Bodybuilding

Chris Bumstead, one of Classic Physique’s biggest stars, is turning up the heat on his preparations for 2022 Olympia scheduled for December. In a recent video, Bumstead demonstrated a series of shoulder exercises and showed off a post-workout ‘anabolic’ meal that he swears by.  Bumstead’s body structure, detailed conditioning, and work ethic have guided him to success as an IFBB Pro. He is a three-time Classic Physique Olympia champion, eying a fourth Sandow trophy later this year. Bumstead took the title from the hands of Breon Ansley back in 2019. Ever since winning his first Olympia show in 2019, Chris has pushed himself to bring an improved package each and every time he graces bodybuilding’s most prestigious event. 

One of bodybuilding’s most exciting rivalries between top 2021 Olympia finishers Nick Walker and Hunter Labrada will be settled once and for all this December. “The Mutant” and Labrada recently made headlines after training together in preparation for 2022 Mr. Olympia.  Nick Walker quickly established himself as a threat in the Men’s Open division throughout the last couple of years. The New Jersey native put the rest of his division on notice when he won the 2021 New York Pro . Momentum followed the IFBB Pro at the Arnold Classic in the same year, a contest that saw him victorious en route to defeating the likes of Iain Valliere and Steve Kuclo . Before leaving last year in the rearview, Walker competed at 2021 Olympia where he managed to earn fifth place in his debut. 

Popular Men’s Open competitor Antoine Vaillant revealed that a heart issue prevented him from competing in the sport of bodybuilding earlier this year. In a recent video, Vaillant opened up about his current health and the decision to continue training as a bodybuilder.  Vaillant last competed at 2020 Mr. Olympia , a competition that saw him earn 14th place on his first attempt. While he might have had less experience than many of his peers, Vaillant brought an incredibly balanced physique to the most prestigious event of the year, proving he could hang with elite-level talent. Following his impressive Olympia showing, Vaillant began to celebrate in light of his success on the Pro circuit. 

The 2022 Sheru Classic took place on June 25, 2022, in Rome, Italy. Competitors from Classic Physique, Men’s Physique and Bikini divisions  took to the stage looking to earn the invitation to compete at Mr. Olympia in December. The 2022 season of bodybuilding is underway with athletes gathering from around the world, presenting their physiques, in hopes to secure a coveted invitation to Mr. Olympia this winter. 2022 Olympia will take place from  Dec. 16th – 18th in Las Vegas, NV . 

The 2022 Musclecontest Brazil Pro took place on June 25-26, 2022, in Rio De Janeiro . Competitors from Men’s Open, 212 Bodybuilding, Classic Physique, Men’s Physique, Women’s Bodybuilding, Figure, Bikini, Women’s Physique and Wellness took to the stage looking to earn the invitation to compete at Mr. Olympia in December.  The 2022 season of bodybuilding is underway with athletes gathering from around the world, presenting their physiques, in hopes to secure a coveted invitation to Mr. Olympia this winter. 2022 Olympia will take place from  Dec. 16th – 18th in Las Vegas, NV . 

Bikini competitor Lauralie Chapados is committed to improving her physique each and every year she competes as an IFBB Pro. In a recent Instagram video, Chapados demonstrated a series of brutal leg workouts under the guidance of bodybuilding coach Charles Glass. Chapados has proven to be one of the most consistent and dominant Bikini competitors in the world. She earned her Pro card in 2016 at the IFBB World Qualifier, winning Overall and Bikini, in first place. Aside from 2017, she has qualified and competed at Olympia the past four years. 

Lower legs have been the cause for the decline of many titans, leave alone mere mortals. Most of us are aware of the mighty Achilies’ story. Someday in the future, we might see stories about bodybuilders that could not conquer a Sandow due to their lagging calves.  However, this article is not about weak lower legs. This article is about people with the  biggest calves  in the world, aka the envy of  WWE star Brock Lesnar . 

Push-ups  are one of the first exercises an individual learns to perform. You probably did your first push-up in school under the watchful eye of a PT teacher.  Push-ups  are a functional exercise that primarily targets your chest and are an effective bodyweight exercise to build muscle mass and strength. However, some people, especially advanced lifters, brush it aside after labeling it a rookie exercise.

Blessing Awodibu is one of bodybuilding’s brightest prospects on the rise, especially after the season he registered thus far in 2022. In a recent interview with coach Hany Rambod, Awodibu reflects on being smuggled into Ireland from Nigeria, improvements for 2022 Mr. Olympia, and his rekindled rivalry with Nick Walker.   Awodibu, a Men’s Open Pro, quickly gained popularity in the sport courtesy of his charismatic personality and funny social media presence. The Nigerian-Ireland native began his Pro tenure last year, where he competed at two shows. Awodibu made his debut at the 2021 Indy Pro , securing third place, behind runner-up Mohammed El Emam and champion Justin Rodriguez . Next, Awodibu made his way to the 2021 New York Pro , an event that gave birth to his rivalry with Nick Walker . Ultimately, Awodibu would succumb to his competition, finishing the show in sixth place, behind his rival Walker who won the show.

Retired German IFBB Pro bodybuilder Dennis Wolf made huge waves during his time competing with breathtaking size and a bulletproof lower body. During a recent sit-down with Jay Cutler, Wolf discussed a number of issues affecting the sport, including his thoughts on Classic Physique versus Men’s Open and the alarming trend of bodybuilders dying.  During the mid-2000s, Wolf emerged as a preeminent threat to some of bodybuilding’s most treasured titles. He competed on the Mr. Olympia stage a total of ten times but struggled to secure a coveted Sandow trophy before his career wrapped up.

