The American Heart Association recommends strength training at least twice a week. Even weight training just once a week can reduce the risk of a heart attack or stroke, one study found! And most of ...

When it comes to upper-body day vs lower-body day at the gym, everyone has a favorite, right? But whether you look forward to squats and deadlifts or push-ups and bicep curls, the key to a balanced, ...

Sit on a bench and hold one dumbbell with both hands directly above your head. Slowly flex your elbows and lower the weight behind your head as you keep your upper arms still. Extend your arms and ...

What I'm about to tell you is no secret: lifting weights will help you decrease your fat mass and increase your lean muscle mass. There are many ways to build muscle, and the consensus is that lifting ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Photo credit: Athlean-X - YouTube In the latest video on the Athlean-X channel, strength coach Jeff Cavaliere breaks down the ...

Building your upper body strength can be a great place to start your strength training journey using several simple exercises. Strength training requires little time, minimal equipment and is safe, ...