THE BARBELL BACK squat is one of the most renowned lifts in the gym. For good reason, too: the exercise challenges some of the biggest muscles in the body, promotes muscle growth, and builds strength.

The short answer: Both front squats and back squats rock. But there are some nuances that can help you optimize your routine. The main difference between front and back squats is the placement of the ...

No matter what workout routine you do, there’s a chance the squat will make an appearance. We do a lot of squatting during our normal daily activities so it may feel so familiar that you assume you ...

PUSHING YOUR LIMITS in the gym can be fulfilling as you build muscle and strength and develop even more intangible traits like discipline and toughness. For some guys though, that's not enough. They ...

Squats can help you build muscle, prevent injury, and get faster and stronger, but how low you go matters for the benefits, according to a trainer.

Squats are no doubt already a staple of your strength training routine, but if your goal is to grow your quads there’s a variation that may be worth trying: the zombie squat. Much less deadly than the ...

A step-by-step guide to building lower body power, increasing flexibility, and maximizing leg day results. “Traditional squats focus more on quads, while sumo squats shift more of the load to the ...

There’s a reason squats are such a popular exercise: They have a lot of benefits, especially for golfers. Golf Digest Certified Fitness Trainer Ann-Kristin Allen says, "Squats are a great exercise for ...

The back squat is a core training staple that can build size and strength in your lower body-but are you sure you're even doing the exercise correctly? How to Do a Back Squat the Right Way E Ebenezer ...

The squat is a great strength-builder and should be a regular in any good resistance training program. Squats work the major ...