New PBW Format: The Possibilities Are Endless!
By Chad Nicholls, Executive Editor Today is a great day! When I joined Dan and the team here at Digital Muscle I knew some really cool things were happening. As Dan likes to say, it’s been a “brick by brick” building process. Well the latest brick is a BIG one!! One of the most respected […]
Ask the Doc – September Episode – Q&A on Hormone Therapies (Video Series)
Dr. Rand McClain, one of the world’s renowned experts in Hormone Replacement Therapies, is back with a new episode of his popular “Ask the Doc” series – now on DigitalMuscle.com. On this September 2017 edition of the show, Dr. Rand answers new questions on Low T and thyroid health, fertility and muscle growth. Hosted by […]
A Movie with Muscle: Reviewing “100% Nasty”
By Matt Samansky What does it mean to be a professional bodybuilder in the U.K.? If you think it’s all about big money sponsorships, large mansions and a pimped out Jeep, you would be sorely mistaken. From acclaimed director James Grealish who brought “Under Construction” and “Prep: The Series” to our screens, comes “100% Nasty”, […]
Bob Cicherillo’s Royal Event
By: Dan Solomon Publisher Fresh off his annual hosting gig at Olympia Weekend, bodybuilding’s reigning king of the podium is showing no signs of slowing down. Following the announcement that the NPC has ended its relationship with the IFBB’s Amateur Federation, there appears to be some exciting opportunities and Bob Cicherillo has positioned himself to take […]
Young Female Athletes: The Risks!
By: Matt Weik Many kids and young adults these days engage in athletics. For some its recreational and for others it’s organized competition. One thing many don’t focus on is the nutritional aspect and what it could be doing to young athletes’ bodies without even realizing it. When a high demand is put on the […]
Dan Solomon’s Olympia Reflection
By Dan Solomon Publisher I typically enter the building long before the crowds arrive, a world-class arena that hosts sporting events, concerts and just about anything suited for its 10,000 seat configuration. On this night the Orleans Arena, two miles off the Las Vegas trip, belonged to the event that crowns the top bodybuilder in the […]
What’s Your Risk Factor Score?
It’s a bottom line for fitness enthusiasts and athletes: everyone needs to have a baseline of fundamental human movement. Let me tell you about the Functional Movement Screen—why it makes sense and how it can potentially help reduce the risk of injury for athletes, strength enthusiasts, and recreational exercisers at all levels. The FMS was […]
Our Day at the DigitalMuscle.com Seminar
By Dan Solomon, Publisher The singular most endearing quality of the global fitness community is the passion and dedication shared by those who have committed to the lifestyle. On Saturday, February 13th, we joined forces with longtime NPC/IFBB event promoter Tim Gardner for the inaugural Digital Muscle Athlete Seminar for a full day of knowledge, […]
Jay Cutler Visits the Troops!
Legendary bodybuilder Jay Cutler, a 4-time Mr. Olympia champ, enjoys visiting with his fans serving in the military. DigitalMuscle.com’s Dave Bourlet joined Jay on his latest visit. Have You Visited the Digital Muscle Video Vault?
Should You Eat Before Exercise?
By: Matt Weik There has been a debate for quite some time on whether you should eat before you exercise or if you should exercise when in a fasted state. The banter has been enough to turn people blue in the face arguing their point of view. Theories have gone back and forth for both […]
Don’t Train Like a Sissy!
By John Hansen, Natural Bodybuilding Editor I saw a great photo of Clint Eastwood on Facebook the other day with the quote, “I miss the ole days when everybody wasn’t such a pussy”. Although I’m not quite as old as Clint, I can relate to his brash opinion of the diminishing state of manhood when […]
50 Ways to Thrash Body Fat
By Dr. Doug Kalman, Nutrition Editor Whether you’re a competitive athlete or you just like the lean look, keeping your body fat in check may help to extend your lifespan. I’ve put together a few tips, 50 to be exact, to help you thrash body fat, and in the process, help you to live life […]
WATCH THE OLYMPIA WEBCAST (Amazon.com)
The 53rd edition of Joe Weider’s Olympia Weekend is set for Friday and Saturday (September 15-16) in Las Vegas. Highlighted by Phil Heath’s pursuit of a 7th consecutive title, a victory would leave him just one win shy of equaling a record set by both Lee Haney and Ronnie Coleman. Fitness champ Oksana Grishina will try to garner a 4th […]
Understanding Sugar Alcohols
By Lindsay Kent The Beauty Blog Planning meals, calculating macronutrients, and carefully reviewing food labels are part of the daily routine of most health-conscious people. To that end, you should be paying attention to sugar, especially if you are focused on carbohydrate control and losing weight. The three main macronutrients are protein, which is calculated […]
Fit Recipe: High Protein-Low Carb Waffles
From the Kitchen of Stefanie Antorcha Hey ya’ll!!! so, we’ve covered a healthy snack and a nutritious dinner (if you haven’t checked out my protein mac and cheese… WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR!) Now, it’s time for my favorite meal of the day… breakfast! Breakfast foods are the MVP of life! In the Bambody house, […]
Arnold Notebook: Early Look at New Events!
