Category: Matt Weik
Are Sports Drinks a Sugar Trap for Kids?
by Matt Weik
We’ve all seen those commercials. The ones where our favorite athletes are drinking sports drinks and performing at a high level. [...]
Don’t Take What Some Trainers Say as Gospel
by Matt Weik
Sure, the trainer at your local gym might look jacked, but he very well might not know jack. It’s unfortunate these days that man [...]
Should Competitors Start Supplement Companies?
by Matt Weik
Ask this question to Mr. Olympia, Ronnie Coleman, and he might tell you “yeah buddy!” However, I believe every competitor who sta [...]
Stan McQuay: Bodybuilder and Businessman
by Matt Weik
Born in Yokosuka, Japan in 1973 to a Japanese mother and Irish father,[1] Stan McQuay moved to the United States with his family a [...]
Can Phil Heath Be Knocked Off at the Mr. Olympia?
by Matt Weik
Phil Heath just happens to be one of the most “gifted” athletes to ever step on the Olympia stage. Before entering the world of b [...]
Rick Collins: Getting it Done in the Gym and Courtroom
by Matt Weik
Matt: Thank you, Rick, for taking the time out of your day for this interview. For those who don’t know about all of your services [...]
Joint Supplements: Not Exciting…but Necessary!
by Matt Weik
If you’re anything like me, you get excited to take your joint and bone support supplements every day (can you smell the sarcasm?) [...]
Lifestyle Choices and Cancer Risk
by Matt Weik
In May 2016, two new studies were published that touched on cancer risks and lifestyle choices. While it should come as no surpris [...]
Kai Greene: A New Chapter
by Matt Weik
It’s pretty well known that Kai Greene will not be up on stage at the 2016 Mr. Olympia contest in Las Vegas. Is this his personal [...]
Mr. Olympia 2016: Do or Die for Victor Martinez?
by Matt Weik
In 2007 I wrote an Arnold Classic preview where I had Dexter Jackson and Victor Martinez battling it out for the top spot. I pre [...]
What About Cedric McMillan?
by Matt Weik
With everything leading up to the 2016 Mr. Olympia contest, I’m not sure the hype surrounding the show could get any bigger. Talks [...]
Elderly Study: Exercise, Injury & Recovery
by Matt Weik
As we get older Father Time isn’t always so forgiving when it comes to injuries and getting banged up. It’s believed by many that [...]
Can Cardio Improve Your Memory?
by Matt Weik
My good friend often says, “I have a good memory, it’s just short.” Well now exercise might be able to fix that—specifically card [...]
The Protein Movement
by Matt Weik
If I were to tell you to increase your protein intake you would look at me like I was half smashed off a bottle of Jack Daniels. [...]
What’s Wrong with Bodybuilding Today
by Matt Weik
If you’re a fan of bodybuilding, I’m sure the question I’m about to ask you might have you scratching your head. Anyone who watch [...]
