Sure, you’re fit. But are you functionally fit? The hottest trend in fitness today is “functional training,” which means working out in a way that better prepares your body for real-life movements ...

When it comes to building strength and size in our biceps, many of us immediately reach for a pair of dumbbells or a barbell and start blasting through different curl variations. There’s no denying ...

Are you looking to grow your biceps but only have access to a cable machine? As a personal trainer, I have created numerous programs for people who needed to prioritize the cable machine, and I can ...

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. April 24, 2024 Add as ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Walk into any gym and you’ll be met with a sea of weight machines. With so many options, it’s easy for even the most seasoned ...

The fitness world is divided: On one side, you’ve got the purists who swear by barbells, dumbbells, and kettlebells. This crew is all about functional strength—workouts that mimic real-life movements ...

Before I began coaching, I used weight machines all the time. I didn't know how to properly use free weights and felt very insecure in the weight room. Machines provided a simple solution to help me ...

I have room for one or the other in my home 'gym' - either a functional trainer or a standard style home gym type machine. I already have a very nice elliptical (for me) and treadmill (for the wife).