THERE ARE FEW more direct expressions of strength than the deadlift. The movement is as simple as anything else you'll find yourself doing in a gym: You pick a heavy load up off the ground, then you ...

When it comes to building your lower body muscles, squats and lunges are probably the first exercises that come to mind, and for good reason — both target most of the major muscle groups in your legs, ...

In the world of powerlifting, few lifts command as much respect—or as much scrutiny—as the deadlift. According to experts at ...

For years, the conventional deadlift has been treated as a cornerstone of strength training. It’s hard to argue with an exercise that builds total-body power and demands focus, grit, and good form.

The Romanian deadlift (RDL) is a lesser-known variation of the classic deadlift, which strengthens the glutes and hamstrings. Not only does this version put less stress on your lower back than a ...