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Unlock the Forgotten Bicep Trick That Adds Serious Size
Hooper is cutting his off-season short to chase a Rogue Invitational three-peat, Mattos has stepped away from Olympia after three titles, and Eddie Hall is bringing beast mode straight to your TV.
An old-school biceps method is making waves again, showing how small tweaks can spark big growth. Start with a 90° elbow bend, rotate the wrist down, then drive the shoulder forward to squeeze harder at the top. Grip dumbbells off-center to force stabilizer tension and stand against a wall to cut out momentum. Supinate the forearm fully for a peak contraction and, when needed, use controlled Body English to break sticking points. Lighter weights become the secret weapon here, proving clean mechanics can build thicker arms. [Try the Old-School Arm Blast Here]
Sam Sulek isn’t buying the hype around science-based lifting, calling it rigid, oversold, and more limiting than liberating. He warns that obsessing over data and “evidence-approved” programs often paralyzes lifters who fear doing things imperfectly. Instead, he highlights the basics: consistency, enjoyment, and results that fit the lifter’s lifestyle. For Sulek, the gym isn’t a lab—it’s a place to adapt, adjust, and grow without chasing textbook precision. His message is simple: stop overthinking and start moving iron. [Read Sulek’s Rant]
After announcing he’d skip the rest of 2025 to recover, Hooper reversed course. Plagued by injuries (four herniated discs, knee issues), he traveled for stem cell treatment in Panama. Recovery has gone better than expected, and now he’s targeting the Rogue Invitational (Oct 31-Nov 2, Aberdeen) with a mission: claim back-to-back-to-back titles. Strength is close to where it needs to be; endurance and repeated work are catching up fast. He only decided to pull the trigger because he believes he’s ready to win. [Hooper’s Return to Rogue]
At SCL Hungary in Siófok, only four events were on the card, and every point counted more than usual. Juhasz handled the pressure like a champ, never placing below second across all events, ending with 44.5 points to take first by 4.5 points ahead of Evans Nana. Highlights: he took the Bag Toss Medley in an impressive time, held a tight lead through press work, and outperformed in the Barrel Loading Medley to seal the win at home. [See Complete Strongman Breakdown]
Kalecinski moved up to the Men’s Open after dominating Classic Physique, and the results are getting attention. At the ProMuscle Italy Pro, he delivered a 260-lb frame that beat top Open competitors, showing he belongs. Jay Cutler and Milos Sarcev believe he’s doing more than just competing—he’s “sparking a new generation” of talent. His only critique: more density in the back and chest could put him among the very best. Top five? Maybe next year. [Kalecinski’s Open Ascent]
After three consecutive Wellness Olympia titles (2021-23), Mattos confirmed she won’t be competing this year. Despite her dominance (notably strong glutes, thighs, and presence), last year she lost by just one point. Instead of scrambling for a comeback, she’s choosing recovery—a healthy body, peace of mind, and other projects calling her name. She insists this is just a pause, not the end. With her out, rival athletes have a clearer path to push forward at Wellness Olympia. [What’s Next for Wellness Division]
Iain Valliere laid out his picks for the 2025 Europa Pro Championship, highlighting who he believes will shape the lineup. His forecast places seasoned Open contenders alongside rising stars, mixing proven mass monsters with athletes building momentum. Valliere notes that conditioning, structure, and stage presence will decide the show more than raw size alone. He isn’t afraid to make bold calls, stacking his top ten in order and putting pressure on underdogs to prove him wrong. [See Valliere’s Full Predictions]
Coach Hany Rambod turned his sharp eye on IFBB Pro Larry Wheels, dissecting strengths and flaws across his physique. Rambod praised Wheels’ freaky size and muscle bellies but pointed out clear areas to improve, particularly in posing, balance, and refinement. He stressed that Larry’s wild powerlifting background gives him strengths uncommon in bodybuilding but also leaves gaps to close for elite competition. Rambod’s verdict: a gifted frame with upside, but success hinges on discipline in the details. For fans, it’s a reminder that raw horsepower doesn’t always translate to stage victories. [Check Rambod’s Full Breakdown]
Eddie Hall revealed his newest project—a TV show called Battle of the Beasts. True to form, it’s designed to showcase outrageous strength, power, and grit, with athletes pitted head-to-head in jaw-dropping tests. Hall promises a mix of spectacle and strategy, combining entertainment with the kind of intensity that made him a World’s Strongest Man champ. It’s another chance for Hall to push strongman culture into the mainstream while reinventing himself beyond the lifting platform. Viewers can expect plenty of heavy lifting, plenty of banter, and plenty of chaos. [Catch the Beast’s Big Move]
Lee Priest is setting expectations low for Kalecinski’s first Mr. Olympia in the Open: somewhere between seventh and tenth. He also has strong words for Keone Pearson’s switch to Open at the Prague Pro, calling both moves necessary for the evolution of the sport. According to Priest, divisions like Classic Physique and 212 are holding athletes back—transitions like these show where the sport might be headed. When the big stage comes this October, Priest thinks Kalecinski’s grit will be on display, even if he’s not yet in trophy contention. [Priest’s Bold Predictions]
A new Total Daily Energy Expenditure calculator promises next-level accuracy for lifters, athletes, and anyone fine-tuning nutrition. Unlike cookie-cutter tools, this one factors in height, weight, age, gender, activity, and even exercise intensity for personalized results. The payoff: a sharper understanding of how many calories you really burn, whether the goal is muscle gain, fat loss, or maintenance. With precision at the core, it gives users the data needed to build diets that actually align with their output. No more guesswork—just numbers you can trust. [Calculate Your TDEE Now]
Mike Sommerfeld serves up a razor-sharp physique update, looking stage-ready weeks before most rivals have even dialed in📸💪
Advanced Training Tip of the Day: Staggered Sets
Want more volume without hogging equipment or adding hours to your session? Staggered sets are your cheat code. The idea is simple: pair a big lift (like squats) with an unrelated muscle (say, biceps curls) during rest periods. Because the muscle groups don’t overlap, you recover fully for the main lift while sneaking in extra work for lagging areas. It’s efficient, it torches more calories, and it keeps you moving instead of scrolling. Just don’t stagger two compounds—you’ll tank performance fast.
The Strength Bulletin
Partial and full range-of-motion preacher curls produced similar elbow flexor hypertrophy in trained lifters over eight weeks, though full ROM gave a slight edge in strength gains. [Check the Study Here]
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