Strength training offers a range of benefits, experts say. Here's how to start.

Heimlich is a contributor for TIME. Heimlich is a contributor for TIME. The weight room at the gym can be an intimidating place. The equipment looks like it could crush you if you use it wrong. People ...

Strength training is a form of aerobic exercise that has many benefits, including aiding weight loss. Incorporating strength training as part of an exercise routine can help individuals lose weight, ...

While it's true your blood pressure goes up during strength training, lifting weights can still be beneficial if you know how ...

Strength training is one of the best, science-backed strategies for supporting your body as you age – it can quite literally transform the trajectory of your health. The sooner you start, the more ...

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When you’re a fitness newbie, there are a lot of terms to learn—rep, set, volume, AMRAP, EMOM—I can’t blame you if you’re wondering what it all means. When it comes to the names of types of training, ...

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As runners, setting foot in the weight room can feel downright intimidating. Strength training may also feel like it’s taking away from time spent logging miles or building a base. In reality, the two ...