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Classic Physique Competitor Terrence Ruffin Trains Delts With Former Mr. Olympia Brandon Curry – Breaking Muscle
Coming off a clutch performance in Dubai that clinched him a spot in the 2023 Mr. Olympia lineup, Terrence Ruffin has a chance to remind everyone why he’s considered one of the top competitors in the Classic Physique division. The 2022 Arnold Classic winner officially...
Suni Lee Finds Her Balance
About a month after Lee woke up with a body that didn’t feel like her own, her doctors shut her down from training and competing, and on April 3, Lee announced she was ending her sophomore season early due to a “non-gymnastics health-related issue involving my...
What Is a Healthy Weight for Me?
If you’re wondering if there’s a definitive “healthy weight,” here’s the truth: There’s no perfect, absolute number you should aspire to achieve. Your healthy weight depends on a number of different factors, and there’s no way we can all fit into the same mold. With...
30 Fitness Gifts for Your Favorite Gym Rat
Since we’re regularly testing the latest fitness and wellness products, it probably comes as no surprise that we have plenty of gift ideas in this realm—you’ll find SELF Certified equipment, editor-approved activewear, workout apps, plus plenty of other favorites...
Reigning Champion Chris Bumstead Shares Full Day of Eating 6 Weeks Out From 2023 Mr. Olympia – Breaking Muscle
Considered the king of the Classic Physique division, Chris Bumstead understands exactly what it takes to become a champion. Coming off four consecutive first-place finishes at the Mr. Olympia show, the decorated bodybuilder has his sights set on taking home the title...
5 Upper-Body Moves That Work Your Abs Too
You don’t need a gym for a great upper-body session: As long as you have access to a few weights, you can get in a solid dumbbell chest workout right at home.And there’s good reason to do so. Building strength in your pectoral muscles—also known as your pecs, or your...
Unlock Hip Flexibility and Strength With Lizard Pose
Lizard pose, or Utthan Pristhasana in Sanskrit, is a challenging posture because it opens your hips, which can often get tight from sitting all day. Read on to open your tired, tight hips and explore the challenge of lizard pose! What Is Lizard Pose? Lizard pose is a...
Australian Strongman Smashes World Record by Pulling 44,753-Pound Crane – Breaking Muscle
Jordan "Biggie" Steffens continues to build upon his impressive resume. Written by Stephen Sheehan, CPT Last updated on October 2, 2023Two years after Canadian strongman Kevin Fast captivated a live television audience by pulling a 28,850-pound New York City public...
35 Great Shoe Deals You Can Shop Before Prime Day
Amazon’s at it again: The retailer’s Prime Big Deals Days (a.k.a. Prime Day part two) is next week, and we’ve already spotted tons of Prime Day shoe deals. The big two-day event will run from Tuesday, October 10, through Wednesday, October 11, but you don’t have to...
How to Do Three-Legged Downward Facing Dog
Three-legged downward facing dog, or tri pada adho mukha svanasana in Sanskrit, is an asymmetrical yoga pose designed to test your balance and transition your body from downward facing dog (adho mukha svanasana) to other yoga postures with ease. This pose is fantastic...
How to Do the Single-Leg Deadlift
The best exercises check several boxes at once: They work a ton of muscle groups, improve balance, hone coordination, and promote athleticism. All of this is true of the single-leg deadlift, a classic multi-tasker that can challenge newbies and gym rats alike. “I love...
Regan Grimes Kicks Off 2023 Mr. Olympia Prep With Grueling Back and Biceps Workout – Breaking Muscle
Fresh off a first-place finish at the 2023 Europa Pro Championship, Regan Grimes has quickly shifted his focus back in a familiar direction. By narrowly edging out Nathan de Asha for the Men’s Open title on Sept. 17, Grimes punched his ticket to the 2023 Mr. Olympia...
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