A wacky strongman believes he has become the first person in the world to pull a car with his penis — while on fire. And he insists the fantastical phallic stunt was a bid to raise awareness for prostate cancer. John Stephenson, 50, hauled a 2-ton French police car 131 feet along a residential street … Read more
A popular gym supplement could be doing squat. While some supplements have scientifically-backed benefits, not all do the heavy lifting they claim to by building muscle, enhancing power output and boosting brain performance. And the impacts of one especially popular addition to any gym-goer’s routine actually depend on three major factors. Despite its safety and … Read more
Between a rock-hard body and a soft place. Lifting weights has been shown to strengthen muscles, boost brain health and lower the risk of several health conditions, such as diabetes and cardiovascular disease. While pumping iron can build sturdy muscles, some moves may cause other areas of the body to go soft. While lifting weights … Read more
Forget leg day. Hybrid training is the fitness world’s latest obsession, promising to make participants faster, stronger and more resilient than ever. Next month, New Yorkers will get a front-row look as Hyrox, the world’s largest mass-participation hybrid fitness race, returns to Pier 76 at Hudson River Park for an epic eight-day showdown. Hybrid fitness … Read more
Some people describe an epiphany as having been “hit by a truck.” For Suzanne Luhr, this isn’t just a figure of speech. The lifelong Wyoming resident was in her 50s when she was literally struck by a truck, cycling down a busy Laramie street on a lunch break from her job as a geologic map-maker … Read more
Swole — without the serious side effects. For generations, gym rats have turned to illicit steroid use for bigger muscles, despite the numerous side effects and dangerous risks, from roid rage and infertility to, in some cases, death. But the landscape of muscle-building is being reshaped as a growing number of fitness bros ditch the … Read more
It’s a growing problem that’s long been overlooked. For decades, body image issues have been pegged as primarily a female struggle, with one study finding that 53% of American girls are “unhappy with their bodies” by age 13. Now, experts say the epidemic is increasingly reaching boys and young men — and while their female … Read more
All exercise is good exercise — but certain kinds may help you live longer than others. The widely accepted belief that movement is medicine is true for so many reasons, from improving your mental health to decreasing your risk of an early death. But new research shows that some types of exercise may be better … Read more
“Most of us have grown up influenced by a society overly obsessed with looking healthy at the expense of being healthy,” writes Dr. Gabrielle Lyon, D.O., in “The Forever Strong™ Playbook: A Six-Week, Science-Based Plan to Sharpen Your Mind, Strengthen Your Body, and Get Healthy at Any Age” (Atria Books; Jan. 27). We chase quick … Read more
Pump the brakes! As fitfluencers push powerlifting, weight training and “whatever it takes” to get toned, more women are turning to steroids to beef up their bods. Research suggests that about 4% of women have used anabolic steroids at least once, up from 1.6% a decade ago. There are certainly benefits of strength training for … Read more
This biohacking center is taking “work smarter, not harder” to a whole new level. At Upgrade Labs, members trade dumbbells for data, using cutting-edge technology and AI to tailor every rep, sprint and recovery period to their unique biology — delivering huge gains with half the grind. “Our goal is to have people come in … Read more
Jennifer Aniston is done with the “no pain, no gain” mindet. “That’s not true at all. You can actually have gain with no pain,” she told People earlier this year. Now her personal trainer has broken down what that means on a practical level, telling The Post which exercises are crucial — and how you … Read more
When it comes to weight-resistance exercise, you can choose free weights such as dumbbells or barbells. Or weight machines, which are often driven by cables or levers. You can use resistance bands or tubes to build strength. Or try pushups and pullups — old standbys that create muscle overload by using your own body weight. … Read more
There’s no ifs, ands, or flabby butts about it. “The squat is your powerhouse,” Kristin Collins, a trainer at Life Time fitness club, told The Post. Whether you’re scooping up your toddler, sliding into your car or settling onto the porcelain throne, being able to drop it low and stand back up is essential to … Read more
Getting to the gym is tough enough — throw a baby bump into the mix, and it can feel nearly impossible. Studies show that many pregnant women fall short of recommended exercise guidelines, thanks in part to outdated myths that make working out while you’re expecting seem risky. But Alissa Mosca, 33, isn’t sweating the … Read more
Stay strong! Menopause — commonly referred to as “the change” because menstruation permanently stops — is associated with a slew of symptoms, including sleeplessness, weight gain, plummeting energy, increased risk of heart disease, insulin resistance and mood fluctuations. While many women turn to hormone therapy, medications and alternative treatments like acupuncture and hypnosis, experts say maintaining muscle mass through … Read more
A popular gym supplement might be doing squat to build muscle, according to an eye-popping new study. Creatine is a naturally occurring chemical found in muscle cells and foods such as red meat, fish and poultry. Many athletes take creatine supplements because they are purported to increase muscle mass, enhance power output and boost performance. … Read more
Many people have vowed to change their lives on Jan. 1 after a big night of ringing in the New Year — but experts have weighed in on whether exercising with a hangover is a good thing. A study published in the journal Addictive Behaviours looked at 1676 undergraduate students. They’d all had at least … Read more
This mom is lifting her kids to drop some weight. Cassie Morrison, 26, couldn’t keep the weight off — until she began using her children as the most adorable workout equipment. “My weight was out of control — I was constantly gaining weight and I wouldn’t want my pictures taken and I wouldn’t even take my son … Read more
Don’t even think about tapping that grass. When Dr. Scott Brotherton was recently asked what’s something that he would never do as an orthopedic surgeon, he said, “squats past 90 degrees,” also known as deep squats. Two major types of deep squats are parallel — when you lower your hips until your thighs are parallel … Read more