strength
Workouts
3 Strength Exercises for Better Knee Stability
Protect your joint with these simple moves.
By Jenny McCoy, C.P.T.
Fitness
The 8 Best Strength-Training Exercises for Beginners
Building a solid foundation is key.
By Linda Melone, Christa Sgobba, C.P.T., and Ciara Lucas, C.P.T., R.R.C.A.
Health
5 Simple Tests That Can Tell You About Your Longevity
They’re a quick snapshot of how you’re aging.
By Erica Sloan
Fitness
Why the 5x5 Workout Might Be the Key to Serious Strength Gains
Consider it your gateway to heavy lifting.
By Megan Falk, CPT
Fitness
This Viral Fitness Test Claims to Predict How Long You’ll Live—but There’s a Catch
Don’t freak if you stumble, wobble, or otherwise biff it.
By Korin Miller
Workouts
A Full-Body Workout for Beginners That Can Ease You Into Barbells
It doesn't need to be intimidating.
By Jenny McCoy, C.P.T.
Fitness
A Lower-Body Exercise Routine to Build Balance and Strength
Find stability and strength with this intense workout.
By Rozalynn S. Frazier, C.P.T.
Fitness
This 3-Move Chest Workout Will Help You Build Push-Up Strength
All you need are some dumbbells.
By Christa Sgobba, C.P.T.
Fitness
Why Everyone Who Exercises Should Train Their Chest Muscles
It’s not just about lifting more weight.
By Christa Sgobba, C.P.T.
Fitness
2-Circuit Strength Challenge
You only need 2 dumbbells to make this workout happen right now.
By Amy Eisinger, M.A., C.P.T.
Workouts
Sign Up Now for the SELF x Aaptiv 28-Day Sweat Challenge!
Start four weeks of cardio and strength workouts today!
By SELF Staffers
Fitness
Strength Builder Plus 3-Minute Cardio Push
Glutes, abs, and shoulders—this workout has it all!
By Meg Lappe, C.P.T. and Amy Eisinger, M.A., C.P.T.
Fitness
Upper-Body and Core Strength Routine
This workout comes with plenty of modifications so you can make this as challenging as you want.
By Amy Eisinger, M.A., C.P.T.
Fitness
5-Move Strength Burnout
Give this last workout everything you’ve got!
By Meg Lappe, C.P.T. and Amy Eisinger, M.A., C.P.T.
Fitness
Total-Body Strength Building Routine
Finish week 3 with this full-body strength routine.
By Meg Lappe, C.P.T.
Fitness
20-Minute Upper-Body Strength Workout
Amp up your heart rate with this quick hitting cardio workout filled with lots of jumps.
By Meg Lappe, C.P.T. and Amy Eisinger, M.A., C.P.T.
Fitness
5-Move Lower-Body Strength Workout
Build strength in your glutes, hamstrings, and core with this routine.
By Meg Lappe, C.P.T. and Amy Eisinger, M.A., C.P.T.
Beauty
17 Athletes Who'll Inspire You to Love Your Damn Self
Strength is a beautiful thing.
By Lindsey Lanquist