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Diverse individuals enjoying flexible fitness options across multiple high-tech studios, representing the future of workout choices and accessibility.
Recovery & Mobility

Flexible Fitness: Everhaus and Its Alternatives for 2026

Everhaus, a fitness startup offering flexible access to hundreds of studios, just secured $50 million in Series B funding, valuing it at $500 million, according to TechCrunch .

Hana Kim·June 26, 2026
Indie-folk musician Noah Richardson performing dumbbell curls in a Planet Fitness gym, showcasing his dedication to bodybuilding discipline alongside his music career.
Gym Culture

Noah Richardson channels bodybuilder discipline into his indie-folk music

While on his 2026 tour, indie-folk artist Noah Richardson ensures he hits a Planet Fitness gym, bringing a bodybuilder's rigorous consistency to the often-unpredictable life of a musician.

Mateo Vargas·June 26, 2026
Country music star Trey Lewis after a cold plunge and workout, showcasing his 100-pound weight loss transformation and dedication to fitness.
Strength & Conditioning

Trey Lewis's 100-pound weight loss comeback: cold plunges & workouts

Country music star Trey Lewis has not only lost over 100 pounds twice but attributes his remarkable physical transformations to daily 6 a.

Elena Pappas·June 25, 2026
Illustration of a human brain with glowing neural pathways next to a scale showing a 7.8% weight loss, symbolizing the effects of intermittent fasting.
Strength & Conditioning

Intermittent fasting rewires brains, boosting weight loss by 7.8%

Magnetic imaging has revealed that intermittent fasting can rewire brain regions associated with appetite, emotion, and reward, fundamentally changing how participants relate to food.

Elena Pappas·June 23, 2026
Athlete performing a heavy squat with intense focus, symbolizing the effort and gradual increase of weight in progressive overload training.
Training Theory

How Progressive Overload Works for Long-Term Training Gains

Despite countless training programs promising unique paths to strength, studies show that simply increasing volume or load, regardless of the specific method, yields similar strength and muscle gains

Hana Kim·June 22, 2026
Men of diverse ages and backgrounds in a supportive circle, discussing mental health and well-being beyond physical fitness.
Gym Culture

Men's Health Month highlights needs beyond fitness this June

Men are nearly four times more likely to die by suicide than women, a devastating statistic that casts a long shadow over broader health discussions.

Mateo Vargas·June 20, 2026
Actor David Charvet and his son Shaya sharing a moment of pride and connection while engaged in a fitness routine they co-created, called BUILD.
Strength & Conditioning

David Charvet finds Father's Day rewarding through BUILD

Actor David Charvet's greatest Father's Day reward now stems from a fitness concept he co-created.

Elena Pappas·June 20, 2026
Split image showing a woman lifting heavy weights and performing high repetitions, illustrating progressive overload principles for muscle and strength.
Training Theory

How Does Progressive Overload Build Muscle and Strength?

In a study involving 55 untrained young women, simply increasing repetitions was just as effective for building muscle and strength as lifting heavier weights, challenging a long-held gym floor...

Hana Kim·June 19, 2026
A person performing dumbbell Romanian deadlifts with correct form, focusing on posterior chain engagement and lower back safety.
Strength & Conditioning

How to Do Dumbbell Romanian Deadlifts: A Step-by-Step Guide

Forget the intimidating barbell: the dumbbell Romanian deadlift offers a path to strength that's easier to learn and gentler on the lower back than its traditional counterpart.

Elena Pappas·June 19, 2026
A sports nutrition store shelf with limited whey protein availability, illustrating the impact of surging prices on the market.
Nutrition Science

Sports nutrition retailers face surging whey powder prices

A two-pound jug of Optimum Nutrition’s whey protein powder, a staple for many fitness enthusiasts, increased in price from about $40 to $54.

Talia Sharir·June 18, 2026
Diverse set of resistance bands being used by a fit individual for intense strength training exercises, demonstrating muscle engagement and power.
Gear & Tech

5 Types of Resistance Bands for Strength Training

After just seven weeks of training, individuals using elastic bands have been shown to improve maximal strength and power, rivaling gains achieved with traditional weights, according to scienceforspor

Simone Jeng·June 17, 2026
Diverse military spouses participating in fitness activities, showcasing strength, empowerment, community, and mutual support.
Gym Culture

Fitness: A crucial tool for military spouse well-being

Sheila Casey, wife of a retired four-star General and a prominent advocate, declares fitness isn't a luxury for military spouses—it's a crucial tool.

Mateo Vargas·June 13, 2026
Legendary bodybuilder Dennis James on stage, contemplating his past training choices and regretting prioritizing muscle size over posing practice.
Hypertrophy Hub

Dennis James regrets prioritizing size over posing

Legendary bodybuilder Dennis James, reflecting on a career of impressive physiques, now openly regrets not dedicating an hour to posing practice instead of two hours of cardio.

Elena Pappas·June 13, 2026
Special Olympics athletes of diverse abilities engaging in a group fitness session, demonstrating health and camaraderie in an inclusive environment.
Nutrition Science

Special Olympics fitness models reduce blood pressure for athletes with disabilities

Participants in Special Olympics fitness programs who started at high risk for heart disease showed the strongest reductions in blood pressure readings.

Talia Sharir·June 12, 2026
Diverse individuals performing resistance training exercises, showcasing muscle hypertrophy and strength gains in a well-lit gym.
Recovery & Mobility

Study confirms resistance training's vital role in muscle hypertrophy and strength gains.

A comprehensive review of 111 studies found that resistance training consistently adds an average of 1.

