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Upper Body Strength

Browse 126 articles about upper body strength on LiftStrong. Evidence-based training and nutrition advice to help you get stronger and build muscle.

126 articles

The Perfect Push-Up Form: Common Mistakes and How to Fix Them
Push-Up Workouts

The Perfect Push-Up Form: Common Mistakes and How to Fix Them

4 min·Jeff·Aug 20, 2024
Weighted Pull-Ups: How to Progress and Build Massive Back Strength
Pull-Up Training

Weighted Pull-Ups: How to Progress and Build Massive Back Strength

3 min·Jeff·Aug 20, 2024
Plyometric Push-Ups: Explosive Power Training for Upper Body
Push-Up Workouts

Plyometric Push-Ups: Explosive Power Training for Upper Body

4 min·Jeff·Aug 20, 2024
Push-Pull-Up Superset Workout: Maximizing Upper Body Gains in Minimal Time
Pull-Up Training

Push-Pull-Up Superset Workout: Maximizing Upper Body Gains in Minimal Time

4 min·Jeff·Aug 20, 2024
What Nobody Tells You About Your First Year of Lifting
Strength Training

What Nobody Tells You About Your First Year of Lifting

12 min·Jeff·Feb 12, 2026
Full Body Barbell Only: A Minimalist Strength Program
Workout Programs

Full Body Barbell Only: A Minimalist Strength Program

11 min·Jeff·Feb 10, 2026
3-Day Powerbuilding Program: Where Strength Meets Size
Workout Programs

3-Day Powerbuilding Program: Where Strength Meets Size

12 min·Jeff·Feb 10, 2026
How to Do Dips Properly: Chest vs Tricep Variations
Training Techniques

How to Do Dips Properly: Chest vs Tricep Variations

8 min·Jeff·Feb 10, 2026
7-Day Full-Body Fitness Plan for Strength and Conditioning
Strength Training

7-Day Full-Body Fitness Plan for Strength and Conditioning

9 min·Jeff·Oct 3, 2024
Building Bigger Biceps Without Weights: The Ultimate Guide
Strength Training

Building Bigger Biceps Without Weights: The Ultimate Guide

1 min·Jeff·Oct 2, 2024
12-Week Full Body Transformation Plan: From Beginner to Fit
Strength Training

12-Week Full Body Transformation Plan: From Beginner to Fit

12 min·Jeff·Aug 20, 2024
4-Week Kettlebell-Only Workout Plan for Total Body Conditioning
Strength Training

4-Week Kettlebell-Only Workout Plan for Total Body Conditioning

6 min·Jeff·Aug 20, 2024
50-Minute Upper Body Hypertrophy Workout Using Dumbbells and Cables
Muscle Building

50-Minute Upper Body Hypertrophy Workout Using Dumbbells and Cables

5 min·Jeff·Aug 19, 2024
Muscle-Ups: The Ultimate Upper Body Exercise - How to Train and Achieve Your First
Pull-Up Training

Muscle-Ups: The Ultimate Upper Body Exercise - How to Train and Achieve Your First

4 min·Jeff·Aug 20, 2024
Push-Up to Row: Combining Push and Pull for a Complete Upper Body Workout
Push-Up Workouts

Push-Up to Row: Combining Push and Pull for a Complete Upper Body Workout

3 min·Jeff·Aug 20, 2024
45-Minute Cable Machine Workout for Upper Body Definition
Workouts

45-Minute Cable Machine Workout for Upper Body Definition

4 min·Jeff·Aug 19, 2024
Bodyweight Strength Training Exercises for Home Workouts
Bodyweight

Bodyweight Strength Training Exercises for Home Workouts

4 min·Jeff·Aug 19, 2024
How to Deload: When to Back Off and Why It Makes You Stronger
Recovery

How to Deload: When to Back Off and Why It Makes You Stronger

10 min·Jeff·Feb 19, 2026
Coming Back to the Gym After Time Off: How to Regain Muscle and Strength
Strength Training

Coming Back to the Gym After Time Off: How to Regain Muscle and Strength

11 min·Jeff·Feb 17, 2026
17 Inch Arms: How Long Does It Take and What It Actually Requires
Muscle Building

