Trainers say a handful of simple exercises—like presses, curls, and push-up variations—effectively build upper-arm strength.

MOST THINGS WE do are forward-facing. We walk forward, reach forward, bend forward—of course, because we primarily see in front of us. That’s caused us to put an emphasis on the aesthetics of the ...

If you want to craft a supremely effective upper-body workout, you'll need a combination of exercises that hit your chest, back, biceps, triceps, forearms, and shoulders. Carving out a big chest or ...

The upper back is an important enough area to train that many gym rats devote two whole days to it each week—this is what “pull day” really means. With strong lats and other upper back muscles, you ...

These 5 standing moves strengthen your back, improve posture, and build real-world stability after 45, no machines needed.

Strengthening back muscles is crucial not only for athletes but also for anyone interested in maintaining good posture, reducing the risk of back pain, and improving overall health and wellness.

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The back extension is a versatile exercise that can be performed virtually anywhere. It can be used as part of a training program to build strength or a rehabilitation program for injury recovery.