Gym lore says you need to ‘earn the right to lift a barbell’. Here at Men’s Health, we won’t make you wait for permission. Instead, we’ll lay out sensible starting weights so you can crack on, whether ...

The health and fitness world has become highly scientific, with popular figures like neuroscientist Andrew Huberman giving molecular breakdowns of the body’s inner workings. That level of detail can ...

Whether it be the dumbbells or barbells, lifting weights in a gym (especially as a beginner) can often feel a little nerve-wracking. A lot of this is down to gymtimidation, but another big part of it ...

Everyone starts somewhere, but getting the basics down early could change your results forever.

“Isometrics are a powerful training tool, especially for runners,” says Speer. “Holding positions for 30 to 60 seconds, such as lunges and single-leg balances help strengthen muscles, connective ...

Trainor strength trains three times a week. Experts say lifting weights aids weight loss by raising your resting metabolic rate and improving insulin sensitivity. They recommend starting with ...

Ever wondered about that massive machine with a sliding barbell at the gym? Allow us to introduce you to the Smith machine. Despite being a staple in most gyms, this behemoth can be ...

If there’s one thing I hope to accomplish in my fitness career, it’s to convince people to start lifting heavy things. More and more people are realizing how important strength training is (strong is ...

These common errors can stall progress fast ...