Latest articles by Sam Hopes
Can you build better strength and muscle using the mind-muscle connection? We asked expert trainers
The mind-muscle connection is crucial for building strength and muscle and preventing injury during exercise — here’s why, according to expert trainers.
Yes, you can build upper-body strength without the gym — thanks to this 3-move kettlebell workout
Yes, you can build upper-body strength without the gym, and all you need is a kettlebell, three moves and 30 minutes.
Circular Ring 2 is now available to pre-order — and you could save up to $310 right now
The Circular Ring 2 is now available for pre-order, and you could save up to $310 by purchasing the ring early before shipping begins in June 2025.
3 moves, no weights — this 15-minute bodyweight workout builds muscle and and boosts metabolism
Boost your metabolism and strengthen your body with this three-move bodyweight workout designed by a personal trainer. It's beginner-friendly and only takes 15 minutes.
Yes, you can build core strength without weights — thanks to a personal trainer’s 3 bodyweight abs exercises
Build core strength and stability using these three bodyweight abs exercises recommended by a personal trainer.
5 most effective kettlebell exercises personal trainers use themselves — and how they build strength and muscle
Here are 5 foundational kettlebell exercises personal trainers use themselves, and why.
Personal trainer shares 5-move ‘Centurion’ dumbbell workout to build full-body strength, muscle and stamina
The Centurion workout is a test of muscle endurance and stamina using 100 rep sets. Our in-house personal trainer designed one and tested it.
I'm a personal trainer — instead of push-ups, try this exercise to strengthen your upper body and core muscles
The Z press builds upper-body strength and stability from a seated position. Here's how to do it and the benefits.
I'm a personal trainer — these are the 3 simple rules to follow if you want to build strength and muscle
A personal trainer reveals three principles to follow if you want to build strength, muscle, or both.
I'm not exaggerating — this is one of my favorite abs exercises you can do sitting down to build a stronger core
Overhead seated leg raises build stronger core and hip muscles with or without weights. Here's how to do them and the benefits, according to a personal trainer.
What's the best kettlebell? I'm a personal trainer and these are my top picks
The best kettlebells for strength and conditioning, weightlifting, and home workouts, including Onnit, Primal and Amazon. Plus, the best kettlebells for CrossFit and competition.
Adding salt to your water is trending, so I tried it — and here's what happened after just two weeks
What does adding salt to your water do to your body? We tested it out for 14 days to see the benefits and drawbacks.
3 moves, no sit-ups — try this 15-minute dumbbell workout to build a strong core and hips
Build a stronger core and hip flexors using this 15-minute dumbbell routine, according to a personal trainer.
Personal trainer shares this one move to relieve lower back tension and reduce stiffness in your spine, and it really works
Open your hips and lower back using this one mobility exercise, according to a personal trainer.
Look no further — yes you can build strength and muscle in your core without sit-ups, and here's the move to try
Rower pike-ups are a bodyweight exercise for strengthening your core, hips and shoulders without hurting your spine. Here's how to do them.
Walking yoga is trending, so I tried it — here’s what happened to my body
What is walking yoga and what are the benefits? One writer put the workout trend to the test, and here's what happened.
Do you find push-ups uncomfortable? I’ve ditched stretches for 'sphinx presses' to build upper-body mobility, strength and stability
Do you find push-ups uncomfortable? Add the sphinx push-up to your routine and watch your upper-body mobility, strength and stability transform.
Skip the treadmill — try this 5-move bodyweight workout to build endurance and boost your metabolism instead
Skip the burpees or treadmills and try this 5-move bodyweight workout to boost your cardio endurance and metabolism.
9 best cross training shoes 2025: tried, tested and reviewed by personal trainers
The best cross training shoes for weightlifting, CrossFit, and Hyrox, including models from Nike, Reebok, R.A.D, and NOBULL.
Best bike lights in 2025: Tested and reviewed
The best bike lights we've tested, including the best front and rear bike lights to keep you safe, as well as the best bike light sets.
11 best foam rollers 2025: tested and reviewed by our team
We tested the best foam rollers on the market to help you boost muscle recovery post-exercise. Here are our top picks.
Best home gym equipment 2025: Tested and reviewed by our fitness experts
We tested the best home gym equipment on the market, and these are our top picks.
Mobility coach and Olympic weightlifter recommends these 4 moves to unlock tight hips and boost overhead squat mobility
Mobility coach and former Olympic weightlifter Sonny Webster recommends the lever squat and three other moves to unlock overhead mobility.
