Cutting out animal products raises a common—and important—question: Can a vegan diet really provide enough protein? The short answer is yes, you can meet your protein requirements on a vegan diet (1). And no, it’s not as complicated as it might seem (1). In this article, I’ll break down how much protein your body actually…
Blanco’s cause of death was ruled a heart attack. Last updated on July 27th, 2025 IFBB Professional League Bikini athlete Lorena Blanco passed away at 37. According to Spanish news, La Voz de Galicia, Blanco suffered a heart attack in her home on Saturday, July 26. She was rushed to a local hospital but was pronounced dead that same day. …
Coffee does not just taste good and provide increased energy – it is an anti-aging superstar. In fact it is one of the healthiest and most beneficial foods you can drink! Regular Coffee consumption benefits 2 – 3 cups of Coffee cuts type 2 diabetes risk by up to 60%. This benefit occurs…
TERRAFLEX BAREFOOT HIKING SHOE interview with a former podiatrist What does a qualified podiatrist think about barefoot shoes, and specifically the Terraflex trail shoe from Xero Shoes? Watch the video above, or read the transcript below for insights from my friend Sue, a former podiatrist. (This post includes affiliate links for which I may earn…
The women’s race at the 2025 CrossFit Games feels like a mystery waiting to unfold. After we take Tia-Clair Toomey-Orr out of the equation, that is. It’s hard to imagine the seven-time Fittest Woman on Earth won’t repeat for the eighth time in Albany, NY. However, after her, only one other woman in the field…
“The Mountain” broke the record in Germany. Last updated on July 26th, 2025 2018 World’s Strongest Man (WSM) Hafthor Björnsson has officially broken the all-time world record deadlift with a massive 505 kilograms! Björnsson pulled the historic lift at the Eisenhart Black Competition event — an invitation-based contest for strongmen and powerlifters — in Bavaria, Germany, on…
The Games veteran is hanging it up. Last updated on July 25th, 2025 Brooke Wells has reached CrossFit Legend status. She is now in an exclusive club of athletes who have qualified for the Games 10 times — an extraordinary accomplishment by any standard. That all comes to an end this year, as Wells announced…
Your shoulders are creeping up toward your ears again. Your back hurts after another day hunched over your computer. Sound familiar? Your posture is probably a mess, and honestly, you’re not alone. Most of us look like walking question marks these days. The fix is simpler than you think. No gym membership, no fancy equipment….
After nearly a decade, “The Mountain” will return to Giants Live. Last updated on July 26th, 2025 Giants Live confirmed that 2018 World’s Strongest Man (WSM) Hafthor Björnsson will compete at the 2025 World Deadlift Championships (WDC). The official announcement was made on July 25, 2025, in the form of an Instagram post, but 2023 WSM winner Mitchell…
Your jeans feel a bit tight around the thighs. That inner thigh jiggle catches your eye in the mirror. You’re definitely not alone. Thigh fat is stubborn and loves to stick around, especially for women. The upside? You don’t need a gym to start changing this. With the right exercises done consistently, you can tone…