It’s not taking a pill: it’s strength training. Strength training offers “a multitude of benefits,” says Craig Hensley, ...

Starting a strength training routine has been on my to-do list for way too long. Four years to be exact. When I first learned about sarcopenia—age-related muscle loss—I found out muscle mass actually ...

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If you’ve vowed to start strength training but can’t seem to make a routine stick, you’re not alone. Nathaniel Serrurier, CSCS, a personal trainer and doctoral student at Columbia University’s RunLab, ...

As 2026 begins, many people are rethinking fitness goals beyond quick weight loss or short-term routines. Strength training is gaining attention as a practical way to feel stronger, move more ...

Strength training might be intimidating and seem like it’s just for people who grunt in squat racks or live in gym clothes. But the truth is, strength training is for everyone. It’s one of the ...

Strength training is one of the best, science-backed strategies for supporting your body as you age – it can quite literally transform the trajectory of your health. The sooner you start, the more ...

Now, at 55 years old, I’m a CrossFit trainer and certified sports nutritionist who throws a barbell around daily and competes in fitness challenges, and I’m feeling stronger and more alive than ever.

Nick Blackmer is a librarian, fact-checker, and researcher with more than 20 years of experience in consumer-facing health and wellness content. According to new research, you may want to hit the ...

New research and federal guidelines confirm that building muscle isn’t just for the young — it’s a powerful strategy for longevity, mobility, and independence at any age.