If you want to lift your grandkids, get up the stairs, haul groceries, and conquer all of life’s adventures with confidence as you age, here’s the science-backed secret: lift weights. Yep, those ...

Fifty years ago, the prevailing wisdom was that children should not lift weights until they are past puberty and well into their teens. It was thought that lifting weights could stunt growth caused by ...

If you're new to lifting or have felt intimidated by the squat rack, you're not alone. Despite being one of the most powerful tools and best gym equipment additions, it can be underused by beginners ...

Grant R. Tomkinson has received funding from the National Health and Medical Research Council, National Institutes of Health, and Public Health Agency of Canada. Hunter Bennett and Max Nelson do not ...

The benefits of strength training are well known—they include lower blood pressure, more efficient metabolism, and healthier bone density. Plus, getting stronger can increase mobility as you age, ...

It’s never too late to start living healthier. When it comes to daily habits that can extend lifespan, improve quality of life, and help you look and feel your best, lifting weights ranks among one of ...

Weight lifting helps burn calories and boosts your metabolism. Increasing the weight you lift gradually will help you avoid ...

It's no secret that the benefits of strength training – particularly for postmenopausal women – are numerous, from building muscle to increasing longevity and so much more. But starting out can feel ...