cardiovascular benefits
Can circuit training provide similar benefits to traditional strength training? Find out what the pros and cons of each approach is and what a study shows about circuit training vs traditional strength training.
Do you include bodyweight exercises in your strength and hypertrophy routine? There are a variety of myths about bodyweight exercises that too many people still believe. Here’s some of the most common of these myths and why you shouldn’t believe them.
Most of the workouts people do for cardiovascular health are high impact, like running, sprinting, and jumping. But what if you have achy joints or osteoporosis and need to limit the impact on your bones and joints? In this article, you’ll discover five ways to get a low-impact workout that won’t jar your joints.
You know strength training builds strength and muscle size – but does an intense resistance workout also improve your cardiovascular system? Find out what research shows about strength training and the impact it has on your heart.
As we age, blood pressure control becomes a more important issue. If you’re at high risk for hypertension, you may wonder whether high-intensity interval training offers benefits over moderate-intensity exercise. Find out what research shows about this issue and the role exercise plays in preventing high blood pressure.
Circuit training workouts offer variety and they help to reduce exercise boredom and burnout – but do they improve cardiovascular fitness? Find out what research shows and the pros and cons of circuit training workouts.
How would you like to burn more fat when you do moderate-intensity exercise? A study shows the key is to add a few high-intensity interval sessions to your current fitness program. Find out how high-intensity training can help you break through a plateau, burn more fat and improve your fitness level – quickly.
Very short workouts are the rage these days. Some people are doing workouts as short as ten minutes before calling it a day. Does this type of brief exercise have benefits? Find out the pros and cons of ultra-brief workouts and how they can best give you benefits.
Many people dislike doing cardio on machines and would rather spend their time in the weight room. Is it possible to stay fit without doing cardio or are you relegated to spending hours on the treadmill? Find out.
How long does it take to get the heart healthy benefits of cardiovascular exercise? Surprisingly, your risk of heart attack may be lower after your first session. Find out why, and discover what type of exercise is best for protecting your heart.
Don’t have a heart rate monitor? The talk test is a way to measure exercise intensity that doesn’t require fancy gadgets or technology.
