CHEST DAY WORKOUTS generally fall into one of two camps. The first (and most prevalent) is pressing exercises, like the all-important bench press and pushup, since your chest is responsible for ...

Grasp the bar just outside shoulder-width and arch your back so there’s space between your lower back and the bench. Pull the bar out of the rack and lower it to your sternum, tucking your elbows ...

To build a chest approaching Superman proportions, you'll need a heavy press somewhere in your training plan. Most lifters will start using a barbell, but there are limits to what you can accomplish, ...

Gym machines may look cool, but when it comes to building muscle and strength in your upper body, all you really need is the humble dumbbell and this workout. Perfect if you’re pushed for time, this ...

SHOULD YOU COUNT dips, the bodyweight staple exercise gym-goers have been doing for decades, as a chest or triceps move? The debate has split swolemates apart and lit up fitness message boards—but ...

A strong chest is important for maintaining good posture and performing a number of day-to-day activities, such as opening or closing a heavy door, getting up from the ground or pushing a heavy object ...

Build strength and muscle at home with this fast 12-minute bodyweight routine. Safe, effective moves for adults 45 and up.

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This is the exercise experts recommend for women over 60 to rebuild strength, improve posture, and make daily tasks easier.