Alessandro Cavagnola’s Core Workout: Smith Machine Leg Raises for Stronger Abs
Alessandro Cavagnola, a top‑ranked Men’s Physique competitor, is spotlighting the Smith‑machine incline leg raise to sharpen his core ahead of the 2026 Arnold Classic. He explains that the movement targets the transverse abdominis, obliques, rectus abdominis, multifidus, diaphragm and pelvic floor in a three‑dimensional fashion. By lying on a 45‑degree bench and gripping the bar, the exercise isolates the abs while maintaining upper‑body stability. Cavagnola recommends three sets of twelve controlled reps, emphasizing time‑under‑tension for maximal abdominal fatigue.
Alan Ritchson’s Brutal Real Ranger-Style Workouts Behind Netflix’s ‘War Machine’
Alan Ritchson immersed himself in authentic Ranger‑style training for Netflix’s upcoming sci‑fi action film *War Machine*. The production, shot in Victoria, Australia and New Zealand, required the actor to perform grueling pull‑ups, tire drags, mudslides and grade‑five rapids without CGI assistance....
How an Ottawa Run Club Became a Meeting Place for Diplomats
An informal running club for diplomats emerged in Ottawa after Polish embassy staff member Magdalena Pajewska connected with Lithuanian ambassador Darius Skusevicius. Their email invitation sparked over 20 participants at the first winter run, quickly expanding to about 60 members...
REEB Launches Two New Steel Hardtails for 2026
REEB Cycles marks its 15th anniversary by unveiling two new steel hardtail frames for the 2026 model year: the American‑made Re:Dikyelous and the Taiwan‑built Hall Pass. Both bikes share aggressive trail geometry, a 130 mm fork, 65.5° head angle and innovative...
Transition Spur V2: Built for Race Day—And Every Other Day
Transition has launched the Spur V2, a cross‑country bike that blends race‑day speed with down‑country capability. The new model adds 130 mm front travel via a Fox 34 Float SL fork and retains 120 mm rear travel with a geo‑adjustable shock for fine‑tuned...
North America’s First Road Cycling World Championships in a Decade Will Be Brutal
The 2026 UCI Road World Championships return to North America after a ten‑year gap, with Montreal hosting the elite races from September 20‑27. Organizers unveiled a classic‑style circuit centered on Mont Royal, featuring repeated 8% climbs and a total vertical...
Why Most Longevity Advice Gets Weight and Exercise Wrong
In a recent episode of Longevity by Design, Dr. Gil Blander interviews Dr. David Allison, director of the USDA Children’s Nutrition Research Center, to dissect common misconceptions in weight, exercise, and nutrition science. Allison emphasizes that reproducibility and transparent methodology...
Training for the Pregnant Athlete
Pregnant athletes can maintain training by adapting to physiological changes rather than stopping altogether. Blood volume, cardiac output, and hormone levels shift, making heart‑rate zones unreliable and emphasizing perceived exertion. Strength work remains crucial, but exercises must protect joints and...
These 3 Simple Knee Exercises Stopped My Pain and Improved My Surfing (Video)
After a teenage tibia fracture left him with chronic knee pain, the author struggled with conventional physical therapy for over a decade. Discovering Ben Patrick’s Knees Over Toes program introduced three simple movements—backward walking, bodyweight squats, and tibialis raises—that eliminated...
Does Drinking Hot Water Have Any Health Benefits?
Hot water has become a TikTok‑driven wellness fad, with users claiming it aids digestion, weight loss, and skin clarity. The practice draws from traditional Chinese medicine and Ayurveda, which recommend warm beverages to support gastrointestinal function. Scientific research is sparse;...
For a Simpler Workout, Try Combining Moves
Fitness experts are promoting combination exercises that merge two or more movements into a single set, allowing trainees to work multiple muscle groups in a short 20‑25‑minute session. The approach engages primary muscles, supporting stabilizers, and the core while raising...
Apple Pie Energy Bites
MyFitnessPal’s blog introduced Apple Pie Energy Bites, a nutrient‑dense snack combining dried apples, toasted nuts, oats, dates, and spices. The recipe delivers 96 calories per bite with balanced fiber, protein, and healthy fats, and can be prepared in under 20...
