A chiropractor explains why strength training reps in a weight training workout should follow a decending pyramid in order to keep your back safe. “Sometimes, the amount of weight that you’re lifting ...

For a program to be most effective, Washington recommends sticking to it for at least four to five weeks before changing it ...

Of all the training programs out there that promise big jumps in strength and size, few can hold a candle to reverse pyramid training (RPT). Made popular by Swedish trainer and nutritional consultant ...

THERE'S A REASON why “3 sets of 10” has been a strength training mainstay since at least the 1950s: The rep scheme works. Decades of research and reams of real-world evidence prove that hefting a load ...

The PT pyramid is a classic go-to workout system that continues to help people build a solid base of stamina and endurance with common calisthenics-testing exercises today. By design, it is a warmup, ...

Even modest amounts of strength training, even with lighter weights, can meaningfully preserve muscle and maintain your ...

To most of the world, pyramids are synonymous with ancient Egypt, but to fitness buffs it’s the favored form of resistance training. The name may be foreign to some, but pyramid training has struck ...

Regular strength training can improve your strength and flexibility, and decrease your risk of injury and falls. Keep reading for more benefits and tips to get the most out of your strength routine.

For many runners, the marathon represents the ultimate test of physical and mental endurance. The months leading up to a marathon require careful planning, including a sensible and progressive ...