Sure, the barbell gets a lot of praise for its strength-boosting benefits, but in some scenarios, it’s not the right tool for the job. Especially for those new to barbell exercises like deadlifts and ...

Before you can lift a loaded barbell, you have to find a bar and load some plates onto it. At some gyms, there’s only one type of bar, and it weighs 45 pounds, and that’s all you need to know. But ...

Strongway Gym Supplies has recently announced the addition of Olympic bumper plates and standard 1‑inch plates to its home ...

To get better, runner’s need to run. That we know. But they also need to incorporate strength training into their routines if they really want to make strides. The stronger your muscles, “the more ...

If the goal of your exercise regimen is better overall health (and, let’s be honest, some calorie burn and a bit more muscle, too), strength training should be in regular rotation. And while you don’t ...

Health experts recommend strength training as the main priority for older adults to prevent muscle decline and maintain ...

Forget technique tweaks, supplements, or searching for just the right exercise. The way to make more progress is to lift more. The point of lifting weights is to challenge your body, such that your ...