In lifting circles, the barbell back squat is often considered the king of exercises. But what if—either due to injury or an inability to get the form right—you can’t squat? You train one leg at a ...

With aging, the risk of falls becomes greater. That's why having a strong balance is key to being steady and ready. These five exercises can help with stability and better footing. “The sit-to-stand ...

Standing on one leg seems like a simple enough task. But — as anyone who has wobbled their way through it or crashed out in a yoga class while attempting a tree pose can tell you — it can be trickier ...

Try standing on one leg for 30 seconds. Now the other one. Not so easy. As we age, this ability to balance on one leg declines more dramatically than other signs of aging such as grip and knee ...

Incorporating balance exercises into your strength training routine can help improve your stability, reduce the risk of injuries and enhance your running performance. From single-leg exercises to ...

Build strength, stability, and injury resistance with these essential single-leg moves. One of the first things to go for athletes as they age—aside from their hips—is their knees. Years of sprinting, ...

Over 45? Master step-ups, push-ups, rows, deadlifts, and presses to build muscle, improve balance, and feel years younger.

Research shows that strong legs and glutes don’t just help you move better—they can protect your spine, balance, and even ...

Small changes can lead to big fitness gains. If you have been performing lower-body exercises with two feet on the floor, side by side, try mixing up your stance, says Mark Murphy. He is the lead ...

Leg day has many more benefits beyond the aesthetics of filling out a pair of pants. Besides building durable hips, knees, ankles and a strong back, never skipping a leg day has become the mantra of ...