Your gluteus maximus is the muscle that defines the shape of your backside and helps you powerfully straighten your leg at the hip. It tends to get most of the attention when people look to build the ...

Whenever you walk into a new gym, one space inevitably catches the eye: the main floor, filled with cardio machines of all kinds, rows and rows of ’em. And whether you’re there for a chill yoga class ...

Ever wondered about that massive machine with a sliding barbell at the gym? Allow us to introduce you to the Smith machine. Despite being a staple in most gyms, this behemoth can be ...

Whether you don’t have the time to drive to a gym, don’t want to pay upwards of $100 a month for a membership, or don’t like ...

Sure, planks and crunches can help you strengthen your core. But are there machines for getting stronger abs at the gym? Integrating gym machine abs workouts into your routine helps you strengthen ...

Joining a gym for the first time can feel intimidating, but a little preparation can help you feel confident from day one. Real talk: Joining a gym can be kind of scary at first. Walking in that first ...

When it comes to resistance gym machines, the back extension is underrated. Just ask strength and conditioning coach Andy Vincent. When I hit him up for which machine he believes is most effective for ...

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The fitness world is divided: On one side, you’ve got the purists who swear by barbells, dumbbells, and kettlebells. This crew is all about functional strength—workouts that mimic real-life movements ...