How low can you go (and still build muscle)? Why strength training matters at any age

Even modest amounts of strength training, even with lighter weights, can meaningfully preserve muscle and maintain your ...
Women's Health

Struggling to make gym progress? Increase your sets and reps

When it comes to building muscle, you may not be sure if more is more. Some advice suggests those who struggle to build muscle should work out using lower volume (fewer reps, sets and overall workload ...

The most underrated strength training method is also the fastest

Sure, multiple sets can still work, but one of the strongest takeaways from recent studies is that there’s no single “right” way to train for strength. Ultimately, consistency and challenging the ...
Yahoo

This Low-Impact Strength Workout Is Ideal For Beginners

Strength training has many benefits, from improved body composition to healthier bones. But if you’re new to exercise, or you’re returning after a lay-off or injury, you might see people performing ...
Runner's World

High reps vs. low reps: This is what’s better for building strength, according to new research

To boost your running performance, you consider strength training, but now you’ve got two major questions. Is that effort really necessary? And should I do high reps at a lower weight or low reps at a ...