THE CHEST IS a muscle group that takes up a great deal of attention for physique-minded guys. If you pause a moment to think about why, you won't need long to figure out the appeal of chest-pumping ...

Some pieces of equipment are essential. You can't effectively hammer your legs and glutes without a leg press, squat rack, and barbell. But there are myriad ways to get big pecs with standing chest ...

When it comes to toning the upper body, the biceps and triceps may get all the love, but chest exercises shouldn’t be overlooked. Chest workouts offer a variety of benefits from building strength to ...

Chest exercises that'll help you build strength and muscle mass include pin press and floor press. You can also throw in some plyo and deficit push-ups or stick to regular push-ups to start. Chest ...

The chest is a powerful muscle group, but it’s not a complicated one. It’s composed primarily of two muscles (the pectoralis major and minor), and its main job is to perform a very specific action: ...

It is what the fitness enthusiasts call a muscle pump. This temporary swelling happens when blood rushes into the working ...

Building a strong, defined chest doesn’t require heavy weights or fancy machines—you can achieve an incredible pump with just your bodyweight. These no-equipment chest workouts are designed to ...

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. The major muscle in ...

Developing bigger pectoral muscles, or "pecs," is one of the most common goals for anyone focused on building upper-body strength or improving their physique. After all, a strong, well-developed chest ...