Tag: Cardio
Two minutes of all-out sprinting can burn as many calories as a 20-minute jog
A small Canadian study says short repeat sprints match a longer easy run.
Four minutes of Tabata burns more calories per minute than most gym workouts
Eight brutal rounds. Four minutes. The numbers are hard to ignore.
How hard should your workout be? Target heart rate zones sorted by age
A simple formula and one number on your wrist tell you if your workout counts.
Zone 2 training: why a slow, steady workout may be the best thing for your heart
The pace where you can still hold a conversation may do more for your heart than your hardest workout.
Combining cardio and strength training could cut your diabetes risk by half
A nine-year study of more than 8,000 midlife adults ties the pairing to a big drop in chronic disease risk.
How far should you be able to run without stopping? Distance by age
A simple track workout gives you a solid estimate of your cardiorespiratory fitness.