The major differences between chin-ups and pull-ups — and what muscles are worked for each exercise

Because of the differences in grip, chin-ups mainly work muscles in the front of your body, whereas pull-ups focus on the ...
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What's the Strongest Muscle in the Human Body?

But the strongest muscle by weight is the masseter, a chewing muscle in the jaw, D'Agostino said. It is small, but it has ...
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Conventional and Romanian Deadlifts Both Build Major Muscle. So Which Is Best for Your Workouts?

WHETHER YOUR WORKOUT goal is to get stronger, gain muscle, or just to move better, the deadlift will be an integral exercise for your lifting routine. The compound exercise is a lower body staple, as ...

The major health benefits of lunges and how to do them effectively

Lunges strengthen major muscle groups in the legs and core, while also improving balance and flexibility. Here's how to do a lunge with proper form.

Older adults should target these muscles when strength-training, says fitness pro

Strength training for seniors should emphasize posterior muscles like the glutes and upper back rather than mirror muscles to ...
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11 Leg Exercises to Strengthen, Tone, and Build Muscle

The muscles in your lower body play a key role in supporting athleticism and everyday activities, so it’s important to train your legs directly to build strength, stability, and overall function.