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

Walk into any gym and you’ll be met with a sea of weight machines. With so many options, it’s easy for even the most seasoned lifters to feel overwhelmed. Between the dozen gym machines that claim to ...

The changes may shift how people think of Planet Fitness, which has nearly 2,800 locations and about 21 million members. So ...

When you think of weight machines, what’s the first thing that comes to mind? For many, it’s clunky gym equipment that feels like it belongs in a beginner’s corner or a rehab clinic. But that ...

Lifting at your local gym can be intimidating. Here’s a beginner-friendly guide to the weight room. By Alyssa Ages Alyssa Ages is a competitive strongwoman athlete and a former personal trainer, but ...

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 ...

When it comes to working out, I prefer to keep things simple. I’ve been going to the gym for years to do a simple ...

If the thought of overpaying for an expensive gym makes you sweat, why not invest in home gym equipment instead? Before you ...

As an impatient, time-poor mum of three, choosing between free weights vs machines can make or break my workout. More often than not, I stick to free weights at home as I don't want to run the risk of ...

Have you ever switched gyms and tried to do your usual workout, only to find that the machines are a lot harder—or maybe a lot easier? Before you start questioning your strength or your training, you ...

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Build muscle after 40 with 5 classic moves: squat, deadlift, push-up, row, overhead press, plus sets, reps, and cues.