by Matt Weik

We are all human. And as humans, many of us like to partake in adult beverages – even if we are in the health and fitness industry. Some of us enjoy a scotch while others like to pop the top of a cold one and enjoy an ice-cold beer. Whichever you choose, you have probably noticed that there are no nutrition labels on them. Those interested in tracking their macros would often question how they should record their alcohol consumption (drinking in moderation). Bud Light has seemed to take the first step in transparency and is now adding their ingredients and nutrition label to their packaging. Is this a step in the right direction or has the brand had one too many in thinking this will change anything? Or maybe that’s just the point?
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by Christian Duque

It really seems as if physique-based sports are falling prey to becoming the next frontier of the world of political correctness. It seems that any attempt at comedy could easily result in a feud. Even discussions based on generalities could lead to drama. Ultimately, each person has their own opinions and outlooks – we’re all different and that should be fine.
Read More »Jeremy Buendia Not Happy with Antoine Vaillant

by Matt Weik

To be completely transparent, I can’t stand Dr. Oz. I think he’s a complete quack. That being said, he helped the supplement industry boom for many years, and now looking back, literally every dietary supplement he promoted on his shows have completely failed the test of time in the marketplace. And while he’s not the only quack, I mean doctor, pushing these types of products, he is one of the most recognized for his work (whatever that actually is).
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by Matt Weik

Roelly Winklaar came off of 2018 with some pep in his step. He did well as the Olympia and overall seemed to be hitting stride with his physique. Then came the Arnold Classic in Columbus, OH where he looked nothing like he did in 2018 (everyone knew he was off). He followed up that lackluster appearance with a showing at the Arnold Classic Australia where he again didn’t look as well as he had in the past. There were some reasons behind him looking somewhat out of shape but can he get it together and be ready for the Olympia?
Read More »Can Roelly Winklaar Rebound in Time for the Olympia?

by Christian Duque

This is an interesting article for me, because both guys have me blocked on various social media platforms. I’m pretty sure Nick blocked me because I was hard on Luimarco. Lui, who? Yeah, he’s been sort of MIA, lately. Phil blocked me, for the same reason Phil has blocked countless fans – for simply saying something he found offensive. I was then, am now, and will likely always be, a huge Shawn “Flexatron” Rhoden fan. I thought Shawn should have won in 2016, I predicted him to win in 2017, and I rallied behind him again in 2018. The truth is, Phil didn’t like the fact Shawn was confident; he also probably didn’t like Kai for the very same reason.
Read More »Nick Miller and Phil Heath – A Social Media Showdown?

by Matt Weik

Coffee is the most consumed morning beverage in America. Some people can’t seem to function before they take a sip of their morning elixir. Yet, for the majority of those individuals, they’re carrying around some extra weight which could be a result of their coffee preferences. WHAT!? It’s true. Depending on what you’re putting in your coffee, it could add several hundred calories to your cup of java. Therefore, I want to go over three ways to make your morning coffee healthier and work for you rather than against you.
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by Christian Duque

Age truly is just a number. You’re only as old as you feel. When I see training videos of 2008 Mr. Olympia, Dexter “The Blade” Jackson, doing pulldowns with the legendary Charles Glass behind him, that’s straight-up bodybuilding royalty. When you stop to think about the fact that Dexter started back in the early 90’s, how he defied the odds and went pro, and how he continues to compete, besting guys 10, 20, even 30 years his junior, it’s truly mind-boggling.
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by Christian Duque

On my first post-Arnold Classic article, I have to say that my prediction was right, this was Brandon Curry’s year, and he won the contest, just as I said he would. That’s not to say it wasn’t a hard-fought battle which pushed defending champion William “The Conqueror” Bonac and Brandon to the absolute limit. Bonac brought a very impressive package, with tons of muscle, excellent wheels and very conditioned muscle.
Read More »William Bonac – A Class Act!

by Christian Duque

“Thoughts become things,” that’s the line Kai Greene used and put next to a recent photo on his Instagram. In the photo, he’s leaning against the Marvel sign. In terms of comic books, cartoons, animation, Marvel is perhaps the biggest fish in the pond. Greene, who has appeared on the Netflix series Stranger Things on Netflix, is someone who appreciates sci-fi and imaginative roles.
Read More »Kai Greene – The Next Marvel Superhero?

by Matt Weik

Those who exercise regularly generally do it for weight management reasons. Many forget how important it is to train in such a way that it improves cardiovascular functioning (heart health). Heart disease is our nation’s number one killer and is something many of us can prevent. For that reason, I’m going to outline a few very important concepts we all need to know, remember, and implement in order to improve heart health.
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