Unlike many machines at the gym, the cable pulley has stood the test of time. That's because the cable pulley and cable crossover machines are some of the most versatile pieces of gym equipment, ...

The dumbbell squat to press, also known as a thruster, is a compound exercise that starts in a front squat position and ends in an overhead press. This full body movement can be done using dumbbells, ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Lifting heavy weights is not the only way to strengthen your muscles. And studies have shown that ...

You may think you need a gym full of fancy kit to build a bigger, stronger back that’s the shape of a Dorito – you don’t. With the right exercises and a few pieces of basic home gym equipment, you can ...

The specific moves you pick for each pair matter. In a superset, your two paired exercises work opposing muscle groups, Watts ...

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If you want to work the upper body, but are unsure which exercises to do, a back and bicep themed workout is always a great stand by. These muscles are often targeted within one routine because they ...

Most machines you find at the gym are engineered to train specific muscles—usually a primary muscle and one or more secondary muscles. The chest press machine works your pectorals and shoulders, while ...