Leg day is the toughest workout of the week, no matter if you are a powerlifter, bodybuilder, strongman, or an athlete looking to improve performance. Training the legs demands intensity, energy, and ...

Many lifters want to grow their legs but struggle with lower back pain. Whether from bad posture, injury history, or simple fatigue, back issues can make heavy squats or deadlifts feel impossible. To ...

Most runners know the feeling: dragging yourself out for a jog when your legs feel like lead. Whether it’s the day after a tough workout or you’re simply mentally spent, running when your lower half ...

As one of the most effective compound exercises, squats will always have a place in any well-rounded training plan. They build full-body strength, boost athletic performance, and improve the kind of ...

Alex Hutchinson is a National Magazine Award-winning journalist and Outside’s Sweat Science columnist, covering the latest research on endurance and outdoor sports. Back in 1961, a pair of researchers ...