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Episode 240 of The Menace Podcast saw host Dennis James joined by regular panelist Milos Sarcev and special guest Jose Raymond, and the trio soon discussed the rumors around a potential comeback for Mamdouh “Big Ramy” Elssbiay. Big Ramy won the Mr Olympia title in 2020 and 2021, but his last competitive appearance came in 2023 when he placed fourth in the Arnold Classic. Since then, he’s been working on business ventures including his brand “Red Rex” and promoting his own shows, but a recent post via Instagram captioned “I’ll be back,” has the bodybuilding world speculating about his potential…
If you’ve hit your 40s and noticed that your body doesn’t bounce back like it used to, you’re not alone. The reality is that men face significant changes in strength, hormone levels, and recovery time as they age, making the workout routines that worked in their 20s and 30s less effective—and sometimes counterproductive. Here’s how to adapt your training to work with your body’s changing needs and maintain peak performance well into your later years. Why Men Over 40 Need a Different Fitness Approach Shutterstock After 40, men face a number of strength and hormonal changes. One of the biggest…
Artificial intelligence is revolutionizing mental health support, with millions using ChatGPT and similar AI tools for therapy, emotional guidance, and self-reflection. As a licensed therapist, I’ve observed fascinating trends in how people are integrating AI into their mental wellness routines, from AI journaling to practicing difficult conversations. But is this digital therapy helping or hindering our emotional growth? Have you ever copied and pasted a long, confusing text message fight into ChatGPT to ask: “Was I being defensive when things got vulnerable?” “Is she trying to repair things, or just in it for free dinners and my hot, smoking body?”…
Grace describes this process as “creating a context for our desire to thrive,” which should include seeking “sensual, sensory pleasurable experiences” that aid in our pursuit of arousal—and beyond. “For some, that may mean taking a nice bath, lighting a candle, having a glass of wine, doing some breathing exercises, or applying body lotion—essentially, creating a space and going through foreplay with yourself,” she explains.5. Explore erotic content that actually turns you on.Gone are the days when mainstream porn was the only resource for sexual pleasure—and honestly, thank god. These days, your options—from visual and audio material to innovative sex…
Andy Bostinto has been making headlines in recent weeks thanks to being anointed “The World’s Oldest Bodybuilder” after competing in a bodybuilding competition at the age of 100 years and four months, but the centenarian does not see his performance that day the same way as his many admirers around the world. For Bostinto, it was just another show on another stage and another day doing what he loved. “I enjoy training, and people ask me when I am going to stop. I tell them I’ll stop when I stop breathing,” Bostinto said. Andy Bostinto He is more proud of…
Imagine putting your heart and soul into every workout session, sweating it out on the treadmill, and pushing through intense lifting routines, only to step on the scale and find you have gained weight. You are not alone. Gaining weight after working out is surprisingly common and understandably frustrating. It feels counterintuitive and unfair, especially when you are dedicated and disciplined about your fitness regime. However, exercising is just one piece of the puzzle. While regular workouts are essential for overall health and fitness, they are not the only factor influencing weight management. There are several underlying reasons why you…
The importance of and demand for mental health services is discussed everywhere: in news headlines, media copy, books, podcasts, and even workplaces. While recent years have shown an improvement in public sentiments around mental health, stigma around getting help still persists in many forms. One recent study found that prejudices and discrimination surrounding depression, for example, greatly declined between 1996 and 2006, but negative beliefs around other conditions like schizophrenia or alcohol dependency persist. Weathering the stigmas around mental health can be difficult and discouraging, but with the right tools, you can protect your well-being and resist feelings of shame.…
According to a new study, basic employee benefit packages aren’t cutting it anymore. Instead, employers are prioritizing employees’ physical, mental and financial health through more holistic well-being options. Nearly 1 in 3 employers expect to expand voluntary benefit offerings by 2027 The study, Gallagher’s 2025 U.S. Benefits Benchmarks report, highlights the change in employer-provided benefits. From a survey of over 4,000 U.S. organizations, Gallagher found employers’ benefit offerings are expanding to meet the unique needs of today’s workforce. A common priority in benefit packages is health care, and employers are continuing to boost these benefits despite rising costs of medical…
Here’s a simple question for both male and female competitors in the body sports: Why are you 40-plus pounds over your contest weight? Even if you blame your coach, you’re the one who has to diet off all that chub. Wouldn’t you rather diet off 10 or 15? It’s absolutely ridiculous to me that in the 21st century people still believe you have to rival Jelly Roll in the off-season to build any muscle. I hate to burst your bubble, but past a certain point, more food does not equate to more muscle. If anything, it equates to more fat…
Unless you live under a fast-food rock, you know that chicken wraps are the hottest item in the fast-food world right now. Since December, McDonald’s has been teasing the return of the legendary Snack Wrap, which disappeared from the drive-thru menu in 2017. Fans of the chicken strip wrapped in a tortilla have begged for its return for eight years. And starting today, it is back for good. And, because I am a food writer, McDonald’s sent me over to try the new Snack Wraps. First, let’s get the basics out of the way. There are two Snack Wraps: Ranch…