Start with these staple dumbbell exercises for your workouts to build muscle and strength on the way to a new you.

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Getty Images So, you have access to a pair of dumbbells and want to build muscle, but are ...

Stepping into the gym for the first time is a nerve-wracking experience, but stepping into the gym for the first time and having no idea what to do is even more daunting. That’s why we’ve called upon ...

For a program to be most effective, Washington recommends sticking to it for at least four to five weeks before changing it ...

BUILDING UP YOUR body isn't as complicated as you might think. Over-involved fitness routines might have discouraged you from taking to the gym in the past—but if you're ready and willing to put the ...

A good squat goal for beginners is typically 0.75 to 1x bodyweight for a solid set of 3 reps, with good form. A good bench ...

WHY YOU NEED IT: Every move must have a purpose when you’re so near maintenance calories, and the snatch checks multiple ...

The American Heart Association recommends strength training at least twice a week. Even weight training just once a week can reduce the risk of a heart attack or stroke, one study found! And most of ...