Strength Workouts
The latest Strength Workouts breaking news, comment, reviews and features from the experts at Fit&Well
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This PT’s beginner-friendly strength plan helps build muscle and balance in just four weeks
Follow the three full-body workouts in this tried-and-tested plan to feel the difference physically and mentally
By Holly Treacy Published
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I swapped cardio for strength training for a month, and here’s what actually happened
Switching swimming for squats for a few weeks has had a positive physical and mental impact on me
By Holly Treacy Published
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I tried the viral Manchester United pull-up challenge—here’s how to scale it to build upper-body strength no matter your ability
Swap pull-ups for these two regressions to make the most of this paused-reps workout
By Sam Rider Published
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If you suffer with tension in your neck and shoulders you might have coat hanger pain—here’s how to combat it
Desk-based workers are particularly prone to this issue
By Alice Porter Published
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A personal trainer says these are his top three exercises to start building lower-body muscle and strength
These movements will help you build up to essential barbell exercises that can make a huge difference to your physical health
By Lou Mudge Published
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I added weighted heel taps to my routine for a month, and I was shocked at the difference it made
My core finally feels strong again
By Jennifer Rizzuto Published
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All you need to build gym confidence and full-body muscle is this trainer’s 16-week plan
This gym workout plan for beginners will set you up for success
By Sam Rider Published
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Five exercises a personal trainer and former Dallas Cowboys cheerleader recommends to build full-body strength
All you need is a resistance band
By Lou Mudge Published
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A personal trainer says these are the three most effective exercises to strengthen your upper body
Expert-approved moves to incorporate into your workout routine
By Lou Mudge Published
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Build strength and improve balance with just a chair and a Pilates ball
Try this gentle, low-impact circuit
By Maddy Biddulph Published
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A personal trainer says these are the three exercises you should be doing regularly if you want to live a long, healthy life
These exercises are non-negotiable if you want to maintain independence as you age
By Lou Mudge Published
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I’m a personal trainer and these are the glute bridge variations I love using to build strength and stability
All you need is a set of resistance bands
By Yanar Alkayat Published
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A personal trainer says this is the workout to do if you’re brand new to strength training—here are my thoughts
Strength training has many benefits, but it’s important to master the basics if you’re a beginner or returning after a break
By Jennifer Rizzuto Published
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This is the one move a physical therapist recommends for people who sit a lot and suffer from shoulder pain
All you need is a resistance band
By Alice Porter Published
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I did calf raises every day for 30 days and it massively reduced my knee pain and made running easier
These are the four changes I've noticed since doing this lower-body exercise
By Alice Porter Published
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Do your knees cave in when you squat? Try these three exercise physiologist-approved moves
Better squats here we come
By Maddy Biddulph Published
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I asked a trainer for their top five resistance band moves to strengthen the whole body—here’s what they recommend
This instructor’s 10-minute workout will train your whole body
By Lou Mudge Published
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A physical therapist recommends doing these four exercises to promote longevity and healthy aging
“Strength isn’t just about looking fit—it’s about supporting joint integrity, protecting against injury and preserving metabolic health”
By Lou Mudge Published
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I’m a personal trainer who works with beginners all the time and these are the four lower-body moves I always recommend
Simple moves to start your strength training journey
By Jennifer Rizzuto Published
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“I never expected to be healthier and stronger at 70 than I was at 40”—three strengthening exercises this trainer recommends for over 50s
This 71-year-old trainer is stronger than ever and can help you get there, too
By Lou Mudge Published
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Arnold Schwarzenegger says you can build strength at any age—all you need is his versatile full-body workout
Choose your weapon: bodyweight, bands, barbells or dumbbells
By Sam Rider Published
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If your back hurts when performing shoulder presses, use these three osteopath-approved exercises instead
Use these safe swaps to keep your deltoids strong and spine safe
By Sam Rider Published
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These are the six trainer-approved exercises women in their 50s should do every week
Must-do strength moves to future-proof your health
By Maddy Biddulph Published
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Fight menopausal weight gain with these five trainer-approved exercises to “build a body that supports you through every stage of life”
Lose menopausal weight by adding these five strength exercises to your routine
By Maddy Biddulph Published
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How to do a Romanian Deadlift without hurting your back—follow these expert form tips to build strength safely
Stop making these common mistakes, here’s how to do the move safely
By Maddy Biddulph Published
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I’m a personal trainer and these are the four exercises everyone should be able to do
New to exercise? Work on these four movements first
By Jennifer Rizzuto Published
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An expert trainer uses these eight moves to help her parents improve their strength and balance
How to future-proof your body in your 50s and 60s
By Alice Porter Published
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A physical therapist says weakness in this one muscle could be contributing to knee and back pain and there’s a simple way to check
The muscle plays a big role in the way we walk and run
By Alice Porter Published
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Forget push-ups—these are the home upper-body exercises this expert trainer does every day
To build upper-body strength you need to do this trainer’s favorite dumbbell exercises
By Maddy Biddulph Published