MOST GUYS GO about their business in the gym with one of two goals: They either want to build strength or gain muscle (or just as likely, they hope to achieve a bit of both). To achieve either of ...

In the world of weightlifting, isolation movements certainly have their place—especially if you're trying to sculpt individual muscles. Hammering each on its own is essential for getting the ...

From squats to deadlifts, compound exercises are redefining how Americans build strength, muscle, and real-world ...

If you don't have a lot of time to devote to exercise, compound exercises are an efficient way to get the most out of your workout. Merriam-Webster defines "compound" as "something formed by a union ...

Compound exercises use multiple joints to perform a specific movement, while isolation exercises target a specific joint. Both types of exercises build muscle and burn calories; deciding which is best ...

Mandy Hagstrom is affiliated with Sports Oracle, a company that delivers the IOC diploma in Strength and Conditioning. Anurag Pandit is currently on a Research Training Program scholarship for his PhD ...

Compound exercises are those that use more than one joint at the same time. They provide the most ‘bang for your buck’ in terms of time efficiency and give excellent results when proper form, ...

Work smarter, not harder.

If you want to burn more calories and shed fat, you won't find anything better than simple, tried-and-true compound exercises. What are compound exercises, you ask? Good question. "Compound movements ...

30 seconds is not enough (usually).

Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, your spine straight, and your shoulders back. Bend at the knees, being careful to keep your back straight and your head facing forward, until your hands ...