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Evolution of Bodybuilding.com’s Signature Series
Supplementation

Evolution of Bodybuilding.com’s Signature Series

Breaking down the history of Bodybuilding.com’s Signature Series supplements. March 23, 2022 3 min read
Top Science-Backed Benefits of Strength Training
Ab Workout

Top Science-Backed Benefits of Strength Training

Consistent strength training helps you to look better and feel better with benefits that go beyond just building strength and muscle. Find the keys to unlocking improved physical fitness and mental health. February 08, 2022 5 min read
Transformations

"I Was Going to End Up Dead By 30"

Weighing nearly 500 pounds at the age of 21, Ethan Still chose life over almost certain death. A few years later, he stepped onstage 250 pounds lighter, proving change is possible. September 27, 2021 4 min read
Jesse Shand: The Incredible Shrinking Man
Training

Jesse Shand: The Incredible Shrinking Man

Human compassion and technology come together in a truly inspiring transformation story. This legendary Bodybuilding.com forum member lost 350 pounds with the help and encouragement of strangers. September 20, 2021 3 min read
Transformations

"It Took Me Being in a Wheelchair to Find Myself"

Wes Hamilton proves that the moment you face your challenges head on and accept life's adversity is the moment you can completely transform your life. September 17, 2021 4 min read
Motivation

"Without Bodybuilding, I Wouldn't Be Here Today"

Years of severe anorexia nearly killed Hannah Gane, until she discovered bodybuilding and learned she could make her body, and her mind, stronger than ever before. September 16, 2021 4 min read
Transformations

"I Had No Idea Women Like Me Could Compete"

Jessica Fauver (aka Warrior Jessica) started her journey at 354 pounds. Two years later, she's lost over 200 pounds and started a movement proving girls like her belong onstage. September 16, 2021 3 min read
Transformations

"I Went from a Little Guy to Morbidly Obese"

David felt trapped in his body and was determined to prove he was still a hardcore athlete. He lost over 120 pounds, going from a 5XL to a small, and gained invaluable perspective along the way. September 02, 2021 8 min read
Transformations

"Eating Was the Only Way to Deal with My Husband's Death"

After the sudden loss of her husband, Beny Hadid turned to eating to cope with her fear and grief. Now, nine years later, she's taken back her life and discovered that hard work and discipline are the secrets to overcoming anything. August 27, 2021 6 min read
Transformations

"Just Because You're Obese, Life Is Not Over"

Doctors told JC Danies he had two years to live. Eighteen months later, he's winning bodybuilding competitions and proving that it's never too late to turn your life around. August 26, 2021 4 min read
Transformations

"I Dropped from a Heart Attack and Died"

At 530 pounds, Blake Gauthier ignored all the warning signs that he was headed for disaster. A chance heart attack and literally being brought back to life turned his entire world around. August 26, 2021 5 min read
Even At 600 Pounds, Pat Knew Change Was Possible
Transformations

Even At 600 Pounds, Pat Knew Change Was Possible

Pat Brocco started his journey by walking to the store. He finished over 300 pounds lighter. August 25, 2021 11 min read
A Car Crash Motivated A 400-Pound Man To Transform His Body
Transformations

A Car Crash Motivated A 400-Pound Man To Transform His Body

Jordan Grahm lost so much weight that he needed surgery to remove all the excess skin. Check out his remarkable tale of triumph. August 25, 2021 6 min read
Christy Hare Lifted Her Way Out Of Grief
Transformations

Christy Hare Lifted Her Way Out Of Grief

Fed up with being overweight and unhappy, Christy dug deep and shed the pounds and pain that held her back. August 24, 2021 6 min read
Motivation

"I Think a Lot of Women Lift for the Same Reason I Do"

After an abusive partner nearly beat her to death, Amie Mock began lifting to make sure she would never be weak again. Now, she's gained the muscle, and the emotional strength, to let others know they are not alone. August 23, 2021 6 min read
From Nearly R.I.P. To RIPPED: How Mike Got a Second Chance at Life
Nutrition

From Nearly R.I.P. To RIPPED: How Mike Got a Second Chance at Life

In the face of adversity rather than give up Mike chose to face his challenges head on and turn them into triumphs. Read on for his inspirational transformation story. July 29, 2021 7 min read
Transformations

"He Didn't Even Recognize Me!"

