Beth Skwarecki is Lifehacker’s Senior Health Editor, and holds certifications as a personal trainer and weightlifting coach. She has been writing about health for over 10 years. Your shoulders are an ...

You may have heard the terms "pull" and "push" thrown around by fitness influencers or trainers. But what exactly does a "pull-day" workout mean? It's exactly what it sounds like: a workout comprised ...

A trainer shares 4 gentle shoulder exercises after 60 that rebuild strength with light resistance, no heavy lifting.

Healthy shoulders require more than just pressing weight overhead. The shoulder is one of the most mobile joints in the body, ...

It's easy to assume pull-ups are all about the arms—but the real engines behind a strong, controlled rep are the back and shoulders. In fact, if you’ve ever tried (and struggled) to get your chin over ...

Your posture can suffer if you spend a lot of time hunched in front of a computer or sitting on a couch or chair. But your workout can improve your posture — as long as you're focusing on the right ...

The shoulder plays a key role in movements necessary for everyday activities. Older adults can protect their shoulders by performing exercises that focus on strength and mobility. Reaching, lifting, ...

MOST THINGS WE do are forward-facing. We walk forward, reach forward, bend forward—of course, because we primarily see in front of us. That’s caused us to put an emphasis on the aesthetics of the ...

A certified trainer shares 4 morning exercises that restore shoulder strength and overhead mobility after 60 without gym machines.

A strong set of shoulders is important for an active daily life. Not only does the shoulder joint have the largest range of motion in the body, but the muscles of the shoulder girdle are also ...

Fun fact: The shoulder joint is the most flexible joint in the body because of its ball-and-socket structure, which allows for a wide range of movements. Shoulder mobility exercises and stretches can ...