Motivation Articles

Consistency is key to getting long term results. Learn how to get (and stay) motivated.

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Arnold Terminator
Who has the best body in the history of Hollywood: Schwarzenegger, Stallone, The Rock, Bruce Lee? Take a look at these 38 amazing bodies and decide for yourself.
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Muscular man doing barbell biecp curls in gym.
This no holds barred article contains uncensored opinions on strength training, muscle building, diet and nutrition from many of the lifting industry's top names.
876.5K Reads 8 Comments
Best 6 pack abs on the planet
An amazing ab-popping collection of some of the most phenomenal six packs and physiques in the natural physique realm.
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Are You Swole, Jacked Or Yoked?
Jeremy Gray takes a tongue-in-cheek look at common muscle building bro-lingo, and helps you to figure out what kind of lifter you are, bro. If you even lift, that is.
259.4K Reads 15 Comments
64 Amazing Arnold Schwarzenegger Quotes
64 amazing and inspiring quotes from the Austrian Oak Arnold Schwarzenegger. Mr. Olympia shares his opinions on bodybuilding, life, success and happiness.
479.8K Reads 7 Comments
Marcin Maly
Marcin had one rule: work hard, play hard. Disgusted with himself, Marcin knew it was time for a change. He decided to compete & went from chunky to cut in 4 months.
286.9K Reads 27 Comments
Michael Lee Body Transformation
Frustrated by a recent photo, Michael completely turned his life around in only 10 short months using a healthy diet, running and weight training.
224.5K Reads 189 Comments
Welcome to the gun show! Want to know how the best biceps in the history of lifting were developed? Look no further! This feature contains 35 amazing biceps along with workouts.
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Dayle “TwoWalks” Medley Body Transformation
Suffering from high cholesterol and poor health, Dayle turned his like around, losing 44 pounds of fat while adding 11 pounds of muscle.
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Matthew Braden Body Transformation
Matthew spent his days playing video games and downing soft drinks. He embraced weight training and running and lost nearly 40 pounds while adding muscle.
63.7K Reads 9 Comments
Dylan Granquist before and after transformation
Dylan was active, but always labelled the "skinny guy." Using this as motivation he hit the weights, packing on 70 pounds in just under 4 years.
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John Stone
John Stone was on the fast track to an early grave. His daily life consisted of smoking cigarettes and pot, drinking soda and wine, and eating poorly.
98.7K Reads 9 Comments
Stephanie Althea Body Transformation
Stephanie was an overweight coach potato with a love of power-eating. After watching some transformations on TV, she found the motivation to change her life!
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Dawn Cadwallader has helped thousands reach their goals over the last 17 years. In this article she presents 10 mistakes & myths to avoid so that you can find success.
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Active man doing bodyweight lunges outdoors in summer period.
A great deal of success lends itself to how you prepare for a process. In this article, learn how to prepare for your return to fitness after taking some time off.
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David McKillop Transformation Story
David was a skinny kid and a social outcast. After discovering lifting, he added 55 pounds to his frame and eventually dropped his bodyfat down to 6%.
44.1K Reads 12 Comments
Alex DePinto
Alex DePinto let his weight get out of control. After a breakup, he put his focus into the gym, lost 50 lbs and completely changed his appearance.
47.3K Reads 4 Comments
Body Transformation: Charlene Bazarian Loses 92lbs Naturally!
Charlene Bazarian grew tired of a life spent as a spectator. After finally deciding to take action, she lost an incredible 92lbs! View her exclusive story!
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John Miller Body Transformation
John Miller made a dramatic transformation from a pudgy 170 pounds into a shredded 162 pounds, losing fat while building muscle mass.
130.3K Reads 31 Comments
50 of the Greatest Physiques of All Time
There have been a lot of amazing physiques in this world across bodybuilding, sports entertainment, and Hollywood. Find out which rank among the best!
51.9K Reads 4 Comments
Sandi Holder Body Transformation
Sandi Holder never stepped foot into a gym until the age of 47. Today she is in the best shape of her life, having lost over 80 pounds!
69.3K Reads 29 Comments
Bobby Parker
Bobby Parker enjoyed lifting but had no commitment to diet. Dedicating himself to proper nutrition, Bobby added muscle while dropping fat.
86.5K Reads 6 Comments
Body Transformation: Khang Nung Loses Nearly 150lbs!
With the desire to make his parents proud, Khang decided to transform his life. Several years (and nearly 150lbs) later, he has crushed every goal he's set!
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7 Apps Every Fitness Enthusiast Should Download
If you have a smartphone, you should download these 7 fitness related apps to make accomplishing your fat loss & muscle building goals that much easier.
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Nate Thibeault body transformation before and after
Down to 115 pounds at a height of 6', Nate focused on the long term process, dialed in his eating plan and lean bulk, and made amazing changes to his physique.