17 Inch Arms: How Long Does It Take and What It Actually Requires

8 min·Jeff·Feb 8, 2026
Upper Lower Split: The 4-Day Program for Intermediate Lifters
Workout Programs

Upper Lower Split: The 4-Day Program for Intermediate Lifters

12 min·Jeff·Feb 10, 2026
Leg Day for Beginners: Complete Lower Body Workout Guide
Workout Programs

Leg Day for Beginners: Complete Lower Body Workout Guide

11 min·Jeff·Feb 10, 2026
Chest Workout at Home: No Bench Needed
Workout Programs

Chest Workout at Home: No Bench Needed

10 min·Jeff·Feb 10, 2026
Cable Only Workout: A Full Body Gym Routine
Workout Programs

Cable Only Workout: A Full Body Gym Routine

11 min·Jeff·Feb 10, 2026
Deadlift Day: Complete Posterior Chain Workout
Workout Programs

Deadlift Day: Complete Posterior Chain Workout

12 min·Jeff·Feb 10, 2026
Hip Thrust Guide: Build Stronger Glutes and Hamstrings
Training Techniques

Hip Thrust Guide: Build Stronger Glutes and Hamstrings

8 min·Jeff·Feb 10, 2026
Alcohol and Muscle Growth: How Drinking Affects Your Gains
Nutrition

Alcohol and Muscle Growth: How Drinking Affects Your Gains

9 min·Jeff·Feb 10, 2026
Body Dysmorphia in Men: The Fitness Industry Hidden Problem
Fitness Lifestyle

Body Dysmorphia in Men: The Fitness Industry Hidden Problem

10 min·Jeff·Feb 10, 2026
5x5 StrongLifts: 8-Week Guide for Strength & Muscle
Strength Training

5x5 StrongLifts: 8-Week Guide for Strength & Muscle

15 min·Jeff·Dec 15, 2025
The Ultimate 20-Minute HIIT Workout
HIIT & Cardio

The Ultimate 20-Minute HIIT Workout

3 min·Sam·Feb 8, 2025
100 Push-Ups a Day: 30-Day Challenge Results
Push-Up Workouts

100 Push-Ups a Day: 30-Day Challenge Results

8 min·Sam·Oct 5, 2024
Progressive Overload: The Key to Continuous Gains
Strength Training

Progressive Overload: The Key to Continuous Gains

9 min·Jeff·Sep 1, 2024
How to Train Around Injuries and Still Build Strength
Strength Training

How to Train Around Injuries and Still Build Strength

1 min·Jeff·Feb 20, 2025
7 Strength Training Mistakes Sabotaging Your Gains—and How to Fix Them
Strength Training

7 Strength Training Mistakes Sabotaging Your Gains—and How to Fix Them

1 min·Jeff·Oct 12, 2024
10 Best Free Weight Exercises for Beginners
Strength Training

10 Best Free Weight Exercises for Beginners

5 min·Jeff·Sep 22, 2024
The Complete Guide to Body Recomposition: Lose Fat and Gain Muscle
Muscle Building

The Complete Guide to Body Recomposition: Lose Fat and Gain Muscle

4 min·Jeff·Aug 20, 2024
The Benefits of Compound Exercises in Strength Training
Strength Training

The Benefits of Compound Exercises in Strength Training

7 min·Jeff·Aug 19, 2024
15 Science-Backed Benefits of Strength Training for Men and Women
Strength Training

15 Science-Backed Benefits of Strength Training for Men and Women

4 min·Jeff·Aug 20, 2024
Strength Training for Runners: Improving Performance and Preventing Injuries
Strength Training

Strength Training for Runners: Improving Performance and Preventing Injuries

1 min·Jeff·Aug 19, 2024
The Ultimate Guide to Hybrid Training: Combining Strength and Conditioning for Maximum Results in 2025
Strength Training

The Ultimate Guide to Hybrid Training: Combining Strength and Conditioning for Maximum Results in 2025

10 min·Jeff·Jan 18, 2025
6-Week Bodyweight Bootcamp: No Equipment Home Workout Plan
Bodyweight

6-Week Bodyweight Bootcamp: No Equipment Home Workout Plan

9 min·Jeff·Aug 20, 2024
Strength Training for Improved Flexibility and Mobility
Recovery

Strength Training for Improved Flexibility and Mobility

2 min·Jeff·Aug 19, 2024
What Arm Size is Considered Big?
Strength Training

What Arm Size is Considered Big?

