Picking the right weight dumbbells is like shopping for clothing: You won’t know what works for you until you actually try it (on). It’d be great if there was some magic equation that would calculate ...

There's something quietly frustrating about how much misinformation still surrounds women and strength training. We're in ...

If lifting really heavy weights has always been the one gym activity that seemed too scary, intimidating, or intense for you, you’re not alone. I used to be a hardcore cardio person who was obsessed ...

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. In the world of ...