There’s a lot of debate about weight machines in the fitness world. Some people gravitate towards them because they seem a ...

If you're looking for a versatile way to build strength, train every single muscle group - in isolation or through compound movements - free weight exercises are the answer. Whether you're at home or ...

Using free weights can significantly improve muscle strength, endurance and overall fitness by building lean muscle mass, burning calories and improving bone density, according to White. “Additionally ...

While I enjoy using both free weights and exercise machines like the leg press, I have to say I often prefer the simplicity of free weights and the variety of exercises you can do, even at home with a ...

Rebuild shoulder strength after 50 with 5 seated moves using dumbbells and bands for better control than machines.

Even if you've never lifted weights before, this workout can safely get you going. As we covered in Part II, squatting is a fundamental movement pattern and total-body exercise that emphasizes ...

The fitness world is divided: On one side, you’ve got the purists who swear by barbells, dumbbells, and kettlebells. This crew is all about functional strength—workouts that mimic real-life movements ...

Build strength after 55 with goblet squats, rows, bench press, overhead press, and back extensions, with sets and reps.

In Part I of this seven-part series, we started our fitness journey by learning how to strengthen the mind-body connection and practice breathing to create good posture. In Part II, we learned how to ...