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The next time you hit the gym for back and biceps day, consider adding these three barbell exercises to your upper body routine. Anyone can benefit from the moves below, including barbell beginners, ...

Have you ever noticed how your upper body feels weaker? Whether it is lifting heavy objects or performing everyday tasks, weak upper body muscles can make things hard for you. But don't worry—paying ...

This underrated bodyweight move is gaining attention among fitness experts in the U.S. for its ability to correct posture, protect the shoulders, and build real strength without gym machines.

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MOST THINGS WE do are forward-facing. We walk forward, reach forward, bend forward—of course, because we primarily see in front of us. That’s caused us to put an emphasis on the aesthetics of the ...

Spine Surgeon: These Uncommon Exercises Will Fix Neck and Upper-Back Pain for Men Over 40 originally appeared on Men's Fitness. Getting older means more wisdom, along with a whole lot more neck and ...

How to: Start standing on the mat, feet hip-width apart. Bring elbows together and up, arms in a 90-degree angle. Keeping core stable, open elbows as wide as possible and then bring them together ...

Just about everyone could benefit from adding more upper back stretches to their routine. While upper back pain isn't as common as lower back pain, factors like stress, poor posture, and muscle strain ...