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Ramón Colón-López Shares the Importance of Being Fit to Serve

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The Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chairman (SEAC) is the highest-ranking enlisted position in the United States Armed Forces. As the principal advisor to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff (CJCS), the SEAC oversees joint integration, readiness, and the health of the entire enlisted force. That position wasn’t even in place when Ramón Colón-López joined the United States Air Force in 1990. It was created in 2005. However, by the time the man known as “CZ” retired from service in November 2023, he had become the fourth to serve in that role. He was not only the first Airman but also the first of Hispanic descent to sit in that seat. Colón-López was born in Puerto Rico and moved to Connecticut when he was a teenager. Throughout his entire childhood, he was active in sports and enjoyed the benefits that came from both competition and activity. He found that fitness and performance as an anchor served him in all aspects of life. “To me, fitness is about availability. If you’re he...
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The Truth About Oatmeal: Which Oats Are Actually the Healthiest?

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For many of us, a hot bowl of oatmeal is a go-to way to kick off the day. And you can certainly do a lot worse than making oats a breakfast staple. All it takes is one look at the nutrition facts to see why. In addition to providing quality carbs to help energize your day, oats deliver a range of essential nutrients including magnesium, zinc, phosphorus, and thiamine. It’s also a heart-boosting breakfast option. In a meta-analysis of previously research published in the British Journal of Nutrition, researchers found that when people consume higher amounts of a unique type of soluble fiber called beta-glucan, which is found in oats, they often experience drops in their LDL cholesterol, non-HDL-cholesterol and apoB levels – all markers indicating a potential improvement in heart health. More reason why spooning up oatmeal in the morning can help out your ticker: A recent investigation in the Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics discovered that oat consumption can help k...
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Jayne Trcka, ‘Scary Movie’ Actress and Bodybuilding Icon, Found Dead at 62

Jayne Trcka, the bodybuilder and fitness model who found fame as “Miss Mann” in the spoof-horror franchise, Scary Movie , was found dead on December 12 according to authorities , with cause of death pending. Jayne Marie Trcka was born in Saint Paul, MN, and studied gymnastics in her early years. After moving to Southern California in 1986, she fell in love with weightlifting and was entering competitive bodybuilding shows by 1988. Her passion for fitness grew and by the late 90s, she had competed in the California State Championships and NPC junior nationals. To pursue her dreams, Trcka gave up a steadily paying job in the postal service in order to get closer to the gym as a personal trainer, and her imposing physique was soon noticed by Hollywood. View this post on Instagram Trcka’s big break came when she was cast in Scary Movie in 2000, playing an androgynous physical education coach, but she also appeared in Black Magic (2022) and guested...
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Raelyn Janssen Has a New Olympia Dream For 2026

Bodybuilding is an international sport that has fans from across the globe. It has grown in popularity in Canada, and one young fan in that part of the world was Raelyn Janssen. Her father served in the military, which meant they traveled throughout the country. When asked about her childhood, she shared that she considers St. Albert her hometown. “My childhood was normal I would say, I played with my neighborhood friends outside at the park as much as I could, we didn’t have phones or iPads at the time. So, it was peaceful.” She began training at home but started going to a local gym a few months later. She discovered fitness and first connected with bodybuilding specifically within her first year. After meeting Clayton, a retired competitive bodybuilder who she referred to as her “gym dad,” she decided to give the sport a shot. “He saw the potential in me before anyone else. He definitely played a part in my decision to try bodybuilding.” Janssen was originally inspired by Whitne...
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The Most Action-Jacked Event of the Year Is Almost Here!

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Use code MUSCLE for $10 off tickets. Valid Until 1/9/26 at 8pm PT. The countdown is on. January 10–11, the LA FitExpo returns for the 22nd  year to the Los Angeles Convention Center’s South Hall, bringing two days of nonstop energy, elite competition, and fitness culture at its absolute peak. With 15+ incredible competitions (all free with your ticket),  appearances by today’s biggest fitness influencers and legendary icons, plus immersive experiences you won’t find anywhere else, the LA FitExpo is where the fitness world comes truly alive and is completely welcoming to all! TheFitExpo LA Meet the Influencers, Athletes & Legends From viral sensations to all-time greats, the LA FitExpo lineup is stacked: Influencers & Athletes: Sam Sulek, The Tren Twins, Kai Greene, Lean Beef Patty, Scotty K Fitness, Luke DePaolo, Luke Elsman, Joey Swoll, Mike O’Hearn &  SO MANY MORE. Bodybuilding Legend...
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Frank Li Says This Scale Doesn’t Have To Be Your Enemy in 2026

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The word association game is when someone gives you a word, and you’re supposed to say the first thing that comes to mind. If someone was to say, “new year resolutions,” then the first thing that many people would say is “losing weight.” It’s true that one of the most popular self-commitments every January is weight loss, and it’s also true that those goals rarely last longer than a few weeks. In most cases, it’s all but forgotten after two weeks. Some experts say that focusing too much on the scale is a reason why those plans fail, but Frank Li feels that the issue may be deeper than that. “We noticed many people trying to improve their health but lacking reliable tools to understand their bodies beyond just weight,” Li said. “This inspired us to create a smart scale that delivers clear, meaningful body insights and empowers users to go beyond the superficial and truly understand the inner workings of their bodies. RunStar A Modern Twist On a Simple Tool That inspiration was e...
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Mark Zuckerberg Steps In the Octagon With UFC Star Merab Dvalishvili

Mark Zuckerberg has continued his journey from ‘nerdy tech guy’ to alpha MMA enthusiast by stepping inside the octagon with former UFC Bantamweight champion, Merab “The Machine” Dvalishvili. And while the professional with 25 wins to his name went easy on his Facebook friend, “Zuck” still managed to impress his social media followers. “When @merab.dvalishvili is town and asks to do some tune-up rounds, that’s one way to start your day,” shared Zuckerberg on how the viral sparring session went down. “Let’s go,” offered the 21-5-0 MMA star as the pair touched gloves and mixed it up. You didn’t need a pair of virtual sunglasses to appreciate these visuals! When did Mark Zuckerberg Get into MMA? While yet to officially compete in MMA, the Meta magnate shocked the world when he transitioned to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, even winning a tournament in the 149-pound division in 2023. Following the victory, his coach, Dave Camarillo told ESPN that Zuckerberg was “amazing,” adding, “He is an extr...
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The Most Important Training Apps Every Gymgoer Should Be Using

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Your phone’s already part of your training environment. It sits next to your water bottle, lives in your gym bag, and comes out between sets, whether you plan to use it or not. As 2025 wraps up inside the gym, the difference between repeating the same results next year and making real progress often comes down to how intentionally you use the tools already in your pocket. Most lifters treat their phone as a distraction. They scroll, answer texts, and let rest periods drift until intensity drops and workouts lose their edge. Used correctly, that same device becomes a precision tool that sharpens decision-making during training. Smarter loading, tighter rest intervals, better movement feedback, and clearer recovery signals turn average sessions into productive ones without adding more volume. The start of a new training year is the perfect time to clean up habits that quietly limit progress. The most useful apps aren’t complete workout programs or flashy coaching platforms. They’re sim...
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