BUILDING UP YOUR body isn't as complicated as you might think. Over-involved fitness routines might have discouraged you from taking to the gym in the past—but if you're ready and willing to put the ...

Toning your arms may be one of your aesthetic goals. But you should not aim to have toned and strong arms just because they look good. They are essential in making daily tasks like lifting and ...

Arm exercises with weights are are a guaranteed way to build upper-body strength, but which ones should you go for? Whatever your fitness MO - whether you're an avid gym workout lover or home-workout ...

Skip the floor crunches—this standing abs workout with a dumbbell will help you build ripped abs and a strong core from head ...

Beth Skwarecki is Lifehacker’s Senior Health Editor. She has a bachelor’s degree in biology, has written two books, and is a certified personal trainer. She’s been writing about health, fitness, and ...

There’s no doubt about it, stronger glutes can make a stronger runner. And all runners need strong glutes—not just sprinters. By building up this key muscle, distance runners can gain improved ...

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The core gets a lot of attention when it comes to aesthetics. But your torso muscles—which include your abs, back, glutes, and hip flexors—play a crucial role in running that goes way beyond looks.