The push-up (or press-up) is the do-everything, no-kit exercise for the upper body – and maybe one of the best overall exercises you can do, period. If your motivations are more immediately ...

Rest day or a light cardio day. Do 10 minutes each on the rowing machine, bike and elliptical cross trainer. Do intervals on ...

Building muscle is a common goal, but it comes with a lot of questions, especially about nutrition. As a dietitian, I often hear people ask, “How much protein do I need to build muscle?” The interest ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Getting started with a strength training routine can feel a bit intimidating to say the least. After all, ...

When it comes to our fitness routine, summer can throw a wrench in even the best-laid plans. Erratic schedules make it more difficult to consistently prioritize workouts, hot weather can make ...

Look, I used to think bulking just meant eating everything in sight and calling it a day. Shovel more food down, hit the gym hard, and boom – gains, right? Wrong. I spent months eating 4,000 calories ...

Some workouts leave you buzzing, muscles pumping, and energy on high. Others leave you wondering if you made any progress at all. The difference often comes down to more than just the weight on the ...

If you're looking to build muscle, hitting the gym might be your first move. But how does protein intake factor into your bulking plan? The Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) for protein is 0.36 ...

The push-up (or press-up, or push-up, take your pick) is the do-everything, no-kit exercise for the upper body – and maybe one of the best overall exercises you can do, period. Every body is different ...

Most meal plans ignore your body’s natural clock – syncing protein and carbs with your hormone cycles can boost muscle growth by up to 23% Micronutrients like zinc, magnesium, and B-vitamins work ...

Exercise can be a great way to lose weight, especially paired with the right diet. But if you are looking to build muscle, you may want to exercise while maintaining your current weight instead of ...

Muscle growth (hypertrophy) is not a quick process. It requires time, commitment, and consistency and is about more than lifting weights. It also involves a thoughtful training plan, eating adequately ...