THE BARBELL BACK squat is one of the most renowned lifts in the gym. For good reason, too: the exercise challenges some of the biggest muscles in the body, promotes muscle growth, and builds strength.

Ton your legs, abs, back and glutes with this super-effective workout move. A barbell squat is exactly what it sounds like—a squat done with weight in the form of a barbell that rests on the traps and ...

Plus, common mistakes to avoid.

Squats are one of the very best exercises for your legs, and nearly everybody who lifts heavy weights regularly does some form of squat. But perhaps you’ve heard that squats are bad for your knees, or ...

As a trainer, it’s my job to support my clients and get them to do things they never thought they could do. One of the biggest challenges, especially with my clients who are women, is the barbell.

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." In addition to deadlifts and chest presses, squats are considered one of the “big three” lifts since they ...

Of all the equipment in the gym, the barbell might be the most intimidating. Step up to a squat rack and you’re often surrounded by gym bros slamming and grunting, hulking around impressive (and ...

PUSHING YOUR LIMITS in the gym can be fulfilling as you build muscle and strength and develop even more intangible traits like discipline and toughness. For some guys though, that's not enough. They ...

The bilateral squat is one of the most common leg exercises seen in strength training programs for runners, but it’s also commonly performed with less than ideal form. Simple put, a squat involves ...