How to Stay in Hiking Shape With Just One Workout Per Week
Recent research and expert insight reveal hikers can preserve endurance with just one weekly workout if the session meets a specific intensity threshold. Strength‑and‑conditioning specialist Marc Monroe advises 150 minutes of Zone 2 aerobic work plus 10‑30 minutes of Zone 4‑5 effort,...
Navy Vet Katie Salerni Shares the Best Bodyweight Glute Workout for Strength & Stability
Navy veteran and powerlifter Katie Salerni, known as "KatyLiftz," posted a four‑move bodyweight glute routine on Instagram. The workout—donkey kick, glute bridge, lying reverse leg raise, and lying lateral leg raise—covers the gluteus maximus, medius and minimus without any equipment....
Chris Bumstead’s Laser-Focus Strategy Behind a Classic Physique Dynasty
Chris Bumstead, six‑time Classic Physique Olympia champion (2018‑2024), attributes his dominance to an ultra‑specific goal and relentless focus rather than sheer training volume. In a recent Instagram Reel, he explained that he set a clear target of six Olympia titles...
Jakob Ingebrigtsen Injury Update: Back Running 8km on Land After Achilles Surgery
Norwegian distance star Jakob Ingebrigtsen has logged an 8 km run on land just weeks after undergoing Achilles surgery in California. The run took place at Gunn High School, where he joined students and local runners, even sharing his recovery drink,...
Sheet Pan Almond-Crusted Salmon With Green Beans
The MyFitnessPal blog refreshed its sheet‑pan almond‑crusted salmon with green beans recipe, emphasizing a crunchy almond‑Parmesan topping, Dijon‑moistened salmon, and roasted green beans with cremini mushrooms. The dish delivers more than half of the American Heart Association’s weekly 6‑ounce fatty‑fish...
Rapha Pro Team Shadow Gloves Review: Lightweight and Warm, but Possibly a Better Fit for Dry Days
Rapha’s updated Shadow Gloves, part of the 2025 Shadow range, target riders in 4‑12 °C conditions with a lightweight, low‑bulk design. Constructed from 73 % recycled polyester and elastane, they feature a soft integrated lining, suede palm for high grip, and touchscreen‑compatible...
Want to Hike 30 Miles in a Day? Here’s How to Do It.
Long‑distance hikers Willie McBride and Ally Watson break down how to tackle a 30‑mile day on the trail. Their core advice is to add extra hours rather than speed, start before sunrise, and be prepared to finish after dark. They...
The Iron Mindset: Navigating the Mental Battlefield of Major Injury Recovery
The article explores the psychological battlefield elite lifters face after major injuries, emphasizing that physical healing alone is insufficient without a structured mental strategy. It outlines an identity shift from performance‑based self‑worth to broader personal value and introduces the “Spiral...
Orchard Chicken Salad Lettuce Wraps
The Orchard Chicken Salad Lettuce Wraps recipe offers a high‑protein, low‑carb lunch option using shredded rotisserie or cooked chicken, Greek yogurt, apples, grapes, and almonds. Each serving delivers 28 g of protein and 257 calories, packaged in crisp lettuce leaves for...
Shawarma-Spiced Chickpea Bowls
MyFitnessPal has refreshed its Shawarma‑Spiced Chickpea Bowl recipe, a quick vegetarian lunch that combines toasted chickpeas with lemon‑yogurt, tomato, cucumber and avocado. Each serving delivers 12 g of fiber—covering 48% of women’s and 32% of men’s daily fiber needs—along with 24 g...
How U.S. Paralympian Brenna Huckaby Uses Oura to Redefine Resilience and Avoid Burnout
U.S. Paralympian Brenna Huckaby, the most decorated snowboarding athlete, is preparing for the Milano‑Cortina 2026 Games while leveraging her Oura Ring to fine‑tune rest and recovery. She uses Oura’s Readiness and Sleep scores to counter a historic over‑training mindset and...
The Elitefts Indoor Sled: How to Get Real Sled Work Done Without Wrecking Your Floor
Elitefts introduced the Indoor Sled with Strap, a compact, plate‑loaded sled designed for indoor surfaces such as carpet, rubber, and turf. Priced at $89.97, the sled offers a floor‑friendly alternative to traditional metal sleds, eliminating abrasion and storage hassles. The...
