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Build a Bigger, Stronger Chest With These Resistance Band Exercises
When you hear “resistance band workout,” a set of jacked pectoral muscles may not be the first image that comes to mind. But resistance band chest exercises — even those that utilize the smallest “mini” band — can effectively build strength and mass in the chest...
Skip the Gym — Work Your Chest and Triceps at Home With These 7 Moves
You can get a great chest and triceps workout at home without weights — take it from Robert Herbst, a 19-time World Champion powerlifter and member of the AAU Strength Sports Hall of Fame. His go-to move for strengthening the chest and triceps at home? Standard...
Element 26 Hybrid Leather Weightlifting Belt Review (2023)
We receive free products and receive commissions through our links. See disclosures page.A weightlifting belt may not have a long list of features, but it’s a valuable tool that can help keep you safe, stable, and supported during your training sessions. As a longtime...
Here’s How Taylor Swift Got in Shape for Her Absolutely Grueling Eras Tour
There’s no way you can watch footage of Taylor Swift’s electrifying Eras Tour—where she performs for roughly three straight hours per show—and not wonder how on earth she managed to pull off such an impressive feat of physical and mental endurance. Now we have our...
Why You Shouldn't Wash Raw Chicken
As with raw eggs, uncooked chicken can contain salmonella and other disease-causing germs. So should you wash chicken before cooking it? For years, experts have urged caution and good hygiene practices when handling raw pieces of the bird. Many people thought they...
20 Exercises That Will Make Your Quads Scream (With Joy, Kind Of)
If you’re strength training regularly, there’s a good chance you’re already working your legs to some extent. Adding a few dedicated quad exercises to the mix, though, can ensure you’re maximizing this major muscle group. And that can really make a difference in your...
Stevia vs. Sugar: A Sweetener Stand-Off
In an effort to slash sugar while still getting a taste of the sweet life, many consumers and food companies have started using stevia in everything from coffee to protein shakes. While the general thought is that stevia leaf extract is healthier than sugar, there are...
Chest-Supported Row vs. Bent-Over Row: Which Variation is Best for Building a Bigger Back? – Breaking Muscle
It’s no secret that building a well-developed back entails plenty of pulling exercises and enough protein to support your strength- and muscle-building efforts. While there are different routes you can take to achieve that sculpted look, the best back workouts revolve...
This Simple Exercise Targets Your Shoulders and Triceps at the Same Time
If you’re looking to work the small but mighty muscles in the front of your upper body, the dumbbell shoulder press is a great way to do so. The simple yet effective exercise can help you build strength, sure, but it’ll also help set the stage for healthier joints.You...
A Little Sweat Never Hurt Nobody: The Ultimate Beyoncé Workout Playlist
True story: When I was interviewing for the role of editor in chief of SELF—by far the most intense hiring process I’ve ever been through—I pulled up Homecoming on Netflix multiple times, usually the nights before the biggest conversations, when I really needed to...
Citric Acid Is in Everything: Does That Means It's OK to Consume?
Skim the ingredient list of many beverages, jams, canned vegetables, or frozen foods and you’re likely to come across one that you can actually pronounce — citric acid. Despite its prevalence, few consumers know what it is or where it comes from. (Though that first...
The New Adidas Supernovas Are a Surprisingly Supportive Running Shoe
The two things that stuck out for me with the Supernova Rise were the comfort and the support they offered. As a heel-striker, I definitely noticed and appreciated the extra foam in the back of the shoe—my legs felt fresher than I expected after a 10-miler, my longest...
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