PARIS -- Paris head football coach Jeff Weaver can be as innovative as the next guy. Sometimes, however, it's not always about X's and O's. Sometimes, it's about sheer grit. "I don't know if you can ...

You might think lifting heavy weights is just about building muscle and getting stronger, but the mental health benefits of resistance training rival those of antidepressants and therapy for many ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Quiet revolution: lifting weights can improve your well-being without turning you into a bulging bodybuilder Strength is cool.

If there’s one thing I hope to accomplish in my fitness career, it’s to convince people to start lifting heavy things. More ...

Scroll through fitness TikTok or Instagram long enough and you’ll see the claim repeated everywhere: lift heavy weights and your face will “tighten,” “snatch,” or suddenly look more sculpted. The idea ...

Strength training sparks endless debates, especially for women navigating fitness trends. Heavy weights—barbells, kettlebells, or dumbbells beyond the usual 5-pounders—often carry a reputation for ...

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. In the world of ...