Cori Ritchey, C.S.C.S.
Associate Health and Fitness Editor
Cori Ritchey, NASM-CPT is an Associate Health & Fitness Editor at Men's Health and a certified personal trainer and group fitness instructor. You can find more of her work in HealthCentral, Livestrong, Self, and others.
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4 Leg Day Swaps For Bigger, More Functional Quads and Hamstrings
Smarten up your exercise selection for better gains
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How Much Protein Does an Egg Really Have?
Plus, what's the difference between whole eggs, whites and yolks?
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4 Groin Stretches That Can Help You Open Up
If you frequent the squat rack, like to run, or even if you sit at a desk, these stretches are for you
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What Muscular Endurance Training Means for Your Workouts
Train with low weights and high reps to build a stronger base for your exercise plan
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Deadlift vs. Squat: Which Is Better?
These gold standard lifts are essential to a well-rounded routine. Here's how to prioritise when you don't have time for both
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Give Yourself a New Strength Goal: Join the 1,000-Pound Club
The unofficial weight room title means you've developed a high level of all-around strength ā here's how to gain membership
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What Is Reverse Dieting And Does It Work?
Build your metabolism while enjoying more food? Yes, please
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Squat vs. Leg Press: Which Exercise Is Better to Build Huge Legs?
Here's when to prioritise one over the other
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Five-time Paralympian Steve Serio Is Ready for Final Games
The two-time gold medalist is taking it all in
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How to Do The Cable Skullcrusher for an Epic Tricep Workout
You'll put yourself in position for a better pump if you swap out the free weights.
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The Surprising Way Bobby Finke Is Prepping for Paris
Here's what really happens between trials and the Olympics
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The Truth About Those Viral Ginger Shots
Are they worth the hype? Dietitians explain
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How to Do the Trap Bar Deadlift to Transform Your Workouts
This variation gives you some key differences from the standard exercise that can pay off for your gains
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Where Do You Lose Weight First?
You're doing everything right in gym and the kitchen, but the weight's not budging from where you want it to. What gives?
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Rob Kearney Reflects on Being the First Openly Gay Strongman
As he eases into retirement, the athlete looks back on his career and what it means for the next generation of Strongmen.
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Does Muscle Soreness Mean You've Had a Good Workout?
If you're lifting until you feel the pain, you should probably reassess the way you approach fitness
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What Flexion and Extension Means for Your Workouts
Before you hit the gym, you should understand how your body moves to achieve the best possible results
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Romanian Deadlift vs. Deadlift: Which Exercise Is Best for Your Workouts?
Let's break down the differences between these two essential lifts ā and how to choose between them for your training
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Why Walking Is a Totally Underrated Way to Exercise and Lose Weight
You just need to know how to make it work for you
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How Long After Eating You Can Work Out, According to Experts
Sometimes it's best to wait it out
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Does Muscle Weigh More Than Fat?
Feeling leaner, but the number on the scale won't budge? There's a reason for that
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12 Common Causes of Sudden Weight Gain
Even your sleep habits could be to blame
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Experts Explain What It Really Means to Have Muscular Strength
How much do you really know about strength? Get all the details here
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The 'Ick', Explained by Relationship Experts
Cringed out by your partner? That happens
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9 Reasons Your Balls Hurt
How to know if testicular pain is serious and how to calm it down
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How to Tighten Loose Skin After Weight Loss
Doctors review what works best after dropping pounds
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Why Everything About Weight Loss Changes After 35
Itās the age when your metabolism downshifts and kids and work blow up your routine. But there are ways you can overcome it
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How Schwarzenegger, Ferrigno and Other Celebs Train in Their 70s
Our other favourite septuagenarians share their training secrets ā and why they aren't slowing down any time soon
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How Does Fat Leave the Body?
It's probably not what you think
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This Radio DJ Turned the Tables to Lose 48 Pounds
Joseph Benjamin, Boston-based DJ, took back control of his health with these simple tricks
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Kevin Hart Is in a Wheelchair, and He Just Explained Why
It's safe to say the actor won't be racing again for a while
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Can Masturbating More Help You Lose Weight?
If only it were that easy