For years, women were told to train differently because of their hormones. New research suggests the fundamentals of building strength and muscle look remarkably similar across sexes.

Women are the stronger sex, says professional bodybuilder and debut author Anne Marie Chaker. They live longer, their muscles are more fatigue-resistant, and they have the power to create life. But ...

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This summer I'll step onstage to compete as a professional athlete for the first time—at 50. I'll wear a fuchsia bikini small enough to fit in a Ziplock bag, pose and flex in clear heels, and strike a ...

As a kid, I was fascinated with the idea of being strong. I was drawn to women who challenged expectations and pushed boundaries—Wonder Woman was my hero and I admired powerhouse female athletes like ...

When many people think of women over 50, they imagine slowing down, covering up, fading into the background. But across gyms—and even onstage—a whole new and unexpected generation is lifting, flexing, ...

The plank is one of the most well-known fitness exercises. The forearm plank requires no equipment, strengthens the core, and is considered a key component for stable posture and a healthy back. Yet, ...