THERE ARE TWO fitness goals that are shared by most gym regulars: building muscle, and gaining muscular strength. Though the two often come in tandem, there’s a difference between gaining muscular ...

Muscle isn’t enough. Here’s what you need for a more comprehensive approach to your workouts.

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Muscle loss increases fall risk and frailty with age. The good news? Just one weekly strength session can help maintain independence.

This article is part of a broad series on recent advances in the science and medicine of longevity and aging. The series covers a range of topics, including musculoskeletal health. Expect more ...

Some workouts leave you buzzing, muscles pumping, and energy on high. Others leave you wondering if you made any progress at all. The difference often comes down to more than just the weight on the ...

Functional strength training involves exercises that mimic everyday activities, such as climbing stairs. It aims to improve people’s movement in their daily lives or their performance in certain ...

Getting older? Your workouts might change, but your fitness doesn't have to suffer.

Greater muscular strength was found to be associated with lower mortality for older women, according to a new study.