many took that to mean only heavy weights were helpful, says Dr. Phillips. Yet the more scientists look into it, the more ...

When someone mentions weight training, pictures of bulging muscles and chiseled physiques may spring to mind. However, the advantages of lifting weights ... in gallery A man standing on one ...

A denser and stronger skeleton is a major benefit to lifting weights. Helen Alexander, physiotherapy manager and rehabilitation lead at Nuffield Health, says: “Muscle-strengthening exercises ...

“Pumping iron” may conjure up images of muscly gym-goers sweating though a workout accompanied by over-the-top music, but developing a weight-lifting ... and stronger muscles and bones ...