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This week in Las Vegas, the Olympia is doing something it hasn’t done before. It’s crowning a Fit Model Olympia champion. And before the old-school bodybuilding crowd starts throwing chicken breasts at the computer, hear me out. The Olympia has been evolving since Larry Scott won the first one in 1965. It started with men’s bodybuilding. Today we’ve got Open, 212, Classic, Men’s Physique, Bikini, Figure, Wellness, Fitness, Women’s Physique, Women’s Bodybuilding, Wheelchair and now Fit Model. That’s 12 divisions. Apparently we finally found every possible way to stand onstage in your skimpies. Fit Model is interesting because the IFBB…

Lost strength after 60? This 12-minute routine can help you rebuild it. Most people don’t notice muscle loss until an object starts feeling heavy. When you’re trying to lift a grandchild off the floor, or carry your groceries, or walk up stairs you notice you used to be stronger. The strength disappeared over years and years, but as you get into your 40s and 50s, it happens more quickly. The question is, can you reverse muscle loss after age 60? The answer is yes, as long as you choose deliberate, hard, and safe exercises to target the muscles that disappeared.…

Some recipes carry a whole town’s history in a single bite. Pasticcio Carlofortino is one of them, and it’s exactly the kind of dish we were hoping to find when we got an early look at Eat Like A Sardinian, the debut cookbook from chef Francesco Mattana. We recently sat down with Francesco to talk about his journey from Sardinia to Jamie Oliver’s Cookery School to building a global online community, and this dish came up as one of his personal favorites in the book. It hails from Carloforte, a fishing village shaped by Ligurian influence and bluefin tuna, where…

Every trip to the supermarket is a shock to budget-strapped Americans. The cost of a grocery haul just seems to be going up and up. And that may leave many people wondering if it’s even possible to eat healthy without spending large, or making the Dollar General your go-to stop for nutrition. Food inflation can hurt your savings account even more if you require plenty of calories to power those herculean workouts. Luckily, you don’t have to turn to ramen noodles and packaged mystery meats to get a lower cost meal on the table if you know how to shop…

I’ve always been a matcha-or-coffee-first person. Eyes open, kettle on, first sip before I’ve even checked my phone. So when I kept seeing “protein before coffee” pop up in my feed, I was intrigued and curious enough to actually test it, properly, for 30 days. The idea is simple: get protein into your system before caffeine hits your bloodstream, so you’re not running on stimulants alone first thing in the morning. I decided to make it easy on myself by turning it into something I’d actually look forward to—a blended protein coffee using HUM’s Core Strength, coconut milk, and two…

Instructions are for 4 servings. Please modify as needed. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Cut large pieces of parchment paper, one for each serving. Divide the green beans and fennel between them and place the fish on top. Season with salt and pepper, then top with the butter, garlic, thyme, lemon slices, and parsley. Fold the parchment over the fish and vegetables and tightly crimp the edges to create sealed parcels. Place them on a baking sheet. Bake for 12–15 minutes, depending on the thickness of the fish, until it is opaque and flakes easily with…

For fifteen years, Sullivan Owen made her name in flowers. She was named Best Florist in Philadelphia just six months after opening her studio, designed luxury weddings and events, landed in Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar, and Martha Stewart, and earned a spot in Rizzoli’s In Full Flower alongside a new generation of floral artists. Then 2020 emptied her calendar overnight and shut her studio for nineteen months. She threw herself into a garden renovation at home, something she’d never attempted before, and then, once the summer heat made digging unbearable, into a beginner pottery class. It was meant to be a…

IFBB Pro bodybuilder and busy dad, Sheriff Taiwo, knows what it’s like to juggle with competing priorities. But when it comes to staying in shape, this transformation coach and social media influencer, better known as “FitDad,” says that you don’t need to sprint for miles, or sweat it out under a barbell to drop weight. Instead, you should be walking for the win. Here are the steps you need to know. “What I’m about to share with you is one of the biggest fast loss hacks,” says Taiwo, who competes in the Men’s Physique division, and turned IFBB Pro in…

When you hear “good source of protein,” which foods come to mind? A boneless, skinless chicken breast? A medium-rare prime rib? A cup of Greek yogurt sprinkled with chopped almonds? What about yellow peas? Maybe it’s not your first thought, but pea protein is an excellent option for anyone who wants the benefits of protein supplementation but prefers plant-based products. Learn why we use pea protein in our protein supplements — and how choosing a plant-based protein won’t short-change your gains and goals. 5 Nutritional Benefits of Pea Protein The humble pea is actually a protein powerhouse, and that’s just part…

Instructions are for 4 servings. Please modify as needed. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Add the eggs, mozzarella, spinach, salt, and pepper to a blender and blend until smooth. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Pour the mixture onto the parchment and spread into a thin, even rectangle, about 1/8 inch (3–4 mm) thick. Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until set and lightly golden around the edges. Let cool for a few minutes, then carefully peel the wrap away from the parchment. Meanwhile, cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until…