Understanding our body’s target heart rate zones and how they change as we age is crucial for getting the most out of our workouts. If your goal is to burn fat, for example, you’ll want to stay in ...

If you're a lifelong powerlifter or bodybuilder, there's a good chance you're more concerned about growing your glutes, carving your core, or building your biceps than boosting your VO2 max. But for ...

This article was reviewed by Craig Primack, MD, FACP, FAAP, FOMA. Zone 2 training is a type of cardio exercise where you use your heart rate as a guide to help you find the right intensity for your ...

Fitness programs can be built around just about anything. CrossFit is based on the philosophy that constantly varied movements performed with moderate intensity improve physical competence. Yoga is ...

There are times people come and ask me why they are not improving. I typically have two questions: 1. Are you eating a sensible diet? 2. Are you working hard enough? To work your heart and lungs and ...

Calculate your target heart rate zone and work to stay in the middle of that zone while you’re doing your cardio. Here’s how you do it: According to the American Heart Association, a person’s target ...

NEW YORK, Jan 9 (Reuters) - Whether you're interested in running a marathon or staving off the chronic diseases of ageing, to reap the rewards of your efforts getting into the zone is essential. Sign ...

Your heart rate can tell you a lot about your fitness and cardiovascular health. Your heart beats consistently, day in and day out, but you may not generally pay close attention to it. You might take ...