Here's how muscle growth, or hypertrophy, works and four ways to optimize hypertrophy including nutrition and resistance ...

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While there is no denying the health benefits of barre, yoga, and reformer pilates, experts agree that it's critical to incorporate weight training into your fitness routine, especially once you're ...

It can feel intimidating to walk into a weight room when your comfort zone lies in mile-repeats and half marathon pace. That could be why some runners avoid strength training altogether, missing key ...

Runners often forget about the power of the core for performance. This group of muscles—which spans from below your chest through your hips, taking up your entire torso—helps you transfer power ...

This quick and effective shoulder workout uses dumbbells to target all three heads of the shoulder while improving stability and control. The routine focuses on efficient movements that deliver ...

Strength training is one of the best, science-backed strategies for supporting your body as you age – it can quite literally transform the trajectory of your health. The sooner you start, the more ...

Yes, running more—provided you build up gradually over time—can make you a better runner, but it’s hardly the only piece of the puzzle. Strength training is a huge factor too: Adding it to your ...

When chasing after my toddler in the park, I find myself bobbing, weaving, and jumping haphazardly through the grass, up on curbs, and around trees. Little does she know, her sudden change-ups and ...

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. The strength training ...

The key muscle-building mistakes men make while hybrid training, which a UFC strength coach says can make a significant difference. Nutrition is crucial in hybrid training; many men lack adequate ...