Traditional bodybuilding advice has been to push workouts to the point of failure, and that soreness is an indicator of effectiveness. But recent studies show there’s another way ...

Weight loss is often framed as a simple equation of eating less and moving more, but that explanation misses one of the most important drivers of long-term fat loss: muscle. Gaining muscle changes how ...

If you're procrastinating working out, here's one less excuse. Short gym sessions can be enough to build meaningful strength ...

A bodybuilding researcher said that for most people, less time in the gym can lead to better gains. Save time and build more muscle by choosing the right exercises, equipment, and techniques. Smart, ...

We asked a sports MD and a physical therapist.

Building muscle has huge health benefits, but working out takes time. So what's the least amount of time you can spend at the gym and still see the benefits? Research shows it's less than you'd think.

In other words, relax—a week or two off when you’re sick or traveling isn’t a dealbreaker.

It's easy to assume that more is better when it comes to working out, but that’s not necessarily true. In fact, overtraining can leave you tired, sore, and frustrated, especially if you’re not seeing ...

I used to be the girl who would do anything to get out of gym class—doctor’s note included. I didn’t grow up athletic, and the idea of exercising in front of other people made me anxious. Fitness just ...