Squats are a foundational strength-building exercise, which use functional movements to efficiently strengthen the lower body, particularly your quadriceps, hamstrings and glutes.

Traditional squats aren't the be-all and end-all when it comes to building lower-body strength. In fact, for those who need to even out muscular imbalances, build single-leg (unilateral) strength for ...

Being able to do the splits is a remarkable feat. If you're not quite bendy enough to strike the pose (it me), you might think the splits are reserved for a select few elite. Don't count yourself out ...

If you've ever seen a powerlifter deadlift upwards of 600 pounds you're probably asking yourself "How did they get here?" While they'll surely tell you it came after years of repeating the beloved ...

Squats and deadlifts are the backbone of any good leg workout, but they aren't the only way to build big wheels, and they aren't the only way to grow the strong, powerful glutes and hamstrings that ...

Split training refers to dividing weekly workout sessions or the volume of exercises into separate days to focus on individual elements. Some examples include full-body or push/pull/leg splits.

It is a truth universally acknowledged that everyone hates leg days at the gym. Yet the muscles we tend to overlook are the ones that shape how we move through the world. Strong legs aren’t just about ...

Especially if you're someone of the former camp looking to achieve long-term muscle and strength, you'll do best with some form of training split. One of the best, most balanced forms of these is a ...