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 ...

When it comes to building strength, there are a few hard and fast rules that you have to follow. First up, the last few reps of a set should feel hard. Next, once things start to feel a little easier, ...

Splitting up your workouts can help you train harder while still recovering well. If you’re doing full-body workouts every day, your muscles may never get a real break. Alternating upper- and ...

Achieving fitness success starts with setting clear and realistic personal goals. Whether you aim to improve overall health, build muscle, lose weight, or increase endurance, defining these goals ...

FOR YEARS, the fitness world has pitted pilates and strength training against each other. Strength training loyalists argue that barbells, dumbbells, and progressive overload are the only true path to ...

So you’ve been lifting, running, or training for a while, and you’ve asked yourself: Do I need to change my routine every few weeks? Some people swear by “muscle confusion,” while others say ...