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.

New research: Ketogenic diet may improve fitness

Researchers are continuously examining how different diets can influence the body’s ability to benefit from exercise.

No need to lace up for a run – these alternatives are just as effective

Cardio is exercise that raises the heart rate and strengthens the cardiovascular system. Although running is a popular form of exercise, there are many...

Why one training machine stands out in public health research

Short on time and motivation, a public health researcher argues that one simple training choice can deliver far more results than most people expect.

No gym required: Nine cardio exercises you can do at home

You do not need machines or weights to raise your heart rate.Using your own body weight, you can strengthen both cardiovascular fitness and...

New study shows when fitness and strength begin to decline

A long-term Swedish study provides new insight into the age at which the body’s strength and fitness start to fade.

The length of your walk may be more important than the number of steps

Many people believe that the most important goal is to reach a certain number of steps each day. However, new research shows that how you walk may also play a major role.