There's a quote from the TV drama Desperate Housewives that's stuck with me for years: "I have the upper body strength of a kitten." The phrase was originally employed by fictitious former model ...

There's nothing wrong with having a favorite workout, but if you never switch up your routine, you're bound to hit a plateau. As a trainer, I'm a fan of utilizing various training modalities like ...

Gym machines may look cool, but when it comes to building muscle and strength in your upper body, all you really need is the humble dumbbell and this workout. Perfect if you’re pushed for time, this ...

When paired with barre's signature small and repetitive movements, light weights can pack a whole lot of arm-toning power — feel it for yourself with this beginner barre arm workout curated by Andrea ...

Learn the basics of planking to strengthen your core, tone your arms, and improve overall stability. Perfect for beginners ...

Getting started with strength training doesn’t have to be intimidating. With just a pair of dumbbells and a bit of guidance, ...

How many times have you clicked the link for a “beginner” workout video to try at home, or signed up for a beginner class, only to feel completely overwhelmed? It can be hard not to wonder, Has the ...

Pilates was created in the 1920s in New York City by Joseph Pilates and many of its exercises were originally used to help World War I patients rehabilitate injuries. Today, Pilates is used more for ...

You can train your arms using a variety of equipment including dumbbells, ropes, bands, and kettlebells. A lot of arm exercises work your biceps, triceps, and shoulders all at the same time. Some ...

This article was reviewed by Craig Primack, MD, FACP, FAAP, FOMA. “Right to the core,” “core values,” and “hardcore.” These little idioms highlight just how vital the concept of “core” is in our lives ...

Isometric training is contracting a muscle group and holding a position to build muscle, lower blood pressure, improve ...