YOU CAN CLASSIFY exercises in a number of ways—by muscle group, movement pattern, or implement used, for example—but one of the most basic methods is whether it's a compound movement (using multiple ...

Broad, well developed shoulders can make the waist appear narrower and create the strong V shaped torso that many people want. This is partly an optical ...

Shoulder workouts are a staple in modern fitness routines, but they’re also one of the most commonly misperformed training sessions. Many gym-goers focus on moving heavy dumbbells at all costs, ...

Beth Skwarecki is Lifehacker’s Senior Health Editor, and holds certifications as a personal trainer and weightlifting coach. She has been writing about health for over 10 years. We’re going to start ...