It's the key to improving heart and bone health, while building muscle.

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Ageing doesn't have to be synonymous with physical deterioration and loss of vitality. But when we hit 50, should we prioritise cardio or strength training to maintain our health? Maybe it's even ...

Official recommendations vs. your goals.

Cardio supports heart health, but strength training is essential for women’s long-term wellbeing, from protecting bone ...

If you think endless miles on the treadmill are all you need, science says otherwise. A growing body of research shows that strength training delivers fat-burning benefits cardio alone simply can’t ...

Strength training and cardio are both important forms of exercise. Strength training has numerous benefits—everything from strengthening your muscles to helping maintain bone density to making you ...

You’re at the gym, ready for the perfect workout — do you start with cardio, or do you lift first? A group of fitness experts have weighed in on the best way to order your exercise routine, to help ...

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 ...

Here’s how to get the most out of your workouts.

The cardio deck — made up of treadmills, ellipticals, and stationary bikes — is a go-to for those getting started in their fitness journeys, and it’s a comfortable modality for the seasoned gym-goer ...