If you're new to lifting, you don't want to start with more specialized and, let's face it, awkward exercises like pistol squats and cossack squats. To build foundational muscle and strength, it's ...

You may recognize that strength training will support your run performance. You may even realize that heavy lifting will improve your performance, as research shows. But figuring out what workouts to ...

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 ...

There are a lot of training trends worth skipping (outlandishly overcomplicated or downright dangerous exercises are a surefire sign to steer well clear), but the 5x5 workout, for a lot of people, isn ...

The 5x5 workout focuses on compound exercises, which means you’re working multiple muscle groups at once, says Michael Hamlin, CSCS, a strength and conditioning specialist and the founder of Everflex ...