Get step-by-step instructions for shoulder exercises targeting the deltoid to improve shoulder stability, increase strength, and build muscle mass.

The deltoid muscles of the shoulder are among the most important muscles used in everyday life. Whether you’re pushing a lawnmower, lifting a child out of a car seat or placing a carry-on bag into the ...

It’s easy to fall into the trap of opting for the exercises you see everyone else doing on the gym floor (or worse, social media). But does that mean they’re the best, or right for you? Absolutely not ...

The shoulders are among the most unstable joints in the human body, which makes them prone to injury. On the flip side, the shoulders have an incredible capacity for multiplanar function, offering a ...

If you spend all day on a computer or smartphone, chances are you have a tight upper body. The reason is simple: When you stay in one fixed position for many hours hunched over something, the front of ...

The cross-body arm stretch is perfect for increasing flexibility in the shoulders. Start by extending one arm across your body at chest level. Use the opposite hand to gently pull it closer to your ...

Leg day, arm day, ab day—but what about lat day? Lats are the largest muscles in your upper body and the core of any workout routine. Most people use the term lats, but the scientific name for the lat ...

Stand directly beneath a pull-up bar. If you’re unable to reach the bar without more than a small hop, set up a platform or ...

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Getty Images It’s easy to fall into the trap of opting for the exercises you see everyone ...