I’ve been lifting weights for more than a decade now and, bar a misinformed early phase dominated by bicep curls, I’ve been doing heavy squats for most of this time. But despite this, I’ve never worn ...

Begin holding weight in both hands at a 90-degree angle and stand with feet about shoulder width apart. Squat down, staying back on the heels and keeping both feet flat on the ground. Return to start ...

The purpose of high-intensity interval training (HIIT) is to challenge the body by frequently changing the intensity of the exercise and the type of movement you are doing. For example, adding a set ...

Needless to say that to stay fit and get in shape, it is vital to train every muscle of your body. But when it comes to leg day, most people share a love-hate relationship with it. Reason being the ...

Take this simple squat test to see if your lower-body strength after 50 is below average, solid, or truly elite.

The benefits of adding squats to your workout routine are well known: powerful legs, healthier knee joints, a stronger lower back, fat loss, muscle gain and flexibility. But once you’ve mastered the ...

Build stronger legs after 50 with 5 joint-friendly chair exercises targeting quads, glutes, and hamstrings—no heavy weights ...

T he Bulgarian split squat is one of the most effective and feared exercises in the gym. Not only is it a dreaded lower-body ...

Directions: Perform each exercise for 30 seconds, and repeat. Cool down with a few minutes of stretching (find inspiration here). This cardio move is great for runners; it not only works the lower ...