Strength Training

If you find yourself not making any gains or simply want a different exercise program, here are six ways using heavy weights can help you make the changes you want to see in your body.

Strong glutes are essential, not only for aesthetics, but also for reducing your risk of injury and low-back pain. Plus, powerful glutes enable us to become more agile, jump higher, lift heavier, climb stairs, walk and/or run with less stress to the lower-chain joints, making everyday living and recreational activities more enjoyable and less taxing. Here are two three-exercise circuits that you can do at the home or gym to help build stronger, more powerful glutes.

Strong triceps are essential for making everyday tasks easier—they also make the arms and shoulders look fantastic. This mix-and-match workout featuring dumbbells and a resistance band is a great way to challenge and strengthen your triceps—and you’ll never get bored because you get to choose which exercises you do with every workout.

Strong biceps are essential for making everyday tasks easier, from picking up kids to carrying groceries. This mix-and-match workout featuring dumbbells and a resistance band is a great way to challenge and strengthen your biceps—and you’ll never get bored because you get to choose which exercises you do with every workout.

A healthy back is essential for good posture and being able to do all the things required by daily life. That’s why it’s worth taking the time to ensure your back muscles are strong and supportive. This 10-minute back workout focuses on both the upper- and lower-back muscles, and will make everything from carrying groceries to standing in line a whole lot easier.