The misconception that muscle can be lean or bulky lies in its appearance. “When people (say ‘lean’), they’re usually ...

The back consists of large, complex muscles that support your trunk and spine. There are many types of back muscles, and they are all essential, helping you walk, bend, twist, and hold your body ...

The human body is a wonderous thing, especially when you consider how intricate and efficient each bodily system is. For instance, an adult’s blood vessels could encircle the earth 2.5 times if ...

What Is the Trapezius Muscle? Trapezius muscles are large, paired, triangular muscles in the back of your neck and upper back. They extend down your back, but they’re mostly involved in the movements ...

We know our faces may give away our fibs -- whether it's shifty eyes, a sweaty upper lip, a slight smirk, or Pinocchio's fictitious lengthening nose. Now a new study reveals that muscles in the upper ...

Stop coasting with minimal effort. By strategically integrating resistance training, balance work, and short bursts of power, ...

Running can be a challenging cardio workout for the body but what muscles are used for running? The exercise is often referred to as a full-body workout, but certain muscles and muscle fiber types are ...

EDITOR’S NOTE: Dana Santas, known as the “Mobility Maker,” is a certified strength and conditioning specialist, a mind-body coach in professional sports, and the author of “Practical Solutions for ...

Part of the enigma with exercise is that, after making the initial emotional decision to start a regimen, many people become confused on what to do. Starting a program without a strategy is a way to ...