10 min·Jeff·Aug 20, 2024
Boost Your Fitness: Efficient 30-Minute Sunday Workout for Busy Schedules
Strength Training

Boost Your Fitness: Efficient 30-Minute Sunday Workout for Busy Schedules

3 min·Jeff·Feb 9, 2025
Slow Reps vs. Fast Reps: Finding the Optimal Tempo for Your Workouts
Strength Training

Slow Reps vs. Fast Reps: Finding the Optimal Tempo for Your Workouts

1 min·Jeff·Sep 21, 2024
10 Best Bodyweight Exercises for Total Fitness—No Equipment Needed
Bodyweight

10 Best Bodyweight Exercises for Total Fitness—No Equipment Needed

1 min·Jeff·Sep 12, 2024
From One-Session Wins to Long-Term Strength: Your Complete Guide to Sustainable Muscle Building
Muscle Building

From One-Session Wins to Long-Term Strength: Your Complete Guide to Sustainable Muscle Building

8 min·Jeff·Dec 5, 2024
Understanding the Difference: Muscle Building vs. Strength Training
Muscle Building

Understanding the Difference: Muscle Building vs. Strength Training

1 min·Jeff·Dec 5, 2024
Strength & Symmetry: The Science Behind the Ultimate 5-Day Training Split
Strength Training

Strength & Symmetry: The Science Behind the Ultimate 5-Day Training Split

1 min·Jeff·Dec 3, 2024
Winter Workout Gear Guide: What You Actually Need
Strength Training

Winter Workout Gear Guide: What You Actually Need

5 min·Jeff·Nov 27, 2024
Winter Sports Preparation: Strength Training for Skiing and Snowboarding
Strength Training

Winter Sports Preparation: Strength Training for Skiing and Snowboarding

1 min·Jeff·Nov 26, 2024
The Future of Fitness: 2025 Strength Training Revolution
Strength Training

The Future of Fitness: 2025 Strength Training Revolution

4 min·Jeff·Oct 27, 2024
The Ultimate Strength-Focused Workout Plan: Build Muscle and Boost Strength
Muscle Building

The Ultimate Strength-Focused Workout Plan: Build Muscle and Boost Strength

1 min·Jeff·Oct 13, 2024
Are You Making These Muscle-Building Mistakes at the Gym This Fall?
Muscle Building

Are You Making These Muscle-Building Mistakes at the Gym This Fall?

1 min·Jeff·Oct 7, 2024
Will One Cheat Day Make Me Gain Weight?
Strength Training

Will One Cheat Day Make Me Gain Weight?

1 min·Jeff·Aug 31, 2024
Transitioning Your Fitness Routine from Summer to Fall
Strength Training

Transitioning Your Fitness Routine from Summer to Fall

1 min·Jeff·Sep 23, 2024
The Ultimate Guide to 5x5 Training: Boost Your Strength and Size
Strength Training

The Ultimate Guide to 5x5 Training: Boost Your Strength and Size

1 min·Jeff·Sep 23, 2024
How to Adjust Your Bulk for Different Body Types: Ectomorph, Mesomorph, Endomorph
Muscle Building

How to Adjust Your Bulk for Different Body Types: Ectomorph, Mesomorph, Endomorph

1 min·Jeff·Aug 20, 2024
The Science of Cravings: Why We Have Them and How to Control Them
Strength Training

The Science of Cravings: Why We Have Them and How to Control Them

4 min·Jeff·Aug 20, 2024
The Role of Hormones in Strength Training and Muscle Growth
Muscle Building

The Role of Hormones in Strength Training and Muscle Growth

3 min·Jeff·Aug 19, 2024
30-Day HIIT Challenge: Burn Fat and Build Muscle in Just 20 Minutes a Day
HIIT & Cardio

