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 ...

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.

A personal trainer recommends that women over 40 try this strength exercise for a strong and mobile lower body.

First things first - weightlifting does not make women bulky or put them at any greater risk of injury than men. Rather it can help women gain stronger and leaner muscles, while boosting both their ...

Struggling with barbell squats? Focus on building strength first! Try these 9 exercises to boost your strength and improve your barbell squat performance. If you are a gym freak or even a beginner, ...

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It’s named after Ed Zercher, a Strongman competitor from America in the 1930s and, although a little more technical than traditional barbell squats, they can be a good variation for beginners. They ...