Crunch prides itself on offering oddball group exercise classes, like pole dancing, cycle karaoke, and sandbag weightlifting on indoor surfboards. So, no surprise that it’s so far the only gym in L.A.

Gym equipment was never designed for just one type of exercise, even if, over time, certain machines started getting associated with individual exercises. For example, the Smith machine with squats, ...

New Mariners performance coordinator Danny Garcia demonstrates a pulley workout under the watch of Dr. Marcus Elliott in the Mariners weight room in Peoria, Ariz.

Kinesis is a cable and pulley workout system that allows us to work out with over 550 functional training movements. The pulleys are designed to accommodate movement in any direction while being in ...

Ab work can be a drag, but building a strong core is worth it in the long run. A stronger core can help with day-to-day functioning — whether you're lifting heavy bags or dragging yourself up out of ...

Cable machines are widely used in commercial and home gyms because they offer consistent resistance and a wide range of motion. Many lifters rely on them to add variety and improve muscle control.