Cardio Training

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.

How to get more out of your walks

A daily walk can benefit your energy levels, heart health, blood sugar and the body's stress levels, among...

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.

Researchers point to the best exercise for high blood pressure

New research suggests that cardio and HIIT may be among the most effective workouts for lowering high blood pressure.

8,500 steps a day may help you keep the weight off

A new study suggests that one simple daily habit could make it easier to maintain weight loss after dieting.

How much should beginners walk? Experts share their advice

You do not need long walks every day to improve your health.

Walking after surgery may improve patients’ recovery

New research shows that patients who walk more after surgery often experience fewer complications and are able to leave the hospital sooner.

Expert: Consistency matters more than intense exercise

An expert points out that many people overlook one important type of exercise.

These jobs provide the most steps in daily life

Many people talk about daily step goals, and work plays a much larger role in this than many realize.A report from Healthline, described by...