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2015 Las Vegas Olympia Interview featuring Ben Tatar

Dive into Ben Tatar’s insights on the Olympia’s evolution from a niche event to a global fitness spectacle in Las Vegas.

Instantly Increase Your Bench Press! (Try This Tip Now)

by Mike Westerdal

Critical Bench gets a shoutout from one of the top YouTube fitness channels, Scott Herman Fitness. He shares one of Critical Bench’s best tips to increase your bench press.

Off-Season STRENGTH Training for Grid-Iron Warriors

by Team Critical Bench

Explore NFL training secrets in this blog! Discover the hard work behind the scenes, from JJ Watt’s squats to Tebow’s conditioning.

Interview with Powerlifting Monster, JP Carroll

by Team Critical Bench

Meet JP Carroll, powerlifting giant with a 1,025 lb squat and eyeing a 600+ lb bench press. Explore the world of this elite athlete in our interview.

Anthony Catanzaro Interview

by Team Critical Bench

Explore Anthony Catanzaro’s secrets to a natural, iconic physique and his journey in fitness, TV, and beyond in this inspiring blog post.

Fact or Fake: The Importance of Supplement Quality Control

by Team Critical Bench

Learn about the New York Attorney General’s report exposing GNC, Target, Walgreens, and Walmart for selling mislabeled herbal supplements.

Anchoring Attitudes: Music’s Influence on Mood and Performance

by Team Critical Bench

Discover how to use the art of anchoring to become stronger in the gym and see results faster with this guest article from Mike Gillette.

Steve Cook Interview with Critical Bench’s Ben Tatar

by Team Critical Bench

Explore Steve Cook’s rise to fame in an interview with Ben Tatar—world champion, cover model, and social media star with over a million followers.

Have You Ever Been Led by Passion?

by Chris Wilson

Discover your true passion—the one thing you’re constantly thinking about and striving to improve in, beyond casual interests. It’s a 7-letter secret. Click to find out!

Interview With IFBB Pro, Tobias Young

by Team Critical Bench

Meet Tobias Young, IFBB Pro and magazine cover athlete, in an interview with Ben Tatar. Discover his muscle-building secrets and global fitness impact.