goings of the return of the Masters Olympia. For starters, the promoter has reduced the competing age to 40. This is huge news because it opens up the competitive pool to guys who normally would compete in the Open but who might be looking at a coveted Olympia title. Being crowned Masters Mr. Olympia brings with it tremendous prestige and opens up a great many doors in the fitness industry.

by Matt Weik, BS, CSCS, CPT, CSN You’ve been working out. It hurts a little, but it’s paying off. Now, you’re hungry after the workout and want to eat something that will help with your muscle recovery and growth. What… 

by Matt Weik, BS, CSCS, CPT, CSN Grip strength is a key component of fitness and overall health. It has even been linked to bone health. By being able to build grip strength, it can help prevent injuries, improve balance,… 

by Christian Duque

It’s very difficult to gauge how every Christian or every Muslim thinks of the sport of bodybuilding but over the many years of creating content all throughout social media, I can speak to my experiences from tens of thousands of viewers that have left comments regarding my contest coverage, interviews, and news. A lot of people simply don’t understand what the sport is all about. Some people see it as a sport of vanity and others see it as simply narcissism. They view bodybuilders as self-consumed human beings who believe they’re able to achieve perfection without God.

by Matt Weik, BS, CSCS, CPT, CSN If you’re looking for some ways to spice up your weight loss routine, these particular weight loss herbs and spices might be just what you’re looking for. Herbs and spices are so much more… 

by Matt Weik, BS, CSCS, CPT, CSN

Ginger and ginger roots are spicing up medicine and kitchen cabinets with their true greatness. The spice that has become so common today was a luxury back in ancient times because of its benefits. Ginger roots have been used for medicinal and culinary purposes in India and China for years.

by Christian Duque

Just last week, a buddy of mine from the gym was talking to me in the locker room about how amped up he was throughout his average workday. He told me that all he was taking was three energy drinks a day. It caused me a bit of a double take, because three energy drinks can mean upwards of a gram of caffeine given how powerful some of these beverages are. Don’t forget that the energy drink market has come a long way from Red Bull which has 111mg of caffeine to the 16oz revolution with Monsters and Rockstars averaging 160mg of caffeine. That was over a decade ago. Now the new norm for Bang’s, Reign’s, and Rockstars is 300mg or more. Anyone who drinks three or more of these highly caffeinated energy drinks is going to be doing cartwheels.

by Matt Weik, BS, CSCS, CPT, CSN Exercise is great for your health, and it is said that a person should do at least half an hour of exercise a day (around 150 minutes per week). But what if working… 

by Matt Weik, BS, CSCS, CPT, CSN Balsamic vinegar has been around for centuries. It’s a staple in Italian cuisine, but it’s being used all over the world. The sweet yet sour flavor makes it perfect for salad dressings, sauces,… 

by Matt Weik, BS, CSCS, CPT, CSN How much sleep do you get each night? Do you burn the midnight oil and get minimal sleep? How many times a week do you exercise? Do you prioritize your workouts over sleep,…