"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." FOR AS LONG as men have clanked platters of iron onto barbells, the bench press has been a strength ...

FORT JACKSON, S.C. (March 27, 2014) -- Many health benefits for your bones, muscles, tendons and connective tissue are associated with weight training. However, for many of us, lifting weights can be ...

Not sure which barbell exercises to include in your workouts? We reveal the only seven barbell exercises you need to build size and strength.

The importance of strength training is well known. But when it comes to how to strength train, the advice can be confusing. Popular workout modalities take vastly different approaches. Low-impact ...

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 ...

The efficacy of functional isometrics lies in their ability to: Increase maximum strength: By focusing on precise positions ...

Muscle growth takes time, persistence, and a long-term commitment to the process. But it’s possible for most people with proper training programs and protein consumption. Muscle building is often a ...

While strength training is important for building muscle, so is consuming the right amount of protein. There has been continuous research and controversy about how much protein is needed to optimize ...

It's no secret that strength training offers a range of benefits, which is why it should be part of everyone's fitness routine. Strength training is just as important as heart-boosting cardio for ...

In the 1990s, the late renowned strength coach Charles Poliquin introduced a training method known as German Body Composition Training. Designed to expedite strength gains and enhance muscular balance ...