82.4K Reads 15 Comments
Naomi Rotstein Body Transformation
Naomi was gaining weight despite an emphasis on cardio. She moved her focus to weight training and HIIT and made dramatic changes to her body.
65.9K Reads 7 Comments
Rachel Young Body Transformation
Rachel Young was a smoker who had completely lost control of her health and her weight. She lost 80 pounds and dropped her bodyfat percentage from 43 to 18%.
32.2K Reads 5 Comments
Kyle Banton-Jones
Unhappy with his physique, Kyle used IIFYM (if it fits your macros) to help him add over 30 pounds of muscle mass while cutting his body fat percentage in half.
23.2K Reads 0 Comments
Tracy Fenske Body Transformation
Tracy spent her days eating processed foods, smoking cigarettes and failing miserably on yo-yo diets. After finding the motivation to change she lost 80 pounds.
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Killer Baseball Physiques - Bryce Harper and Gabe Kapler
Get inspired by the bodies on the bases. These athletes train hard for their killer physiques and the love of the game!
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https://www.muscleandstrength.com/articles/maintaining-motivation-without-willpower
Getting to gym is the hardest part of working out. What do you do if you can't find your motivation to lift? Keep reading...
37.3K Reads 2 Comments
Pumping Iron DVD cover
Whether you're watching Pumping Iron for the first time or the fifteenth, there are lessons to be learned from Arnold in this classic docudrama.
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Brandi Wisdom Body Transformation
With the help of Micah LaCerte and Hitch Fit, Brandi Wisdom left behind an unhealthy lifestyle, losing 34 pounds in only 5 months!
87.4K Reads 17 Comments
Noah Ellis
Partying and a poor diet prevented Noah Elias from maximizing his gym time. In 10 short weeks he managed to change his physique from flabby to shredded.
295.3K Reads 33 Comments
Big muscular man doing cable chest fly exercise in the gym
There's always someone in each generation that completely revolutionizes the way we do things. Learn how these 5 guys impacted the way we work out in the gym.
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David Cullen Body Transformation
Soft from eating too much fast food after the birth of his son, David Cullen lost 40 pounds and completely shredded his physique.
40.7K Reads 9 Comments
7 Legit Reasons You Should Never Squat
Just say NO to squats. Learn why you should avoid this "king" of all exercises, and how you can build more muscle using the Smith machine, quarter squats & leg extensions.
156.1K Reads 62 Comments
25 Ways to Stay Motivated for Your Workouts
Struggling with motivation and having a hard time staying focused when it comes to your fitness goals. These 25 tips should help!
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73 Horrible Workout & Diet Tips
Weed through all the bad advice and misguided information tossed around gyms and the Internet. These tips help you to remove the confusion and improve results.
41.6K Reads 18 Comments
The Mind Is Everything
Ashley Johns helps you to harness the power of your mind. Change your life, find happiness, and take control of your future.
44.3K Reads 10 Comments
Graeme McKillop Body Transformation
Graeme dedicated himself to muscle building and gained an amazing 42 pounds while dropping bodyfat in a little over 3 years time.
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Maureen Ashley Body Transformation
Maureen grew tired of watching other women look amazing and step on stage, so she took the initiative and lost 22 pounds, 12% bodyfat, and competed in figure!
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Quintin Reed before and after transformation
Quintin Reed was living a life of inactivity, eating sweets, fast food and sodas. Told about his risk for heart attack and diabetes, Quintin lost 111 pounds.
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25 Workout Tips For Over 40 Lifters
Maintaining your body is a task in itself and age doesn't help the cause, but keeping these quick tips in mind will help keep your body in top shape.
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Robert Duda Body Transformation
Robert enjoyed lifting but never paid much attention to the nutrition side of things. Motivated by watching a bodybuilding contest he lost 38 pounds.
28.9K Reads 2 Comments
Anthony Ciccariello Transformation
Anthony Ciccariello was a video game nerd living on fast food. Embarrassed by what he saw in the mirror, Anthony took action and now weighs a ripped 170.
44.6K Reads 6 Comments
15 Celebrity Dads With The Best Real DadBods
With all the fuss going around about #dadbods, let's take a moment to appreciate hard-working actor and athlete dads who maintain their solid bods despite their busy schedules.
65.4K Reads 2 Comments
Jade Socoby's Powerlifting Journey
Tired of giving up, Jade set out on a fitness journey that helped her not only lose weight, but build the muscle and confidence to become a competitive powerlifter!
169.8K Reads 14 Comments
Michele D'Angona Body Transformation
Michele was partying too much, sleeping too little and skipping meals. She adopted a healthy lifestyle and transformed her life in one year.
22K Reads 1 Comment
Livin' Like Jay: Inside Jay Cutler's House in Las Vegas
Have you ever wondered what 4x Mr Olympia winner Jay Cutler lives like? Come take an exclusive look at Jay Cutler's Las Vegas home and see for yourself!
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