We all know that muscle loss is a natural part of aging. The problem is, it often starts much earlier than we realize. The signs of muscle loss can be subtle. You may have noticed it’s a little harder ...

Correspondence to Dr Signe Kierkegaard-Brøchner, H-Hip, Orthopaedic Surgery and Physio and Occupational Therapy, Horsens Regional Hospital, Horsens, Denmark; signkier{at}rm.dk In this edition, we are ...

Running can be a challenging cardio workout for the body but what muscles are used for running? The exercise is often referred to as a full-body workout, but certain muscles and muscle fiber types are ...

Shoulder exercises like windmills and bench press target the right muscles for building strength. Some equipment-free shoulder exercises include mountain climbers and push-ups. You use your shoulders ...

Leg day, arm day, ab day—but what about lat day? Lats are the largest muscles in your upper body and the core of any workout routine. Most people use the term lats, but the scientific name for the lat ...

Whether you’re an avid climber or a newbie, rock climbing requires strength, good balance, and mental fortitude. From your upper back to your toes, you use many muscles when you climb. It’s a great ...

If you want to challenge multiple muscle groups with compound movements, this core, back, and arms workout is for you. How many muscles is your workout activating? If you don’t need to bust out a ...

Having strong thigh muscles may reduce the need for total knee replacement in people with knee osteoarthritis. In particular, having stronger quadriceps muscles compared to the hamstrings muscles may ...

When you think of training your upper body, your mind likely jumps to muscles like the biceps, triceps, shoulders, and chest. Yes, these are all so important for a strong bod. But your routine may be ...

These days, most people understand the importance of basic core strengthening, but functional core workouts are essential for building a resilient body that can handle everything from carrying heavy ...

Muscles aren’t just for athletes and bodybuilders. Whether you’re walking to the corner store in West Philly, dancing in Germantown, or recovering from surgery in North Philly, your muscles are ...

Dana Santas, known as the “Mobility Maker,” is a certified strength and conditioning specialist and mind-body coach in professional sports, and is the author of the book “Practical Solutions for Back ...