WORKOUT RADIO
Host Dennis James was joined by his regular panelists, Chris Cormier and Milos Sarcev, along with special guests Sergio Oliva Jr and Victor Martinez for Episode 226 of The Menace Podcast, and the guys got cathartic by reliving the shows that they regret entering the most. “Give me one show, if you even have one, […]
Shaz Khan couldn’t be more invested in his latest movie, The Martial Artist. The Pakistani-American actor took on acting, directing, producing, and screenwriting duties. That’s in addition to the matter of transforming his body to look like a believable fighter. As the movie nears its release, Khan sat down with M&F to reflect on how […]
When it comes to predicting sporting greatness, coaches often turn to a raft of fitness tests such as the 40-yard-dash and the VO2 Max , but determining how much fuel we have to reach our goals could be as simple as looking at our fingers size say the experts, according to recent research. But how […]
There comes a point in our psychological development when the male will come to understand what it means when people say, “boys will be boys.” I’m referring to the natural experiences that boys undergo at a certain stage of their development—the first moment they realize they are male, affected by what they find appealing and […]
If you want to build a back so thick it looks like you could wrestle a grizzly bear (or at least haul in every grocery bag in one trip), your pull-day workouts need to go beyond the basics. Sure, lat pulldowns and barbell rows are solid, but repeating the same old pull day exercises will […]
There’s a right of passage passed down by action stars like Sylvester Stallone and Arnold Schwarzenegger that makes doing your own stunts sort of a tradition, but sometimes there’s a reason that studios hire professional stunt teams, as an all too eager Alan Ritchson recently found out. Chiseled and strong, Alan Ritchson embodies Prime Video’s […]
Popular bodybuilder and social media star Jesse James West has an impressive physique, but when it comes to certain exercises like the cable face pull, West had waived his opportunity to get his reps in. Fortunately, Dr Mike Israetel hooked him up with a superior cable technique. Here’s how to try it for yourself. Dr. […]
You stroll into the gym fired up to train your upper body, but all the benches are taken, the dumbbell rack is a war zone, and cable stations are backed up like it’s Black Friday. Before you consider bailing out, take a look in the corner. There it is: one lonely kettlebell waiting just for […]
There will never be another Val Kilmer, who has left movie audiences wanting more, much too soon, at the age of 65. Sadly, the beloved actor passed away on April 1, 2025 as a result of pneumonia and complications stemming from health challenges around an earlier throat cancer diagnosis, but he does leave an immortal […]
Once what seemed as an elite boy’s club dominated by testosterone-driven speakers and six-figure tech, biohacking is evolving—and fast. When the London-born Health Optimization Summit makes its U.S. debut this April in Austin, it will carry with it a notable shift in biohacking culture: a deliberate inclusion of women’s voices and topics. Unlike many wellness […]
For most action-movie fans, the notion of being cast in a film that is written by Sylvester Stallone and stars Jason Statham is one of those amazing daydreams that will never come true. For Arianna Rivas, however, things got very real last year when she was cast in A Working Man—in cinemas now. And, as […]
Netflix binge-watchers may not yet know who’s keeping the million dollar secret, but Sydnee Falkner has already dished out the debut of the Million Dollar Matcha. The streaming giant’s newest reality star teamed up with Scottsdale’s Simply Shroom to customize her signature matcha blend, Syd’s Million Dollar Matcha features a four-mushroom combination with sugar-free caramel, matcha, […]
Natural bodybuilder, powerlifter, and coach, Jeff Nippard is never afraid to admit that his physique is a work in progress, and explains that when it comes to shoulders, he has found that shrugs “just haven’t done much to grow them over the years.” To that end, he’s switched it up to focus on his upper […]
Tom Wilson has earned a reputation on the ice for being as physical as he is technical during gameplay and feels that his quick reflexes and explosive power are owed in large part to a love of lifting. The Toronto born alternate captain for the Washington Capitals sat down with M&F to explain his epic […]
Two-time Olympia Figure champion Erin Stern is a busy bodybuilder and coach that likes to get the most out of her gym time, so when it comes to a back and shoulder focused workout, the landmine is her go-to for making explosive gains. “If I had to pick just one piece of equipment for a […]
Brantley Gilbert is finally able to maximize the time he’s reclaimed for himself. It’s been 13 years since the “Only When We’re Sober” singer ditched the drinking—or as the Georgia native calls it, becoming “California sober.” These days, his fans—aka BG Nation—are seeing the best version of Gilbert, at a lower price too. With more […]
Pull day workouts often get stuck in a rut there are only a few pull day exercises to choose that most gym goers know about—lat pulldowns, barbell rows, and pullups on repeat. While these are great foundational moves, relying on the same exercises can lead to plateaus, imbalances, and even nagging aches from overuse. If […]
The hip thrust is the go-to glute builder because it develops strong, muscular glutes that look good, boosts athletic performance, improves squat and deadlift strength, and protects the lower back. But let’s be honest—not everyone loves it, and some lifters force-feed this exercise to their detriment. Enter these five hip thrust alternatives. You may find […]
There’s a reason that experts tell you to focus on the quick wins when you aim to lose weight, and that’s because for many, the rate at which we can drop those unwanted pounds will slow and stall. While this is a natural bodily response to lowering our calorie intake, it can also minimize our […]
WWE’s Natalya Neidhart is known for being one of the most well-conditioned athletes in all of professional wrestling, and if her Instagram posts are anything to go by, she owes much of her enviable physique to getting her sweat on during sizzling garage workouts. As the dominant grappler demonstrates, all you need to complete the […]
Spring is here, which means one thing: It’s time to shed the winter fluff and get ready for skin season. You’re in the right place if you want a no-excuses, dumbbell only training program that sheds fat, builds muscle, and cranks up your cardio. This four-week spring shred plan is designed to maximize fat loss […]
You can train insane to shed fat, but if your nutrition isn’t dialed in, your fat loss will stall, your energy will tank, and your results will suck. The goal isn’t just to cut calories but to fuel your workouts, preserve lean muscle, and promote fat loss while keeping energy levels high. But before all […]
If you are looking to inject a bit of fun into your next workout, the “Wrestling Dumbbell Challenge” is a great way to test yourself, compete against a partner, and make gains while getting a grip. The challenge, demonstrated by competitive bodybuilder, Jesse James West, alongside martial artist and gymnast, John “Jujimufu” Call, is not […]
Many Americans who grow up with humble beginnings or have troubled childhoods feel they are doomed to stay in that bubble. What they should know is there are a lot of positive examples to show them that greatness is within them, but they need to see those people to be inspired. United States Air Force […]
Some things just don’t bounce back. Extra skin after major weight loss is one of them. Losing weight is celebrated like the finish line of a race. But what is much less talked about is what happens next when your body doesn’t quite snap back the way you hoped. So, when should tightening loose skin […]