Sit on an incline bench with your chest forward, resting on the support. Grab dumbbells with a neutral grip, keeping your chest strong and allowing your arms to hang. Squeeze your back to pull the ...

In addition to deadlifts and chest presses, squats are considered one of the “big three” lifts since they engage multiple muscle groups and joints. But aside from your traditional bodyweight squat, ...

Chair exercises for lower back strength after 50, a CSCS coach shares 5 safe moves to build stability without heavy weights.

If you’re aiming for more back strength, stop walking by the cable machine at the gym. You’re missing out on an effective back workout when you do. Yes, there are tons of exercises out there for back ...

If you want to work the upper body, but are unsure which exercises to do, a back and bicep themed workout is always a great stand by. These muscles are often targeted within one routine because they ...

Bodybuilding enthusiasts may have admired Martin Fitzwater’s incredible physique while flexing on the stage, but his intense off-season workout also plays a significant role in maintaining his ...

Pull-ups and heavy barbells aren't the only way to add muscle and strength to your lats and mid-back ...

Beth Skwarecki is Lifehacker’s Senior Health Editor, and holds certifications as a personal trainer and weightlifting coach. She has been writing about health for over 10 years. It’s easy to almost ...

Have 34 minutes to spare each week? Then you can put on muscle and lose fat fast. Sounds like magic, but it’s the science of making workouts smarter and more efficient—and it’s scientifically proven.

Sleep is the most powerful recovery tool athletes have. During sleep, growth hormone is released, and muscle tissues are repaired. The nervous system resets, and the body is able to be refreshed. ...