For people who don't enjoy the gym—or want to avoid expensive membership fees—there are plenty of other ways to build strength, including Pilates, dumbbells, or local parks with fitness equipment.

Both bodyweight exercises and weightlifting are uniquely effective at building strength. Which is better for you depends on ...

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Functional fitness exercises include those that mirror real-life movements, such as squats, deadlifts, and walking lunges. A new report suggests that doing these can help athletes improve their ...

As new research suggests that core strength and muscle are more important for long-term fitness than aerobic exercise, Harry ...

We are all creatures of habit, tending to follow whatever routine seems the most doable. We forget that this scenario also applies to exercise, which can leave the body out of balance.

This article is part of a broad series on recent advances in the science and medicine of longevity and aging. The series covers a range of topics, including musculoskeletal health. Expect more ...

Strength training is increasingly popular among women, and for good reason; research shows it can have benefits for heart ...

Healthy ageing is about staying independent, maintaining mobility and continuing to enjoy everyday activities as you get ...

Runners, you've gotta lift. And lifters, sets of 10 do not count as cardio.

Ageing doesn't have to be synonymous with physical deterioration and loss of vitality. But when we hit 50, should we prioritise cardio or strength training to maintain our health? Maybe it's even ...