THE PUSHUP IS the do-everything, no-gear exercise for the upper body—and maybe one of the best overall exercises you can do, period. After all, it requires no equipment, so it can be performed ...

Raising your heels makes your squat more quad-dominant, transferring a little more emphasis to the front of your body. Place ...

Without using momentum or swinging, pull your shoulders down so your chest raises first, then focus on bending the elbows and ...

Lifting weights isn't the only way to build strength and muscle. Experts say bodyweight exercises can go a long way and are a great way to get started if you don't feel like going to the gym. You ...

Developing bigger pectoral muscles, or "pecs," is one of the most common goals for anyone focused on building upper-body strength or improving their physique. After all, a strong, well-developed chest ...

Exercise can be a great way to lose weight, especially paired with the right diet. But if you are looking to build muscle, you may want to exercise while maintaining your current weight instead of ...

Many men over 40 find that building muscle, especially in the chest, feels more challenging than in their younger years.

You might assume that you have to lift heavy weight to get stronger, but research shows that's not necessarily the case. You can make real strides using just your own body weight. NPR's Will Stone ...