...and is that a bad thing? We all go through it from time to time. That feeling that all you gains will be lost with just one missed trip to the gym. It
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Due Respect: Does 212 Get The Credit It Deserves?
Does the 212 division get the recognition it deserves? It's no secret. The 212 category of bodybuilders is here to stay, their division growing in popularity
Salvaging A Bad Workout
Crappy training session? Don't give up on it yet. We've talked about having bad days in the gym before. Sometimes it's unavoidable, a problem that we all face
Are You Addicted To The Pump?
All in the name of the pump. Feel like you can't live without lifting? Feel like a piece of garbage if you skip a day of training at the gym? Then you may be
Are YOU Over Training?
It's a common misconception that bodybuilders need to work hard non-stop without a break. The generalization for bodybuilding or any physically demanding
Schwarzenegger: What Could Have Been
Could Arnold have been the Greatest Olympian of All Time? In the world of bodybuilding many would consider seven Mr. Olympia wins a hallmark to be proud of,
Rack Pulls Or Deadlifts For A Thicker Back?
When it comes to lifting big, we all know what we need to do. Grab the bar and lift that massive weight as we seek to progress in our fitness and our monster
How To Train For Your Body Type
Finding it hard to gain muscle? You might be training for the wrong body type. A lot of people who start out with bodybuilding just jump right into it. Lift a
Beyond Bodybuilding: Other Sports That Rely On Genetics For Success
How much of an edge do genetics give you? Any true bodybuilding aficionado will tell you that bodybuilding is as much about genetic gifts as it is about hard,
This 74 Year Old Bodybuilder Is Stronger Than You!
Staying motivated is key to holding onto you gains. Dedication is an important tool for success. It gives us the drive, the motivation, the shear will to push
Monday Motivation: CT Fletcher’s Insane 870 Rep Triceps Workout
The powerlifter commands your triceps to grow! CT Fletcher is man that commands respect. The powerlifter has gotten to his level of renown not based purely on
GI Weekly: Top 4 Bodybuilder Cameos Ever
The best times bodybuilders surprised us in small roles. Welcome back to GI Weekly, your #1 source for everything bodybuilding. Of course, the big news this
Top 6 Bodybuilding Rivals Of All Time
Breaking down the most exciting rivals in Olympia's 50 year history. Rivals bring out the best in us. They force us to dig deep down and push further than we
Tom Platz Talks Steroids
Throwback video of Tom Platz talking candidly about steroids. It's no secret. In the sport of bodybuilding the issue of steroid use will always have a place.
From Zero To Hero: Tips For The Bodybuilding Newbie
We all have to start somewhere. These tips will make the road less painful. So you're just getting into bodybuilding and wondering just what the hell you
Fatigue: Overtraining Or Just Making Excuses?
A look into CNS overtraining and whether or not it's a real problem. Is fatigue a legit excuse for pulling back on your training? Is your body really fried or
Welcome To Hell: Leg Day With Cody Montgomery, B-Pak, & Cormier
Everyone knows that skipping out on leg day is a pretty foolish notion. Why on earth would you want to miss the one day that you can make crazy gains? That's
Split Or Full Body Training?
Which training style is most beneficial? Split training or full body training? It's a question that most bodybuilders ask themselves before hitting the
Steroids In The Media: Legit Concern Or Scare Tactic?
Is steroid use in bodybuilding giving the sport a bad wrap? Steroids is a constant conversation in the realm of bodybuilding. We at Generation Iron understand
Is Too Much Time At The Gym Killing Your Gains?
How long can you stay away from the gym? If you ask a competitive mixed martial artist or boxer this question they'd probably tell you that anything longer
Best Christmas Tree Backs In Bodybuilding
Christmas trees to admire. When the average Joe thinks of Christmas, a number of things come to their mind. For many the first thing they think about is a
The Five Best Day Jobs For Bodybuilders
Unless you're Mr. Olympia... don't quit your day job. Ideally, lifting weights and bodybuilding should be your full time job - just like any other professional
Bodybuilding Things You Should Be Thankful For
Thanks for these gains we are about to receive. It's that time of the year again, when we stuff our faces and threaten to undo all that hard work we've been






























