Forget what you’ve heard about "toning" vs. "building"—science proves all muscle is created equal, and your ultimate look depends on two factors you can actually control.

Coordinating dozens of muscles typically requires complex neural control, and it is unclear how much of that coordination must come from the brain versus the body’s structure. Professor Mitra Hartmann ...

The thigh muscles are part of your upper legs and contain some of the most powerful structures in your body. However, they are prone to injuries if they’re overstrained or impacted while playing a ...

You’ve probably heard the phrase “muscle memory” thrown around at some point, but it might not mean what you think it does. In fact, many everyday exercisers misunderstand the concept of muscle memory ...

Much like their name implies, the quadricep muscles were once thought to be a set of four muscles, with the name “quad” translating to “four or fourth” in Latin. However, it has since been discovered ...

Digital modelling of legendary fossil's soft tissue suggests Australopithecus afarensis had powerful leg and pelvic muscles suited to tree dwelling, but knee muscles that allowed fully erect walking.

The development of "superhuman" strength and power has long been admired in many cultures across the world. This may reflect the importance of these physical fitness characteristics in many facets of ...

Busy schedule, but serious about strength? Fitness trainer Britany Williams explains how 4 full-body moves in 30 minutes a day can support steady muscle growth.