The Single-Leg Squat is an all-purpose exercise for strength, balance, power and lowering risk of injury. According to a study in the Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research, it can't be beat ...

The best way to foray into weighted squats is with goblet squats. Start by holding a single dumbbell of a comfortable weight close to your chest. Sink your hips back into the squat and rise back up.

As a trainer, it’s my job to support my clients and get them to do things they never thought they could do. One of the biggest challenges, especially with my clients who are women, is the barbell.

TO BUILD UP your body, you'll need a strong foundation. You won't be able to skip any steps on the path to accomplishing your fitness goals—especially if one of your aims is to build muscle. Begin ...

The weight position is what makes the difference. The goblet squat involves holding a free weight—either a kettlebell or a dumbbell—in front of you at chest level as you do the move. This positioning ...

Learn how to safely and confidently practice Malasana (Yogi Squat) in this beginner-friendly tutorial. We’ll cover modifications, alignment tips, and common mistakes to help you feel stable and ...

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. While plenty of ...

Simmons recommends the cyclist squat for building quad strength and hypertrophy. ‘It’s great for improving leg shape and ...

In yoga, a deep squat – known as the malasana, or garland, pose – is often used for meditation, relaxation and preparation for more advanced poses (asanas). Mala in Sanskrit means “a garland of beads” ...

The wall-supported Bulgarian split squat boosts unilateral stability at the hip and knee, decreasing side-to-side imbalances ...

It's probably the simplest exercise to perform, however, it's highly effective and strengthens nearly all the muscles in the lower half of your body. Do 15 reps for 3 sets. Planks are deceptively ...

Plus, common mistakes to avoid.