“The key to a successful exercise program is variety. Completing a balance of aerobic, muscle-strengthening, and flexibility ...

Patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS) is a common cause of knee pain. It happens when the area at the front of the knee, behind the kneecap, becomes overloaded. Share on Pinterest FreshSplash/Getty ...

In lifting circles, the barbell back squat is often considered the king of exercises. But what if—either due to injury or an inability to get the form right—you can’t squat? You train one leg at a ...

The best way to avoid common problems like runner’s knee is to strengthen the muscles that support this important joint.

Bend both knees to 90 degrees to lower down in the lunge. Press through your front heel to return to standing. If the reverse ...

Back pain can make you nervous about tying your shoes, let alone working out. However, while resting a painful back may help for a time, often getting back in the gym and moving makes it feel better, ...

Home exercises can effectively relieve joint pain that's intensified by winter's chill, low humidity, and reduced activity ...

Step forward with right foot while keeping left foot in place. Bend both knees 90 degrees. Front right knee should track over ...

Building strong, muscular quads is best done with a combination of compound exercises—squats, lunges, leg presses—and isolation work, such as leg extensions. Tack on some powerful plyometric moves, ...

Pain in the front of the knee often results from injury or overuse of the muscles and joints. It can also be a symptom of conditions such as arthritis. Treatment may include rest, pain relief, and ...

Everyone deals with random aches and pains from time to time. But when it comes to a sharp pain in the front of your thigh, there are several possible causes. The pain may be due to muscle injury, ...