A Minute with a Photo Editor – What Type of Fitness Photos to Send
If you have aspirations of modeling, one way to get noticed is submitting your photos to a magazine.… [more]
Candice Lewis Top 10 Hardbody Gym Jams
Candice Lewis achieved IFBB Pro status when she won the overall 2011 NPC Jr. National Figure title. What… [more]
Nicole Nagrani – I’M A Hardbdy Arnold Edition
Nicole Nagrani is not only on the fast track to becoming a doctor but she's also lighting things up on… [more]
Follow Frenchy To The Arnold Amateur
We told you about NPC Figure competitor Swann Cardot last year as she was making her presence known on… [more]
2012 Flex Pro Competitor Lists
The first IFBB Pro show is just under a month away and the official competitor lists have been posted… [more]
Follow Frenchy To The Arnold Amateur
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Canadian Freestyle Skier Passes Away at Age 29 – Rest in Peace Sarah Burke
It's with a heavy heart I share this sad news. While I never knew Sarah personally, I do know many of… [more]
Do you have to be HARDCORE to be HARDBODY?
Welcome our newest Hardbody contributing writer, Kelsey Craun. Kelsey is a self-proclaimed "fitness nerd"… [more]
2012 Arnold Prize Money for IFBB Events
The 2012 Arnold Sports Festival will be here before you know it and Hardbody will be there covering all… [more]
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A Minute with a Photo Editor – What Type of Fitness Photos to Send
If you have aspirations of modeling, one way to get noticed is submitting your photos to a magazine. Many photographers will sell you on them submitting your photos to magazines and that's great however the reality is anyone can submit photos. Each magazine works differently and not every magazine runs user submitted images. Many magazines have staff photographers and more of then not, they are … [Read More...]

Candice Lewis Top 10 Hardbody Gym Jams
Candice Lewis achieved IFBB Pro status when she won the overall 2011 NPC Jr. National Figure title. What does this Arizona hardbody listen to when she's in the gym? Wonder no more. Here's Candy girl's Top Ten Hardbody Gym Jams. Candice Lewis' Top 10 Hardbody Gym Jams: 1. Rihanna - We Found Love 2. Alexandra Stan - Mr. Saxobeat 3. LMFAO - Party Rock 4. Adele - Rolling In The Deep 5. … [Read More...]

Follow Frenchy To The Arnold Amateur
We told you about NPC Figure competitor Swann Cardot last year as she was making her presence known on the competitive stage. She competed in four shows and won every one of them, the last coming with an overall victory at the NPC Easterns. Since that time, Swann has appeared in FLEX magazine and featured in Muscle & Fitness HERS. Now she's embarking on a new journey, the road to the Arnold … [Read More...]

Canadian Freestyle Skier Passes Away at Age 29 – Rest in Peace Sarah Burke
It's with a heavy heart I share this sad news. While I never knew Sarah personally, I do know many of her friends and colleagues. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Sarah's family, friends and loved ones. Sarah was a four-time Winter X Games champion from Canada. She crashed last week while training on the Eagle Superpipe in Park City, Utah. January 19, 2012 - Groundbreaking Canadian … [Read More...]

Do you have to be HARDCORE to be HARDBODY?
Welcome our newest Hardbody contributing writer, Kelsey Craun. Kelsey is a self-proclaimed "fitness nerd" who has a sensible approach to her hardbody. She will be sharing her views on a variety of topics in the months ahead and we're stoked to have her on the Hardbody Team. Check out her first thoughts on being "hardcore". Do you have to be HARDCORE to be HARDBODY? By Kelsey Craun When … [Read More...]

Ultra Endurance Athlete Rebecca Rusch Featured in Nikon Video
If you're at all familiar with the mountain biking world, you've heard of Rebecca Rusch aka "The Queen of Pain". She exemplifies what a HARDBODY female can be and has done so for years. She was named one of Outside Magazine's Top Female athletes in 2003 and has an impressive set of victories that goes on longer than the trails she rides. Top photographers are often given models of new … [Read More...]

