Instagram has become one of the biggest platforms for fitness influencers, bodybuilders, and everyday lifters to showcase their physiques. But behind the photos and workout clips lies a growing controversy: the rise of “fake natty” culture. A “fake natty” refers to someone who claims to be natural while actually using steroids or other performance-enhancing drugs. […]
The bodybuilding world has always been divided between natural athletes and enhanced lifters. With the rise of steroids, growth hormone, and other performance-enhancing drugs (PEDs), the line between natural and enhanced competition has blurred. Some argue that enhanced bodybuilding overshadows natural athletes, making it harder for drug-tested competitions to thrive. Others believe both lanes can […]
Bodybuilding icon Mike O’Hearn recently addressed the ongoing and often heated debate between steroids vs natural bodybuilding following a viral exchange with Kenny Ko. In a candid discussion recapped by BarBend, O’Hearn outlined his firm belief in the merits of natural training and the value of longevity over quick results. O’Hearn emphasized that natural bodybuilding […]
The legacy of Steve Reeves, one of bodybuilding’s most iconic figures, continues to shape how many view the sport today. Known for his classical physique and health-centered approach, Reeves stood firmly against the use of steroids in bodybuilding. He believed that performance-enhancing drugs went against the true essence of the discipline. Reeves saw bodybuilding not […]
John Cena has long been known for his incredible strength and superhero physique. As a top WWE star and Hollywood actor, fans have often wondered: did John Cena ever use steroids to achieve his muscular build? According to TheSportster, Cena has consistently denied using steroids, even during the height of WWE’s steroid controversies. He has […]
Mike Ashley, one of the most respected figures in bodybuilding history, has long been celebrated not only for his aesthetics and competitive success but also for his claim of remaining natural in a sport often associated with steroid use. In a candid and insightful feature, Ashley finally addresses the long-standing question: Did he ever use […]