Cardio Training

Heart rate recovery by age: What your number says about your heart

The pulse count sixty seconds after you stop sweating may say more about your heart than your resting rate does.

Running for the bus may protect your heart and brain more than a long slow walk

Scientists tracked nearly 100,000 adults with wrist sensors to see what a few breathless minutes a week really do.

New research suggests you don’t need to exercise every day to stay healthy

If workdays leave no room for the gym, the latest numbers on your Saturday run may change how you plan the week.

Just 3 minutes of sprinting may trigger changes that 90 minutes of cardio cannot

Six 30-second sprints triggered far more changes in heart- and metabolic-health proteins than a 90-minute moderate bike ride.

Walking or running: Which one actually extends your lifespan more?

Once you match calories, the two are much closer than you'd expect.

Heart rate recovery by age: What your number says about your heart

The pulse count sixty seconds after you stop sweating may say more about your heart than your resting rate does.

Running for the bus may protect your heart and brain more than a long slow walk

Scientists tracked nearly 100,000 adults with wrist sensors to see what a few breathless minutes a week really do.

New research suggests you don’t need to exercise every day to stay healthy

If workdays leave no room for the gym, the latest numbers on your Saturday run may change how you plan the week.

Just 3 minutes of sprinting may trigger changes that 90 minutes of cardio cannot

Six 30-second sprints triggered far more changes in heart- and metabolic-health proteins than a 90-minute moderate bike ride.

Experts Share How to Optimize a Regular Walk

A daily walk can work wonders for your body and mind – but with just a few tweaks, you can get even more from...

The Easiest and Smartest Way to Train in 2025 – Backed by Science

Forget spending hours at the gym. Here are the most interesting and surprising breakthroughs in the fitness industry this year that can significantly improve...

How Far and Fast Should You Be Able to Walk – Based on Your Age and Gender

Walking speed and endurance naturally decline with age – but by how much? Here’s how you should measure up in your age group, both...

Your Walking Speed at Your Age Could Predict Your Lifespan

It may seem like just a simple way of getting around, but your walking pace hides surprising clues about your brain function, heart health,...

How Many Push-Ups a Day for Visible Results? The Real Number Might Surprise You

Push-ups are one of the most effective and accessible exercises out there. But how many do you really need to do to see your...

Get in the Best Shape of Your Life – Without Setting Foot in a Gym

You don’t need a gym to get in shape – in fact, ditching it might just be the best thing you ever do for...