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A muscular back isn’t just a flex—there are a ton of health benefits that come with it: Having a strong back can improve your posture, reduce the risk of injury, eliminate back pain, and strengthen ...

This article was originally featured on The Conversation. Imagine you’ve just completed a tough upper-body workout. Your muscles feel a bit tired, but all in all you’re able to go about the rest of ...

Want raise your gains in the calf department? Science reveals the simple training tweak that boosts muscle size and strength ...

There you are in the gym with your headphones in, listening to your perfectly curated playlist as you tackle steps on the treadmill and reps at the squat rack. You’re on your way to achieving your ...

We've all been there before. Running along the basketball court or swimming across the pool, when, all of a sudden, we experience a sharp pain in our foot or leg. Muscle cramps are common, affect ...

New research published on Thursday finds that kettlebell training may help reduce inflammation and increase muscle strength as we age — even without a history of being physically active. If you’re ...

Why do you get sore muscles from exercise, and does being sore mean you did a good workout? Can you prevent or get rid of muscle soreness? Read on to find out. You’ve probably felt it: the day or two ...