When you train your muscles (either by lifting weights, running, or doing resistance work), you create tiny microtears in your muscle fibers. While this might sound detrimental, it’s actually a good ...

As a fitness professional and doctor of physical therapy, I’ve always been active. I spent most of my 20s chasing the “toned” look (which, for the record, isn’t even a real thing; it’s marketing ...

Many of us want to get buff for aesthetic reasons, but building muscle helps health and longevity. It's a myth that you need to spend hours in the gym to build muscle. Exercises such as squats, ...