If you’re looking to supercharge your strength and pack on some muscle, the barbell is the G.O.A.T. It's one of the most versatile pieces of equipment (alongside a pair of dumbbells) that you can ...

The next time you hit the gym for back and biceps day, consider adding these three barbell exercises to your upper body routine. Anyone can benefit from the moves below, including barbell beginners, ...

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

You can use a barbell in the usual way, but what if there were a technique that could switch things up? That’s where the ...

Trainers say a handful of simple exercises—like presses, curls, and push-up variations—effectively build upper-arm strength.

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After months (maybe years) of performing three sets of 12 reps on repeat, your muscles are likely craving a fresh—and heavier—training routine. One path forward: the 5x5 workout plan. The ...

For strong, powerful legs, you need to work both your quads (on the front of your thighs), and hamstrings (on the back). For the quads, squats are a given. But what are the best exercises to hit the ...

Strengthening your shoulder muscles with exercises like bent-over row and mountain climbers can help you gain definition and maintain mobility.