Fitgurú on MSN

Heavy weights vs. light weights: Which builds more muscle according to science?

Should you lift heavy weights or use lighter loads with more reps to maximize muscle growth? This question has divided ...
The Manual on MSN

Light weights vs. heavy weights: Which approach is better for your fitness goals?

Whether you are a newbie in the gym or you are an experienced lifter who simply wants to see gains a bit faster, having an ...
The Spokesman-Review

Ask the doctors: Lifting heavy weights may be beneficial for older adults

Dear Doctors: I enjoy lifting heavy weights. It makes me stronger and helps me feel energized. The trainer at my gym says that, because I’m 84 years old, it’s not a good idea. He’s been after me to ...
Runner's World

Here’s Why (and How) Runners Should Lift Heavy Weights

If you’ve gotten a little too comfortable with the same five- and 10-pound dumbbells, you’ve come to the right place. To convince you it’s time to lift heavy weights, we spoke with strength experts ...
Lifehacker

No, Light Weights and Heavy Weights Can't Give You the Same Workout

In the world of exercise, variety abounds. You can lift light weights, or heavy weights, or no weights at all. You can run fast, or run slow, or strap on a pair of roller skates. If you don’t exercise ...

What’s Better: Heavy Weights or High Reps?

“People get focused on the weight on the bar because of the term ‘load’ in progressive overload,” says Norton, but more reps ...