There’s a lot of debate about weight machines in the fitness world. Some people gravitate towards them because they seem a ...

‘The Smith machine is a barbell fixed to vertical (sometimes slightly angled) steel rails so the bar moves in a single guided ...

Unlike many machines at the gym, the cable pulley has stood the test of time. That's because the cable pulley and cable crossover machines are some of the most versatile pieces of gym equipment, ...

Planning to hit the gym during rush hour? You’ll have much better luck finding an open elliptical machine than a bench press, squat rack or 30-pound dumbbells. Strength training — also called weight ...

Randal Claytor is an associate professor of kinesiology, nutrition and health at Miami University. When you enter the gym, which way should you head first? Toward the treadmills and spin studio to get ...

Are weighted vests more than a fitness fad? A health and exercise expert explains their potential benefits and limitations.