A legendary bodybuilder, Franco Columbu has left an indelible mark on the world of bodybuilding. Twice winner of Mr. Olympia, the man who was nicknamed The Sardinian Strongman was a true force of nature. Alternately athlete, actor, sports coach and chiropractor, the Italian also established a solid friendship with Arnold Schwarzenegger. Find out more...
Lose more than 5 kilos in only 1 week? Now that's a tempting promise! This is exactly what the cabbage soup diet offers you. This dietary method is currently very popular among people who want to lose weight. But is it really effective for bodybuilders? Spoiler:...
The bungee squat is a great way to build up your thighs and tone your buttocks. At the gym or at home, this fitness exercise is ideal for making your bodyweight squats more challenging. Find out how to do squats with an elastic band to optimize muscle building...
Do you regularly feel tired during or after your weight training sessions? Do you often suffer from cramps? What if this was due to a magnesium deficiency? This mineral salt plays an important role in the functioning of the immune system and the human body in general. In this article, you will understand...
Well known to all sportsmen, the Luc Léger test is a tough and dreaded endurance test. Used in many entrance exams (police, firemen, army, etc.), it allows you to calculate your maximum aerobic speed and your VO2 max. After having presented the principle of the Luc Léger, I will explain how to do it to...
Francis Benfatto is one of the greatest French athletes to have evolved in the world of bodybuilding. He reached the highest level in the world thanks to his hard work and his own bodybuilding techniques. Still endowed with an exceptional physique at more than 60 years old, he is a true example for the...
Running is often the first reflex of people who want to lose weight. It is true that running, and more generally cardio, has many health benefits. But is it really effective to run to lose weight? Let's take stock of this subject which is the subject of much debate among...
The sweat belt is a fitness accessory used by many people wishing to lose belly and refine their figure. Worn around the waist, it promotes the phenomenon of sweating. According to some, this would have the effect of eliminating unwanted weight. So, does a sweat belt really make you lose weight? What is a sweat belt?
Many athletes use a sports warming cream before doing any physical activity. In the form of a gel or ointment, it helps prepare the muscles for exercise. Heating creams also have analgesic properties to relieve muscle pain. Discover in this article the best heating creams for your body...
The banana is the favorite fruit of sportsmen. It allows you to fill up on energy thanks to its carbohydrate content. Before or after weight training, the benefits of bananas are numerous. Whether to gain mass or to lose weight, discover why to eat bananas in bodybuilding. The food of...
The adductor is a muscle located inside the thigh. Particularly solicited by soccer players, it is also used in weight training exercises such as the squat or the thigh press. Adductors that are too stiff can be responsible for pain and injury. In the same way as the psoas, they must therefore be...
To play Batman in the latest film by Matt Reeves, Robert Pattinson had to undergo an intense weight training program and follow a weight gain diet. Unaccustomed to frequenting gyms, the 35-year-old British actor has imposed several weekly workouts to get into the skin of the Batman.
Looking for a forearm workout? I've got just what you need! The Andrieu reel is an ideal accessory to obtain muscular and powerful forearms. Find out how to use this equipment that is still unknown to exercisers. What is the Andrieu reel ? The Andrieu reel is a bodybuilding accessory...
What is the ideal weight for a man or a woman? As a sports coach, this is a question I often hear. In this article, I suggest you discover several solutions to calculate your reference weight, as well as some keys to analyze your results. What is the ideal weight?
Are you unable to lose weight even though you are eating less and exercising more? Combined with digestive problems, difficulty sleeping and poor muscle recovery, this phenomenon is most likely the result of a blocked metabolism. This is common among dieters. Fortunately, there are some...
Tom Stoltman and Sheikh Ahmed Al-Hassan Sanou. These two names probably don't mean anything to you. However, these 2 incredible athletes can now claim the prestigious title of strongest man in the world. A recognition acquired thanks to their recent exploits in international championships of strength sports, a discipline quite different from bodybuilding. Tour...
You are probably already familiar with static sleeving. But have you ever heard of dynamic sleeving? This version of bodyweight training is ideal for strengthening your deep muscles and improving your posture. Discover the best dynamic lifting exercises to incorporate into your weight training program for lasting results. What is dynamic weight training?
