Wrestling Legend Hulk Hogan Passes Away at 71 Due to Cardiac Arrest

Ronnie Coleman survived septic shock with just 20% heart function, Brooke Wells is hanging up her belt after 10 CrossFit Games, and Nick Walker is storming toward the Olympia stage at 291 pounds.

July 25, 2025 • Estimated Reading Time: 12 minutes

Wrestling Legend Hulk Hogan Passes Away at 71 Due to Cardiac Arrest

WWE icon Hulk Hogan, born Terry Bollea, died on July 24, 2025, at age 71 after suffering a cardiac arrest at his Clearwater, Florida, home, with emergency services arriving at 9:51 a.m. He was pronounced dead at Morton Plant Hospital. Hogan transformed pro wrestling into mainstream spectacle throughout the 1980s with "Hulkamania," headlining early WrestleManias and winning multiple world titles. Offscreen, he starred in films like Rocky III, led a family reality series, and ventured into politics—including a fiery endorsement at the 2024 Republican National Convention. Despite controversies around steroid use and a racial slur scandal, he remained a cultural powerhouse across decades. He is survived by his wife, Sky Daily, and children Nick and Brooke. [Break the Tools, Hogan Hero]

Bodybuilding legend Ronnie Coleman recently detailed a terrifying septic shock episode that nearly claimed his life—and left his heart functioning at just 20 percent. He was hospitalized, intubated, placed in a medically induced coma, and underwent emergency heart surgery. His daughter’s quick action by calling 911 may have saved him. Coleman, an eight‑time Mr. Olympia, says he paused regular heart checkups for years—and paid the price. Now recovering, he’s committed to walking without assistance by 2027 and is partnering with the Sepsis Alliance while fundraising with his “Ronnie Strong” campaign. [Fight On, King]

These 4 Low-Impact Moves Burn More Calories Than Treadmill Sprints

Tired of pounding the treadmill? A veteran PT is flipping the script on fat loss with four low-impact exercises that torch more calories than sprints, without wrecking your joints. Moves like battle rope slams, kettlebell swings, rowing machine intervals, and medicine ball slams aren’t just kinder on knees, they also crank up the afterburn effect. Thanks to full-body muscle engagement and short rest periods, these exercises trigger serious metabolic demand. Translation: more calories burned even after your workout ends. The takeaway? You don’t need to run yourself into the ground to get shredded. [Sprint-Free Fat Burning Starts Here!]

Jay Cutler Reveals How He Built 20-Inch Calves in His Prime

Jay Cutler wasn’t born with diamond-cut calves—he built them through brutal consistency and some old-school grit. In a new video, the 4-time Mr. Olympia shares his secret formula for ballooning his calves to a jaw-dropping 20 inches: hitting them twice a week, going heavy, and using mind-muscle connection like a sculptor with a chisel. Cutler swore by exercises like standing calf raises and seated variations, racking up reps while treating the calves like any other lagging muscle group—relentlessly. His message is clear: don’t blame genetics until you’ve earned the right to. [Grow Calves That Pop!]

Martin Fitzwater, Brett Wilkin Push Each Other Through Lat-Focused Back Workout & Posing Session 12 Weeks from 2025 Mr. Olympia

Fitzwater and Wilkin are 12 weeks out from the 2025 Mr. Olympia—and they’re leaving no lat fiber untorched. The dynamic duo teamed up for a back-destroying workout filled with wide-grip pull-ups, cable rows, and dead-stop machine rows, all while hammering details in a grueling posing session. Fitzwater’s pulling for a breakout year, while Wilkin is fine-tuning his lines after missing last year’s Olympia stage. There’s mutual respect, but also fierce competition—each rep is a silent declaration of dominance. If this session’s anything to go by, both are coming for blood in Vegas. [Train Like an Olympia Contender]

Nick Walker is tipping the scales at a monstrous 291 pounds—and he's still dialed in like a sniper. In a recent update, “The Mutant” crushed a high-volume upper body session, showcasing absurd density in every shot while tweaking his posing game. Chest, shoulders, arms—everything looked granite-carved, as Walker pushed through dumbbell presses, lateral raises, curls, and more. With his comeback storyline fueling this prep, every set is a statement. At 12 weeks out, he’s not just training to return—he’s training to dominate. [See the Monster Evolve]

Retired IFBB pros Iain Valliere and Seth Feroce have entered the analyst era—and they’re not holding back. In their breakdown of the 2025 Tampa Pro, the duo spotlight rising stars like Stuart Sutherland and seasoned threats, including Quinton Eriya and Roman Fritz. With Feroce’s grit and Valliere’s insider IQ, the list cuts through hype to highlight raw potential and real conditioning. Their top pick? A dark horse no one's talking about (yet). If you're betting on the future of bodybuilding, this is the scouting report to read. [Know the Names Before They Blow Up]

Forget the crack-pop routine—one seasoned physio says these three simple movements have outperformed hundreds of chiropractor sessions for back pain relief. The MVPs? Glute bridges, cat cows, and bird dogs. These aren’t just mobility drills—they retrain core stability and restore proper movement patterns to prevent pain from creeping back. The physio’s philosophy is simple: stabilize first, then strengthen. Turns out, addressing the why behind pain works a lot better than treating symptoms. [Crack the Back Pain Code]

After a decade of lifting, lunging, and lung-busting workouts on the sport’s biggest stage, Brooke Wells is calling it. The 2025 CrossFit Games will be her tenth and final appearance, closing a career marked by resilience, consistency, and one unforgettable elbow dislocation in 2021. Despite that setback, she came back stronger—repeatedly—and leaves the sport as one of its most admired competitors. Her decision isn’t about fading performance but finding purpose beyond the podium. Wells plans to transition into mentorship and business, proving the WOD may end, but the legacy reps keep going. [Celebrate a CrossFit Icon]

Tight Muscles and Zero Energy? This 10-Minute Yoga Flow Is a Total Reset

Can’t lift another kettlebell? Try lifting your vibe instead. This 10-minute yoga sequence is built for lifters running on fumes—perfect for post-leg day recovery or high-stress weeks. The flow targets tight hips, stiff hamstrings, and low-back tension using gentle movements like cat-cow, seated forward folds, and supine twists. No incense, no chanting, just science-backed mobility work that feels like a system reboot. Bonus: it’ll boost circulation and ease cortisol spikes too. [Stretch, Breathe, Reboot]

Tracking calories from lifting used to be a guessing game—until now. Fitness Volt’s new calculator estimates your calorie burn from both bodyweight and weightlifting workouts, factoring in your weight, intensity, and time spent training. Whether you’re doing heavy compound lifts or higher-rep hypertrophy work, the tool gives a much-needed window into your actual output. It’s also handy for adjusting macros during bulks or cuts without flying blind. Data-minded lifters, rejoice—your calorie math just got sharper. [Crunch Your Lifting Numbers]

Reigning Men’s Physique Olympia champ Ryan Terry shows off a razor-sharp update 11 weeks out from the 2025 Mr. O—and the waistline’s still missing.📹💪

Advanced Training Tip of the Day: Overload the Eccentric Only

Want to build freaky strength without frying your joints? Focus on the eccentric. Muscles handle more load on the way down, so use that to your advantage—think heavy negatives on curls, presses, or squats with a spotter’s help on the concentric. Slowing down the descent (3–5 seconds) recruits more muscle fibers and triggers serious growth. It’s joint-friendly, CNS-savvy, and pain-inducingly effective. Just don’t expect to lift your arms afterward.

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