Should you lift heavy weights or use lighter loads with more reps to maximize muscle growth? This question has divided ...

If lifting really heavy weights has always been the one gym activity that seemed too scary, intimidating, or intense for you, you’re not alone. I used to be a hardcore cardio person who was obsessed ...

Stop relying on bulky gym machines that isolate your muscles; standing functional patterns are the secret to rebuilding a ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Meet the expert: Michael Hamlin, CSCS, is a strength and conditioning specialist and the founder of ...

That idea that you need to grunt and strain under crushing barbells to build serious strength deserves to be tossed in the fitness myth graveyard. The truth about getting stronger without heavyweight ...

In that vein, experts suggest older adults prioritize the six pillars of movement: push, pull, carry, hinge, squat and overhead press to maintain day-to-day mobility as they age. Beginning around age ...

IT'S MUCH HARDER to build new muscle tissue than it is to maintain what you’ve already built, especially as you get older. If ...

Strength training sparks endless debates, especially for women navigating fitness trends. Heavy weights—barbells, kettlebells, or dumbbells beyond the usual 5-pounders—often carry a reputation for ...

I like to use this quote from American record-breaking powerlifter Ed Coan when coaching young and beginner lifters since it reinforces the importance of technique every time you lift a weight. "When ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Abs. We all have them. (FYI: WH readers can start a free trial of the Ladder app—no credit card required!

You have 20 muscles in your forearm, the part of your arm between your elbow and your hand. They help you move your arms, hands, and fingers and perform many of the tasks of daily life. You can strain ...