Strength training is having a moment, and fitness experts say it is about more than building muscle or lifting heavy weights.

Both workouts can fit into a challenging exercise routine, but experts say one is the clear winner for building muscle.

As you get older, experts advise increasing strength training to help burn calories and keep your metabolism firing. But if ...

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

Resistance can come from dumbbells, free weights or machines such as rowers. One example of a strength training exercise is ...

Even modest amounts of strength training, even with lighter weights, can meaningfully preserve muscle and maintain your ...

Building muscle strength does not need a gym card or heavy machines. A quiet room, steady effort, and the right moves can go a long way. Indoor exercises work well because they allow control, focus, ...

Scientists at Duke-NUS Medical School have uncovered how exercise helps aging muscles regain their ability to repair ...

Lifting weights isn't the only way to build strength and muscle. Experts say bodyweight exercises can go a long way and are a ...

Repeated exercise, or wasting, can change the way key genes work.

The following exercises use body weight and resistance bands to stimulate muscle growth without heavy equipment. Each move ...

Some of the best muscle-building foods include protein-rich chicken, salmon, and lentils. You can pair dietary changes with ...