If you're new to lifting, you don't want to start with more specialized and, let's face it, awkward exercises like pistol squats and cossack squats. To build foundational muscle and strength, it's ...

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Getty Images There’s many training methods that can help you get freakishly strong, from ...

The 5x5 method is a strength training approach that has stood the test of time and remains a cornerstone for athletes, bodybuilders, and fitness enthusiasts worldwide. Its popularity is no accident; ...

After months (maybe years) of performing three sets of 12 reps on repeat, your muscles are likely craving a fresh—and heavier—training routine. One path forward: the 5x5 workout plan. The ...

There’s many training methods that can help you get freakishly strong, from the classic to 5-3-1 method, to Charles Poliquin’s infamous 6-12-15 protocol, and the cube method. But it can be hard ...