Being a former gymnast, I'd like to think my balance and stability are still on point. In reality, though, I'm not as nimble as I used to be (she says as a mid-twenty-something), so I'm always up for ...

This functional squat variation is becoming a favorite among fitness experts because it strengthens the legs, protects the ...

Building strong, muscular quads is best done with a combination of compound exercises—squats, lunges, leg presses—and isolation work, such as leg extensions. Tack on some powerful plyometric moves, ...

Squats are a fundamental and highly effective exercise for physical training, especially for those looking to increase strength and muscle mass. This movement involves bending the knees and hips and ...

Pistol squats are the type of exercise I love doing because they're challenging — but for that same reason, they aren't always my cup of tea. They're all about lower-body strength and balance, which I ...

LITTLE ROCK — Knee stability can be an extremely rewarding outcome of any fitness regimen, provided the exercises are performed with the utmost attention to proper form. The same exercise can improve ...

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"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Squats are one of the major compound lifts, and countless variations—back squats, goblet squats, split ...

60-second squat test after 55, from MA, CSCS Jarrod Nobbe. See score ranges and how to build leg strength safely.

If you're looking to amp up your at-home workout, look no further than a stability ball. Because you're working with less surface area, stability balls are great for testing your balance, strength, ...