FOR FELLAS OVER 40, few exercises pack a more versatile (and important) punch than the lunge. We lose muscle as we age—that's just a fact of life. Stability and balance become more difficult.

A trainer shares the lunge benchmark after 50 for top-tier leg strength, plus why lower-body power protects balance and bones ...

If you've ever seen a powerlifter deadlift upwards of 600 pounds you're probably asking yourself "How did they get here?" While they'll surely tell you it came after years of repeating the beloved ...

Lunges and squats are both popular strength exercises for your lower body. There are a ton of variations of these moves — some that may even look and feel almost identical. When it comes to lunges and ...

Editor’s note: Dana Santas, known as the “Mobility Maker,” is a certified strength and conditioning specialist and mind-body coach in professional sports, and is the author of the book “Practical ...

A swole upper body might look good on Instagram, but for real-life practicality, you also need a bit of leg work. Stronger legs help power all manner of activities from cycling to swimming, as this ...

I consider stationary lunges a “meat and potatoes” type of lower-body exercise, and for good reason. In one move, I can target multiple muscle groups—including the glutes, quads, hamstrings, and ...

Milo Bryant is a performance coach as well as an experienced journalist. He’s also in his 50s—and his book Unstoppable After 40 gives you the roadmap to do more than merely remain active as you ...