Getting up from a low couch or rising from a restaurant booth without grabbing the table—these everyday movements reveal more about your fitness than most gym exercises. I've worked as a personal ...

At first blush, the ability to do lunges may not seem like a good way to measure functional fitness. But when you consider how many times a day you bend forward, climb stairs or reach for something on ...

Lower-body strength is a key indicator of overall fitness, mobility, and long-term health. One of the simplest ways to assess it doesn’t require a gym, special equipment, or advanced training—just a ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The moves below target your backside (from a variety of angles) and legs. Boost the intensity by replacing rest periods with ...

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, ...

Your legs contain some of the largest and most powerful muscle groups in your entire body, yet they’re often overlooked in favor of flashier upper body workouts ...