This mom of four used her husband's deployment as an opportunity to surprise him by losing over 40 pounds to completely transform her body. May 06, 2021 6 min read
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Body Types: How to Exercise and Eat for Your Body
Health & Lifestyle

Body Types: How to Exercise and Eat for Your Body

Are you an ectomorph, mesomorph, or endomorph body type? Learn your body type so you can customize your exercise and nutrition for the results you want! April 11, 2021 29 min read
Transformations

"I Used Every Trick to Hide My Weight"

He went from a self-conscious teen to standing proudly onstage as a bodybuilder. Ajay Sharma's meteoric rise in the sport has less to do with emulating others and everything to do with pushing past his own limits. March 10, 2021 7 min read
Transformations

"I Want to Be the First 6-Foot-2 Bikini Olympia Champion"

After years of gaining weight to work as a plus-size model, Hannah Asanah found her passion in bodybuilding. Her remarkable journey led her to the national stage, and she's not done yet. March 03, 2021 9 min read
Transformations

"What Got Me Through Chemo Was Being in Shape"

For two-time cancer survivor Wes Logue, exercise isn't just a way to look and feel good today, it's a necessary tool to keep him mentally and physically prepared for whatever tomorrow brings. February 10, 2021 5 min read
Transformations

"I Was Normal One Day and Woke Up Sick the Next Day"

After a devastating MS diagnosis put him in a wheelchair at the age of 25, Kevin Smith made it his mission to overcome his disease through hard work at the gym and an overhaul of this attitude toward life. January 20, 2021 6 min read
How This Personal Trainer Took Back Her Body from Anorexia
Transformations

How This Personal Trainer Took Back Her Body from Anorexia

An eating disorder brought Tanya Etessam's life to a standstill and her health to the brink of disaster. Learn how this trainer and lifestyle coach gained 30 pounds and a new life. September 02, 2020 7 min read
Fit Over 50: Aging Gracefully with Monica Brant
Health & Lifestyle

Fit Over 50: Aging Gracefully with Monica Brant

Fifty is the new 40 for Monica Brant, a fitness champion who remains an influential force 30 years into her career. As a trainer and life coach, she continues to inspire women the world over to live fit and healthy lives. March 03, 2020 4 min read
The Plan That Helped This Hardgainer Pack on 50 Pounds
Transformations

The Plan That Helped This Hardgainer Pack on 50 Pounds

Prasad's thinness was a source of public ridicule, and his confidence was taking a major hit. But rather than give up, he gave everything he had to improving his life. Yes, he gained weight, but he also gained plenty that the scale didn't show! October 30, 2019 8 min read
9 Tips to Take Your Transformation to the Next Level
Motivation

9 Tips to Take Your Transformation to the Next Level

Waiting for a sign to start taking your health and fitness seriously? Here it is, and here's how to put it into action. July 09, 2019 4 min read
Mom of Five Jennifer Goncalves Gets Her Fitness Bug Back to Win the 2019 BodyFit Elite Challenge Series
Transformations

Mom of Five Jennifer Goncalves Gets Her Fitness Bug Back to Win the 2019 BodyFit Elite Challenge Series

When her responsibilities at home and work became too much for her to handle, Jennifer Goncalves used the Challenge to rediscover her love for lifting and learn how to take care of herself as much as her family. June 10, 2019 6 min read
Devon Hickam Trades Beer for Abs to Win the 2019 BodyFit Elite Challenge Series
Transformations

Devon Hickam Trades Beer for Abs to Win the 2019 BodyFit Elite Challenge Series

Devon Hickam used the Challenge Series as an opportunity to let go of food and alcohol to get the body he'd always wanted, regain happiness, and be a role model for his son. June 10, 2019 7 min read
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Exercises

5 "Shortcut to Shred" Exercise Swaps

Don't let equipment limitations (or any other excuse) keep you from completing your workout. These are my five exercise alternatives for when barriers arise in training! May 20, 2019 6 min read
Josh Deese Changed His Life for Love and Lost 160 Pounds
Transformations

Josh Deese Changed His Life for Love and Lost 160 Pounds

After a lifetime of obesity and depression (and losing and regaining weight), Josh Deese found the motivation to finish his transformation. April 11, 2019 12 min read
Kelsey Horton Changed Her Mindset for a Titan-Style Transformation
Women's Transformations

Kelsey Horton Changed Her Mindset for a Titan-Style Transformation

Universal-sponsored athlete and "The Titan Games" challenger Kelsey Horton shares her experience with poor body image, quick-fix weight loss, and her comeback to true health and strength. March 27, 2019 4 min read
The Things She Could Not Change Empowered Natalie Barry to Change Everything
Women's Transformations

The Things She Could Not Change Empowered Natalie Barry to Change Everything

After having a baby against all odds (and after years of weight-loss woes) a depressed new mom with PCOS finds her turning point and transforms her life. March 26, 2019 8 min read
Former D1 Football Player Drops 55 Pounds to Tackle New Bodybuilding Goals
Transformations

Former D1 Football Player Drops 55 Pounds to Tackle New Bodybuilding Goals

When multiple concussions brought Jackson Haen's college football run to a premature end, he decided to lose weight and make the bodybuilding stage his new goal line. January 11, 2019 10 min read
2019 Bodybuilding.com Awards: Transformation of the Year
Transformations

