A good squat goal for beginners is typically 0.75 to 1x bodyweight for a solid set of 3 reps, with good form. A good bench ...

Over time, this improves bar path control, increases pressing power off the chest, and translates to lifting heavier weights.

Here are the exact strength numbers you should be aiming for this year for the squat, bench press and deadlift.

You can get the same workout and build strength without heavy equipment. But it takes work. By Christie Aschwanden Many people believe that to build strength you either need a set of weights or a gym ...