Hana Kim·June 12, 2026
Diverse amateur soccer players performing intense training drills on a field at dusk, showcasing dedication and effort for World Cup preparation.
Hypertrophy Hub

World Cup soccer training: Why a workout plan builds better players

For many recreational soccer players, a weekend match follows minimal training, creating a "load spike.

Elena Pappas·June 11, 2026
Bodybuilder Regan Grimes demonstrating the contrast between his publicized 2-set leg strategy and his actual, more intensive training routine in a gym.
Hypertrophy Hub

Regan Grimes' 2-set leg strategy vs. actual training

Regan Grimes publicly advocated a "2-set" leg workout strategy for the 2026 Texas Pro, emphasizing efficiency.

Elena Pappas·June 10, 2026
WWE's Rhea Ripley delivers a forceful chest chop to fitness influencer Jesse James West during an intense viral training session, causing his chest to turn red.
Gym Culture

Rhea Ripley trains with Jesse James West in new viral session

Fitness influencer Jesse James West's chest turned a vivid red, his face contorting in pain.

Mateo Vargas·June 10, 2026
Bodybuilding legend Bill Grant, known as the 'Man of Steel,' in a classic pose, remembered for his Mr. America and Mr. World titles.
Hypertrophy Hub

Bodybuilding legend Bill Grant dies

Bodybuilding legend Bill Grant, known universally as the 'Man of Steel,' has died, leaving behind a legacy forged by Mr.

Elena Pappas·June 5, 2026
A stressed bodybuilder examining their physique in a mirror before a competition, highlighting the potential for show day mistakes.
Hypertrophy Hub

IFBB Coach Explains How Bodybuilders Ruin Physique on Show Day

Despite intense dedication, many bodybuilders overdo last-minute changes, chasing an 'even better look' that often eludes them and can degrade their physique on show day.

Elena Pappas·June 2, 2026
Bodybuilding coach Milos Sarcev intensely observing Hadi Choopan during a high-stakes training session for the 2026 Mr. Olympia.
Strength & Conditioning

Milos Sarcev coaches Hadi Choopan for 2026 Mr. Olympia

Despite a recent third-place finish at the 2026 Arnold Classic, Hadi Choopan has enlisted renowned coach Milos Sarcev.

Elena Pappas·June 2, 2026
WWE Superstar Braun Strowman in a gym setting, showcasing his physique and a large meal, symbolizing his intense training and diet for a comeback.
Strength & Conditioning

Braun Strowman's new diet fuels WWE comeback

While on a 'cutting phase', WWE star Braun Strowman consumes an astonishing 7,300 calories daily, according to Muscleandfitness .

Elena Pappas·May 30, 2026
Athlete performing a bench press, demonstrating targeted muscle activation with varying ranges of motion for optimal chest, triceps, and shoulder development.
Gym Culture

Adjusting Bench Press Range of Motion Targets Specific Muscles

Forget just lifting heavy: a recent study on bench press technique found that even partial ranges of motion can significantly alter muscle activation patterns, challenging the conventional wisdom of '

Mateo Vargas·May 30, 2026
Legendary bodybuilder Lou Ferrigno, aged 74, demonstrating strength and determination during his recovery process after shoulder surgery.
Recovery & Mobility

Lou Ferrigno Shares Longevity Secrets Post-Shoulder Surgery

At 74 years old, legendary bodybuilder Lou Ferrigno underwent shoulder surgery in December 2025, where doctors reattached 95% of a damaged tendon, according to Muscle & Fitness .

Hana Kim·May 28, 2026
Senada Greca performing a full body kettlebell exercise, demonstrating strength and focus, with a subtle emphasis on cognitive benefits.
Gym Culture

Senada Greca's full body kettlebell workout uses 5 exercises for brain health.

Beyond burning fat and building muscle, Senada Greca's full-body kettlebell workout might actually be making your brain bigger.

Mateo Vargas·May 26, 2026
Person performing a modified squat exercise with a resistance band, demonstrating a safe alternative to barbell back squats for knee pain relief.
Gym Culture

Barbell Back Squat Alternatives Ease Knee Pain Safely

Despite common belief, over 60% of individuals with knee osteoarthritis can significantly reduce pain through targeted exercise, often without surgery, according to the American Academy of Orthopaedic

Mateo Vargas·May 26, 2026
Country singer Russell Dickerson performing energetically on stage, showcasing his peak physical condition during a tour performance.
Gym Culture

Russell Dickerson's Tour Workout Plan for Peak Performance

Russell Dickerson experienced an instant physical 'shred' after quitting alcohol, a change he made almost a month before this article, according to Muscle & Fitness .

Mateo Vargas·May 22, 2026
A focused athlete performing a hip thrust variation, showcasing glute activation and muscle engagement during a strength training exercise.
Training Theory

Hip Thrust Variation Boosts Glute Hypertrophy

While many lifters prioritize the barbell hip thrust for glute growth, step-up variations activate the gluteus maximus at an astonishing 125% of maximal voluntary isometric contraction (MVIC), accordi

Hana Kim·May 21, 2026
Country singer Nate Smith, who has lost 71 pounds, smiling confidently and looking healthier, showcasing his significant weight loss transformation.
Hypertrophy Hub

Nate Smith Achieves 71-Pound Weight Loss with New Health Plan

Country singer Nate Smith announced on Instagram that he has lost 71 pounds.

Elena Pappas·May 21, 2026
Brendan Wayne, actor for The Mandalorian, visibly struggling under the immense weight of his 62-pound Beskar armor during a demanding filming session.
Hypertrophy Hub

Brendan Wayne dons 62 pounds of armor for Mandalorian transformation

In the first 11 days of a shoot, Brendan Wayne, one of the actors portraying the Mandalorian, can lose 10 pounds due to the sheer physical demands of wearing the suit.

Elena Pappas·May 21, 2026