When I have older clients ask me to focus on lower body training, I typically have two goals: start conservatively to avoid the risk of injury, especially if they're new to training, but also to help ...

The kettlebell deadlift has earned a strong reputation in the United States fitness community because it builds lower-body strength without forcing a deep knee bend. This makes it an excellent option ...

Trainer, author, and fitness model Kirk Charles, NASM-CPT CES, knows that as you get older, life can get more complicated. But that shouldn’t prevent you from being on top of your game. He’ll help to ...

If deadlifts aren't already part of your workouts, you need to begin incorporating them ASAP. They're a great alternative to squats and work your upper and lower body simultaneously. If you've been ...

For building strength, most guys still gravitate toward heavy barbell lifts like squats and deadlifts. They work, but they also lock you into rigid movement patterns and demand a level of space, setup ...

a) Get a heavy kettlebell ready on the floor just in front of you. Stand with your legs shoulder-width apart then squat down and pick up the kettlebell. b) Holding your core tight and back straigh, ...

Trying other deadlift variations and regressions before the barbell deadlift is a great way to ensure you remain injury free and hone your deadlift form. For example, after you've mastered the dowel ...

If I had to choose my favorite body part to train during workouts, it would be my legs. This probably stems from my background in soccer and track and field, but I can't help but love that burning ...

The deadlift is one of the most effective movements for total body strength and function, but that doesn’t necessarily mean you have to, or even should, do yours with a barbell and conventional set up ...