An active lifestyle with regular exercise is still easily achievable for those in their 60s and beyond. Maintaining strong muscles has everyday benefits such as improving balance, reducing falls, ...

In most workout splits, one to two dedicated leg days per week is common, but it really all depends on your fitness level and ...

Let’s talk legs: They contain some of the most powerful muscles in the body (including those large muscles in your caboose called the glutes) and keeping them strong and limber is crucial for helping ...

Why your strength and cardio might not be cutting it.

You’ve probably heard it a million times: “Nothing beats squats for leg day!” But what if I told you there might actually be a better option for toning those legs? As a certified personal trainer, ...

When you think of leg day, you might automatically picture yourself profusely sweating as you drop into a squat, lower into a deadlift, or glide into a hip thrust. Just make sure you don’t sleep on ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." MOST MOVEMENT DOESN'T occur with both feet planted on the floor. You walk by putting one foot in front of ...

Doing squats as an exercise or weighted exercise has many benefits. Squats burn calories and might help you lose weight, and they also lower your chances of injuring your knees and ankles. Performing ...

Beth Skwarecki is Lifehacker’s Senior Health Editor, and holds certifications as a personal trainer and weightlifting coach. She has been writing about health for over 10 years. Ready for leg day?

Picking the right type of workouts can help you live a longer, healthier life, a doctor says. Longevity expert Dr. Peter Attia said he does four types of workout to stay fit as he ages. His "four ...