Research shows the importance of resistance training in perimenopause through postmenopause for maintaining muscle mass and ...

For many newcomers, working out can be an intimidating activity. The weights can be heavy, there’s a number of movements to know and if you misjudge how much weight you can move, you can easily ...

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From old-school tools like dumbbells and kettlebells to cutting edge tech like the Tonal integrated resistance training device, there’s no shortage of fitness equipment available for outfitting your ...

Muscle contractions during resistance training are performed by eccentric (ECC, lowering phase), concentric (CON, lifting phase) or isometric muscle contractions. Because ECC and CON are contraction ...

Not only did I avoid losing strength after a year of working out as a full-time traveller, but I actually got stronger’ ...

Resistance bands are an easy way to introduce yourself to strength training. They are versatile and start at a very low resistance, helping you build your strength. Whether you are recovering from ...

IF YOU WANT to gain muscle, your first instinct may be to head to the gym and hit the dumbbells. And while lifting will never go out of style (in our humble opinion), we're here to tell you that's not ...