Weight-training basics by Armand Tecco, M.Ed. Muscular fitness exercise is often referred to by a variety of names. Some people call it "weight lifting" or "stren ...

In TODAY.com's Expert Tip of the Day, a trainer reveals the pros and cons of full-body strength workouts and how results ...

A new study shows how targeted resistance exercise may preserve physical performance—especially in older people with declining nerve function ...

When it comes to increasing your levels of physical activity, anything is better than nothing. "I always tell my clients that the best exercise is the one you're willing to do," says Austin "Ozzie" ...

Women over the age of 50 face a critical convergence of health challenges—accelerated muscle loss, bone density decline, and hormonal shifts—that significantly elevate the risk of falls and frailty.

Lifting weights just two or three times a week can significantly change the trillions of bacteria living in your gut, and it ...

BLOOM (TAMPA) – In the pursuit of better health, many of us are quick to jump on the treadmill or hit the pavement for a brisk walk. But a growing body of research suggests that strength training may ...

A new study finds that starting a weightlifting routine could change your gut bacteria—potentially improving health from the inside out.

Resistance training is any exercise where your muscles have to overcome a force. Here are the types and benefits, and how to ...