On arms day, triceps exercises tend to get thrown in as an afterthought once you’ve burned out your biceps and shoulders. But though the backs of our arms may not get top billing, that doesn’t mean ...

It is what the fitness enthusiasts call a muscle pump. This temporary swelling happens when blood rushes into the working ...

If you can’t do a push-up with proper form, don’t worry – you’re far from alone, and there are alternatives.Illustration: Carmen Casado/The Guardian Are push-ups really worth the hype? According to ...

It took me almost ten years to nail a full push up. With help from expert trainers, here’s what actually made the difference.