Many people start strength training because they want to build muscle. That’s a great goal – building muscle can help you look and feel great. It improves your metabolism, self-esteem, and overall ...

Building muscle depends on several factors and isn't something that'll happen overnight after just one workout.

Have you ever taken a break from working out and, when you return, you find yourself getting back in shape faster than it took to get there the first time? Or maybe you learned to ride a bike as a kid ...

Squatting is a common exercise that many likely learned in gym class. However, do you know the proper form for a squat and what muscles it works? Ensuring you're doing a squat correctly is essential ...

Some workouts leave you buzzing, muscles pumping, and energy on high. Others leave you wondering if you made any progress at all. The difference often comes down to more than just the weight on the ...

Face exercises and face yoga promise sculpted, toned results — but do they work like a real workout? Experts explain how facial training affects muscles, lymphatic drainage, and visible definition.

Scientists discover that muscles repair themselves by moving thousands of internal nuclei, a rapid process that is key after ...

You don’t start from zero after taking time off. Here’s why your body bounces back. Ever taken a long break from the gym, whether because of an injury, burnout, or just life, and found that your body ...

When you train your muscles (either by lifting weights, running, or doing resistance work), you create tiny microtears in your muscle fibers. While this might sound detrimental, it’s actually a good ...

You’ve been hitting the gym consistently, following your workout plan to the letter, and pushing yourself through every rep. In the beginning, the results were exciting—visible changes in the mirror, ...

Christina is a freelance writer, registered dietitian, and sustainable food systems professional. She feels most passionately about improving the health of the planet and its people through sharing ...