Creatine is one of the most researched and effective supplements in fitness—but its benefits go far beyond the gym. Here’s ...

They say that “knowledge is power”, but you know what else is power? Deadlifting twice your body weight and benching 100kg/220lbs. And to do that, you must know what compound exercises are and how to ...

You've heard the phrase "simple, but effective." Compound exercises beg to differ. By getting more of your body working, compound movements give you more bang for your workout buck than isolation ...

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Getty Images/Kobus Louw When we reach our fifties, sarcopenia, or the loss of muscle mass ...

Wondering how many pull-ups you should do daily to build strength and muscle? Here's the ideal rep range based on your goals ...

UCLA researchers have identified a compound that can reproduce the effect of exercise in muscle cells in mice. The findings are published in the journal Cell Reports Medicine. Normally, muscles get ...

What it does: The dumbbell bench press is a compound exercise that builds strength and size in your pectoral (chest) muscles.

BOSTON - New research finds that a compound in coffee could help you stay strong as you age. As we get older, we tend to lose muscle mass and strength putting us at higher risk for mobility problems, ...

Hold a dumbbell or kettlebell at shoulder height. Brace your core and press the weight overhead. Lower it slowly back to the ...

Anyone who's ever embarked on the pursuit of muscle growth knows that it takes a long time to pack on the mass. If you're like most people, you're probably looking for a way to expedite the tedious ...

NEW ORLEANS — Researchers in Louisiana have made a discovery that could one day treat two problems common to aging, losing muscle while gaining fat. The ground-breaking research is just out today in a ...

Studies indicate that cold exposure slightly increases calorie expenditure as the body works harder to maintain core temperature.