Designing Trustworthy Health AI: Q&A with Oura’s Dr. Chris Curry and Dr. Tanvi Jayaraman
Oura has launched its first custom AI model focused on women’s health, embedding it in the Oura Advisor experience. The model is built on curated clinical research, combined with individual sensor data, and runs on Oura‑controlled, privacy‑first infrastructure. Lead clinicians...
Why You Shouldn’t Panic About GLP-1 Muscle Loss
GLP‑1 agonists such as Wegovy are driving rapid weight loss, prompting concerns that users may experience significant muscle loss. While people with obesity typically possess more absolute muscle, weight reduction naturally sheds some lean tissue, and researchers have not yet...
A Beginner's Guide to Building Bulletproof Knees
The article introduces a step‑by‑step system for building "bulletproof" knees by embracing the knees‑over‑toes position rather than avoiding it. It blends Louie Simmons’ concentric sled‑drag techniques with Charles Poliquin’s eccentric reverse step‑up methodology, culminating in chain‑loaded squats that match the athlete’s...
A Track Star, Doping Allegations, & The NCAA’s Anti-Doping Policy Exposed
Seth Clevenger, a former Iowa State runner who transferred to Rowan University, shattered the Division III 5,000 m record with a 13:32.09 performance and now leads the DIII indoor mile and 3,000 m rankings. Former Iowa State teammates allege he used the banned...
2026 USA Indoor Track and Field Championship Race Videos
The 2026 USA Indoor Track & Field Championships concluded Sunday with NBC posting all final races on YouTube, while Saturday’s events remain behind a USATF.tv paywall. Notable performances included Jordan Anthony edging Noah Lyles in the men’s 60 m, Jacious Sears...
Ultra Weekend Recap — March 1, 2026
UltraRunning Magazine reported 31 North American ultra events over the weekend of Feb 28‑Mar 1, 2026, highlighting results from Utah, Arizona, Maryland and Washington. The 20th anniversary Moab Red Hot Ultra 55 k drew 175 finishers, with Hannah Allgood winning the women’s division...
Shocker: Nathan Green Upsets Hocker as Cooper Lutkenhaus Comes Through at USA Indoors
The 2026 USATF Indoor Championships delivered a dramatic upset in the men’s 1500 m, with former Washington teammates Nathan Green and Luke Houser taking gold and silver in a 3:37.65 finish. Olympic medalists Yared Nuguse and Cole Hocker fell to fourth...
VIDEO: Cole Hocker Wins USA Indoors 3000m; Nuguse Beats Young by .01
Cole Hocker captured the USA Indoor 3000 m title in 7:39.25, edging out Yared Nuguse and Nico Young in a photo‑finish. Nuguse secured the final World Championships berth by a razor‑thin .01‑second margin over Young, leaving the top three separated by...
How Connor Lost 20 Pounds & Dropped 10% Body Fat in 4 Months
Connor, a 43‑year‑old tech sales professional, completed Legion Athletics’ four‑month body‑transformation coaching and shed 20 pounds while dropping his body‑fat percentage from roughly 30% to 20%. He also reduced his waist from 38.5 inches to 33.5 inches and gained noticeable...
2026 Tokyo Marathon Results
The 2026 Tokyo Marathon saw Ethiopian Tadese Takele and Kenyan Geoffrey Toroitich share the men’s title with a blistering 2:03:37 finish, while Kenya’s Brigid Kosgei claimed the women’s crown in 2:14:29. Six men broke the 2:04 barrier, underscoring the race’s...
Records Fall and Champions Crowned During 2026 World Rowing Virtual Indoor Championships, Presented by Concept2
The 2026 World Rowing Virtual Indoor Championships, presented by Concept2, wrapped up on 28 February with athletes competing from homes worldwide via connected indoor rowing machines. New sprint records fell, including a 435‑metre world‑record in the Men’s 1‑minute and a 368‑metre...
The Very Real Benefits of Tai Chi Walking
Tai Chi walking, a foundational component of the Chinese martial art, is gaining popularity after viral social media posts. While some claim it can quickly build muscle, experts like Professor Li Li emphasize realistic benefits such as improved balance and...
