November 16
How to Save Bodybuilding From Itself
Traditional competitive bodybuilding is in decline. Why? And how can it be saved or improved? Should it be? We asked our experts and insiders.
October 28
Tip: Here's What Women Want
What hormones, the pill, and scent can teach us about sex, attraction, and having better relationships.
October 13
Sex Appeal, Fitness, and Fat Shaming
Is our standard of beauty too harsh? Is leanness unfairly prized? Here's what science and history have to say about fitness, fatness, and our preferences.
September 1
Bodybuilding: A Reality Check
Thinking about competing in bodybuilding, physique, figure, or bikini? Then you need to read this eye-opening blog by an insider.
August 25
7 Pros, One Controversial Question
We asked pro bodybuilders, doctors, and coaches one blunt question. Their answers may surprise you.
July 19
The Real Reason Everyone's Fat
Are soft drinks, fast food, or aggressive diet plans making us fatter? Nope, it's something totally different. And the good news is, you have power over it.
July 13
The Dumb Figure Coach
Starvation diets, damaging workouts, and eating toilet paper. It's time to call out the idiot competition coaches who are damaging women.
June 24
The 12 Worst People in the Gym
Actually, number 10 ain't so bad. Check out the list.
June 10
Tip: Own Your Performance
You can learn a lot about life from a strongman competitor, like this important lesson. Check it out.
June 7
Tip: Change Your Damn Attitude
This no-holds-barred advice for powerlifters also applies to anyone who wants to lift heavy and get better. Check it out.
June 5
Tip: Build Yourself Up, Don't Tear Others Down
Here's an easy way to spot a real jerk (in the gym or out) and avoid becoming one yourself.
June 3
An Open Letter to CrossFit HQ
A sports medicine physician who worked at the CrossFit Games has some pointed advice for CrossFit HQ. Check it out.
June 1
The Best Predictor of Success
A super tribe of Africans has learned the secret to athletic success. Can we duplicate the effects of their barbaric methods?
May 10
4 Politically Correct Fitness Lies
Let's cut the crap and talk about how touchy-feely fitness advice actually works the opposite of how people expect. Consider this your trigger warning.
March 7
Kroc: From Matt to Janae
The transgender powerlifter and bodybuilder formerly known as Matt Kroc speaks out.
February 23
5 Ways Trainers Need to Improve
Is your trainer or coach making one of these common mistakes? If you're the fitness professional, are YOU? Check out the list.
February 9
Should Steroids Be Legal?
Think steroids are illegal because they're dangerous? Not so fast. Here's the real story behind the criminalization of juice that you've never heard.
February 5
4 Biggest Lies of The Biggest Loser
It's a show about fitness that keeps people dumb and in the dark about getting fit. Here's the big fat truth about The Biggest Loser.
February 4
4 Things You Can Learn from Strongmen
Strongman competitions are a lot like life. You need to be tough mentally and physically. Check out these lessons from the trenches.