Burger King Delivers. Seriously? Seriously.
Chalk this one up to a WTF moment. While First Lady Michelle Obama continues her fight against childhood obesity, fast-food giant Burger King is exploring a delivery option. Talk about failing in whopper proportion. Burger King canned their creepy King Mascot last year but there is hope for him to return as a delivery boy. In a move that's almost as disturbing as The King, the number two … [Read More...]

Video: Reebok – “The Sport of Fitness Has Arrived”
Crossfit has been around for years but it continues to gain in popularity. Check out this new commercial from Rebook that calls Crossfit "The Sport of Fitness". From YOUTUBE: The Sport of Fitness has arrived. Fitness that's about retraining your body and rewiring your mind. This is about altering your definition of exercise. Reebok wants you to become part of a thriving community, where … [Read More...]
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2012 Flex Pro Competitor Lists
The first IFBB Pro show is just under a month away and the official competitor lists have been posted on IFBBpro.com. The women's fitness line up is stacked from top to bottom. Seven out of the … [ Read More... ]

2012 Arnold Prize Money for IFBB Events
The 2012 Arnold Sports Festival will be here before you know it and Hardbody will be there covering all the action. The main events for the weekend surround the IFBB pro shows and it's one of the … [ Read More... ]

Unfinished Business for Monique Ricardo
Monique Ricardo, formerly Minton, took the fitness modeling world by storm when she starting competing in the NPC. She's been on the covers of FLEX and Muscle & Fitness HERS and seen inside a … [ Read More... ]

2012 FLEX Pro Fitness Deadline Nears
The first IFBB Pro show of the year is quickly approaching. Women of the IFBB Pro Fitness division will have a chance to compete at the FLEX Pro held in Santa Monica, California on February 18, 2012. … [ Read More... ]

2012 Arnold Amateur Deadline Nears
The Arnold Amateur is in its sixth year and every year the level of competition continues to rise. The 2012 Arnold Amateur IFBB International Bodybuilding, Fitness, Figure and Bikini Championships … [ Read More... ]

2012 Arnold Invite List Announced
One of the most anticipated events of December, besides what's under the Christmas tree, is the Arnold invite list. Each year right before Christmas Santa comes a little early for a few IFBB pros. … [ Read More... ]

Florida Pro Photos
If you had the misfortune of missing the IFBB Miami Pro over the weekend, don't sweat it. You can see thousands of photos from the weekend's event on Bodybuilding.com. Visit the Legends' page for … [ Read More... ]

IFBB Florida Pro Bikini Results & Review
The IFBB Florida Pro Bikini show marked the end of the 2011 competition season. Promoter, Jarka put on a first class event and offered some of the top prize money of the year. Florida's own India … [ Read More... ]

2011 IFBB Florida Pro Bikini Preview & Poll
The final IFBB Pro show is just days away and it's shaping up to be a hotter than the Miami temps. This weekend several IFBB Pro Bikini competitors will share the stage with some of bodybuilding's … [ Read More... ]

2011 NPC Excalibur Photos
Nearly 300 hardbody men and women brought the competitive NPC season to a close over the weekend. Ron Avidan was on hand to capture all the action of the 2011 NPC Excalibur in Culver City, CA. Ali … [ Read More... ]

2012 Arnold Invite Application Process
The 2012 Arnold Sports Festival is quickly approaching and in just a few weeks we'll know who received invites to the prestigious event. Those of you unfamiliar with the IFBB portion of the weekend it … [ Read More... ]

Hardbody 411 on The IFBB Florida Pro Bikini
There's one chance left for the women of the IFBB Pro Bikini division to qualify for the the 2012 Olympia (this year) and it takes place on December 10, 2011. Promoter, Jarka has put up huge prize … [ Read More... ]
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A Minute with a Photo Editor – What Type of Fitness Photos to Send
If you have aspirations of modeling, one way to get noticed is submitting your photos to a magazine. … [Read More...]

Ultra Endurance Athlete Rebecca Rusch Featured in Nikon Video
If you're at all familiar with the mountain biking world, you've heard of Rebecca Rusch aka "The … [Read More...]

Video: Reebok – “The Sport of Fitness Has Arrived”
Crossfit has been around for years but it continues to gain in popularity. Check out this new … [Read More...]

