Build a Strength Training Workout Program That Will Make 2026 Your Strongest Year

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Strength training has many benefits that will help you age gracefully, get stronger and even help with weight loss if that's your goal. But what if you're new to it and don’t know what to do at the gym?

Depending on your goals, there are various ways to approach strength training, but ...