How to actually build muscle when you work out

In terms of how often you need to be hitting the gym to maximise hypertrophy, experts recommend giving a muscle at least ...

High Reps vs. Low Reps: Should Runners Be Lifting Heavier Weights?

Most runners need more muscle mass, or strength and control in the muscle mass they have to boost their performance.

Should Runners Lift Heavy or Light Weights?

Most runners need more muscle mass, or strength and control in the muscle mass they have to boost their performance.
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What Happens to Your Muscles When You Work Out While You’re Sore

Light exercise may help ease soreness in many cases. In other cases, continuing to exercise, especially at a high intensity, may increase the risk of injury.
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Are You Doing Too Many Reps? Here’s What the Research Says

Walk into any gym, and you’ll hear conflicting advice about reps. Some trainers swear by heavy weights and low reps. Others ...

Your Comprehensive Guide To Building Muscle Effectively, According To Trainers

Adding in some dynamic stretching (moving your muscles and joints through a full range of motion with no weight) is a great ...

6 Bodyweight Exercises That Build More Muscle Than Weight Machines After 50

Build lean muscle after 50 with 6 bodyweight exercises that boost strength, stability, and mobility without any gym machines.

Think Lifting Isn’t for You? This Trainer Wants to Change Your Mind

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If You Can Do This Many Pushups in 30 Seconds After 50, Your Fitness Is Elite

Take this 30-second pushup test to see if your strength after 50 ranks as elite, plus tips to boost your score safely.

New Study Reveals That This Type of Exercise May Fight Depression As Well As Build Muscle

New research finds a link between strength training and a lower risk of depression. Here's how to apply the findings to your ...
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These Are the 3 Best Exercises for Building Muscle, According to Decades of Research

Here are the three best exercises for building muscle, according to research (and experts): Squats “mimic many of our ...

I did 50 shoulder taps every day for a month – and this is what it did to my core

My weekly workout routine involves MetCons (workouts combining functional strength and cardio), barbell technique sessions, and a cycling class, though I was on leave for a lot of the 31 days. I ...