I was inspired to work with strength coach Samantha Rothberg, CSCS, after interviewing her for a Runner’s World story on advanced strength workouts for runners to do in the offseason. Her approach to ...

If you’re heading to the gym closer to two to three times a week, it may be more beneficial to complete full-body lifts to ...

Researchers explain why lifting heavy isn't the only way to spark muscle growth. Plus, how to safely lift heavy, and other ...

Beth Skwarecki is Lifehacker’s Senior Health Editor, and holds certifications as a personal trainer and weightlifting coach. She has been writing about health for over 10 years. If you’re a runner, it ...

Lift and Shred is Jillian's incredibly effective weight lifting workout program that will boost metabolism, burn fat and build a lean sexy physique. It is comprised of two 30-minute workouts that ...

UNLESS YOU HAVE the free time to hit the gym more than once a day, you're likely combining cardio and weight training into one massive workout block. So, which should you do first: cardio or weights?

Strength training is different from a simple cardio workout, which often only requires throwing on a pair of shoes and going outside for a run or a walk. For instance, you generally have to have some ...

Both bodyweight exercises and weightlifting are uniquely effective at building strength. Which is better for you depends on ...

In Workout 2 of the WH Glute Gains Challenge, the glute medius is the star performer—and for good reason. The gluteus medius ...

Beth Skwarecki is Lifehacker’s Senior Health Editor, and holds certifications as a personal trainer and weightlifting coach. She has been writing about health for over 10 years. Lifting is about as ...

If you regularly hit up the weight room, you may have noticed some folks with lifting belts strapped around their waists as they deadlift, squat, or do other big moves. The belts can look like a wider ...