Fitness

Soon to Be Seen in "Dune: Part Three" Top Fit at 58! Josh Brolin's Fitness Routine

From Marvel to "Dune"–Josh Brolin, 58, is no stranger to physical challenges. FITBOOK reveals how he stays in shape.

Nicolas Cage in "Madden" and early November (right)

To Portray an NFL Legend in "Madden" Nicolas Cage: "I Enjoyed My Pasta and Sourdough Bread"

Nicolas Cage took on a role far outside his personal comfort zone for the biopic "Madden." Here's how he gained 24 pounds.

Frontman of the Rolling Stones Fit at 83! How Mick Jagger Trains and Eats

Training and diet play an important role for "Rolling Stones" star Mick Jagger, 83, in staying fit.

Strength Tests Show Where You Stand in Your Training

For Orientation Take the Strength Test: 6 Exercises to Gauge Your Fitness

Discover the state of your fitness. FITBOOK presents six strength tests you can easily do yourself.

Cable Machine Chest Workout Cable Flys: The Proper Execution of the Chest Exercise

Cable fly exercises are particularly effective for training the chest. Here's how to perform the exercise correctly.

Hyrox Discipline Burpee Broad Jump: Execution, Impact, and HYROX Rules

Burpee Broad Jumps demand strength, endurance, and explosiveness. Here's how to perform them correctly and train specifically for HYROX.

What Becomes More Important After 50: Strength Training or Cardio?

Expert Explains Strength Training or Cardio? How to Exercise Properly After 50

Cardio or strength training? A fitness trainer reveals what to focus on after age 50 to stay healthy and fit.

Motivation Booster Former Navy SEAL Jocko Willink (55) Reveals Mental Tricks for Training

There are mental tricks for training that help us overcome our inner resistance, as former Navy SEAL Jocko Willink explains.

Dave Bautista will play the lead role in the "God of War" film adaptation.

For 'God of War' Series After Significant Weight Loss: Dave Bautista Had to Gain 20 Pounds of Muscle

After losing 34 kilograms, Bautista is gaining weight again. For his role as Kratos in "God of War," he now weighs around 113 kilograms.

According to the ranking The Best Indoor Pools in Germany

A ranking of 505 indoor swimming pools reveals which pools in Germany will be rated the best in 2026.

Hollywood star Josh Hartnett's Most Challenging Film Transformations

At times he had to learn military skills, sometimes boxing, and other times he had to lose or gain a significant amount of weight: Josh Hartnett has experienced a lot.

Six weeks of preparation, then victory in New York: Dominik Lehr explains how he prepared for the competition.

World Champion in FITBOOK Interview Former SEK Member Dominik Lehr: "Grappling Is Like Human Chess"

From Trainer to Winner: Former SEK Officer Dominik Lehr Reveals How He Prepared Quickly and Which Strategy Was Key

6 Exercises for the Inner Thighs

Toned Legs 6 Exercises for the Inner Thighs

If you want firm and muscular legs, you can't skip training your inner thighs—these exercises will help you achieve that.

Recently crowned "Sexiest Man Alive" How Noah Wyle, 55, Prepared for "The Pitt" with NEAT

In FITBOOK, you can learn how "Sexiest Man Alive" Noah Wyle prepared for the physically demanding series "The Pitt."

Harry Kane, the best player in the world, stays fit this way

Ballon d'Or Winner 2026 Harry Kane–Nutrition, Training, and Recovery for a Long Soccer Career

Harry Kane, 33, is the Ballon d'Or winner and aims to continue playing active, successful soccer for a long time. His focus: proper recovery.

Jonas Deichmann at the "MOVE IT!" Challenge

30 Marathons in 30 Days The Incredible Forrest Gump Effect of Jonas Deichmann

Jonas Deichmann inspired 19,000 people to run with his "MOVE IT!" challenge—here's how he prepared for the 30 marathons.

With short home workouts, you can effectively establish a routine and overcome procrastination.

FITBOOK Editor My Tips for an Effective Home Workout You Can Stick With

FITBOOK Editor-in-Chief Melanie Hoffmann shares how she stays active with a specific combination of gym and home workouts.

Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, Jason Statham

How They Train These Stars in Their 50s and 60s Are True Fitness Icons

Hollywood Stars Show Impressive Fitness Over 50–How Dwayne Johnson and Others Adapted Their Training as They Aged.

3 Exercises I Avoid at the Gym as an Orthopedist

Can Damage the Rotator Cuff Headline: Chief Physician: "As an Orthopedist, I Consistently Avoid These 3 Exercises at the Gym"

Certain popular gym exercises can endanger your rotator cuff. A chief physician explains how he trains his shoulder depressors.

Formerly a competitive athlete, now at the border: A FITBOOK editor experiences three days filled with punches, kicks, and surprises.

Editor at Sacha Wenk 3 Days at Shaolin Camp: "The Worst Pain of My Life"

Ten years of competitive sports should be enough, she thought. But three days with The Shaolin Kid pushed the FITBOOK editor to her limits.

FITBOOK Explains How a Crunch Machine Works

Targeting a Six-Pack How to Get More Out of Your Workout on the Crunch Machine

How to Use the Crunch Machine Correctly to Get Defined Abs and Strengthen Your Core

According to a Study Special Protein Blend May Alleviate Post-Exercise Muscle Soreness

A special blend of yeast and whey protein may alleviate muscle soreness after intense exercise, according to a new study.

Chris Hemsworth, Kevin Hart, and Alan Ritchson are among the stars over 40 who are super fit.

Their Training Strategies 6 Stars Over 40 Who Are Super Fit

They train with heavy weights and are known for incredible discipline: stars who remain super fit even after 40.

FITBOOK Editor-in-Chief Nuno Alves Explains Why Resistance Bands Are Often Underestimated in Muscle Building

Can Resistance Band Training Replace Dumbbells? FITBOOK Editor-in-Chief Nuno Alves Explains the Benefits and Limitations

Sebastian Vettel, Harry Styles, Pamela Anderson, and Kai Pflaume

Are You Faster? Best Marathon Times of Celebrities

Find Out if You Can Run a Marathon Faster Than the Stars: Best Times of Alicia Keys, Harry Styles, and Joko

A woman performs one of the 34 Pilates exercises.

From Inventor Joseph Pilates Pilates: The 34 Traditional Exercises

34 exercises are considered the original exercises of "true" Pilates. FITBOOK author Nina Ponath presents them all.

For Muscle Building How Long You Need to Plank Daily to See Visible Results

Planking Builds Beautiful Muscles: How Long Should You Train, and What's the Ideal Technique? An Expert Weighs In.

Romanian deadlifts are among the best exercises for glute muscles.

Differs from the classic version Romanian Deadlift: Why It's Worth It for Muscle Building

Romanian Deadlifts Strengthen Glutes, Legs, and Back Discover the benefits of this exercise and learn how to avoid common mistakes.

How World Champion Luis de la Fuente Trains His Arms

Training Spain Coach Luis de la Fuente, 65–His Fitness Secret for Muscular Arms

At 65, a world champion coach and more muscular than many pros: FITBOOK showcases Luis de la Fuente's arm training and philosophy.