Besides clocking a few miles here and there on the treadmill, the gym may not be the first place that comes to mind when you think about reaching your PR. But it does, in fact, offer some unique ...

Calves are often the missing piece when it comes to building complete legs. After all, you don’t want that "bricks on sticks" look. The machine doesn’t matter—you can use a Smith machine, free weights ...

It’s no secret that consistent running is important for progress, but what about strength training? When visiting a gym, runners may feel inclined to stick with the treadmill, but research reveals ...

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, ...

Jakob Roze, CSCS, is a health writer and high-end personal trainer. He is the founder and CEO of RozeFit, a high-end concierge personal training practice and online blog. Squats train all the major ...

THE LEG CURL is one of the best machines—and best methods, period—for building hamstring strength and size. There are two types of hamstring curl machines, and you're likely to find one or the other ...

View post: Forget the Walking Pad. Doctor Shares an Underrated Tool to Increase Daily Movement and Fix Chronic Back Pain for Desk Workers Position yourself under the Smith machine bar and brace your ...

Most people focus on the major leg muscles like the quads, glutes, and hamstrings on lower body days, often while totally neglecting inner-thigh exercises. But the inner thigh muscles are responsible ...

View post: We Tested the Best Cross-Training Shoes for Heavy Squats. This Adidas Pair Completely Changed My Stability Under the Bar We Tested the Best Cross-Training Shoes for Heavy Squats. This ...

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?