"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." THE WORST THING you can do in the gym? Go through the motions. Use the same weight for the same number of ...

Gym-goers often debate rep ranges for strength and muscle gain. New research suggests effort is more crucial than specific rep counts. A study found similar muscle growth and strength improvements ...

Gym lore says that rep range determines whether you'll build strength, muscle, or endurance. However, load, speed, and "time under tension" are actually more important than the number of reps. Your ...

It's a super common question, and it's great that you're asking because finding the right weight is key not only for seeing results but also for training safely and having fun. Let's demystify it ...

New to the gym? Almost any type of resistance training is likely to increase your strength and muscle size. But it becomes more important to follow a program that fits your specific training goals as ...

THE PULLUP IS one of the cornerstone exercises in fitness. The bodyweight staple grows your back, builds strength, and provides a solid benchmark of real-world capability. The downside? It’s really ...

Picking the right weight dumbbells is like shopping for clothing: You won’t know what works for you until you actually try it (on). It’d be great if there was some magic equation that would calculate ...