Bodybuilding is a form of body modification involving intensive muscle hypertrophy; an individual who engages in this activity is referred to as a bodybuilder. In competitive bodybuilding, bodybuilders display their physiques to a panel of judges, who assign points based on their appearance. The muscles are revealed through a process known as the \"cutting phase\" - a combination of fat loss, oils, and tanning (or tanning lotions) which combined with lighting make the definition of the muscle group more distinct.
Well-known bodybuilders include Charles Atlas, Steve Reeves, Reg Park, Arnold Schwarzenegger, and Lou Ferrigno. Currently, four-time winner Jay Cutler holds the title of Mr. Olympia as the world's top bodybuilder.
Articles About Bodybuilding
As I Lay Dying Singer Tim Lambesis Pleads Not Guilty to Wife Murder Plot
By IBTimes UK
Christian heavy metal singer accused of giving undercover officer $1,000 to kill his estranged wife. (May 10)
MORE TOPICS: CALIFORNIA, COURT, LAWYER, LOS ANGELES
Inside Birmingham's Jihadi Gym: Bodybuilding Rooms Where Two Terror Gangs Trained
By IBTimes UK
Jimmy's Gym used by members of anti-EDL terror cell and suicide bomb plotters - but what exactly went on? (May 01)
MORE TOPICS: PAKISTAN, MANAGEMENT
Feiz Mohammad: Radical Muslim Preacher Who Inspired Boston Marathon Bomber Tamerlan Tsarnaev
By IBTimes UK
From a childhood of drugs, boxing and bodybuilding, 'Sheikh Feiz' has become one of the world's most controversial preachers. (Apr 20)
Arnold Schwarzenegger's 'Mentor' Joe Weider Dies, Aged 93
By IBTimes UK
The bodybuilding champion and entrepreneur brought Schwarzenegger to the United States in the 1960s, and set him on the path to stardom. (Mar 25)
MORE TOPICS: CALIFORNIA, NEW YORK, HOLLYWOOD, LOS ANGELES
Schwarzenegger flexes muscles again in bodybuilding world
By Reuters
Arnold Schwarzenegger is going back to his bodybuilding roots. (Mar 02)
MORE TOPICS: CALIFORNIA, HOLLYWOOD, LOS ANGELES
‘Fifty Shades’ of Sculpted Abs: ‘Arrow’ Star Stephen Amell to Play Christian Grey? [PHOTOS]
By IBTimes AU
The "Fifty Shades of Grey" movie is an opportunity, according to Stephen Amell, who could play Christian Grey if everything works out right for him. The "Arrow" star delights many fans with his sculpted abs every episode. (Feb 04)
MORE TOPICS: SUPER BOWL
Police 'Roid Rage: Widespread Corruption Linked to Steroid Abuse and Gym Use
By IBTimes UK
Acpo and Transparency International report claims bodybuilding opening police officers to graft and sex exploitation. (Jan 23)
Health Alert: Why You DON'T Want Ripped Abs If You Hope to Survive the Coming Economic Collapse
By Natural News
It's almost comedic that men are running around the gym these days, trying to build up their biceps and shed body fat. Neither of these is useful in a collapse scenario. (Oct 15)
Joey Kovar Dead: 'Real World: Hollywood' And 'Celebrity Rehab' Star Dies At 29 After Apparent Drug Overdose [PHOTO]
By IBTimes
Joey Kovar, the troubled star of "Real World: Hollywood," was found dead at a friend's home near Chicago this morning. (Aug 18)
MORE TOPICS: HOLLYWOOD
Arnold Schwarzenegger Turns 65 Today, Pictures Of The Former Governor Through The Years [PHOTOS]
By IBTimes
Arnold Schwarzenegger turns 65 Monday, amid rumors that he left “bad energy” in his former home with Maria Shriver. The California home rests in Santa Barbara, and was formerly inhabited by Clark Gable, John Wayne and Jimmy Stewart at various points in its history. (Jul 31)
MORE TOPICS: CALIFORNIA, SILVER
