Louie Simmons of Westside Barbell Columbus, Ohio, USA Louie Simmons was a legendary American powerlifter and strength coach who founded Westside Barbell, a world-renowned powerlifting gym in Columbus, Ohio. Born in 1947, Louie competed in powerlifting for decades and set multiple world records. He was known for his incredible strength training knowledge … [Read more...]
Returning To The 6 Plate Deadlift Dinner
Jonnie Candito is trying to rejoin an "exclusive club" of weight lifters who can lift a certain amount; previously, he had hurt his back lifting and is now explaining his techniques and current workout schedule, which is currently not only helping to make his back feel better but also actively working to prevent another injury from happening again. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zsp-aiqER44 Key … [Read more...]
Women getting pumped up about weightlifting – The Globe and Mail
Women’s growing interest in weight training, as I have often been featuring here at Muscleopolis, is growing and the benefits are significant as more and more women of all ages turn to weight training. Women doing resistance training isn’t strictly a Canadian phenomenon; a survey last year of female Gym Group members in Britain found close to 95 per cent have added resistance training, including … [Read more...]
This Groin Injury is Kicking My Ass
Groin injuries can be very severe. And now Chris is dealing with a groin injury while attempting to up his game for an upcoming competition. Kris Gethin is a bodybuilder and trains hard enough but now he is getting ready for an Iron Man, but he's trying to do it in six months instead of two years. Why? You'll have to ask him. The first four weeks training has taken their toll on Kris, and he is … [Read more...]
Make the World A Better Place to Lift!
If you are dedicated to the sport of lifting, and it's many variations, then the Super Training Gym is the place for you. The owners believe that you should be passionate about lifting and also surround yourself with lifters who are serious about the sport. Super Training Gym has gained a reputation for being recognized as one of the best gyms for lifting in California in just a short period. Key … [Read more...]
Possible Pat Lost Over 340lbs | Body Transformation Q&A
Losing 300lbs., is, for anyone, a lot of weight to lose. It is both impressive and a good idea for health reasons. Being extremely over weight is dangerous. Pat talks about how he lost so much weight. It can inspire if you need to lose a lot yourself and it can also help you get started to come back from the abyss. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WHa0tdJmmoY Key Takeaways: Making healthier … [Read more...]
WHY IS EVERYONE GOING “GA GA” OVER COLETTE NELSON
There was a lot of controversy surrounding one female bodybuilder recently. It was not for any lewd gesture, or anything though. Colette Nelson, a female bodybuilder, did her routine to the music of Lady Gaga and Blondie. A lot of people thought her routine was bad and said she did it all wrong. Key Takeaways: Colette Nelson performed a controversial dance routine at this year's New York … [Read more...]
Netflix & Food Binging Caused LaDawn to Hit Rock Bottom | The Spark Transformation Story
You can make a change in your body if you want too. If you want to lose weight and you're not happy with your body the possibility to change is yours if you are willing to take it. You just need to find something that will motivate you to do it. And with support and self-discipline, you can do it! Just keep on doing it and don't stop until you achieve … [Read more...]
Squeeze Play
Some men like the idea of a tough girl giving them a private smack down. There is a new popular fetish that a lot of men are enjoying and it is about having a one on one wrestling match with a female bodybuilder. They are just like real wrestling matches with the only real difference being the fact that it costs 500 dollars an hour. Key Takeaways: One-on-one wrestling matches with female … [Read more...]
Training Program Overview | Kris Gethin’s Man of Iron
There is a training program overview that Kris Gethin gives to people. Kris Gethin is a man of iron, and he has trained for six months to participate in a triathlon. He is following a program that is open to other people as well. The goal of the program is the build muscle and be a hybrid athlete. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pUD4_-0rcz8 Key Takeaways: Having respect for what other types … [Read more...]