Why: “This is a nice way to add lower back action to your back workout,” Samuel says. By rowing in a static bent-over position, your lower back muscles will work overtime to hold your torso at a ...

It’s no secret that barbells tend to be a go-to for many fitness enthusiasts. But if you’re looking to take your strength training game to the next level, you may want to start incorporating dumbbells ...

This is one of the most fundamental dumbbell exercises for the lats, says TJ Mentus, a certified personal trainer. “The lats work to pull the elbows into the sides and keep the shoulders back,” he ...

The American Heart Association recommends strength training at least twice a week. Even weight training just once a week can reduce the risk of a heart attack or stroke, one study found! And most of ...

If you aren't able to get to the gym, but still want to work your chest, Cavaliere has a quick, bodyweight-only workout, perfect for at-home training that you can try instead. We also love his ...

Your back may not be the first area that comes to mind when strength training to tone your muscles. But it quickly becomes top of mind when pain creeps up. Unfortunately, both lower back pain and ...

You may have heard the terms "pull" and "push" thrown around by fitness influencers or trainers. But what exactly does a "pull-day" workout mean? It's exactly what it sounds like: a workout comprised ...

You can perform bat wing rows with dumbbells or two kettlebells, with a weight bench positioned at either an incline or completely flat. Sapstead says he prefers the latter because it removes the ...

One 2019 study, published in PLoS One, found that an eight-week core training program improved balance and core endurance ...

Seniors can significantly boost strength, stability, and independence with simple dumbbell exercises. Targeting key muscle groups, these movements mimic daily actions, aiding in fall prevention and ...