30-Day HIIT Challenge: Burn Fat and Build Muscle in Just 20 Minutes a Day

6 min·Jeff·Aug 20, 2024
Strength Training Techniques: Supersets, Drop Sets, and More
Strength Training

Strength Training Techniques: Supersets, Drop Sets, and More

4 min·Jeff·Aug 19, 2024
How to Create an Effective Strength Training Routine
Strength Training

How to Create an Effective Strength Training Routine

4 min·Jeff·Aug 19, 2024
Push-Up Workout for Beginners: 4-Week Program to Build Strength
Push-Up Workouts

Push-Up Workout for Beginners: 4-Week Program to Build Strength

4 min·Jeff·Aug 20, 2024
Pull-Up Alternatives: 15 Exercises for Back Strength Without a Bar
Pull-Up Training

Pull-Up Alternatives: 15 Exercises for Back Strength Without a Bar

4 min·Jeff·Aug 20, 2024
How to Build Muscle Mass in Specific Body Parts: Targeted Hypertrophy
Muscle Building

How to Build Muscle Mass in Specific Body Parts: Targeted Hypertrophy

4 min·Jeff·Aug 20, 2024
Overcoming Skinny Fat: Building Muscle While Losing Body Fat
Muscle Building

Overcoming Skinny Fat: Building Muscle While Losing Body Fat

4 min·Jeff·Aug 20, 2024
Body Recomposition: Building Muscle While Losing Fat
Muscle Building

Body Recomposition: Building Muscle While Losing Fat

4 min·Jeff·Aug 20, 2024
Strength Training for Women: Myths vs. Facts
Strength Training

Strength Training for Women: Myths vs. Facts

4 min·Jeff·Aug 19, 2024
Strength Training for Seniors: Benefits and Precautions
Strength Training

Strength Training for Seniors: Benefits and Precautions

5 min·Jeff·Aug 19, 2024
Strength Training for Mental Health: Boosting Mood and Reducing Stress
Strength Training

Strength Training for Mental Health: Boosting Mood and Reducing Stress

3 min·Jeff·Aug 19, 2024
Strength Training in Your 40s, 50s, and Beyond: Adapting Your Approach
Strength Training

Strength Training in Your 40s, 50s, and Beyond: Adapting Your Approach

4 min·Jeff·Aug 19, 2024
The Role of Nutrition in Strength Training
Strength Training

The Role of Nutrition in Strength Training

4 min·Jeff·Aug 19, 2024
Strength Training for Weight Loss: What You Need to Know
Weight Loss

Strength Training for Weight Loss: What You Need to Know

4 min·Jeff·Aug 19, 2024
Best Strength Training Exercises for Building Muscle Mass
Muscle Building

Best Strength Training Exercises for Building Muscle Mass

4 min·Jeff·Aug 19, 2024
Functional Strength Training: Exercises for Everyday Life
Strength Training

Functional Strength Training: Exercises for Everyday Life

4 min·Jeff·Aug 19, 2024
Pull-Up Bar Exercises: Full Body Workout Using Just a Bar
Pull-Up Training

Pull-Up Bar Exercises: Full Body Workout Using Just a Bar

4 min·Jeff·Aug 20, 2024
35-Minute Stair Climber HIIT Workout for Cardio and Leg Strength
HIIT & Cardio

35-Minute Stair Climber HIIT Workout for Cardio and Leg Strength

4 min·Jeff·Aug 19, 2024
Rock Climbing and Pull-Up Strength: How They Complement Each Other
Pull-Up Training

Rock Climbing and Pull-Up Strength: How They Complement Each Other

4 min·Jeff·Aug 20, 2024
How Push-Ups Transform Your Body: Before and After Results
Push-Up Workouts

How Push-Ups Transform Your Body: Before and After Results

9 min·Jeff·Aug 20, 2024
Decline Push-Ups: Targeting Upper Chest for Balanced Development
Push-Up Workouts

Decline Push-Ups: Targeting Upper Chest for Balanced Development

3 min·Jeff·Aug 20, 2024
Towel Pull-Ups: Grip Strength and Back Development Combined
Pull-Up Training

