This is one of the most fundamental dumbbell exercises for the lats, says TJ Mentus, a certified personal trainer. “The lats work to pull the elbows into the sides and keep the shoulders back,” he ...

It’s incredibly functional, and it hits a whole bunch of muscles at once. Here's how to do the exercise without injuring your ...

TO FORGE A balanced physique, training your back muscles will be absolutely essential. One of the most consequential of your back muscles will be your lats—and there are plenty of lat-focused ...

A dumbbell pullover can make or break your chest and back, depending on how you do it. Dumbbell pullovers are one of those ...

Bodyweight exercises provide the perfect path to a beginner strength routine, but when you’re ready to take your resistance exercises to the next level, a dumbbell workout is the way to go. You don’t ...

Gym machines may look cool, but when it comes to building muscle and strength in your upper body, all you really need is the humble dumbbell and this workout. Perfect if you’re pushed for time, this ...

Trying to maintain a strict fitness schedule is hard during the festive season, even for the most disciplined fitness enthusiasts. Instead of trying to stick to your usual routine, shorten your ...

Whether you’re working out at the gym or at home, dumbbells are one of the best ways to level up your fitness routine, target specific muscle groups, and build full-body strength and balance. They’re ...

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