This no-equipment movement is helping people rebuild upper-back strength, improve posture, and feel stronger at home—fast.

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 ...

The upper back is an important enough area to train that many gym rats devote two whole days to it each week—this is what “pull day” really means. With strong lats and other upper back muscles, you ...

If two feels too tough, use one weight at a time. Either alternate sides or drop one dumbbell completely and perform all reps ...

Maintaining proper form is essential to avoid injuries and get the most out of the single-arm bent-over row. Start by ...

If you're serious about building a strong, muscular back, it’s time to rethink your upper-body workouts. Sure, barbell rows and weighted pullups are staples—but if total upper-body mass is the goal, ...

Strengthening your back helps align your spine and reduce slouching. Try these eight exercises for a stronger back.

For those interested in a stronger back, the row is ideal. Easy to learn, this exercise involves holding onto some form of resistance while pulling the arms from the front of the body toward the back.

Strength training supports healthy aging by preserving muscle, bone density, metabolic health, and independence.

This is one of the most fundamental dumbbell exercises for the lats, says TJ Mentus, a certified personal trainer. “The lats work to pull the elbows into the sides and keep the shoulders back,” he ...