High school athletics were my first exposure to any kind of challenging fitness activity. I distinctly remember experiencing ...

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Meanwhile, strengthening your lower body—quads, hamstrings, glutes, and calves—boosts mobility, power, and endurance. Together, they improve athletic performance, support daily activities like walking ...

Stand up straight with your feet hip-width distance apart. Step forward with your right leg, lowering your left knee right ...

Step-ups are another perfect example. Every time you walk up a flight of stairs, hike up a hill, step up into an SUV, or even get up from kneeling, you’re doing a version of a step-up. Step-ups are ...

Jakob Roze, CSCS, is a health writer and high-end personal trainer. He is the founder and CEO of RozeFit, a high-end concierge personal training practice and online blog. The muscles in your lower ...