There are so many reasons to exercise: aesthetics, athletic ability, even mental health. As you age, one motivation often distinguishes itself above others: functionality. When you get older, muscles ...

Is Strength Training Necessary for Runners? The Difference Between Conventional Strength Training and Functional TrainingAs you continue running, you will almost certainly think about the necessity of ...

When it comes to increasing your levels of physical activity, anything is better than nothing. "I always tell my clients that the best exercise is the one you're willing to do," says Austin "Ozzie" ...

This is Your Quick Training Tip, a chance to learn how to work smarter in just a few moments so you can get right to your workout. The primary goal of functional training isn’t to increase absolute ...

There's a specific kind of strong that doesn't show up in a mirror. It shows up when you hoist a heavy bag of groceries with one arm, scoop your kid off the floor without bracing yourself, or climb a ...

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. Over the past few ...

Dieting, pills, unsupervised extreme fasting, and starvation can cost a lot of energy, time, and money. These cannot give you muscles, boost your metabolism, or provide you strength. These can even ...