Whether you’re training for your first 5K or a half marathon, running alone won’t build all the strength you need. Yes, hitting the pavement boosts your fitness and endurance, but you must incorporate ...

There are many reasons for working out, but for many of us it’s to ensure we stay strong and supple. In other words, a way to make sure we can get out of a chair without any audible creaking. If that ...

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We’ve been led to believe that lifting as heavy as possible is the gold standard of workouts. While heavy weightlifting does have its benefits, like muscular adaptations and building maximal strength, ...

It’s a debate as old as time in the fitness world: dumbbells or kettlebells. Truly, there’s room in the metaphorical sandbox for both, but many gym-goers — especially those just starting to strength ...

Kettlebells have skyrocketed in popularity among fitness enthusiasts seeking efficient, effective workouts. This uniquely shaped weight—resembling a cannonball with a handle—dates back to 18th century ...

Sometimes it’s all in the design. One trip to the gym and you’ll quickly learn that weights come in many forms. The kettlebell, with its handle and bottom-heavy design, begs to be used for dynamic and ...

Getting started with strength training can feel like a lot, especially with all the different exercises and conflicting advice out there. So, to make things simple, we went straight to the people who ...

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