2019 Bodybuilding.com Awards: Transformation of the Year

There's nothing quite like seeing other people achieve crazy changes to get us up, moving, and excited about chasing our own goals. These are the stories that moved you the most. September 17, 2018 1 min read
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Ex-Gymnast Melanie Plante Went From The Balance Beam To A Balanced Diet
Transformations

Ex-Gymnast Melanie Plante Went From The Balance Beam To A Balanced Diet

With the right coach and an unshakeable work ethic, Plante curbed the yo-yo dieting and replaced her leotard with a competition bikini. August 23, 2018 6 min read
Shantel Chiola Survived A Car Wreck, Then Kicked 157 Pounds To The Curb
Women's Transformations

Shantel Chiola Survived A Car Wreck, Then Kicked 157 Pounds To The Curb

When a nasty car wreck left Chiola with a broken neck, her weight also took a brutal hit, forcing her to make life-changing decisions and reclaim her health. July 25, 2018 5 min read
Military Man Fredrick McMillan Aims for Excellence
Transformations

Military Man Fredrick McMillan Aims for Excellence

Tired of his unhealthy ways, this Air Force radio tech changed his frequency. June 01, 2018 5 min read
Pascal Rwabukamba Thwarted Type 2 Diabetes By Losing 266 Pounds
Transformations

Pascal Rwabukamba Thwarted Type 2 Diabetes By Losing 266 Pounds

People say everything's bigger in Texas, and Rwabukamba was no exception until he dropped 266 pounds. April 26, 2018 5 min read
Police Officer Tom DuPont Put The Cuffs On His
Transformations

Police Officer Tom DuPont Put The Cuffs On His "Dad Bod"

The Air Force veteran fought against heavy drinking and a high-stress lifestyle en route to dropping 70 pounds. April 17, 2018 5 min read
Dani Grey Body Slammed 120 Pounds And Left It On The Canvas
Transformations

Dani Grey Body Slammed 120 Pounds And Left It On The Canvas

This mother of two's losses in body fat are leading toward wins in the wrestling ring. April 10, 2018 5 min read
Samantha Tuohy Started Lifting And Took Control Of Her Life!
Women's Transformations

Samantha Tuohy Started Lifting And Took Control Of Her Life!

This personal trainer used to be a smoking, drinking, eating machine. Now, she's just a machine. April 04, 2018 5 min read
At Age 74, Dennis Fanucchi Lifts and Lives Like He's 24!
Transformations

At Age 74, Dennis Fanucchi Lifts and Lives Like He's 24!

Unsatisfied with aging's effects on his body, Dennis Fanucchi undertook an intense training routine and healthy diet to wind back the clock and build the body he's wanted for 50 years. February 28, 2018 5 min read
The Spark: Megghan Shroyer
Motivation

The Spark: Megghan Shroyer

A medical condition forced Megghan Shroyer to make major changes in her life. She's a different person now, and she's not looking back. February 14, 2018 5 min read
The Spark: Peter Georgopolous
Transformations

The Spark: Peter Georgopolous

Peter Georgopolous's own weight problems didn't seem to bother him enough to spur a change. Then, his son started heading in the same direction, and it was time to step up and become a better role model. January 31, 2018 5 min read
Threshold Training: The Fastest, Safest Way To Your Next PR
Training

Threshold Training: The Fastest, Safest Way To Your Next PR

As you struggle to hit those 10 heavy reps, there's usually a point at which you've lost good form and are using compensation techniques to move the weight. By finding out exactly where your form went south, you can begin to make real progress. January 26, 2018 5 min read
The Spark: Glenn Lovelace
Transformations

The Spark: Glenn Lovelace

Stress, overeating, and a lot of injuries led to a very real breaking point for Glenn. He realized needed to make a change, put one foot in front of the other, and came out a winner. January 10, 2018 5 min read
The Spark: James Holliman
Transformations

The Spark: James Holliman

A little dad bod is cool, but when James Holliman's torso started looking like a group of dad bods, he knew it was time to get back to his good old ways. December 05, 2017 7 min read
Podcast Episode 27: 'Possible' Pat Takes the Stage
Contests

Podcast Episode 27: 'Possible' Pat Takes the Stage

In his second visit to the podcast, the weight-loss icon Pat Brocco tells us about his first time competing onstage after losing over 300 pounds. He's also helping lead a unique new weightloss challenge for Bodybuilding.com that his fans need to know about! September 18, 2017 18 min read
Dylan Proved His Doubters Wrong By Going From 3XL To Extra Fit
Transformations

Dylan Proved His Doubters Wrong By Going From 3XL To Extra Fit

On his mission to graduate from high school in better shape than he started, Dylan lost 100 pounds and gained heaps of confidence. June 29, 2017 5 min read
8 Tips For A Sweet Physique
Workouts

8 Tips For A Sweet Physique

There's more to getting ripped than moving iron. What you do outside the gym can have a big impact on gains! June 29, 2017
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