Experts say the secret to feeling strong in the long term is to focus less on the size of a muscle and more on what it can ...

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In our efforts to live longer, healthier lives, it’s easy to hone in on any new science that offers a quick, low-effort solution. In the last few years, grip strength has caught the attention of ...

Peloton and Planet Fitness are expanding their investments in strength over cardio equipment as more women and young people opt for weights at the gym. Planet Fitness changed its gyms up to focus on ...

Everything you need to know about fitting strength workouts into your half training, so you’re strong and injury-proof come ...

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Functional strength training involves exercises that mimic everyday activities, such as climbing stairs. It aims to improve people’s movement in their daily lives or their performance in certain ...

Yes, running more—provided you build up gradually over time—can make you a better runner, but it’s hardly the only piece of the puzzle. Strength training is a huge factor too: Adding it to your ...

Unless you’re deep into the world of optimization, you might not know how to improve your grip strength, or why that's even important. Sure, toting around your grocery bags can be testing if you’re ...

Beth Skwarecki is Lifehacker’s Senior Health Editor, and holds certifications as a personal trainer and weightlifting coach. She has been writing about health for over 10 years. Two years ago, ...