One of the most well-known exercises is the squat. The exercise comes in countless variations — think: back squat, front squat, sumo squat — and can be performed with a variety of workout equipment, ...

The fitness world is divided: On one side, you’ve got the purists who swear by barbells, dumbbells, and kettlebells. This crew is all about functional strength—workouts that mimic real-life movements ...

FOR MOST OF recent gym history, Smith machines, the fixed-barbell weight racks commonly found in big box gyms and hotels, ...

Your favorite equipment might get you hurt. These are the gym machines you should never use and their safer, more effective alternatives. Let’s be clear: Not all fitness equipment is created equal.

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