Fact checked by Nick Blackmer Squats are an effective exercise for lower-body strength, but small form mistakes can increase ...

In my years of carrying out movement assessments (22 clients and counting this week alone) and spending far too much of my life in gyms, I have seen more than my fair share of poor squat form. The ...

If you’re looking to improve your squatting form, consider holding a weight. It may sound counterintuitive—after all, tacking on resistance typically makes a move more challenging—but when it comes to ...

Squats help protect muscle, bone density and independence as you age. Here’s how to squat properly after 40, plus the best ...

What do Simone Biles and squats have in common? They’re both the absolute G.O.A.T.s when it comes to fitness and strength. Squats make day-to-day movements—like sitting down and standing up—easier, ...

If you’re a regular at bootcamp classes or enjoy testing out your strength in the free weight area with a personal trainer, you’ve probably been told the same few things countless times when you get ...

Former NBA coach Keke Lyles, who worked with elite athletes like Steph Curry, said he always includes the goblet squat in workouts for better core strength.Courtesy of Keke Lyles A former NBA coach ...

There are various improper squat form variations, but the butt wink is one that can lead to lower back pain in the future. Here's what to know and how to prevent it. One thing that’s never crossed my ...

Strong legs change how you move through every day. They help you stand up with ease, climb stairs confidently, and stay ...

The Squat. Capital 's'. With or without weight, it's widely regarded as the best exercise you can do. But one that's easy to get a little bit wrong and ruin all those benefits. So here's Kaia Health's ...

You may think you know how to squat. I certainly did. But after spending two hours at Cedar Street Barbell Club’s Squat School, I realized just how much I had to learn. When I showed up outside his ...

The weight position is what makes the difference. The goblet squat involves holding a free weight—either a kettlebell or a dumbbell—in front of you at chest level as you do the move. This positioning ...