What Is VO2 Max? How To Use The Metric To Boost Your Workout Performance And Health
It’s the ultimate test for your lungs—a measure of how much oxygen your body can take in and use when you're exercising at ...
‘Active recovery’ after exercise is supposed to improve performance – but does it really work?
Active recovery helps speed up the removal of waste products, such as lactate and hydrogen, after exercise. These waste ...
Experts on how to find the best mix of exercise for your age as a woman
The advice around the different types of exercise you 'should' or 'shouldn't' be doing can feel overwhelming. Here's what ...
Kettlebell swings are one of the best full-body exercises. Here’s the right way to do them
The kettlebell swing really is a full-body strength and cardio exercise. The move works the glutes, hamstrings, core, back ...
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Small Amounts of Moderate to Vigorous Physical Activity Are Associated with Big Reductions in Dementia Risk
The researchers found dementia risk decreased with higher amounts of physical activity. Dementia risks were 60% lower in ...
Are Body Weight Exercises Just as Effective as Lifting?
In other words, it’s the effort that counts, not what you are lifting. As you get stronger, the exercises you’re doing will ...
Is ‘Zone 2’ the Magic Effort Level for Exercise?
Enthusiasts claim that these long, slow workouts could be the key to longevity and better health. Here’s what the science ...
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A practical guide to strength and cardio exercise for lifelong health
When it comes to lifelong health, strength and cardio exercise are the pillars of a well-rounded fitness routine. Together, ...
The True Benefits Of Walking Every Day, From Balancing Your Blood Sugar To Lowering Stress
Besides it being a free way to get some movement in, there are myriad benefits to walking every day. Third Space master ...
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Getting fit through cycling
The benefit of cycling for people who have joint pain is that it is a non-weight-bearing activity. This means it puts less ...
You're using your elliptical wrong. Here's the right way
If it feels too easy, it probably is — get better results when you change this setting on your elliptical machine.
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High-intensity interval training: why and how to do HIIT
High-intensity interval training (HIIT) workouts will help you achieve faster race times, whatever your distance. Joe Beer explains all you need to know and recommends key sessions ...