A rising talent of Brazil’s bodybuilding scene, Classic Physique standout Marcello De Angelis has reportedly been hospitalized after a virus left him incapacitated. In a recent social media post made on Wednesday, De Angelis revealed that he contracted a virus last week and has lost over 9 kilograms (19.8 pounds) due to severe dehydration. Fans were counting down the days until they could see De Angelis finally grace some of the sport’s most prestigious stages. Last year, De Angelis competed at the 2021 Expo SuperShow in Men’s Open, an event that saw him dominate en route to earning his Pro card. Following the victory, he left the bodybuilding community in a state of shock over his sharp conditioning and tight waist. However, one of the biggest takeaways from the Brazilian star last year was his ability to hit vacuum poses on stage with relative ease.

  Aaron Singerman , REDCON1’s former CEO, broke his silence to the public as he shared an account of his transition from the corporate world to prison. According to his statement, the first few months of Singerman’s prison sentence appear to be rough but there is a glimmer of contentment in his words, despite the tough times the businessman is experiencing.   Singerman was jailed for 4.5 years in the Blackstone Labs case in January of 2022. In addition to prison time, Singerman was ordered to pay $2.9 million in fines. PJ Braun and Aaron Singerman of supplement company Blackstone Labs LLC pleaded guilty to selling illegal anabolic steroids and other substances back in November of 2021. In plea agreements with prosecutors, Braun and Singerman pleaded guilty to federal charges.

Many people consider their waist size to be the leading fitness indicator. If they see a bulging belly, they know they need to start working on their fitness. On the other hand, a retracting waistline is a cause for celebration for overweight folks. “What is the average waist size for women?” or “What is the average waist size for men?” is usually the most common question amongst people who are beginning to take control of their diet and physical fitness. However, contrary to popular opinion, the  average waist size  might not be the ideal waist size for them. But why is that, you ask?

Calves are one of the most stubborn muscle groups. Many people find it hard to make them grow, irrespective of how hard or often they train them in the gym.  Are big calves only for improving your physique aesthetics? Not really. 

Flex Lewis is the most successful 212 athlete to compete in the sport of bodybuilding. After officially retiring from the sport, Lewis shared a downsized physique update with his fans, showcasing his new weight of 213.6-pounds.  Lewis, who hails from Wales, came to North America with just a few dollars to his name. He eventually discovered his first love, which was the sport of bodybuilding, and managed to find success rather quickly. In 2012, Lewis captured the 212 Olympia title, thus earning his invitation to compete in the same category at the annual show for a lifetime. After earning his first Sandow trophy, the bodybuilding phenom proceeded to win the same contest for another six years straight. He holds the record for most 212 Olympia victories at seven. 

Hunter Labrada is considered one of the frontrunners for winning the  2022 Mr. Olympia , scheduled for Dec. 15-18, 2022, in Las Vegas, NV. Given the long off-season he’s currently in, bodybuilding fans are expecting a major improvement in his physique compared to his  2021 Mr. O  package.  On his part, Labrada is going full steam ahead in his off-season as he has his eyes set on delivering an upset to  Big Ramy  at the 2022 Mr. O showdown.  Hunter Labrada  took to his YouTube channel on Jun. 10, 2022, to share a push day workout. 

Bodybuilders Nick Walker and Kamal Elgargni are some of the hardest working athletes in the sport, and their accolades speak for themselves. In preparation for their upcoming seasons in bodybuilding, Men’s Open standout Nick Walker joined former 212 Olympia winner Kamal Elgargni for a day of hamstring training.  Walker, who is only 27 years of age, quickly rose to the top of the IFBB Pro League with insane muscularity and iron willpower. His dedication to dieting and training have only made him more dangerous on stage, despite many high-profile bodybuilders having an edge in experience over him.

June 8, 2022, proved to be another dark day for the bodybuilding community as we witnessed the passing of a talented 19-year-old aspiring Canadian bodybuilder Ryeley Palfi (2003-2022).  The news of Palfi’s death was broken by his father, Rick Palfi, on Instagram. He informed his son’s fans about his passing by commenting on one of Ryeley’s Instagram photos. 

Nick Walker is undoubtedly one of the most prominent bodybuilders in the pro bodybuilding circuit. He turned pro at the  2020 NPC North American Championships  and earned a fourth-place finish one month later at the  2020 Chicago Pro .  Walker stunned bodybuilding fans by winning his second pro show — the  2021 New York Pro  and  earning qualification for his first Mr. Olympia . By winning the  2021 Arnold Classic  and finishing a respectable  fifth at the 2021 Mr. O , “The Mutant” proved his 2021 NY Pro win was not a fluke.

Bodybuilders Nick Walker and Kamal Elgargni are some of the hardest working athletes in the sport, and their accolades speak for themselves. In preparation for their upcoming seasons in bodybuilding, Men’s Open standout Nick Walker joined former 212 Olympia winner Kamal Elgargni for a day of hamstring training.  Walker, who is only 27 years of age, quickly rose to the top of the IFBB Pro League with insane muscularity and iron willpower. His dedication to dieting and training have only made him more dangerous on stage, despite many high-profile bodybuilders having an edge in experience over him.