If you've ever seen a powerlifter deadlift upwards of 600 pounds you're probably asking yourself "How did they get here?" While they'll surely tell you it came after years of repeating the beloved ...

Learn the key differences between these lower-body exercises, their unique benefits, and which one is best for your fitness goals and experience level.

Squats and lunges are both effective moves that are commonly included in lower-body workouts — but they’re not interchangeable. Each one challenges your muscles in a unique way that translates ...

I have never met, nor am I ever likely to meet “royalty.” And so, performing a curtsy was not something I had ever considered I might practice or find myself doing. However, when I saw an exercise ...

To properly train your legs, you need to do more than squats. Your legs (and your hips) are capable of a variety of different movements. Those include bending at the waist bending at the knee, and ...

Bend both knees to 90 degrees to lower down in the lunge. Press through your front heel to return to standing. If the reverse ...

You've heard squats and lunges are great lower-body exercises. Your sources aren't wrong. Especially when it comes to your butt, both rock. But they hurt your knees! Actually, when done correctly, ...

Steve Weatherford was once regarded as one of the NFL's fittest players. The former punter said he cut squats from his training routine during his career to avoid back pain. He replaced them with ...

In the realm of functional fitness, side lunges (also called lateral lunges) are a versatile and underrated exercise, often ...

Two physical therapists share ways to modify six popular exercises if you have knee pain and signs it's time to see a doctor.