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The best squat variations for stronger leg day workouts

THE SQUAT IS, when it comes to the grand hierarchy of strength training, one of the few exercises that deserves rarified, must-do status for just about every type of trainee. The compound movement is ...

Physical Therapist Recommends Kettlebell Suitcase Squats for a Stronger Core After 50

Your core works harder here than it does in most ab workouts.
New York Post

I’m a doctor — this is the best exercise you can do to live longer

Dr. Nick Pappas, a board-certified hand surgeon in the New Orleans area, is sharing the exercise he believes will help you live longer — squats. “If there’s one exercise you should try to do ...
Women's Health

This squat variation builds strong legs with less back strain – here's exactly how to do it

When it comes to lower-body movements, the squat is queen. But beyond the traditional barbell back squat, you could consider incorporating the pendulum squat (which 4.4k people search for monthly) for ...

The best strength exercises every woman over 50 should be doing

Regular strength training can slow many of age-related changes and help women improve their health, and maintain an ...
Lifehacker

The Best Quad Exercises for Leg Day

Beth Skwarecki is Lifehacker’s Senior Health Editor, and holds certifications as a personal trainer and weightlifting coach. She has been writing about health for over 10 years. Ready for leg day?
Women's Health

This 'Ballerina' squat variation builds strength and mobility at once – here's why it's a PT favourite

‘Ballerina Bulgarian squats primarily target the glutes, especially the glute medius and glute maximus,’ says James Brady, a personal trainer at OriGym. ‘Compared to standard Bulgarian split squats, ...