Build a Bigger, Stronger Chest With These Resistance Band Exercises
When you hear “resistance band workout,” a set of jacked pectoral muscles may not be the first image that comes to mind. But resistance band chest exercises — even those that utilize the smallest “mini” band — can
Skip the Gym — Work Your Chest and Triceps at Home With These 7 Moves
You can get a great chest and triceps workout at home without weights — take it from Robert Herbst, a 19-time World Champion powerlifter and member of the AAU Strength Sports Hall of Fame. His go-to move for strengthenin
Here’s How Taylor Swift Got in Shape for Her Absolutely Grueling Eras Tour
There’s no way you can watch footage of Taylor Swift’s electrifying Eras Tour—where she performs for roughly three straight hours per show—and not wonder how on earth she managed to pull off such an impressive feat of
20 Exercises That Will Make Your Quads Scream (With Joy, Kind Of)
If you’re strength training regularly, there’s a good chance you’re already working your legs to some extent. Adding a few dedicated quad exercises to the mix, though, can ensure you’re maximizing this major muscle gr
This Simple Exercise Targets Your Shoulders and Triceps at the Same Time
If you’re looking to work the small but mighty muscles in the front of your upper body, the dumbbell shoulder press is a great way to do so. The simple yet effective exercise can help you build strength, sure, but it’ll a
A Little Sweat Never Hurt Nobody: The Ultimate Beyoncé Workout Playlist
True story: When I was interviewing for the role of editor in chief of SELF—by far the most intense hiring process I’ve ever been through—I pulled up Homecoming on Netflix multiple times, usually the nights before the b
The New Adidas Supernovas Are a Surprisingly Supportive Running Shoe
The two things that stuck out for me with the Supernova Rise were the comfort and the support they offered. As a heel-striker, I definitely noticed and appreciated the extra foam in the back of the shoe—my legs felt fresher
Deload Week: How Slowing Down Can Speed Up Your Results
Do you remember the last time you dialed back your workouts? Not because you had to, but because you decided to? If the answer is no, you’re overdue for a deload week. In a deload week — or, more simply, a deload —
What to Wear for a Barre Workout
If you’re trying a barre workout, like Xtend Barre, for the first time, you may be wondering what you should wear. And if you weren’t wondering, here’s a heads up: Your usual workout attire may not be ideal for a barre
What to Know About Doing Cardio If You Have Heart Problems
The result? More oxygenated blood circulates throughout your entire body, Dr. Weinberg says. This helps support everything from your brain health to your immune function, in addition to your heart, she adds. These benefits ho