To get better, runner’s need to run. That we know. But they also need to incorporate strength training into their routines if they really want to make strides. The stronger your muscles, “the more ...
IF YOU'RE looking to equip your home gym with some great weight lifting equipment that will allow you to go ultra-heavy, then it’s time to explore purchasing a solid barbell and weight plates. They're ...
In terms of strength training essentials, the barbell is one of the discipline’s most iconic. Versatile and sturdy. Simple yet intricate. These fitness tools can be the foundation for a number of ...
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. Pop quiz: You want to ...
When you lift heavy over time, you build reserves of strength. You accrue power for now, and also for later. It requires ...
YOU'RE STEPPING into the gym, ready to unleash your inner beast and build that iron-clad strength. But hold up—do you need a barbell pad for your workout? It's time to get the lowdown on these babies ...