Weight loss can seem like it comes with a list of dos and don’ts, making it overwhelming. Cardio is a particularly hot topic ...
If you work out, you will have at some point wondered about whether you should start with weights or cardio. Whether you're already deep into your fitness journey or just getting started, you've ...
Zone 2 training is cardio done at a steady, low intensity. It has benefits for aerobic training (so you can run faster), anaerobic training (helping you to recover faster between reps and sets, or ...
When you enter the gym, which way should you head first? Toward the treadmills and spin studio to get your sweat on with a cardio session? Or toward the free weights and strength-training machines to ...
I often hear from people who tell me how hard they are working to get lean and toned, but they just aren't seeing results. Here's the harsh truth: the word "toned" essentially means "muscle," and you ...
A short cardio burst before lifting is a great way to warm up, boost blood flow, and prep your body for strength work. Whether you do cardio before weights ultimately depends on your goals—here’s how ...
If you're combining two types of training into a single workout session, you should (usually) do it like this.
Before or after; that is the question. It’s the ultimate gym dilemma— should you do cardio before or after strength training? Whether you’re aiming to build muscle, burn fat, or boost overall fitness, ...
Running while overweight is hard and can take a toll on a person’s feet, knees, shins, lower back and hips. Here is this week’s question: Stew, what is your advice for heavier athletes running for ...
Some guys still believe they need to choose between cardio and lifting for reasons that are not immediately apparent. Some of it is bro science. Some of it is cherry-picked real science that supports ...
Aerobic exercise and strength training offer unique and complementary benefits for brain health, according to a growing body of research. While each activity alone can support cognitive function, ...
‘Biological age’ has become the health buzzword of the decade, and people are spending small (and large) fortunes on fancy new scans, testing and supplements all in pursuit of a younger biological age ...