Arnold’s Take: Free Weights vs. Machines for Maximum Gains!

Plus, Flex Lewis’ top 2024 Olympia picks, and Chris Bumstead’s battle with stress.

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Vidur Saini
August 26, 2024 • Estimated Reading Time: 7 minutes

The seven-time Mr. Olympia Arnold Schwarzenegger weighs in on the age-old debate: free weights or machines? He breaks down which method reigns supreme when it comes to building strength and muscle and even improving jump performance. Spoiler: Arnold doesn’t just pick a side; he explains why both tools deserve a spot in your workout routine. [Arnold sets the record straight.]

Angela Yeo’s triumph over the reigning Ms. Olmypia champ Andrew Shaw at the 2024 Rising Phoenix Arizona Pro is the biggest upset of this competitive season yet. This victory makes Yeo the biggest threat to the four-time Ms. Olympia champ’s throne in October. Five other champs were crowned at the show. [Check out the full results.]

Seven-time 212 Olympia champ Flex Lewis is weighing in on who he thinks will dominate the 2024 Mr. Olympia stage. With predictions that include a scarier-than-ever Hadi Choopan and a fierce reigning champ Derek Lunsford, Flex’s insights are stirring up excitement — and maybe a little controversy — before the big event. [See who’s in Flex’s top 4.]

Brian Shaw Reveals the 2024 Strongest Man on Earth Was the Highest-Paying Strongman Competition to Date

The four-time World’s Strongest Man winner and Shaw Classic promoter, Brian Shaw, is setting new benchmarks with the 2024 Strongest Man on Earth competition. He announces the exact prize money for each contestant and sheds light on the controversy surrounding the squat event. [Get the inside scoop.]

Five-time Classic Physique champ Chris Bumstead opens up about the mental toll of prepping for the 2024 Olympia. With sky-high expectations and the pressure to be perfect, stress has become Bumstead’s biggest hurdle. But if anyone can turn that pressure into a win, it’s Cbum. [Hear how he’s managing the heat.]

Bodybuilding phenom Sam Sulek gets real about making gains, emphasizing that calories are the true game-changer in any bulk or cut. Forget the overcomplicated strategies — Sulek lays out how to make reasonable progress with a no-frills approach that anyone can follow. [Dive into his straightforward advice.]

Curious about how intermittent fasting impacts your workout performance? One fitness enthusiast tried out five different fasting protocols to see which, if any, boosted their gains. The results? Some surprising revelations about when and how to fuel your body for peak performance. [See what worked best.]

Stretching might not feel like a workout, but it turns out you’re burning more calories than you think. This new calculator lets you find out exactly how much energy you’re expending while getting flexible. [Try it out here.]

Ashley Kaltwasser Conquers the 2024 Tokyo Pro🎥💪

Recovery Tip of the Day — Hydrate

Water isn’t just about quenching thirst; it’s the unsung hero behind muscle recovery, joint lubrication, and even mental focus. So besides focusing on hitting your daily protein intake targets, make sure you’re hitting your H2O goals. Because let’s face it, all those gains won’t mean much if you’re running on empty. Drink up, and thank us later!

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