The major differences between chin-ups and pull-ups — and what muscles are worked for each exercise

Because of the differences in grip, chin-ups mainly work muscles in the front of your body, whereas pull-ups focus on the ...

Decades of research reveals the best exercises for building muscle

For training in the lengthened position, she recommends the Romanian deadlift. ‘Unlike the hip thrust, the RDL loads the ...

Older adults should target these muscles when strength-training, says fitness pro

Strength training for seniors should emphasize posterior muscles like the glutes and upper back rather than mirror muscles to ...

6 Simple Exercises That Stop Muscle Loss Faster Than Protein Shakes After 50

Build and keep muscle after 50 with six simple bodyweight moves—no equipment. Slow decline, boost strength, and support ...

The Overhead Press Is a Staple Strength Move. You'll Build These Muscles With This Iconic Exercise.

Raise the weights up to shoulder height, with your palms facing forward and slightly toward each other. Your elbows should be ...

At 61, this is Courteney Cox’s exact workout routine to maintain muscle

Almost exactly one year ago, Courteney Cox’s trainer Ben Bruno shared a video of her crushing unassisted chin-ups. She was 60 ...

Muscle growth supplements: Creatine, Protein, or BCAAs — which works fastest?

Let’s break the myth first: muscle growth isn’t just about bulking up to look strong; building muscle is crucial for overall ...

If You Can Do This Many Pushups After 45, Your Upper Body Strength Is Elite

Discover how many pushups make you elite after 45—and the form tips and progressions to boost your score safely.

13 yoga positions to do every day for increased flexibility

Stand with your feet hip-width apart and your arms at your sides. Keeping your left shoulder down, sweep your left arm out to ...

The surprisingly low number of calories you burn doing push-ups and whether it's worth it

Push-ups burn an average of 7 calories per minute, but you can burn more or less depending on weight, age, and gender.

The Close-Grip Bench Press Isn’t What Most Lifters Think. Your Triceps Could Be Missing Out.

Once you've unracked the weight on your own or with a spotter's lift-off, lower the weight down. Keep your elbows close to ...

Maintain Muscle and Strength with the One-Workout-a-Week Formula

The Minimal Dose for Strength Most athletes believe that if they aren't working out at the gym five days a week, their strength will disappear. The truth? Scien ...