Experts say the secret to feeling strong in the long term is to focus less on the size of a muscle and more on what it can ...
The best moves, plus ideal reps, sets, and weight.
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 ...
Plus, how it differs from strength training and expert tips to program workouts for both approaches.
Functional strength training involves exercises that mimic everyday activities, such as climbing stairs. It aims to improve people’s movement in their daily lives or their performance in certain ...
The time of day you work out can influence your strength, power, and muscle growth. But more important than the time itself is consistency.
Balance is crucial for staying upright and involves visual, vestibular, and proprioceptive systems. Age-related decline in cognitive function, vision, and the vestibular system can compromise balance.
If you think muscle is just about looking fit or lifting heavier in the gym, think again. New research highlights something far more critical: your muscle strength could be a key predictor of how long ...
“Isometrics are a powerful training tool, especially for runners,” says Speer. “Holding positions for 30 to 60 seconds, such as lunges and single-leg balances help strengthen muscles, connective ...
Getting out of a chair shouldn't be a struggle. Yet for many older adults, simple everyday movements like this become increasingly difficult as our muscles break down and weaken with age, a process ...
Randal Claytor is an associate professor of kinesiology, nutrition and health at Miami University. When you enter the gym, which way should you head first? Toward the treadmills and spin studio to get ...