MOST THINGS WE do are forward-facing. We walk forward, reach forward, bend forward—of course, because we primarily see in front of us. That’s caused us to put an emphasis on the aesthetics of the ...

Because the torso remains parallel to the floor, the Pendlay row places a high demand on the mid-back muscles, including the lats, rhomboids, traps and rear delts, helping to build torso width and ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." THE PULLUP IS the apex of all bodyweight exercises. The movement is one of the few you can use to train ...

The next time you hit the gym for back and biceps day, consider adding these three barbell exercises to your upper body routine. Anyone can benefit from the moves below, including barbell beginners, ...

If you’re aiming for more back strength, stop walking by the cable machine at the gym. You’re missing out on an effective back workout when you do. Yes, there are tons of exercises out there for back ...

Jakob Roze, CSCS, is a health writer and high-end personal trainer. He is the founder and CEO of RozeFit, a high-end concierge personal training practice and online blog. • Strengthening your back ...

The back is one of the most crucial areas to strengthen when it comes to overall fitness, yet it often doesn’t get the attention it deserves in many workout routines. There is often a “if I can’t see ...