Go to any gym and you’ll likely see a row of weight benches lining the mirrored walls. They look like a great place to check your form while doing arm exercises, or maybe to sit and sip some water ...

If one of your fellow gymgoers invites you to work in with him on a few sets of decline presses, politely decline and head toward another bench—any other bench! Puns aside, this bench press variation ...

Some fitness debates never end, including incline versus flat bench for chest pressing. Exercise scientist Mike Israetel of Renaissance Periodization recently explained why he might choose the incline ...

Welcome to Start TODAY. Sign up for our Start TODAY newsletter to receive daily inspiration sent to your inbox — and join us on Instagram! A strong core helps with posture, balance and stability, and ...

Sometimes it’s all in the design. One trip to the gym and you’ll quickly learn that weights come in many forms. The kettlebell, with its handle and bottom-heavy design, begs to be used for dynamic and ...

The bench press is a strength training exercise for your upper body. To do it, you'll need free weights or a barbell with weight plates. Although it looks like a simple move, you'll need to learn ...