Julia Ries Wexler is a writer focusing on all things health and wellness. She has over 10 years of experience in health journalism, and though she has written about pretty much every health topic ...

A trainer shares 4 chair exercises after 65 that rebuild leg strength and balance: chair squats, leg extensions, step-ups, ...

If you want to grow your legs, then you can’t forgo their largest muscle – the quads. But, did you know the benefit of training this muscle stems further than simply making sure you look good in your ...

Whether you realize it or not, your quads are doing the most—every time you sit, stand, step, or sprint. These powerhouse muscles on the front of your thighs are crucial for strength, balance, and ...

The best quad exercises are those that strengthen your upper leg muscles and create a steady foundation for your whole body. From exercises targeting your inner or outer quads, to kettlebell or ...

Ready for leg day? I’ve already shared my favorite exercises for hamstrings and for your glutes (a.k.a. your butt). It’s time to tackle the main muscle group we think of when we think of legs: the ...

BOSTON - Researchers have found that there are certain exercises people with knee arthritis can do to reduce their need for joint replacement. Experts said to focus on the quadriceps muscles, the ...

Squats are one of the major compound lifts, and countless variations—back squats, goblet squats, split squats, front squats—help target particular muscles in your lower body. A relatively ...

The yogi squat is one move I swear by for releasing tight hips and targeting the lower body if you want to build strength. The bodyweight exercise, used mostly in yoga and its expressions, stretches ...