Repeated exercise, or wasting, can change the way key genes work.

If you've let your workout routine slide, the first time back in the gym can be a humbling experience. Your shoulders quake and quads tremble at what were once easy lifts. Luckily, research suggests ...

Muscle memory is a commonly used term for motor skill acquisition and retention. Activities like cycling or swimming are good ...

You’ve probably heard the phrase “muscle memory” thrown around at some point, but it might not mean what you think it does. In fact, many everyday exercisers misunderstand the concept of muscle memory ...

While there are many benefits of strength training that don’t involve changing your body composition, experts often recommend ...

ONCE upon a time lifting weights was reserved for bodybuilders and gym bunnies. Now the health world is clear — we should ALL ...

Even modest amounts of strength training, even with lighter weights, can meaningfully preserve muscle and maintain your ...

Pumping iron isn’t the only way to pump the brakes on age-related muscle loss. While weight training has long been lauded as the key to building and maintaining muscle mass, experts say there are ...