You know that the humble squat is one of the best exercises there is for building lower-body strength—and you're probably already working them into your fitness routine pretty regularly. Good for you.

THE SQUAT IS, when it comes to the grand hierarchy of strength training, one of the few exercises that deserves rarified, must-do status for just about every type of trainee. The compound movement is ...

As one of the most effective compound exercises, squats will always have a place in any well-rounded training plan. They ...

Squats help protect muscle, bone density and independence as you age. Here’s how to squat properly after 40, plus the best ...

A step-by-step guide to building lower body power, increasing flexibility, and maximizing leg day results. “Traditional squats focus more on quads, while sumo squats shift more of the load to the ...

Plus, there's less stress placed on your back. Barbell squats generally put more pressure on the spine, which isn't an issue ...

1) Running is a series of hops from one foot to the other. Upon landing, you perform a partial, one-leg squat in preparation for the next hop. 2) Research suggests that strength training aids running ...

Doing squats can be daunting if you tend to experience knee pain in your workout routine — but don't write off the move just yet. According to fitness expert and ACSM-certified trainer John Ford, the ...

Do this exercise with medium-to-heavy dumbbells or a barbell. Stand with your legs just slightly wider than hip-distance apart, arms raised to shoulder height with elbows bent, holding weights by your ...

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