Nicole Nagrani – I’M A Hardbdy Arnold Edition
Nicole Nagrani is not only on the fast track to becoming a doctor but she's also lighting things up … [Read More...]

Video: Artful Yoga by Equinox
There are many benefits of practicing Yoga both mentally and physically. Wikipedia describes yoga a … [Read More...]
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Follow Frenchy To The Arnold Amateur
We told you about NPC Figure competitor Swann Cardot last year as she was making her presence known on the competitive stage. She competed in four shows and won every one of them, the last coming with … [Read More...]

Do you have to be HARDCORE to be HARDBODY?
Welcome our newest Hardbody contributing writer, Kelsey Craun. Kelsey is a self-proclaimed "fitness nerd" who has a sensible approach to her hardbody. She will be sharing her views on a variety of … [Read More...]

Nicole Wilkins Answers Your Hardbody Competition Questions
The defending Arnold Sports / Ms. Figure International Champ, Nicole Wilkins gives us an update on her contest prep and answers your questions. Nicole talks stretch marks, politics, cardio and … [Read More...]

SportsStylist Tip – Model Respect
Cindy "The SportsStylist" is back with a simple time for all models and model hopefuls. The clothes provided on magazine and ad shoots are often samples or pieces specific for the job. These samples … [Read More...]
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The Girls Supplement Guide
Bodybuilding.com shares the 15 best supplements that can help you burn fat and get lean muscle. The list, compiled by Jim Stoppani, shares what the supplement is, what it does and how to take … [Read More...]

Detroit Tops in Healthy Airport Restaurants
A report by the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM) revealed that many airport restaurants are adding healthier options to their menus. A group of PCRM dieticians reviewed the food … [Read More...]

Hardbody Game Plan: Fit Meal Planner & Shopping List
One key element to a building a hardbody is having a game plan. That includes not only your workouts but also your meal plans. Bodybuilding.com has provided an easy-to-follow weekly meal plan that … [Read More...]

Healthy Eating Simplified: Five Fit Meals Anyone Can Make
Our friends at Bodybuilding.com have been sharing great content all year and sometimes we all need to go back to the basics. A healthy eating plan doesn't need to be complicated and this article on … [Read More...]

Hardbody Breakfast of Champions
Welcome to one of our new features here on Hardbody.com. One of the questions we get asked as well as the women in various competitions are asked is what do you eat? Well, now you will get chance to … [Read More...]
Healthy Homemade Croutons from Gina Aliotti
Gina Aliotti has a healthy tip on how you can make your own croutons for your salads. I admit, I'm intrigued and will have to give it a try. Check it out and if you decide to make these let us know … [Read More...]

Video: Kristal Richardsons Tips on How to Lose Fat & Gain Muscle
IFBB Figure Pro and TightCurves spokesmodel, Kristal Richardson shares her video tips on how to lose fat and gain muscle. It might be elementary to some of you however we have a number of new visitors … [Read More...]

Voskos Greek Yogurt Launches Recipe App
Greek Yogurt is high and protein and has a variety of ways it can be implemented into your nutritional plans. Thanks to Voskos Greek Yogurt you can now find quick and easy recipes through your mobile … [Read More...]

Hardbody Product Review: Perky Jerky
It's amazing what can transpire from a twitter exchange. While some people are slow to embrace new technology and like to complain about how dumb it is, I like to run with it. I recently made mention … [Read More...]

G’s Tip of The Weeek: Honeydew Cucumber Smoothie Recipe
Gina Aliotti shares her latest tip on how to stay cool when the temperature heats up. Check out her honeydew cucumber smoothie recipe and let us know how you like it. It's that time of … [Read More...]

Grill Tips: Keep Your Summer Barbecues Healthy & Safe
Barbecues are a fun way to spend a summer night or weekend with friends and family. Thanks to Chicago Healers Practitioner Dr. Martha Howard we have a few tips for holding a healthy and safe barbeque … [Read More...]

Gina Aliotti’s Tip “Eat your garlic, Daily!”
IFBB Figure Pro Gina Aliotti is back with her G's Tip of the Week. I can say I don't follow her tip but do you? Check it out and share your thoughts in the comments field. Eat your garlic, … [Read More...]









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