Beth Skwarecki is Lifehacker’s Senior Health Editor, and holds certifications as a personal trainer and weightlifting coach. She has been writing about health for over 10 years. Ready for leg day?

Odds are that you've done a squat or two before, as they're a common exercise you likely learned in gym class. However, do you know the proper form for a squat and what muscles it works? Ensuring ...

Contrary to what you may think, you don’t need heavy weights to build leg strength. While a set of dumbbells can be a helpful tool while training, it’s also possible to strengthen your quads, calves, ...

Dr. Nick Pappas, a board-certified hand surgeon in the New Orleans area, is sharing the exercise he believes will help you live longer — squats. “If there’s one exercise you should try to do ...

Press through your heels to stand up. Squeeze your glutes at the top of the movement. Slowly lower yourself back down with ...