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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. 

It is clear that NFL players are some of the greatest overall athletes in the world. So it would be logical to think that years of physical contact and draining workouts would get too much for anyone. However, Shannon Sharpe has managed to continue training like a world-class athlete, despite retiring from the NFL more than twenty years ago. That has resulted in an incredible physique, which would be fitting for a bodybuilder.  During his 54th birthday celebration on June 26, 2022, Shannon Sharpe shared photos of his physique. His Instagram post featured a front-to-back photo of his entire upper body. So, his most eye-catching details were the all-around shredder back, huge arms, and prominent abs. Sharpe also shared a few videos in the same post, some of which were of motivational character.

The deadlift is one of the most common exercises in the gym repertoire. The majority of gym-goers strive to raise as much weight as possible during this exercise. Well, luckily for those who seek improvement, one of the greatest Strongman athletes, Robert Oberst, has posted a video with the aim of helping everyone. In the video, Robert shared and demonstrated three tips which have the potential of upgrading the deadlift abilities to a whole new level .  Robert Oberst is coming off an injury which prevented him from competing as usual in the 2022 season. So, he is taking things slow and has to build his deadlift from the ground up. Robert is currently preparing for the 2022 World’s Strongest Nation , which is set to take place on November 26, at the M&S Bank Arena, in Liverpool, England. He will be the captain for team USA with eight teammates following his lead. As he will be presented with a demanding task, Robert is already looking to make improvements in training, so he will b...

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 country of Georgia is widely known for its incredible strength athletes, as the likes of Lasha Talakhadze , Levan Saginashvili , Konstantine Janashia , and more are representing it. In spite of this, one woman is putting up an impressive performance as any of her fellow countrymen. Anna Pardzhiani is an elite-level powerlifter who is blowing people’s minds with unfathomable feats of strength. This time Anna claimed a new PR by deadlifting 210 kilograms (463 pounds) for six repetitions. Anna Pardzhiani’s six-rep deadlift was not raw, at least by powerlifting standards, as she used lifting straps to aid her in the set. Additionally, she also used a lifting belt, while her stance was conventional . Anna did not hold back from the start, as her first three repetitions went up very explosively. She started to slow down a bit after that, but still comfortably locked out the other three reps. After finishing the sixth repetition, a smirk of satisfaction lit up Anna’s face.

On June 25th, 2022, the world got to see one of the greatest arm wrestling matches ever, as Devon Larratt took on Levan Saginashvili at the King Of The Table 4 . The event took place in Dubai, and the match between Devon and Levan was deservingly the main event. Levan Saginashvili beat Devon Larratt with a score of 6-0, but the match still lived up to its hype .  Coming into this match, Devon Larratt was on a 10-win streak, having not lost a match since 2018 . The 47-year-old Canadian earned his title of the world’s greatest arm wrestler a long time ago, and is also one of the sport’s greatest ambassadors and entertainers. However, unluckily for Devon, Levan Saginashvili is just a different beast right now, and it seems like there is no one that can match his abilities. Levan’s dominance is demonstrated by the fact that he hasn’t lost a round in his last six fights including the match with Larratt .

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. 

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.

The 2022 CrossFit Semifinals concluded with the Copa Sur , which took place on June 10-12, in Enseada do Suá, Vitória, Brazil. It served as the 2022 CrossFit Games qualifier for the best athletes from South America. The top two finishers from each division (men, women, and teams) secured their ticket for the most prestigious CrossFit competition, scheduled for Aug.3-7, 2022, in Madison, WI. Guilherme Malheiros won the men’s division with a massive 80-point difference over his closest rival. Victoria Campos took first place in the women’s division despite not winning any events. While Q21 CrossFit won the team’s division with an almost perfect performance. 

The 2022 Iceland’s Strongest Man contest took place on June 11-12, 2022, in Hafnarfjörður. Twelve of the country’s greatest strongman competitors got together to test their skills and discover who is truly the strongest. Participants took part in six events over the course of two days. Kristján Jón Haraldsson turned out to be the greatest , as he won the contest by a 12-point margin. He won four events and finished second in the other two. Haraldsson came very close to a clean sweep, but still proved his dominance.

Gyms and fitness centers have become a breeding ground for hostile situations following the inception of TikTok, a streaming platform where users share videos of just about anything. In a recent video, a female TikToker becomes aggressive with a gym worker for allegedly ogling her, which prompted the associate to revoke her gym membership and have her charged by police for trespassing.  During the interaction caught on tape, the female TikToker’s video shows two gentlemen in the background several feet away at the gym. She overlays the video with “Oh daaamn”, implying that they were checking her out. The female TikToker asks the man standing in the video, ‘do you need something? Eventually, her tone changes as she repeats the question. The man eventually responds by saying ‘No. Do I need something? No’, to which the woman counters with, ‘thought so.’ 

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. 

Joe Rogan is one of the most revered podcasters on the planet. He can talk about super complex topics without overwhelming his listeners. He routinely deciphers complex subjects like neuroscience,  metaphysics, AI, and our favorite, steroids on his podcast “The Joe Rogan Experience.”    However, this time around, Rogan found himself on the other side of the table. The UFC color commentator was a guest on comedian Andrew Schulz’s and Akaash Singh’s podcast “Flagrant 2” when he shared his current steroid cycle. 

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.