Towel Pull-Ups: Grip Strength and Back Development Combined

4 min·Jeff·Aug 20, 2024
L-Sit Pull-Ups: Core Strength Meets Back Power in One Exercise
Pull-Up Training

L-Sit Pull-Ups: Core Strength Meets Back Power in One Exercise

3 min·Jeff·Aug 20, 2024
Protein Absorption: Maximizing Uptake and Utilization in the Body
Nutrition

Protein Absorption: Maximizing Uptake and Utilization in the Body

3 min·Jeff·Aug 20, 2024
The Impact of Stress on Weight Gain and How to Manage It
Strength Training

The Impact of Stress on Weight Gain and How to Manage It

3 min·Jeff·Aug 20, 2024
The Truth About Detoxes and Cleanses: Do They Really Work?
Strength Training

The Truth About Detoxes and Cleanses: Do They Really Work?

4 min·Jeff·Aug 20, 2024
How to Build a Balanced Fitness Routine: Cardio, Strength, and Flexibility
HIIT & Cardio

How to Build a Balanced Fitness Routine: Cardio, Strength, and Flexibility

4 min·Jeff·Aug 20, 2024
How to Increase Your Metabolism: Science-Backed Methods That Work
Strength Training

How to Increase Your Metabolism: Science-Backed Methods That Work

4 min·Jeff·Aug 20, 2024
Gut Health 101: The Connection Between Your Microbiome and Overall Health
Strength Training

Gut Health 101: The Connection Between Your Microbiome and Overall Health

3 min·Jeff·Aug 20, 2024
Functional Fitness: Exercises That Improve Everyday Life Activities
Strength Training

Functional Fitness: Exercises That Improve Everyday Life Activities

4 min·Jeff·Aug 20, 2024
10 Signs of Hormonal Imbalance and How to Fix It Naturally
Strength Training

10 Signs of Hormonal Imbalance and How to Fix It Naturally

4 min·Jeff·Aug 20, 2024
How to Measure Body Fat Percentage During a Bulk
Muscle Building

How to Measure Body Fat Percentage During a Bulk

4 min·Jeff·Aug 20, 2024
Strength Training vs. Hypertrophy Training: Tailoring Your Workout for Size
Muscle Building

Strength Training vs. Hypertrophy Training: Tailoring Your Workout for Size

3 min·Jeff·Aug 20, 2024
Full Body vs. Split Routines: Best Approach for Natural Bulking
Muscle Building

Full Body vs. Split Routines: Best Approach for Natural Bulking

4 min·Jeff·Aug 20, 2024
30-Minute Bodyweight Park Workout for Outdoor Training
Bodyweight

30-Minute Bodyweight Park Workout for Outdoor Training

4 min·Jeff·Aug 19, 2024
55-Minute Full Body Workout Using Only Machines for Beginners
Workouts

55-Minute Full Body Workout Using Only Machines for Beginners

3 min·Jeff·Aug 19, 2024
30-Minute Forearm and Grip Strength Routine for Men
Workouts

30-Minute Forearm and Grip Strength Routine for Men

3 min·Jeff·Aug 19, 2024
45-Minute Leg Press and Squat Rack Routine for Lower Body Power
Workouts

45-Minute Leg Press and Squat Rack Routine for Lower Body Power

4 min·Jeff·Aug 19, 2024
30-Minute Medicine Ball Workout for Functional Strength
Workouts

30-Minute Medicine Ball Workout for Functional Strength

4 min·Jeff·Aug 19, 2024
20-Minute Bodyweight AMRAP (As Many Rounds As Possible) for Men
HIIT & Cardio

20-Minute Bodyweight AMRAP (As Many Rounds As Possible) for Men

4 min·Jeff·Aug 19, 2024
45-Minute Smith Machine Total Body Workout for Beginners
Workouts

45-Minute Smith Machine Total Body Workout for Beginners

4 min·Jeff·Aug 19, 2024
30-Day Strength Challenge for Men: Progressive Home Workouts
Workouts

30-Day Strength Challenge for Men: Progressive Home Workouts

4 min·Jeff·Aug 19, 2024
3-Day Full Body Workout Plan for Men Using Only Dumbbells
Workouts

