Strength Training

Dark chocolate may help you at the gym – without eating it

Researchers have investigated whether certain scents can influence both performance and appetite during strength training.

Here’s what happens to your body if you do burpees every day

Burpees combine cardio and strength training in a single exercise, but doing them every day comes with both...

You don’t need to work out every day to live longer – two hours may be enough

New research suggests that this amount of strength training may be linked to a longer life.

Best exercise for stiff hips, according to a pilates expert

Many people experience stiff hips without giving much thought to the cause, but one Pilates instructor says a simple exercise can help improve mobility.

Want to build muscle and lose fat? This is how long you actually need to work out

Even a short workout may be enough to help you lose fat and build muscle.

Dark chocolate may help you at the gym – without eating it

Researchers have investigated whether certain scents can influence both performance and appetite during strength training.

Here’s what happens to your body if you do burpees every day

Burpees combine cardio and strength training in a single exercise, but doing them every day comes with both...

You don’t need to work out every day to live longer – two hours may be enough

New research suggests that this amount of strength training may be linked to a longer life.

Best exercise for stiff hips, according to a pilates expert

Many people experience stiff hips without giving much thought to the cause, but one Pilates instructor says a simple exercise can help improve mobility.

Doctors reveal how often you should do lunges for stronger knees

Knee pain affects many people, but the solution is not necessarily less movement.

The average muscle mass for your age group

Muscle mass plays a central role in strength, mobility, and overall health.But how much should you actually have, and how do you find out?...

Which shoes are best for strength training? Research provides answers

The debate over gym footwear is less about fashion and more about mechanics.

Why one training machine stands out in public health research

Short on time and motivation, a public health researcher argues that one simple training choice can deliver far more results than most people expect.

New study shows when fitness and strength begin to decline

A long-term Swedish study provides new insight into the age at which the body’s strength and fitness start to fade.

How exercise needs to change after 50, according to experts

Many people stick to their familiar workout routines throughout life. But the body changes with age, and training should change as well.