Here's everything you need to know to get started packing on muscle with dumbbells, kettlebells, and barbells.

For a program to be most effective, Washington recommends sticking to it for at least four to five weeks before changing it ...

The weight room at the gym can be an intimidating place. The equipment looks like it could crush you if you use it wrong. People grunt as they haul heavy things up and down. And why don’t these ...

If you want to lift your grandkids, get up the stairs, haul groceries, and conquer all of life’s adventures with confidence as you age, here’s the science-backed secret: lift weights. Yep, those ...

Does strength training mean lifting hundreds of pounds of weight over your head? That’s what many people automatically ...

In a recent article, strength training in your late 50s and early 60s, we discussed the benefits of strength training (at any age) and how to get started if you are new to training. While the title ...

While there are many benefits of strength training that don’t involve changing your body composition, experts often recommend ...

New to the weight room? This routine is for you. New to the weight room? This routine is for you. Credit...Theodore Tae/The New York Times Supported by By Alyssa Ages Photographs and Video by Theodore ...

Strength training is an important aspect of fitness. But you may find it daunting when you glance at the weights or complicated machines at the gym, wondering how to use them. Luckily, there’s an ...

A good squat goal for beginners is typically 0.75 to 1x bodyweight for a solid set of 3 reps, with good form. A good bench ...

It's no secret that the benefits of strength training—particularly for postmenopausal women—are numerous, from building muscle to increasing longevity and so much more. But starting out can feel ...