Strength training supports healthy aging by preserving muscle, bone density, metabolic health, and independence.

This session combines lower-body strength and interval running to build muscle and boost speed at the same time ...

Should you lift heavy weights or use lighter loads with more reps to maximize muscle growth? This question has divided ...

Want to channel Ashley Graham's powerful gym vibes? Here's exactly how to master heavy weight lifting and box squats, straight from her DogPound trainer, Dara Hart. To (eventually!) get on Graham’s ...

Aging is inevitable, but how we handle it makes all the difference. While many people turn to skincare, clean eating, and less sun exposure to slow the visible signs, time eventually leaves its mark.

It’s never too late to start lifting weights — and now there are more signs it can provide enduring health benefits for older people. Researchers at the University of Copenhagen in Denmark found that ...

After months (maybe years) of performing three sets of 12 reps on repeat, your muscles are likely craving a fresh—and heavier—training routine. One path forward: the 5x5 workout plan. The ...

If a magic bullet for healthy ageing existed, strength training would be it. But it isn’t quite as simple as reaching for the nearest kettlebell. From prioritising power in your twenties to ...

You might think lifting heavy weights is just about building muscle and getting stronger, but the mental health benefits of resistance training rival those of antidepressants and therapy for many ...

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