If you've ever seen a powerlifter deadlift upwards of 600 pounds you're probably asking yourself "How did they get here?" While they'll surely tell you it came after years of repeating the beloved ...

If you've been hitting back squats hard, it may be time to introduce a different exercise: the Bulgarian split squat. Modifying exercises every 3 to 4 weeks keeps your workouts fresh and ensures that ...

Plus, common mistakes to avoid.

Lunges and squats are both popular strength exercises for your lower body. There are a ton of variations of these moves — some that may even look and feel almost identical. When it comes to lunges and ...

Traditional squats aren't the be-all and end-all when it comes to building lower-body strength. In fact, for those who need to even out muscular imbalances, build single-leg (unilateral) strength for ...

The split squat to overhead press is a great exercise to improve balance and overall strength, according to Brigette Williams of Living Balanced. You must find a kettlebell or dumbbell in a weight ...

Most fitness enthusiasts will be familiar with the Bulgarian split squat, but its lesser-known sister, the wall-assisted Bulgarian split squat, can deliver an even more effective lower-body workout.

Back squats are one of the three main power lifts. However, most people lack the mobility to do them correctly, Don Saladino told Insider. The celebrity personal trainer recommends other forms of ...

The dumbbell squat to press, also known as a thruster, is a compound exercise that starts in a front squat position and ends in an overhead press. This full body movement can be done using dumbbells, ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." In addition to deadlifts and chest presses, squats are considered one of the “big three” lifts since they ...