A Beginner’s Guide to Muscle BuildingA Beginner’s Guide to Muscle Building
Exercise & Fitness

A Beginner’s Guide to Muscle Building

Building muscle can be as simple as using household items for resistance—the key is choosing the right exercises and staying committed.
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This is part 10 in Muscle: The Organ that Powers Vitality

In this series, discover how skeletal muscle, the body’s largest organ, impacts health and longevity. From regulating hormones and blood sugar to boosting brain health, muscles are far more than just a source of strength.

Building muscle doesn’t have to be complicated—or confined to the gym. Whether it’s accomplished by lifting a dumbbell or a grocery bag, getting strong can fit into everyday life.

Weightlifting can feel intimidating, but exercise science is simpler than it seems. With a few basic exercises and strategic approaches, you can achieve real results.