Squat test after 60: hit 25 to 40 reps with perfect form, plus a NASM trainer’s tips to build elite leg power safely.
Lower-body strength is a key indicator of overall fitness, mobility, and long-term health. One of the simplest ways to assess it doesn’t require a gym, special equipment, or advanced training—just a ...
You don’t need lab data or a physical therapist to know whether your mobility holds up. The kitchen squat test gives you immediate, honest feedback on how well your hips, ankles, and spine still move ...
Beth Skwarecki is Lifehacker’s Senior Health Editor, and holds certifications as a personal trainer and weightlifting coach. She has been writing about health for over 10 years. Squats are one of the ...
These single-leg squats are a serious test of strength and mobility. Stand on one leg with your other leg in front of you. Keep your torso upright and gaze forwards. Squat as low as possible while ...