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The 2022 NPC Valley of the Sun Contest was held on Saturday, April 9th ​​at the Rawhide Western Town and Event Center in Chandler, Arizona. Athletes from nine different NPC divisions faced the judges with hopes of taking first place and qualifying for one of the national-level shows later this year. Among the winners was [...]

An Ironman is a test of pain tolerance and mental and physical stamina. For Jeff Cottrell, the Ironman Memorial Hermann Texas will be a challenge this weekend, but it's nothing compared to the hurdle he overcame to finish on his second attempt. In 2014, Jeff Cottrell was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes and high blood [...]

See you later cabin fever! Spring is finally here and it's time to lace up your running shoes and rack up the miles. Whether you're running by the water, in your neighborhood, or through the woods, we've got you covered in the men's running gear department. From seasoned runners to beginners, here's everything you need [...]

Warmer weather and longer daylight hours are a runner's motivation to wake up from hibernation. Add fresh gear to the occasion and you have a recipe for success. Whether you've been running for years or are a newcomer to the sport, this high-performing and stylish women's running gear will inspire you to push the pace [...]

Men's Journal aims to feature only the best products and services. We update when possible, but offers expire and prices are subject to change. If you buy something through one of our links, we may earn a commission. Questions? Reach us at [email protected]. Working from home is great, but it can create some issues that [...]

Brian Mazza wakes up at 4:30 am every morning looking forward to attacking his intended targets for the day with optimal efficiency. First comes breakfast with his family, including wrestling with his two boys. Though he needs to be on the go for most of the day, the fitness-lifestyle influencer, founder of HPL Training, and [...]

Sprinters are sometimes flashier, while marathoners are known to be bolder, but when it comes to describing middle-distance runners, a calm, confident combination of flash and guts is what it takes to excel. The 400 and 800 meters are sometimes forgotten pieces of running conditioning in people's programs, but could be very beneficial in many [...]

Stretching is one of those things that trainers and hardcore lifters never disagree on. It's either a waste of time or it cures cancer. There is nothing in between. Usually, both sides argue until they are blue in the face, if they don't get punched first. When coaches argue about stretching, it's never nice. There [...]

Many fans enjoy seeing their favorite athletes in the bright lights and on the big stages. It's easy to be inspired by their greatness, but almost everyone will tell you that greatness is achieved through work done when no one is looking. Venus Williams is a great example of this statement. Venus Williams has won [...]

Eric Dubas just picked up a slew of medals at the NPC Valley of the Sun Championships in Arizona, but the 39-year-old credits an unusual form of cardio that helped him gain an edge over his fellow competitors. In a post-win chat with M&F chief content officer Zack Zeigler, Dubas says unorthodox activities like painting [...]