What to Do When You’re Bummed That You Can’t Work Out for a While

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7 Strength-Building Exercises To Get Back Into Shape Before Spring Break

Spring break is right around the corner. In roughly six to eight…

Here’s Exactly What to Do When You Only Have Time for a 20-Minute Workout

On those really busy days when you have almost no time to…

What a Daily Strength Training Habit Does to Your Body After 50

If you’re no longer in your 40s and are anxious to improve…

A Full-Body Workout That Will Build Strength and Stamina for Better Sex

This article is part of SELF’s Keep It Hot package, a collection…

The Best Strength Training Workout for Stronger Muscles After 40

Sculpting strong, toned muscles is an incredibly popular fitness goal—and for good…

5 Strength Exercises That Will Completely Turn Your Fitness Around

This year is all about achieving your fitness goals. But alas, where…

5 Strength Exercises That Drastically Change Your Body Shape After 50

Growing into your older self can be a tough transition. Not only…

9 Life Lessons I Learned From Being Sidelined With Injuries

Below, nine things I learned the hard way that I hope you…

The Top 5 Benefits of Lifting Heavier Weights, Fitness Pro Reveals

If you’re looking for ways to extend both your lifespan and your…

11 Trainer-Approved Exercise Cues That Will Make Your Favorite Moves Even More Effective

You can read exercise directions, watch videos of the moves, and still feel…

The 6 Best Mini-Bands for People With Larger Bodies, According to Personal Trainers

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3 Important Things to Do If You’re a Strength Training Beginner

Maybe establishing a strength training routine is a New Year’s goal you really…

9 Standing Core Exercises That Will Fire Up Your Abs

From planks to crunches to sit-ups, a lot of classic abs moves take place…

How Not to Be an Asshole to Gym Newbies During the New Year’s Rush

I love the gym. I love the sense of order: plates lined…

Over 50? This Strength Workout Will Make Your Body Look Younger

Middle age falls between 40 and 60 years old, so if you’re…

How to Do the Hollow-Body Hold to Supercharge Your Next Abs Workout

There’s definitely no shortage of core exercises—from planks to crunches to standing exercises—but one…

How to Channel Your Rage Into a Workout So You Actually Feel Better

“Hopefully there’s something that I know how to do, and there are…

How to Use Just One Dumbbell to Work Your Entire Body

If you’re short on equipment, that doesn’t mean you have to shelve…