3-Day Full Body Workout Plan for Men Using Only Dumbbells

4 min·Jeff·Aug 19, 2024
Lunch Break Workout: 25-Minute Bodyweight Routine for Men
Bodyweight

Lunch Break Workout: 25-Minute Bodyweight Routine for Men

4 min·Jeff·Aug 19, 2024
20-Minute TRX Suspension Training for Core Strength
Strength Training

20-Minute TRX Suspension Training for Core Strength

4 min·Jeff·Aug 19, 2024
Full Body Barbell Routine for Men: 45-Minute Gym Session
Workouts

Full Body Barbell Routine for Men: 45-Minute Gym Session

4 min·Jeff·Aug 19, 2024
Strength Training Myths Debunked: Separating Fact from Fiction
Strength Training

Strength Training Myths Debunked: Separating Fact from Fiction

4 min·Jeff·Aug 19, 2024
How to Combine Strength Training with Other Fitness Disciplines
Strength Training

How to Combine Strength Training with Other Fitness Disciplines

4 min·Jeff·Aug 19, 2024
Strength Training for Better Posture and Back Health
Strength Training

Strength Training for Better Posture and Back Health

4 min·Jeff·Aug 19, 2024
The Psychology of Strength Training: Building Mental Toughness
Strength Training

The Psychology of Strength Training: Building Mental Toughness

4 min·Jeff·Aug 19, 2024
Vegan and Vegetarian Strength Training: Meeting Nutritional Needs
Strength Training

Vegan and Vegetarian Strength Training: Meeting Nutritional Needs

4 min·Jeff·Aug 19, 2024
Strength Training for Specific Sports: Tailoring Your Routine
Workouts

Strength Training for Specific Sports: Tailoring Your Routine

4 min·Jeff·Aug 19, 2024
How to Track Progress in Your Strength Training Journey
Strength Training

How to Track Progress in Your Strength Training Journey

4 min·Jeff·Aug 19, 2024
Strength Training for Injury Prevention and Rehabilitation
Strength Training

Strength Training for Injury Prevention and Rehabilitation

4 min·Jeff·Aug 19, 2024
The Science Behind Muscle Growth in Strength Training
Muscle Building

The Science Behind Muscle Growth in Strength Training

4 min·Jeff·Aug 19, 2024
Strength Training for Postpartum Women: Safely Rebuilding Strength
Strength Training

Strength Training for Postpartum Women: Safely Rebuilding Strength

4 min·Jeff·Aug 19, 2024
How to Incorporate Strength Training into a Busy Schedule
Strength Training

How to Incorporate Strength Training into a Busy Schedule

4 min·Jeff·Aug 19, 2024
Strength Training Equipment: What You Really Need
Strength Training

Strength Training Equipment: What You Really Need

4 min·Jeff·Aug 19, 2024
The Importance of Rest and Recovery in Strength Training
Recovery

The Importance of Rest and Recovery in Strength Training

4 min·Jeff·Aug 19, 2024
Strength Training for Endurance Athletes: Boosting Performance
Strength Training

Strength Training for Endurance Athletes: Boosting Performance

4 min·Jeff·Aug 19, 2024
How to Overcome Plateaus in Your Strength Training
Strength Training

How to Overcome Plateaus in Your Strength Training

4 min·Jeff·Aug 19, 2024
Strength Training for Bone Health: Preventing Osteoporosis
Strength Training

Strength Training for Bone Health: Preventing Osteoporosis

4 min·Jeff·Aug 19, 2024
Common Strength Training Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
Strength Training

Common Strength Training Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

4 min·Jeff·Aug 19, 2024
Progressive Overload: The Key to Continuous Strength Gains
Strength Training

Progressive Overload: The Key to Continuous Strength Gains

4 min·Jeff·Aug 19, 2024
Strength Training vs. Cardio: Finding the Right Balance
HIIT & Cardio

Strength Training vs. Cardio: Finding the Right Balance

4 min·Jeff·Aug 19, 2024
How to Lose Fat Without Losing Muscle: The Complete Guide
Weight Loss

How to Lose Fat Without Losing Muscle: The Complete Guide

14 min·Jeff·Feb 23, 2026