If strong is the new sexy, it’s no wonder more people than ever want to start lifting weights. Instagram hashtags such as “fitspiration” (fitness inspiration) and #gym contain millions of posts, ...

If you’re looking to supercharge your strength and pack on some muscle, the barbell is the G.O.A.T. It's one of the most versatile pieces of equipment (alongside a pair of dumbbells) that you can ...

FOR MANY GUYS over 40 years old, the barbell—once their most prized tool in the gym—eventually becomes an obstacle, making their strength training sessions a challenge. The heavy loaded exercises the ...

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Still associating barbell exercises with 1980s Russian weightlifters? Well, don’t. They're one of the most powerful–and not to mention versatile– ways of building muscle and overall strength, ...

Working out with a barbell comes with loads of benefits. This weight room staple can help you build lean muscle mass, improve your balance and posture, increase your overall strength, and amp up your ...

If you’re new to barbell training, you’re about to realize what powerlifters and Olympic weightlifters have always known: It’s fun to lift heavy weights. “Adding in a concentrated strength-training ...

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