Plus, a legendary Mr. Olympia explains his early retirement April 03, 2023 | [Read Online]( [BarBend Newsletter] You know what they say: April showers bring May gains! Wait â that doesn't seem right. Before we start, todayâs newsletter is presented by FinanceBuzz. If youâre looking to make a switch to a 0% APR credit card, the folks at FinanceBuzz [have you covered](. Lee Haney retired from bodybuilding after winning a record eighth Mr. Olympia, but he seemed to have more left in the tank. [The legend recently explained why he walked away early](. Joseph Baena is trying to live up to the legacy of his iconic dad, Arnold Schwarzenegger. After sharing his favorite pull day workout, [it's clear he's learned a few things from his old man](. Running takes a toll on your knees and feet. If you need an alternative, we broke down 12 awesome rowing machine workouts [for some low-impact conditioning benefits](. Bodybuilding Lee Haney's Exit [Lee Haney flexing chest and arms old school photo]( Image: @lee_haney_official on Instagram In the 1980s, Lee Haney was on top of the bodybuilding world. A phenom from the jump, Haney won eight straight Mr. Olympia titles from 1984-1991. Theoretically, he could've pursued more, but sometimes, it's better to quit while you're ahead. In a YouTube interview with fellow bodybuilder Lee Labrada last week, Haney clarified why he walked away from more potential Olympia wins. The gist of his rationale? "There's nowhere else to go but down," Haney told his former Mr. Olympia rival. Perhaps such a decision is partly why Haney's incredible mystique lives on to this day. [More Thoughts From Haney]( From Our Sponsor Pay 0% Interest Until Nearly 2025 If you have outstanding credit card debt and large monthly payments, getting a new 0% intro APR credit card could help ease the pressure while you pay down your balances. The credit card experts at FinanceBuzz put together a list of the top cards offering extended periods of 0% intro APR on balance transfers and purchases. [Apply today]( to take advantage of these special rates before they're gone. [Click Here for More]( Celebrity Workouts A Chip Off the Old Oak [Joseph Baena flexing right arm]( Image: @joebaena on Instagram Joseph Baena isn't a seven-time Mr. Olympia like his father, Arnold Schwarzenegger, but it's clear that fitness is a top priority. As Baena once told Men's Health, he works out six times a week, and one of his favorite training days is when he gets to build his back. The young man recently posted a short-but-sweet rundown of his pull day for fans to follow along with. It features pull-ups, bent-over rows, barbell biceps curls, and more. Like a delicious bodybuilding buffet, you better believe Baena experiences a bit of everything during his training. [Check Out Baena's Pull Day]( Training Tips Row "Upstream" for Better Conditioning GIF: @crossfitturnpoint on Giphy Running can take a big toll on your joints. Plus, endless hours on a treadmill every week can be, let's face it, a little dull. If you're looking for some cardio and conditioning workouts with a little more excitement and quality, we're here to help. Today we're breaking down the 12 best rowing machine workouts. Whether you're a beginner or have years of experience with these machines, you can now rest assured you'll get the burn you crave. [Get the Workouts Now!]( Everything Else Tips From "The Mountain" [Hafthor Bjornsson Bench Press]( Image: @thorbjornsson on Instagram - Hafthor Björnsson is no stranger to putting up big-time weights. But he recently [warned athletes not to train too heavy, too often]( to limit the risk of injuries and burnout.
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- Speaking of Arnold, here's how the Arnold Press [can give you stacked shoulders](. Sound Off! Baena's Bodybuilding Chances Image: @joebaena on Instagram Do you think Joseph Baena ever competes as a professional bodybuilder? Choose one below to vote: - [ðª Yes](
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- [ðª Undecided]( The Results Are In Days That Make You Go "Ugh" GIF: Giphy In the [March 20, 2023, edition]( of The BarBend Newsletter, we asked you to name your least favorite body part to train. Here's how you answered: - Legs (32.2%)
- Abs (22.9%)
- Biceps (19.5%)
- Back (13.1%)
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