How many moves per muscle group does your exercise plan really need? We've got answers.

You might be surprised how much you're already hitting this valuable muscle group. Here's how to avoid going overboard.

WHEN IT COMES to the number of exercises you plan to cram into your strength training sessions, you might assume complexity and volume will lead to success. Spending more time doing more exercises ...

Knowing how many sets to do per workout is a minefield. In fact, just listening to your PT reel off the many different types of set names can feel like you've landed in a foreign country. That's why ...

Strength training should be a staple of any fitness routine. In addition to increasing muscle strength and mass, regular strength training helps maintain strong bones, improve balance and offers ...

We spoke to exercise experts to find the ideal regimen. Credit...Joyce Lee for The New York Times Supported by By Ashley Abramson Q: How much cardiovascular exercise versus strength training should I ...

It’s a common misconception that lifting weights automatically leads to a bulky physique. But just the act of lifting weights doesn’t cause you to become “jacked.” It’s all about your strategy — how ...

In the review and meta-analysis published in Experimental Gerontology, researchers set out to explore the effects of resistance training on muscle hypertrophy in adults aged 65 and up. Muscle ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." POP QUIZ: HOW many reps and sets should you do per exercise to build muscle? If you’re in the know, ...