Think barbell back squats are the only way to grow a mammoth lower body? Guess again. While powerlifters swear by this powerful compound move, it's not exactly the be-all, end-all for growing leg ...

LEG EXERCISES WILL be the bedrock of any successful strength training program. There's no getting around it, whether you dread lower body workouts or eagerly look forward to your time in the gym for ...

Leg strengthening exercises in bed, from a CSCS, to rebuild thigh power after 65 with 4 joint-friendly moves.

Leg strength exercises after 55 to do in the morning, with a podiatrist’s tips for safer form, balance, and mobility.

I’ve been doing a lot of work to strengthen my legs lately; the move that has made the biggest difference is the hamstring slider.

As runners, we know how important it is to log miles and improve our endurance, but you might be surprised to learn that strength workouts are just as crucial to keep you running strong. Building ...

Standing on one leg requires the brain to integrate information from the eyes, the vestibular system in the inner ear, and the somatosensory system, which senses body position and ground contact.

Alone, each of these moves works a set group of muscles, but when strung together in one-minute intervals and broken into sets, they become a whole-body workout. Grab a mat and get ready to feel ...

Beth Skwarecki is Lifehacker’s Senior Health Editor, and holds certifications as a personal trainer and weightlifting coach. She has been writing about health for over 10 years. Ready for leg day?

A 72-year-old athlete shares a beginner-friendly bodyweight routine designed to preserve strength, balance and independence ...