If you're looking to strengthen your lower body, squats are one of the most effective exercises you can do. As a compound exercise that works several large and powerful muscle groups, squats get your ...

According to data from Strength Level, the ‘average squat weight for a female lifter is 73kg’. But this only applies to a 1RM (one-rep max – the maximum weight you can lift for one rep). Here are the ...

Strong legs change how you move through every day. They help you stand up with ease, climb stairs confidently, and stay ...

THE BARBELL BACK squat is one of the most renowned lifts in the gym. For good reason, too: the exercise challenges some of the biggest muscles in the body, promotes muscle growth, and builds strength.

According to author and competitive powerlifter Tim Henriques, achieving a squat of 1.5 times your body weight is an excellent benchmark to aim for as you progress beyond the beginner stage after 6 to ...