It can be intimidating to leap into the pit of iron and sweat, but the benefits are undeniable. These five lifts will earn you a spot in the rack, and deliver a healthy dose of respect.
November 16, 2018
•5 min read
Whatever your physique goal, these four workouts can help you make it happen. Add muscle where you want it and build shape to enhance your overall physique!
August 24, 2018
•15 min read
Join powerlifter, Bodybuilding.com Spokesmodel Search winner, and YouTube fitness stalwart Meg Squats in this wide-ranging conversation.
June 11, 2018
•42 min read
Team Bodybuilding.com athlete and IFBB Bikini Pro Taylor Chamberlain shares her fascinating story of finding her way in fitness, watching her parents take the stage when she was a teenager, and figuring out how to thrive with flexible dieting.
January 22, 2018
•19 min read
When it comes to the hamstrings, simply stretching isn't enough. Yoga is the answer! Build range of motion and overcome limitations with these three classic poses.
November 15, 2017
•2 min read
IFBB Bikini Pro and fitness model Amy Updike talks tats, nursing, implants, and how CrossFit inspired her to take up bikini competitions.
November 01, 2017
•19 min read
Welcoming a new addition to the family but not sure what it means for your workouts? Fit mama Jessie Hilgenberg has the answers.
August 30, 2017
•4 min read
Busy moms can often feel as though we are drowning in a sea of responsibilities. But we don't have to sacrifice our nutrition in the struggle to stay afloat.
July 30, 2017
If you're trying to starve yourself into a better body, you've got it all wrong. The path to a lean physique runs right through the kitchen.
July 16, 2017
You've probably heard them all: Training will make women bulky. Spot reduction works. Eat whatever you want as long as you exercise. Read on to separate fact from fiction.
March 28, 2017
•4 min read
Craving summer sun? It's never too early to get warm-weather ready. Learn how to sculpt your hamstrings and grow your booty with this bikini-pro-approved workout by one of our very own Bodybuilding.com athletes.
February 27, 2017
•3 min read
We all long for tight, rippling abs, right? But did you know that one ab exercise can actually make your waist bigger? Find out which one, and what to do instead.
February 26, 2017
•2 min read
Are your ankles the Achilles heel of your workouts? Learn the causes, then try these mobility drills that will have you squatting ass to grass in no time!
February 26, 2017
Not all weight gain is fat gain! Here are five perfectly normal and common reasons your number on the scale might read higher than expected. Some of them will definitely surprise you!
February 14, 2017
•5 min read
Think your struggles with handstands or push-ups are all about big muscles? Think again. The muscles around one small, vulnerable joint could be holding you back. Here's your plan to fortify them!
December 27, 2016
•5 min read
Low iron stores can have huge effects on how you feel and how you perform. Get the scoop on iron-deficiency symptoms, and learn how you can change your nutrition to improve your energy and performance!
November 13, 2016
•6 min read
Don't spend your precious vacation time cooped up in a tiny hotel gym. Get fit quick from the comfort of your room with this 7-move full-body workout!
November 06, 2016
There are plenty of great exercises to choose from today, but don't forget about the ones that built the great bodies from years ago! Use these 4 blasts from the past to perfect your own classic physique.
October 27, 2016
•5 min read
Don't let time be the enemy of your body and your goals! Use this intense 20-minute routine to get a full-body workout with nothing more than your own body weight and a pair of dumbbells.
October 17, 2016
You may draw a look or two when you perform these 6 moves in the gym, but don't let that stop you. All of them will build serious strength where it counts!
October 11, 2016
Constant sitting can cause pain and a host of postural problems. These 6 do-anywhere yoga poses will help you feel better and stand taller in no time!
September 06, 2016
•3 min read
Every woman wants to feel confident when stepping out on the town. Get ready to turn heads with Jessie Hilgenberg’s signature Rock the Dress workout!
August 07, 2016
Get to know the four remarkable weightlifters representing the United States in the 2016 Olympics, and discover what makes each one worth cheering for over the next two weeks in Rio!
August 04, 2016
Lyss underwent bariatric surgery, but it wasn't enough. To shed over 200 pounds, she first had to overcome a lifetime of poor eating habits.
August 01, 2016
Protein is an essential component of the muscle-building process. Yet, many women stray away from consuming enough protein for maximum results. Let go of fear, bust through myths, and learn about the power of protein!
July 30, 2016
There's something undeniably impressive about a woman who can bust out clean, strong push-ups, chins, and back bridges. Take control of your body by moving it with this routine!
July 30, 2016
•7 min read
Here's all you need to know about weight training, nutrition, cardio, and supplements so you can walk into the gym and rock it!
July 20, 2016
•36 min read
If you want to really rock that tank top at the gym or go sleeveless during summer, then girls gotta do curls, too. Learn all about arm training and try three full workouts to sculpt your arms!
July 20, 2016
•7 min read
Building muscle isn't rocket science. With the right mindset, a straightforward approach, and these 6 simple tips, you can surprise yourself in just a few weeks!
July 20, 2016
•5 min read
Who is Zuzka Light, and how did she rise to the top of the fitness world? Learn the story behind this inspirational online trainer and author.
July 20, 2016
•3 min read
Your metabolism never takes a break, even while you sleep. Give it the energy it craves with easy-to-make snacks that fuel muscle growth!
July 20, 2016
If you think the fridge of an IFBB figure pro changes for the worse after having a baby, you're wrong. Check out the fridge of fit mama Jessie Hilgenberg.
July 19, 2016
•3 min read
Hating on each other stopped being cute a long time ago. It's time for all of the dominant fitness paradigms to stop infighting and unite against a common enemy!
July 18, 2016
•5 min read
Need a game plan to achieve that hot summer bod? Two expert athletes share their best tips to help you trim away the fat—and the excuses—from your body and your life!
July 18, 2016
•5 min read
Strong women were made for leg day. Ashley Horner wants to push you out of your comfort zone and under more weight than you're used to, because she knows you've got this!
July 07, 2016
•1 min read
Get in a quick total-body workout and get on with your day. All you need is your body and a few feet of floor space, but you'll definitely feel like you've accomplished something after 15 minutes!
July 04, 2016
Your leg days for the next three months are officially set. Here are 4 complete lower-body routines to build the best legs on the beach!
June 26, 2016
•7 min read