One-Pot Vegan Farro Jambalaya
MyFitnessPal’s latest post introduces a one‑pot vegan farro jambalaya that swaps traditional rice for protein‑rich farro. The recipe combines farro, plant‑based Italian sausage, tomatoes, and Cajun spices, delivering a hearty, plant‑forward dinner in just 30 minutes. Nutritional data shows each...
Turkey-Stuffed Bell Peppers
The turkey‑stuffed bell pepper recipe offers a lean‑protein alternative to traditional beef‑based dishes, using ground turkey for lower saturated fat. Each serving provides 345 calories and 33 grams of protein, complemented by brown rice, tomatoes, and a modest cheese topping. The...
Train Your Ass Off 2026
Train Your Ass Off (TYAO) is launching 2‑3 intensive coaching events in 2026, targeting serious lifters who want rapid technical breakthroughs. The two‑day, small‑group format delivers hands‑on feedback on fundamentals like bracing, programming, and intensity, with attendees claiming more progress...
Austin Rowing Club Hosts 43rd Heart of Texas Regatta
The Heart of Texas Regatta celebrated its 43rd edition on Lady Bird Lake, hosted by Austin Rowing Club, Texas’s oldest rowing organization. The 1,000‑meter sprint attracted 675 entries across junior, club and masters categories, nearly double the field from 25...
Resilience Revisited
Jodi Weiss reflects on resilience through personal loss, a diagnosis of atrial fibrillation and supraventricular tachycardia, and a decade of ultrarunning. She explains how heart‑rhythm disruptions mirrored emotional turbulence and how ritualized running, yoga, and stillness helped rebuild her sense...
Training for that Pinnacle Regatta
Coaches must first identify the season’s pinnacle regatta to anchor training plans. By studying historical race speeds, course characteristics, and competitor erg scores, they can set precise performance targets. Objective assessment of their crew’s technique and physiology guides whether focus...
How the Daylight Saving Time Change Impacts Sleep, According to Oura Data
Oura’s analysis of over 700,000 US members shows that the biannual Daylight Saving Time (DST) shift measurably disrupts sleep and recovery. In the spring “forward” transition, deep‑sleep proportion fell 1.14% while sleep latency rose 2%, yet steps rose 2.84% and...
How to Run Black Canyon in Style & Comfort
The Black Canyon 100k, part of the World Trail Majors, offers one of the fastest ultra‑trail experiences in the United States. The author combined elite competition with high‑end hospitality, staying at Hilton Scottsdale resorts and enjoying spa recovery. Practical tips...
Coaching Molly Seidel: Translating Marathon Fitness to Ultramarathon
CTS coach Cliff Pittman guided Olympic marathoner Molly Seidel through her first 100 km at Black Canyon using a Minimum Effective Change model. Rather than adding mileage, the plan kept total volume steady while increasing run density and emphasizing back‑to‑back long...
Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Sports Nutrition
Artificial intelligence has become embedded in daily sports nutrition workflows, from wearable readiness scores to automated meal‑plan generators. The technology excels when problems are well‑defined, data are accurate, and outcomes are objective—exemplified by AI‑driven endurance nutrition planning and real‑time analysis...
What to Know About the ‘Anti-Aging’ Peptide Shots Flooding Social Media
A wave of unapproved anti‑aging peptide injections is sweeping social media, driven by influencers and celebrities. Most products are sold on the gray market, often from China, and lack FDA approval or robust clinical data. Experts warn of safety risks,...
GPs to Get £3,000 Bonus to Maximise Weight Loss Drug Prescriptions
The UK government will add a £3,000 average annual bonus to GP contracts for prescribing the weight‑loss drug Mounjaro, plus a £1,000 incentive for referrals to weight‑loss programmes, starting in April 2026. The scheme targets patients who meet current NHS...
'It Was Like Buying Groceries' - Woman Calls for Tighter Weight-Loss Jabs Checks
Emma Dyer bought weight‑loss injections online for £115, bypassing any medical assessment, and suffered a severe health collapse within days. Her experience reflects a wider surge, with an estimated 1.6 million UK adults using GLP‑1 drugs such as Mounjaro and Wegovy,...