To say Derek Lunsford left a lasting impression at the 2022 Mr. Olympia would be a massive understatement. Transitioning from the 212 division, he made the most of his Men’s Open debut by coming within one spot of capturing the most coveted title in the sport of bodybuilding. Determined to topple reigning champion Hadi Choopan from his Mr….
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REP Fitness has been making a name for themselves for some time now. But when the home gym equipment company launched a new line of barbells in the summer of 2023, we were excited to see how they improved upon their predecessors. After training with the Double Black Diamond Power Bar for several weeks, we can honestly say…
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REP Fitness has been making a name for themselves for some time now. But when the home gym equipment company launched a new line of barbells in the summer of 2023, we were excited to see how they improved upon their predecessors. After training with the Double Black Diamond Power Bar for several weeks, we can honestly say…
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This is a delicious, healthy, and EASY side dish- perfect for Thanksgiving and the holiday season. If you’re looking for a no-fail side dish, this is the one. It’s gluten-free, Paleo, high in nutrients, and tastes amazing. Hi friends! How’s the day going? Hope you’re having a wonderful morning. Yesterday was a whirlwind of fun:…
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Even “The Mutant” is human. Unfortunately for Nick Walker, his Olympia journey has already come to an end due to a hamstring tear he suffered while training for the most important bodybuilding show of the year. Despite his best efforts, the third-place finisher at the 2022 Mr. Olympia could not overcome an injury that occurred at the worst…
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For elite bodybuilders like 2022 Mr. Olympia Hadi Choopan and four-time Classic Physique champion Chris Bumstead, having the chance to compete for the sport’s ultimate prize makes months of strict dieting and hours upon hours of tough training worth it. Coming off impressive victories at last year’s event, the two titans will be put to the test by…
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There’s no doubt barbells and dumbbells reign supreme when it comes to sculpting the ultimate physique. However, whether you don’t have time to make it to the gym, don’t have access to equipment, or aren’t ready to train at full capacity quite yet due to an injury, there is a readymade solution that will allow you to still…
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Black Friday can be one of the most exciting days of the year for fitness junkies, especially those who train at home. Throw in Cyber Monday, too, and you have even more chances to stock up on the best home gym equipment without paying full price. Even if you don’t have a home gym, you can find Black…
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Top bodybuilders from around the world will try to parlay their chiseled physiques into championship glory at the 2023 Olympia in Orlando, FL. Scheduled for Nov. 2-5, 2023, the most prestigious show in the sport will feature athletes from 11 International Federation of Bodybuilding and Fitness Pro League (IFBB Pro League) divisions, including 2022 Men’s Open winner Hadi…
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Today, we’re diving deep into the viral 30-30-30 “rule” for weight loss. One of the great things about working at NF, is I get to ask our team of coaches any fitness question that comes to mind. Another perk here is I get to wear sweatpants all day.   Recently, I noticed the 30/30/30 method blowing up […]
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