The zombie squat is a bodyweight exercise that strengthens your quads and tests posture. Here's how to do it and the benefits.

That's one of the Ten (or so, we're not actually counting) Gym Commandments—and it can be one of the toughest ones to follow. Schedules get filled up, excuses get made, and sometimes, working out your ...

It’s named after Ed Zercher, a Strongman competitor from America in the 1930s and, although a little more technical than traditional barbell squats, they can be a good variation for beginners. They ...

The standard barbell squat has served as a foundational pillar for strength-training programs for 100 years. Few other movements challenge as many muscle groups as effectively as the squat. This week, ...

A squat variation trending on Instagram can work your core and legs, but beginners may be better off focusing on easier moves, a personal trainer said.

As a trainer, it’s my job to support my clients and get them to do things they never thought they could do. One of the biggest challenges, especially with my clients who are women, is the barbell.

Ready for leg day? I’ve already shared my favorite exercises for hamstrings and for your glutes (a.k.a. your butt). It’s time to tackle the main muscle group we think of when we think of legs: the ...

Strength and stability are essential before resuming running. These five exercises target the lower body and core to help runners ease back into training safely.

As one who enjoys working out, I’ve learned that if you desire to get in better shape, you cannot shy away from difficult exercises. As a matter of fact, when you embrace a difficult exercise, you ...

We may earn a commission from links on this page. At most gyms, there’s a cylindrical pad on the floor somewhere near the squat rack. (If it’s not there, check the Smith machine.) When I first started ...