by Christian Duque

The world of bodybuilding and fitness became unglued when news of Hadi Choopans’ farewell video went viral. His fans just couldn’t understand why. Here you have a champion who’s finally where he wants to be, both in terms of placings, as well as popularity, but he wants out? He works with a legendary coach, in Hany Rambod, has a huge sponsor in Evogen, and he’s able to compete at the Olympia. He could probably compete in more countries, once things with Covid 19 normalize; however, as most of the other top Olympians are making announcements starting their preps, The Persian Wolf is giving an exit speech? Or is he?
Read More »WILL HADI CHOOPAN REALLY RETIRE?

by Christian Duque

So, before anything, let me address the likely question many of you find yourselves asking, “who the hell is Ruki Bazuki?” I’ll be honest with you, I didn’t know, either, but I certainly know who he is based on the many photos and videos I’ve seen online. I’m sure you do, too. Is he a champion bodybuilder? Has he broken strength records? Who is he? Has he been on major motion pictures? Why is it that I can recognize him, and you probably can, too?
Read More »RUKI BAZUKI SAYS ADIOS TO SYNTHOL!

by Matt Weik

Everyone hears of people around them taking some sort of supplement. Is this a bad thing? No, it’s not. While there are some supplements out there that are all hype, many of them actually serve a purpose and are extremely helpful. Maybe it’s a multivitamin to fill in micronutrient gaps in their nutrition? Maybe it’s a fat burner to help someone drop a few pounds? Or maybe it’s a protein powder to help someone bulk up and add some quality lean muscle mass to their physique? No matter how you shake it, the supplement industry is here to stay and is nothing to shake a stick at. We are talking about a $34B+ industry with no signs of slowing down in sight. But there may be some things you have never known about your supplements.
Read More »6 THINGS YOU MAY HAVE NEVER KNOWN ABOUT YOUR SUPPLEMENTS

by Christian Duque

Support Local Business!! That’s a commitment I’d like to start and end my article with, because it truly means something. As consumers, we have something called buying power and how/where we choose to spend our money, dramatically impacts several sectors. The more we spend, the better the economy will be. When people spend money, it creates more jobs, it allows businesses to expand, and it also puts more money into the sport. While there are major supplement stores (e.g. GNC, Vitamin Shoppe, Vitamin World) in all major U.S. cities, I chose to write about local and regional chains, because I feel they’re far more intune with the people.
Read More »ARE LOCAL SUPPLEMENT STORES ON THE RISE?

by Matt Weik

I’m always on the lookout for interesting new topics to cover, and when I saw this headline, I thought to myself, “There is no f*ckin way this is legit.” Boy, was I wrong! While scrolling through a bunch of bodybuilding topics, I came across the headline, “Vegan Bodybuilder Swears by ‘Semen Smoothies’ to Keep COVID Away.” Look, I know these influencers will do just about anything to build their audience and make money, but this one might take the cake.
Read More »A SEMEN SMOOTHIE? THESE FITNESS INFLUENCES ARE OUT OF CONTROL

by Christian Duque

Legends know no eras. In an industry obsessed with glamour and glitz, where social media followers, likes, and clout can be purchased from any number of shady websites – bombarding users with unsolicited DM’s, it’s very easy for wannabes to get caught up in the lie. Never before have there been as many alleged superstars, as today. If we went strictly by IG numbers, it would seem the fitness industry has grown by leaps and bounds over the course of the last few years.
Read More »KEVIN LEVRONE’S AMASSING POPULARITY

by Matt Weik

I recently watched a video interview where Lou Ferrigno was asked about the financial realm of the bodybuilding industry. Lou, of all people, knows a thing or two about money. Through his businesses, movie career, and time on television, he’s racked up a net worth (according to several sources) of around $12M. Was bodybuilding where he made his millions? Nope. Not even close. But he chimed in on exactly how much today’s bodybuilders should be making in his eyes.
Read More »LOU FERRIGNO SAYS MR. OLYMPIA WINNER DESERVES $1M PRIZE: IS HE CRAZY?

by Matt Weik

Have you been wanting to get into the fitness industry but have no clue where to even begin? Or maybe supplements are your thing, and you love that industry? Regardless, using the excuse you don’t know where to start will only have you sitting there a year from now thinking the same thoughts and making the same excuses without any action. If you want to get in the game, start a side hustle TODAY!
Read More »WANT TO WORK IN THE FITNESS INDUSTRY? START A SIDE HUSTLE TODAY

by Christian Duque

It’s the first of March and there’s still well over 7 months until the 212 Olympia Showdown, once again held in Orlando, FL, but let me tell you, the net is lighting up with speculation as to who will prevail. Shaun Clarida achieved a massive upset in 2020, beating out favorites like defending champion Kamal Elgargni and favorite to win, George Peterson. Back in 2019, when Kamal won, he beat the then-favorite Derek Lunsford.
Read More »DEREK LUNSFORD, HANY RAMBOD – JOIN FORCES

by Matt Weik

One of the greatest Women’s Physique competitors to ever step on stage, Shanique Grant, followed up her 2020 Olympia with a sudden retirement announcement. Some thought she was just salty for placing second after already winning two Olympia titles. Her explanation was that she wants to focus on her longevity (health), start a family in 2021, all while still keeping her femininity – these were taken directly from her Instagram post on January 2, 2021. Much respect to her for making such a tough decision when she still had many good years ahead of her in the sport.
Read More »DOES SHANIQUE GRANT HAVE A POINT? IS IT IMPOSSIBLE TO MAKE A LIVING COMPETING?