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Grocery Shopping With IFBB Figure Pros w/ Samantha Jerring
Nutrex athlete, IFBB Pro, and self-proclaimed mustard connoisseur, Samantha Jerring, gives us a rundown of what her typical grocery haul looks like during her maintenance phase.
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What To Eat Before You Workout with Samantha Jerring
Nutrex athlete and IFBB Figure Pro, Samantha Jerring, gives M&S a sneak peek at what her pre-workout nutrition looks like before she heads deep into her 2022 Olympia Prep!
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What It Takes to Be A Champion with Sadik Hadzovic
After taking a couple of years off from competing, IFBB Pro, Sadik Hadzovic is back to take you inside his journey and mindset to becoming a Champion.
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Serious lifters know to stay away from these 3 compound lifts, not only because they're useless but can end up hurting you in the long run.
This year marks the 50th anniversary of Joe Weider's Mr. Olympia. Join Muscle & Strength as we crunch numbers and try to determine which bodybuilder is the greatest of all time.
Anyone who trains legs knows that the days following leg day are the worst. Here's some humor to help alleviate the excruciating (but necessary) pain!
Nutrex athlete, IFBB Pro, and self-proclaimed mustard connoisseur, Samantha Jerring, gives us a rundown of what her typical grocery haul looks like during her maintenance phase.
As they say, “the road to health is paved with good intestines.”. Learn the answers to 3 important questions about prebiotics, probiotics, and poop!
Make sure you're well-prepared for a serious workout by packing these 9 essentials in your gym bag, and start turning good workouts into great ones!
Nutrex athlete and IFBB Figure Pro, Samantha Jerring, gives M&S a sneak peek at what her pre-workout nutrition looks like before she heads deep into her 2022 Olympia Prep!
Amplify your gains with this ultimate workout playlist from Muscle & Strength. Have any songs you feel should be on this list? Let us know in the comments section.
Feeling sluggish getting out of bed to workout in the morning? These 7 tips are exactly what you need to get focused and make gains in the morning!
Your gut could be getting in the way of your ability to make quality gains, especially if it's not doing its job. Maximize your gut health with these tips!
If you're new to the gym or thinking about getting into weight lifting, you'll want to learn some of the vocabulary terms. These 19 terms are a solid start.
Save yourself a lot of headaches by learning the real rules of the gym. This complete guide on etiquette covers everything from squat rack curling to personal hygiene.
Tired of the wear and tear lifting heavy puts on your hands? Try these hand care tips to keep your mitts healthy and looking good!
Skip that last episode of your Netflix binge marathon and hit the hay. Sleep aids in fat loss and here are some ways to improve your quality of sleep!
Did you walk into the gym on Jan 1st ready to crush the new year? Have you fallen off since? Check out this article to learn why and how to fix it!
Have you developed any of these 3 unhealthy habits? If so, you're seriously preventing your fat loss success. Learn more about them and how to fix it!
Kassandre Harper-Cotton explores just what it takes to commit yourself to competition, including the many hidden costs. Get your check book ready!
Jeffrey Kippel and Mindy Blackstein discuss the big changes taking place at FAME in 2010 and beyond, and specifics about the Body Proud Manifesto.
Here's Mike Rashid, CT Fletcher, Big Rob and Bulo providing some raw, in-your-face motivation with some heavy weight at an insane amount of reps!
In the Throwback Fitness series, Coach Myers profiles different hardcore gyms across the US. He kicks things off at Old School Gym in Ohio.
Catch part 3 of IFBB Physique Pro Brett Kahn's prep for the 2016 Arnold Classic. This video includes the competition and Brett's takeaway from the Arnold.
We've got a bucket list for you die hard lifters out there. Check out these 10 gyms you should train at before passing and start planning future trips!
You've probably heard most diseases can be cured by maintaining proper diet and exercise. This article breaks down the diseases that is actually true about.
Yo, bro! It's time to clean up your act in the gym. These 41 tips might not help you become a better lifter, but they will help you gain respect and maybe even make a few friends.
New to the gym and afraid of the shared locker room? Check out these 5 tips to help with overcoming locker room phobia and improving your body image.
Double-Amputee athlete Anthony Burruto stops by the Muscle & Strength Gym to show the world just how unstoppable he is.
M&S sat down with new hall of famer Ronnie Coleman at the 2016 Arnold Classic to talk about his new honor, rehab, his brand, and more.
When you're dedicated to a fitness lifestyle, it's not easy to find ways to have fun outside of the gym. Here are 7 ways to have fun with your fitness!
Want to take complete advantage of your muscle growth, fat loss, and performance potential? Learn how to take complete control of your sleep cycle.
We all make mistakes. The important part is learning from them. Here are 4 lessons Mike Wines would tell himself about at the beginning of his training career.
Muscle and Strength member Nico Ferrara competes in his first every Natural Bodybuilding Show! See how he cut down and got prepared!
What do you love most about working out? Join the discussion in this edition of Training Talk; We'd love to hear your thoughts on what makes training great!
Sleeping is arguably the most important variable to achieving your health and fitness goals. And for college students, you should probably start here.
Natural bodybuilder Joe the pro Ohrablo talks about off-season bulking, pre-contest definition and ...kratom?
Natural bodybuilder Joe the Pro Ohrablo has the run down on all past Mr. Olympians, as well as the top 5 natural bodybuilders currently competing.
There's a reason bodybuilders are successful in building muscle & losing fat. Steal these 3 things from their lifestyle to help you accomplish your goals!
After a battle with diuretics, figure competitor Julie Michaelson is back and better than ever. Follow Julie as she makes her comeback to the stage.
Q&A with big Ronnie "The King" Coleman, 8 time Mr. Olympia winner! Today we ask Ronnie who was his biggest inspiration in bodybuilding.
8x Undefeated Mr. Olympia, Lee Haney, invites Muscle & Strength into his home to show us his 8 Sandow trophies while reflecting on his epic career.
You need to start making success mandatory. Day after day you are losing the opportunity to become the person you are meant to be. Stop making excuses today.
With a nickname that couldn't be more fitting for a bodybuilder, it surprises fans to learn that 'Flex' originated on the rugby pitch instead of the weight room.
After taking a couple of years off from competing, IFBB Pro, Sadik Hadzovic is back to take you inside his journey and mindset to becoming a Champion.
This bro-tastic muscle building article from Nick Ludlow features 50 bro-friendly workout tips that are sure to help you lose friends and decrease gym credibility.
Warning: This playlist is not for the faint of heart. If you're looking for tunes that bring the pain for some gains, you're in the right place.
No longer do you have to make the choice between a protein shake and few beers! The question is, would you knock back a couple of Brewtein beers post-workout?
Greetings lifters, Santa is here with 12 fitness tips of which to adhere. Follow them all and you will appear to gain Muscle & Strength throughout the new year!
Fitness trends come and go (squatting on an exercise ball, anyone?). Stay ahead of the curve by looking ahead at the hottest fitness trends of 2016.
Resolution reality check: How many resolutions have you kept? How many do you even remember? There's still time to get back on track and have your best year!
Love it or hate it, we could all learn something from the success of CrossFit. Learn which 5 things you should apply to your own training - no box required.
Catch part 1 of IFBB Physique Pro Brett Kahn's prep for the 2016 Arnold Classic. This video includes a back session, meal prep tips, and more.
