The leg press machine is one of those gym staples that looks simple, but can be surprisingly tricky if you don’t know what you’re doing. Walk into any gym, and you’re bound to see someone loading up ...
Leg day is crucial for overall strength, balance, and athletic performance, despite its grueling reputation. This guide ...
Besides clocking a few miles here and there on the treadmill, the gym may not be the first place that comes to mind when you think about reaching your PR. But it does, in fact, offer some unique ...
When it comes to gym machines, the leg press is a solid choice for isolating your lower body. As a compound exercise that hits multiple lower-body muscle groups at once, it's also a great way to work ...
It’s no secret that consistent running is important for progress, but what about strength training? When visiting a gym, runners may feel inclined to stick with the treadmill, but research reveals ...
You walk into the gym, it's leg day, and you're standing in front of the squat rack or heading towards the leg press machine. Both promise power, strength, and rock-solid muscles in your lower body.
You’ve probably heard it a million times: “Nothing beats squats for leg day!” But what if I told you there might actually be a better option for toning those legs? As a certified personal trainer, ...
Want to build more leg strength, muscle and power? Look no further than the barbell back squat and leg press, two compound exercises that promise to give your lower body muscles a run for their money ...
Lifting at your local gym can be intimidating. Here’s a beginner-friendly guide to the weight room. By Alyssa Ages Alyssa Ages is a competitive strongwoman athlete and a former personal trainer, but ...