IF YOU'RE HOPING to gain muscle, eating so-called bulking foods are essential. “Bulking increases size and muscle density,” says Julia Long, MPPD, RD, performance dietitian with RC13 Sports. 'Bulking' ...

It's a pretty common observation both in and out of the gym: on average, men tend to develop muscle mass and strength at a faster pace than women. Does this mean women can't get strong or define their ...

It can be hard to raise awareness for something that's often silent and looks healthy. SUMMERS: But for some boys and young men, that intense workout could be a sign of an eating disorder masked ...

There was a time in our 20s when muscle seemed to appear almost effortlessly. But after 50, the rules change. As men age, the body naturally loses muscle mass—a process known as sarcopenia—making ...

The macronutrient is important for maintaining muscle as you age, but it's possible you're not getting as much as you think.

For men at least, entering middle age with plenty of muscle may lower the later risk of developing heart disease by more than 80 percent. By Gretchen Reynolds How much muscle you have now could ...