A new study in trained lifters suggests one hard set per exercise, twice a week, may deliver more muscle than most people ...

Finish on one leg. Don't put your back leg on the box. Instead, stand tall on the one leg that drove you to the top of the ...

Bend one knee and push your butt back to squat down to one side. Keep your other leg straight, and as your lower down ...

Research shows that strong legs and glutes don’t just help you move better—they can protect your spine, balance, and even ...

Jakob Roze, CSCS, is a health writer and high-end personal trainer. He is the founder and CEO of RozeFit, a high-end concierge personal training practice and online blog. The muscles in your lower ...

“Strength training increases muscle mass, which in turn improves how the body uses insulin and helps move glucose out of the ...

Leg day is crucial for overall strength, balance, and athletic performance, despite its grueling reputation. This guide ...

Test balance after 45. See the one-leg hold time that signals strength—and the simple progressions to improve fast.

Besides clocking a few miles here and there on the treadmill, the gym may not be the first place that comes to mind when you think about reaching your PR. But it does, in fact, offer some unique ...

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Back pain can make you nervous about tying your shoes, let alone working out. However, while resting a painful back may help for a time, often getting back in the gym and moving makes it feel better.