Many people have learned to strength train the same way: Do a light warm-up set, then add weight to the following sets of an exercise, ending with a final, heaviest set. This approach is sometimes ...

Do you only have access to a weight bench, either in your home gym or at a commercial gym, and are looking to get in an effective full-body workout? It certainly is possible! As a personal trainer, ...

Optimizing Body Composition If you’re trying to lose fat while gaining muscle, you’re working toward what fitness experts ...

Several science-backed approaches can help build lean muscle, including resistance training, sleeping enough, and eating a ...

The dumbbell squat to press, also known as a thruster, is a compound exercise that starts in a front squat position and ends ...

When it comes to our fitness routine, summer can throw a wrench in even the best-laid plans. Erratic schedules make it more difficult to consistently prioritize workouts, hot weather can make ...

You can get the same workout and build strength without heavy equipment. But it takes work. By Christie Aschwanden Many people believe that to build strength you either need a set of weights or a gym ...

A personal trainer in his 50s got back in shape after colon cancer treatment with simple workouts. His routine includes rucking, walking with a weighted pack to build muscle and endurance in less time ...

Weighted vests can improve your cardio and help you build strength and a stronger core. They're also a great way to freshen ...

This article was reviewed by Craig Primack, MD, FACP, FAAP, FOMA. You’ve got a lot of choices when it comes to weight loss ...

A fitness expert who introduced training techniques to the US Navy SEALs, Marines and Army detailed the approach focused on training less and building muscle.

The fitness journey often presents an emotional challenge when the scale shows unexpected increases after dedicated workout sessions. This perplexing phenomenon, while initially discouraging, ...