Aerobic exercise, also known as cardio, "involves activities that use large muscle groups rhythmically and continuously, raising the heart and breathing rates," explains Gontang. He says that the word ...

Consistent exercise boosts blood flow among other mind-body benefits.

Exercise is known to benefit heart health. High-intensity interval training (HIIT) that combines aerobic exercise with ...

Official recommendations vs. your goals.

Noticeable changes in heart rate, like a 6 to 10 percent drift, also signal aerobic decoupling, says Norris. For example, if ...

Why your strength and cardio might not be cutting it.

Steady-state cardio may be more helpful for beginners looking to manage their weight, while HIIT is a great way to boost ...

A just-released study reexamines whether the body compensates for exercise by conserving energy elsewhere—and why diet may ...

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 ...

Aerobic exercise leads to modest reductions in depression among cancer patients, with significant effects observed in long-term outcomes. The study analyzed data from 25 randomized clinical trials, ...

By Dr. Sanchari Sinha Dutta, Ph.D. A year of consistent aerobic activity didn’t just boost fitness; it shifted MRI -based brain age in early to midlife adults, suggesting exercise may help preserve ...

Here’s what a neurologist had to say about a recent study.