For many, the concept of "lifting heavy" might seem intimidating, especially as we get older. Images of intense gym sessions and bulging muscles might not align with the vision of graceful aging.

You might think lifting heavy weights is just about building muscle and getting stronger, but the mental health benefits of resistance training rival those of antidepressants and therapy for many ...

PARIS -- Paris head football coach Jeff Weaver can be as innovative as the next guy. Sometimes, however, it's not always about X's and O's. Sometimes, it's about sheer grit. "I don't know if you can ...

If you’ve gotten a little too comfortable with the same five- and 10-pound dumbbells, you’ve come to the right place. To convince you it’s time to lift heavy weights, we spoke with strength experts ...

Strength training sparks endless debates, especially for women navigating fitness trends. Heavy weights—barbells, kettlebells, or dumbbells beyond the usual 5-pounders—often carry a reputation for ...

I’ve been hyperaware of overtraining ever since I suffered a pelvic stress fracture a decade ago. The injury came from excessive exercise and a lack of education around nutrition and recovery, but the ...