Grasp the bar just outside shoulder-width and arch your back so there’s space between your lower back and the bench. Pull the bar out of the rack and lower it to your sternum, tucking your elbows ...

Some pieces of equipment are essential. You can't effectively hammer your legs and glutes without a leg press, squat rack, and barbell. But there are myriad ways to get big pecs with standing chest ...

A strong chest contributes to both an impressive physique and ease in carrying out everyday activities. As a personal trainer, a bigger chest is a frequent goal of my clients. If you feel like you’ve ...

Developing bigger pectoral muscles, or "pecs," is one of the most common goals for anyone focused on building upper-body strength or improving their physique. After all, a strong, well-developed chest ...

Beth Skwarecki is Lifehacker’s Senior Health Editor, and holds certifications as a personal trainer and weightlifting coach. She has been writing about health for over 10 years. The major muscle in ...

Having well-defined pectorals, or “pecs” for short, is essential to a balanced body. A great chest definitely turns heads, but more importantly, it’s essential to making an athlete stronger for ...