One Month of Weighted Vest Walking and 300,000 Steps Later, Here’s What Changed

Plus, Ronnie Coleman is stirring the Olympia pot, Urs Kalecinski gave Chris Bumstead a private gym tour, and Triple H opened up about how Arnold helped shape his hustle.

April 23, 2025 • Estimated Reading Time: 10 minutes

One Month of Weighted Vest Walking and 300,000 Steps Later, Here’s What Changed

A brave soul strapped on a weighted vest and logged 10,000 steps every day for a month—equal parts challenge, science experiment, and glute burner. While the added load boosted calorie burn and improved posture, it also came with some unexpected drawbacks, like sore shoulders and sketchy looks in public. The physical benefits were solid, but the mental grit required was next-level. It’s a simple routine with not-so-simple results. [Weighted to See Results?]

It’s been a decade since Phil Heath and Jay Cutler trained together, but the two Mr. Olympia legends just hit the gym for a chest and triceps session that felt more like a time machine than a workout. Swapping stories and pushing serious weight, the duo shared both laughs and high-volume sets. Heath looked stage-ready while Cutler brought veteran control and insight, proving iron never forgets. Someone call Hollywood—this is the buddy movie we didn’t know we needed. [Watch Legends Move Iron Again]

Ronnie Coleman just handed out some old-school wisdom to Samson Dauda while casting doubt on Derek Lunsford’s chances of repeating at the 2025 Mr. Olympia. Coleman emphasized the importance of peaking at the right time—once a year, max—suggesting Lunsford’s recent physique might not be sustainable come showtime. His vote of confidence for Dauda was clear, and it’s safe to say the King still knows how to stir up the hype. One thing’s certain: the road to the O just got more interesting. [Ronnie’s Word Still Weighs Heavy]

Urs Kalecinski welcomed fellow Classic Physique standout Chris Bumstead to his new private gym for an exclusive arm day—and a quick flex tour of the setup. The space, outfitted like a dream for serious hypertrophy work, doubled as the backdrop for a laid-back but intense session between the two rivals-turned-training buddies. Between bicep curls and behind-the-scenes laughs, fans got a peek at camaraderie in a sport often marked by solo struggles. Gains, but make it wholesome. [Step Inside Urs’ Iron Paradise]

The Godfather of Bodybuilding, Charles Glass, just dropped a no-frills ab workout that focuses on precision, not punishment. Designed to carve out visible abs while sparing your spine, the routine blends machine work with bodyweight classics. It’s not about chasing a burn—it’s about control, tempo, and muscle activation. For those stuck doing endless crunches, this could be your abs-olute game-changer. [Abs of Glass Incoming]

Wrestling icon Triple H opened up about the deep-rooted influence Arnold Schwarzenegger had on his career, both inside and outside the ring. From training inspiration to business smarts, the Governator’s shadow loomed large over Triple H’s personal journey. The admiration was mutual—Schwarzenegger even made cameo appearances in WWE over the years. It’s a tale of one titan quietly guiding another from afar. [Arnold’s Echo in the Ring]

Fitness coach Jeff Cavaliere dropped his top five stretches that go beyond the basics, aiming to boost flexibility and add years to your active life. The list includes mobility drills that target stiff hips, locked-up shoulders, and everything in between—without requiring yoga-level skills. Each move is rooted in science and practicality, meaning you’ll actually want to do them more than once. Think of this as your daily flossing routine—but for your joints. [Stretch Like You Mean It]

Bodybuilding veteran Lee Priest pulled no punches in revealing the exercises he’s kicked to the curb—most notably the hip thrust. While he acknowledged their popularity, Priest called them overrated and questioned their real-world value for muscle growth and carryover. Instead, he vouched for more traditional compound lifts that stand the test of time. As always, the Aussie icon proves he’s not afraid to go against the grain. [Lee Said Skip the Thrust]

Brazil’s Henrique Moreira and Venezuela’s Maria Quintero came out on top at the 2025 Copa Sur CrossFit Semifinal, punching their tickets to the Games. The event tested grit with workouts like muscle-ups, pistol squats, and snatches, all under a South American sun. Moreira’s consistency and Quintero’s sheer firepower earned them the win in stacked fields. Vamos, champions. [Full Recap from Copa Sur]

Polish powerhouse Mateusz Kieliszkowski is officially back on top after winning the 2025 Siberian Power Show Strongman contest. Known for explosive speed and static strength, Kieliszkowski crushed classic events like the sandbag toss and axle clean and press, leaving little doubt he’s back in world-title form. After battling injuries in recent years, this win marks a hard-fought return to elite shape. The bison is back. [Strongman King of Siberia]

Cutting weight without knowing your deficit is like trying to squat blindfolded—technically doable, but probably a bad idea. This updated calorie deficit calculator helps lifters and casual dieters alike dial in their exact numbers based on goals, activity level, and current body weight. It’s quick, free, and built to keep your math as lean as your macros. [Crunch the Numbers Here]

Martin Fitzwater guest posts at the 2025 NPC/IFBB Midwest📹💪

Recovery Tip of the Day: Try Glycine + Magnesium Before Bed

Sleep like a baby, recover like a beast. Glycine—a humble amino acid—teams up with magnesium to calm your nervous system, lower body temp, and improve sleep quality so you wake up feeling less like roadkill and more like a well-oiled deadlift machine. Studies suggest the combo can cut sleep latency and boost deep sleep, which is where all the juicy recovery magic happens. Pop them 30–60 minutes before lights out and thank us after your next leg day.

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