Years ago, weightlifting was thought to be reserved solely for bodybuilders and athletes. However, there has been significant research on the medical benefits of lifting weights. Everyone benefits ...

Are you interested in strength training, but not sure where to start? Casey Johnston, cultural critic and creator of "LIFTOFF: Couch to Barbell," was once in your shoes. "When I first got into ...

Whether you're a heavyweight or a lightweight, if you're lifting weights to stay fit there are a few rules of the road. Below, Jim Ramsay, team trainer for the New York Rangers, and Dr. Jonathan ...

The idea of wandering into the weight room is intimidating for many newbies, which is too bad. Because even though the thought of picking up different heavy things and putting your body under mega ...

When you first picked up a barbell and began your weight-training journey, the basics were enough -- perform a few exercises per bodypart, do a few sets of 10 to 15 and feel the burn. Now that you've ...

It doesn’t matter if you are 19 or 90, run marathons, or struggle to climb stairs; weight training can benefit everyone. Years ago, weightlifting was thought to be reserved solely for bodybuilders and ...