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Strength training is hot right now. Here’s how to do it properly.

Five experts weigh in on exercise form, how much and how often to lift, whom to ask for help and how to do a pull-up correctly.

5 things you should know about resistance training. (iStock) (iStock)

Strengthmaxxing, like spring, is in the air right now. Everywhere you look, someone’s lifting. Celebrities, influencers, scientists, aging, shirtless rock stars and Cabinet secretaries all seem to be touting and demonstrating push-ups, pull-ups, pull-downs, leg presses and other resistance exercises.