Muscle cramps are caused by sudden contractions, which are often brought on by dehydration, overexertion, or certain medical ...

Running helps build muscles like your glutes, quads, and hamstrings. But you need to challenge yourself consistently or else you could lose muscle.

We've all been there before. Running along the basketball court or swimming across the pool, when, all of a sudden, we experience a sharp pain in our foot or leg. Muscle cramps are common, affect ...

In 2021, just shy of my 25th birthday, I was in the best shape of my life—I had just hit personal records in preparation for my first powerlifting competition. But one day I bent down to pick ...

It had been a long day and Cathryn Roeck turned to a favorite method to de-stress — an after-work run. Roeck, who uses the pronouns they and them, headed into the crisp early evening darkness in ...

Leg day is a staple in any well-rounded workout routine. And while many people make it a priority for a peachier backside or toned calves, strong legs are essential for reasons beyond aesthetics. In ...

Research shows that strong legs and glutes don’t just help you move better—they can protect your spine, balance, and even ...

When it comes to gym machines, the leg press is a solid choice for isolating your lower body. As a compound exercise that hits multiple lower-body muscle groups at once, it's also a great way to work ...

You’ve probably heard it a million times: “Nothing beats squats for leg day!” But what if I told you there might actually be a better option for toning those legs? As a certified personal trainer, ...