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 ...

One way to ramp up a traditional squat is by adding weight with the help of a squat machine. But with so many different types of squat machines at the gym, it can be hard to know which ones to use — ...

If you're curious about starting a resistance training routine and not sure where to begin, start with these ...

This funny-looking move is more than social media fluff. The leg day staple can save your spine.

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The dumbbell squat to press, also known as a thruster, is a compound exercise that starts in a front squat position and ends in an overhead press. This full body movement can be done using dumbbells, ...

The somersault squat is a funny-looking move that builds the quad muscles. Here's what to know about the leg day staple, and how to do the exercise.