By Ruth Silverman Managing Editor I know, I know. 2016 is barely over, and I’m already thinking about next March, but last week’s email brought a press release about the big, fabulous Arnold Sports Festival in Columbus, Ohio—and how much bigger and more fabulous it will be in 2017—and the excitement started to build. Full […]
Tempo Training: Follow the Beat!
By Evina Del Pizzo As you may have noticed in my previous posts, I talk a lot about workout tempo. In most of my workouts, I make sure that I am contracting the muscle in a specific tempo that will give me the most for that muscle from the range of motion—for example, using a […]
Supplement Review: 3 Protein Bars Rated & Reviewed
By Matt Samansky, Supplement Review Editor Hundreds of protein bar variations have hit the market over the years. Mainstream snacks from companies like Nature Valley, Pure Protein, Power Bar, and Cliff are, to some degree, just glorified candy bars, containing a meager 8-10 grams of protein and loaded with hidden sugars. Let’s take a look […]
Structuring a Diet for Fat Loss
By Ben Pakulski Question: “How do you structure a diet for fat loss? Diet structuring for fat loss is a very popular and often misunderstood topic. There are many different approaches and methods, such as maintaining a constant deficit by simply adjusting as plateaus are reached, or a calorie/carb cycling routine. I think the first […]
Building Muscle: It’s So Much More Than Flexing!!
By Dan “The Mayor” Dillon My first blog article here at Digital Muscle!! Let me begin by saying that I’m not famous. I’m a retired NYPD police officer who fell in love with bodybuilding and it changed my life. They call me the Mayor. It’s a tongue and cheek way of saying that I’m a […]
The Power of Defeat… and the moments that reveal character
By John Hansen, Natural Bodybuilding Editor One of the biggest stories trending this week is the poor attitude that was displayed by Carolina Panthers superstar quarterback Cam Newton after his team lost the Super Bowl. Newton walked out of the postgame press conference after answering a few questions and was roundly criticized by both fans […]
Joints: The Painful Truth (Advanced Research Series)
By Dr. Doug Kalman, Nutrition Editor As we age, many of us notice that our joints ache a tad more than they used to. In addition, muscles ache that never used to ache before. Some would say that these symptoms are just part of the natural fabric of aging (for anyone older than 30), but […]
Kettlebells vs Dumbbells!! Setting the Record Straight
By Scott Iardella Nothing irritates me more than a YouTube video or article about kettlebell training featuring exercises that could just as easily be done with a dumbbell or any other training modality. Kettlebells are fantastic training tools, and so are dumbbells, but they serve different purposes and are very different modalities. So, when I […]
Ladies Night in Phoenix! (Event Report)
By Ruth Silverman, Managing Editor Oh, wow. I am so jazzed for the upcoming Olympia weekend after watching the IFBB Wings of Strength Rising Phoenix Women’s World Bodybuilding Championship and the IFBB Arizona Women’s Pro on the free DigitalMuscle.com Livestream on Saturday. For one thing, the Tim Gardner production, now in its third year, is […]
Fitness Champ Oksana Grishina on Muscle Beach TV
On a new edition of DigitalMuscle.com’s Muscle Beach TV, Oksana Grishina, the greatest pro fitness athlete of all time, visits as she prepares for her final Fitness Olympia. Hosted by Dave Bourlet and brought to you this week by House of Pain Apparel and IronmagLabs. Have You Visited the Digital Muscle Video Vault?
WEBCAST: RISING PHOENIX & ARIZONA WOMENS EVENT (Watch Now)
DigitalMuscle.com, the fitness industry’s media hub, is pleased to present this exclusive FREE webcast of the WINGS OF STRENGTH RISING PHOENIX, the World Championship of Women’s Bodybuilding, held in conjunction with the ARIZONA WOMEN’S PRO, an IFBB sanctioned event featuring pro bikini, figure and physique competition. Watch the event RIGHT HERE on Saturday September 9th LIVE from the Talking Stick […]