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Lifting weights is the most efficient way to get a lean physique, says CrossFit competitor turned 'Wonder Woman' actor Brooke Ence
Ence says it's a myth that weight lifting will always make women bulky, adding that strength traini…
Gabby Landsverk
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5 weight lifting myths for women and the health benefits women who lift weights gain
A common myth about weight lifting for women is that it's dangerous. In truth, strength training he…
Gabby Landsverk,Jessica Zarndt
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You don't have to do cardio for weight loss — lifting weights works just as well, research suggests
Strength training can be as effective for weight loss as cardio, as long as there's a calorie defic…
Gabby Landsverk
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3 seconds of weight lifting a day could be enough to build strength if it's intense, small study finds
A small study found three seconds of max effort lifting improved strength by about 10% in a month, …
Gabby Landsverk
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How to build strength and muscle with kettlebells — even if you've never picked up one
Kettlebells are great for dynamic, full-body workouts. Beginners should focus on basic exercises li…
Gabby Landsverk
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4 tips for getting abs as a fitness beginner, according to a personal trainer
Newbie gains are a major perk of starting strength training and can lead to quick progress, which h…
Gabby Landsverk
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Doing just 30 minutes of muscle-building workouts a week can reduce your risk of dying from cancer or heart disease, study finds
A half hour of muscle-building exercise like push-ups may be enough to reduce your risk of dying fr…
Gabby Landsverk
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The 'Kettlebell Guy' hand-delivers hard to find weights in New York City during the pandemic
With online stores sold out of weights, you may not be able to buy fitness equipment for a month or…
Gabby Landsverk
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Jillian Michaels, founder of the 30-Day Shred, says CrossFit doesn't allow enough time for recovery from its intense workouts
The celebrity trainer once again urged caution with CrossFit, which includes Olympic-style weight-l…
Gabby Landsverk
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Champion powerlifter Tamara Walcott cycles her training to build strength and beat world records without burning out. Here's how she does it.
Tamara Walcott, a mom of two, started powerlifting just five years ago. Now she sets world records …
Gabby Landsverk
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Jamie Foxx doesn't have a personal trainer or lift weights - he swears by doing pull-ups to stay fit and toned
Actor Jamie Foxx doesn't use expensive weights in his workouts. He just has a pull-up bar in his be…
Jackson Thompson
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I've been weight lifting for 5 years. Here are 6 things about getting fit I wish I'd known at the start
I learned exercise is overrated for fat loss, lifting doesn't make you "bulky," and "toning" is a m…
Rachel Hosie
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More men should do Pilates to build strength and flexibility, says NFL Hall-of-Famer Cris Carter
NFL Hall-of-Famer Cris Carter says his wife got him into Pilates. After 50 sessions, he'd lost weig…
Jackson Thompson
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5 health benefits of lifting weights and how to do it safely
Lifting weights can help you build muscle, burn fat, strengthen bones and joints, and improve long-…
Marissa Cruz Lemar
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Margot Robbie's fitness routine doesn't include weight lifting, but that approach may not work for you
Margot Robbie's long-time personal trainer David Higgins favors pilates, but strength-training prov…
Rachel Hosie
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Weight-lifting products that can be used at home are in high demand as gyms remain shuttered because of the coronavirus
Peloton, the luxury stationary bike company, has also seen an increase in orders amid shelter-in-pl…
Graham Rapier
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I've stopped losing weight even though I'm exercising regularly and eating healthy. How do I break through the plateau?
When your body's smaller, you need fewer calories, so if you're not losing weight you're likely eat…
Rachel Hosie
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I trained with kettlebell experts and learned I was using the weights all wrong. Here are 3 of my mistakes and how I fixed them.
Using kettlebells incorrectly can cause wrist pain or bruises. During a swing, don't grip the kettl…
Rachel Hosie
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An Olympic weightlifter said he doesn't bench press because the exercise restricts his shoulder mobility
Lü Xiaojun advised professional weightlifters to avoid the movement, however it's still beneficial …
Rachel Hosie
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'Progressive overload' is the key to fitness progress that you might be missing. Here's what it means.
Progressive overload is the difference between exercise and training, and it's essential for reachi…