A new study suggests that muscle strength, particularly grip strength, is associated with longevity and could offer a practical screening tool for aging-related risk.

Most of us take proactive steps to keep healthy over the long, cold winter. From vaccines and vitamins to hand washing and proper sleep, it takes some thought and effort to steer clear of the season’s ...

The truth is, maintaining strong muscles is essential for the health and quality of life of anyone, regardless of age or physical activity level. Beyond aesthetics, a robust musculature acts as a ...

If you're curious about starting a resistance training routine and not sure where to begin, start with these expert-recommended movements.

Muscle mass boosts metabolism, helping maintain weight and support healthy aging. Strong muscles lower chronic disease risk and support mobility, strength and immunity. Eat protein, stay active and ...

After 30, your body naturally begins to lose muscle mass—but the right gym routine can slow that process dramatically and ...

Most guys think they’ve cracked the dietary code for larger, stronger muscles: protein with a side of protein. But research—especially on the connective tissue that holds your muscles together and ...

When you think about muscles, you probably think about the ones in your arms, legs, back or abs. However, muscles do far more than move the body. A muscle is a type of tissue, a group of cells that ...

(Reuters Health) - Women who have more lean muscle mass or better grip strength may be less likely to experience a common type of urinary incontinence, a study suggests. That’s because strong muscles ...

Some workouts leave you buzzing, muscles pumping, and energy on high. Others leave you wondering if you made any progress at all. The difference often comes down to more than just the weight on the ...

Body builders have it right: vitamin E does help build strong muscles, and scientists appear to have figured out one important way it does it. Vitamin E has long known as a powerful antioxidant, and ...

Studies on the neurons of mice suggest our own human endurance may have more to do with the brain than our physique.