When pull-ups feel out of reach, there’s a proven gym move that can help you build real back strength. Lat pulldowns are a go ...

This is one of the most fundamental dumbbell exercises for the lats, says TJ Mentus, a certified personal trainer. “The lats work to pull the elbows into the sides and keep the shoulders back,” he ...

Lats might not be the most Instagrammable muscles, but that doesn't mean they aren't vital for being fit and healthy. We spoke to the experts about how to keep them on fleek Sometimes it's easy to let ...

When doing a lat pulldown, try to maintain control and not lean back too far while pulling down. It’s best to keep your back straight and lower the weight if you cannot maintain proper form. Apart ...

TO FORGE A balanced physique, training your back muscles will be absolutely essential. One of the most consequential of your back muscles will be your lats—and there are plenty of lat-focused ...

Beth Skwarecki is Lifehacker’s Senior Health Editor and has been writing about health, fitness, and science here since 2015. Beth was the recipient of the 2017 Carnegie Science Award in science ...

Compound exercises are the most comprehensive set of training to stimulate muscle mass. These exercises engage your whole body, including your glutes, forearms, back, and core. They may include heavy ...

Lee Haney’s back was the factor that led to his 8-year-long Mr. Olympia reign. Aspiring bodybuilders or fitness enthusiasts, ...

The muscles of the back tend to be forgotten about. People love glute and ab and arm workouts, after all. But when you have access to a resistance band, you’ll find that the stretchy workout tool ...

The back consists of large, complex muscles that support your trunk and spine. There are many types of back muscles, and they are all essential, helping you walk, bend, twist, and hold your body ...