There are two main versions of the plank. While some trainers will have you get into a high plank—the position you hit at the top of a push-up—others will have you prop yourself up on your forearms ...

When you think of training your upper body, your mind likely jumps to muscles like the biceps, triceps, shoulders, and chest. Yes, these are all so important for a strong bod. But your routine may be ...

To build arm muscle you need to focus on strengthening exercises like chin-ups, push-ups, and tricep extensions. Here's a ...

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Some of the most fun (and Instagrammable, let’s be honest) parts of yoga are inversions. But if you’ve ever tried sticking one of the upside-down poses and ended up in a crumpled heap on your living ...

Variety is the spice of life, and that includes your core workout. So if your traditional plank hold (albeit effective) is feeling a little stale, add some heat with a side plank. “More balance, more ...

You have 20 muscles in your forearm, the part of your arm between your elbow and your hand. They help you move your arms, hands, and fingers and perform many of the tasks of daily life. You can strain ...

Providing forearm support is an effective intervention to prevent musculoskeletal disorders of the upper body and aids in reducing upper body pain associated with computer work, according to a study ...

Brachioradialis pain can feel like extreme tightness in your forearm. It may also cause pain that worsens when you use your forearm muscles. Treatment can involve stretching and strength training.