MOST THINGS WE do are forward-facing. We walk forward, reach forward, bend forward—of course, because we primarily see in front of us. That’s caused us to put an emphasis on the aesthetics of the ...

Pull-ups are considered a cornerstone movement in functional fitness because they engage nearly every muscle in your upper body, especially the lats, upper back, shoulders, arms, and core. Unlike ...

It's easy to assume pull-ups are all about the arms—but the real engines behind a strong, controlled rep are the back and shoulders. In fact, if you’ve ever tried (and struggled) to get your chin over ...

Bodybuilding legend and former four-time Mr. Olympia Jay Cutler broke down his back workout for front-to-back thickness and a better V-taper.

Jakob Roze, CSCS, is a health writer and high-end personal trainer. He is the founder and CEO of RozeFit, a high-end concierge personal training practice and online blog. • Strengthening your back ...