Cardio (also called cardiovascular exercise or aerobic exercise) is an important part of staying physically fit. During cardio, your heart beats faster, pumping oxygenated blood throughout the body.

Daily cardio leads to a number of health benefits, especially for your heart, lungs, and overall fitness level. Just be careful not to overdo it, experts caution.

Randal Claytor is an associate professor of kinesiology, nutrition and health at Miami University. When you enter the gym, which way should you head first? Toward the treadmills and spin studio to get ...

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Picking the right type of workouts can help you live a longer, healthier life, a doctor says. Longevity expert Dr. Peter Attia said he does four types of workout to stay fit as he ages. His "four ...

Adults need 150 minutes a week – about 20 minutes per day – of moderate to intense physical activity, according to guidelines from the Department of Health and Human Services. This can take the form ...

By cycling through training phases and carefully coordinating the daily structure, you ensure that gains in strength and muscle mass do not come at the expense of endurance or proficiency in ...

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